Mobile Bluetooth Technology - The Pros and Cons

Sept. 3, 2009 - PRLog -- Over the last few years, mobile technology has embraced the inclusion of Bluetooth as a means of wireless communication. It was introduced in order to allow communication between devices that need to ‘talk’ between short distances. There are a number of ways that Bluetooth can positively affect our mobile usage.

The ability to quickly transfer files and data from your phone to your PC is an excellent time-saving feature that ends the need for a USB data stick. Perhaps the most important, safety-conscious utility is the Bluetooth mobile headset (http://www.foneshop.com/bluetooth-headset). Not only is this an efficient way of using your telephone hands-free whilst driving, it also largely eliminates the risk of traffic accidents whilst using your phone.

However, there are two sides to every coin and below are some of the advantages and disadvantages of Bluetooth technology:

Bluetooth has now been adopted as standard by more than 2,000 manufacturers. Users can now use their Bluetooth on laptops, mobile phones, music players, mobile headsets (http://www.foneshop.com/bluetooth-headset) and much more. Bluetooth is not also affected by obstacles. Unlike infrared, Bluetooth is not a line of sight technology and can hit ranges of up to 100 metres.

On the flip side, the increased frequency and range of Bluetooth results in it being much more susceptible to hacking and under attack than infrared with its inbuilt security system. Interestingly, infrared technology can also manage data transfer rates of up to 4Mb per second as opposed to Bluetooth’s comparatively anaemic 2.1Mb per second.

Nevertheless, Bluetooth is an ideal component for the consumer on the move. It is possible to wirelessly synchronise your Bluetooth devices (http://www.foneshop.com/bluetooth-products---general) to eliminate the need for carrying endless amounts of cables and plugs. This method is also efficient as it uses very low power outputs, with the range of Bluetooth devices  normally up to 10 metres. Using your Bluetooth headset to communicate on the phone is safe and allows you to keep your finger on the pulse regardless of transportation methods.

Despite its lack of security, Bluetooth is easy to use and cheap to implement. Connectivity is immediate and the technology is regularly upgraded to handle higher speeds and increased ranges.

Overall, Bluetooth is a very versatile and accessible feature that eliminates the need for wired devices – thus improving organisation.

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