Bluetooth stories - Page 5
Guess who's back with Bluetooth: Furby's had a makeover
Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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amazon
It seems these days 90s trends can't be rehashed fast enough as generation Y grows up - and it seems Hasbro has jumped on the bandwagon too.
Scenic beauty & road safety: Bluetooth alerts to help rental car drivers
Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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nz transport agency
Bluetooth technology to deliver safety messages will be used to educate rental drivers as they drive along the Christchurch to Queenstown route.
Unable to buy a round because you 'forgot your wallet?' No excuses now
Tue, 10th May 2016
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Ever gone to the bar when it’s your turn to buy a round of drinks and realised you’ve left your wallet at home? A new innovation will change this.
Hands-on review: Sony SRS-XB3 Bluetooth Speaker
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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The Sony SRS-XB3 Bluetooth speaker is a good quality, USB-chargeable, compact, multi-layout Bluetooth speaker built for bass.
Hands-on review: Kwikset Kevo Bluetooth Deadbolt
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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smart home
Kwikset Kevo transforms home security; no more fumbling for keys, as your smartphone does the unlocking.
Hands-on review: BenQ Trevolo Bluetooth speaker
Fri, 15th Jan 2016
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Where other makers have opted for simplistic designs, BenQ pushed the boat out when it came to the Trevolo Bluetooth speaker.
Hands-on review: iLuv Bluetooth Aud Mini Speaker with LED Light Show
Tue, 1st Dec 2015
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I’ve tried a lot of Bluetooth speakers and many are almost identical. Finally, I’ve found something completely different.
Toshiba targets wearable market with new Bluetooth devices
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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Toshiba America Electronic Components is releasing two Bluetooth Smart ICs with Bluetooth Low Energy v4.1 capabilities.
Hands-on review: Neo Smartpen N2
Thu, 5th Nov 2015
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The Neo Smartpen N2 proudly claims to bridge the gap between paper and digital. Artists, writers, scribblers will find this a welcome addition.
Hands-on review: UE Boom 2
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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If you like making sure you have a soundtrack for your summer travels, the UE Boom will make your plans a lot easier.
New WiFi standard faces growing challenges
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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A new WiFi standard is facing a difficult path to adoption in the already crowded Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity space.
Locationing tech boosting customer retention and retailer revenue
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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bi
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big data
Today’s retailers face the same challenge - shoppers have so many choices, with the competition always just a few keystrokes away, any time of the day.
The human body at the core of new wireless communication tech
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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communication
New wireless communication technology that works by sending magnetic signals through the human body is on the horizon.
Retailers to spend billions on IoT technologies
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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According to Juniper Research, retailers will spend an estimated $2.5 billion on hardware and installation costs by 2020.
BLE beacons to exceed 400 million by 2020
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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industrial
Over 400m BLE beacons to revolutionise the IoT industry by 2020, ABI Research forecasts.
Hands-on review: Orbitsound Spaced360
Thu, 27th Aug 2015
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With the Spaced360, British company Orbitsound is looking to deliver a unique audio experience to every corner of the room.
New Apple Magic Mouse and wireless keyboard on the horizon
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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Apple is set to release a new ‘Magic Mouse 2’ and wireless keyboard with Bluetooth 4.2, according to regulatory filings posted to the FCC website.
NZ Transport Agency utilises Bluetooth technology
Mon, 20th Jul 2015
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The NZ Transport Agency has installed a network of high-tech sensors to make travelling around Tauranga and parts of the Bay of Plenty easier.
Spark launches waterproof phone dock
Thu, 16th Jul 2015
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Spark New Zealand is trialling a shower dock that allows people to take their smartphones with them in the shower.
Automation drives uptake of wireless devices
Fri, 3rd Jul 2015
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voip
Wireless automation in industrial processes set to grow at 16.19% over next 5 years, says Research and Markets.
Toshiba reveals new Windows 10 optimised laptops
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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contact centre
Toshiba’s new Satellite S Series laptops include features built for Windows 10, the latest performance technologies, and new 4K Ultra HD screen option.
Review: Etón Audio Rugged Rukus Solar Bluetooth Speaker
Fri, 23rd Jan 2015
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With a plethora of bluetooth speakers hitting the market, what makes the Rugged Rukus an ideal travel speaker?.
Plantronics Backbeat PRO Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Plantronics redeems itself with its Pro Wireless Headphones, offering noise-cancelling and long battery life for discerning users.
Will business travellers adopt wearables?
Thu, 20th Nov 2014
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google
True disruption can only occur when a technology solves a problem in such a way that users can’t imagine doing the same task the old way ever again.