Bluetooth 3.0 Gets Formally Adopted

Bluetooth SIG has announced today that it has formally adopted the Bluetooth Core Specification Version 3.0 High Speed (HS), also known as Bluetooth 3.0. The new release of the short-range wireless technology is meant to offer increased data transfer speeds and wireless Bluetooth experience at the same time. Manufacturers of devices that utilize the technology can now apply it in their products, offering users the possibility to send large amounts of video, music and photos between different electronics and home entertainment devices.

The increased speeds that Bluetooth 3.0 can offer come from the 802.11 radio protocol. The technology now includes the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL), which allows for increased throughput of data transfers at speeds reaching almost 24 Mbps. At the same time, the new standard is also meant to offer increased power savings for mobile phones that use Bluetooth 3.0, courtesy of the built-in enhanced power control.

”The new iteration of Bluetooth technology is based on the inherent qualities of the current 2.1 EDR version, such as Simple Secure Pairing and built-in, automatic security. At the same time, Bluetooth 3.0 HS can offer developers, manufacturers and consumers backward compatibility with older standards, offering enhancements of the technology with every new specification release. Those who would like to learn more about the compatibility between Bluetooth-enabled devices should visit the Bluetooth Gadget Guide.

Among the applications that consumers will benefit from when it comes to Bluetooth version 3.0 HS we can count the Wireless bulk synchronization of music libraries between PC and music player or phone, Bulk download of photos to a printer or PC, as well as the ability to send video files from camera or phone to computer or television.

The formal adoption of the standard is only the first step in the lifecycle of Bluetooth 3.0. Wireless chip manufacturers and Bluetooth SIG member companies (including Atheros, Broadcom, CSR, and Marvell) will make the second step, namely providing device manufacturers with silicon solutions based on the technology. Products that will support the new standard are expected to come to market in about 9 to 12 months.

Nokia 6210 Navigator

Nokia introduced the company's first GPS-enabled mobile device, the Nokia 6210 Navigator, with an integrated compass for pedestrian guidance, at the Mobile World Congress 2008, Barcelona. The new converged device comes with Nokia maps 2.0, including full voice, and visual turn by turn guidance at no extra cost. This new model will reach selected markets in the third quarter of 2008, at an estimated retail price of 300 Euro, excluding taxes and subsidies.

"The personal navigation market is expanding rapidly and mobile phone navigation is its fastest growing area. According to recent market research by Canalys, over 60 per cent of mobile phone users are keen to have navigation access on their phones," says Markku Suomi, the head of Nokia's connect device category. "Mobile phone users around the world will be able to enjoy the benefits of navigation with a device that not only navigates, but also communicates."

The new model is combined with an accelerometer that measures the changes in direction and orientation. The built in compass makes it easy to follow the map even while changing directions. The orientation is maintained even when the device is turned off. With help of the maps 2.0 application, the mobile will show the quickest way to reach the destination. With a high-speed 3.5G connectivity, detailed information about each point of interest, like the phone number or web address, is a click away.

To make car navigation easier, the device has a one-touch navigation that provides full voice guidance. In case of a wrong turn, the Navigator will automatically calculate the new route.
The device has GPS (A-GPS), which assists the GPS receiver to acquire the satellite in seconds.

Nokia 6210 Navigator can also be used without SIM cards. Local maps are pre-loaded on the 1GB memory card of the Nokia 6210 Navigator and map updates are included in the sales price. The users can also purchase multimedia city guides from premium content providers via Nokia Maps application, and freely download additional map areas via the Nokia Map loader. Other features include faster Internet browsing, instant messaging and email with high speed 3.5G HSDPA technology. It also has a 3.2-mega-pixel camera, Mp3 player and stereo FM radio. The Navigator is based on S60 software, giving the users the liberty to use numerous applications apart from the ones already in-built into the device.

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Key Features

Navigate quickly and easily with A-GPS navigation and Nokia Maps.
Find your way by car or by foot, with a compass for pedestrian navigation.
Take quality pictures and video using the 3.2-megapixel camera with flash and panorama feature.
See maps, pictures, and videos on the impressive 2.4" QVGA 320 x 240 resolution display.
Browse the internet, send email, and download content quickly via high-speed 3.5G* connections.

Imaging
3.2 megapixel camera, including integrated panorama feature
4 x smooth digital zoom, integrated (LED) flash
2nd CIF camera for video calls
Video recording and playback
Media player with MPEG-4, H.263 and H.264 support. Includes photo and video editing capabilities
Horizontal camera mode

Browsing
OSS web browser
XHTML browsing over TCP/IP
HSDPA up to 3.6Mbps
GPRS/EDGE
OMA DRM version 2.0 with support for combined delivery and separate delivery.

Music
MP3 player supporting MP3, MP4, AAC, eAAC+ and WMA, and progressive download from the music player
Mono speakers
FM stereo radio

Details taken from : mobilenetcz

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Courtesy Tech from the Deep!