bluetooth

Sep 16 2003

Apple intros wireless keyboard and mouse

Apple today introduced the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse, new Bluetooth-based peripherals that provide reliable performance at up to 30 feet and offer secure 128-bit, over-the-air encryption keeping sensitive information safe as it is being typed. Apple is the first to deliver Adaptive Frequency Hopping (AFH) software which eliminates interference between Bluetooth devices and other wireless networks and devices. This feature enables the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse to perform reliably in home, office, school and lab settings where other wireless devices and networks may be in use.
The Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse are expected to be available in two weeks through the Apple Store, at Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers for a suggested retail price of $69 (US) each. Both the keyboard and mouse require Mac(R) OS X version 10.2.6 or later and easily connect to Mac systems with either a built-in Bluetooth adapter or an external USB Bluetooth adapter.
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Jun 3 2003

Bluetooth Updated to v1.2.1

Apple has updated Bluetooth to v1.2.1. Currently, this update is only available through SoftwareUpdate.
“Bluetooth 1.2.1 provides enhanced stability and support for the following Symbian OS based mobile phones: Nokia 3650, Nokia 7650, and Sony Ericsson P800. Bluetooth 1.2.1 is recommended for use with iSync 1.1″
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Mar 20 2002

Apple paves the way with Bluetooth

This week at the Macworld Expo in Tokyo, Apple made a few announcements: flat-panel iMac production has been stepped up (so has the price by $100US), a new 10GB iPod was been unveiled as was the Cinema High Definition 23-inch Flat Panel Display. But what may turn out to be the announcement with the most long term effect on the way we revolve around Apple’s digital hub is the addition of Bluetooth wireless connectivity for Mac OS X.

Bluetooth is a networking standard that will enable short-range wireless connectivity between a Mac and a variety of digital devices, including bluetooth-enabled PDAs and cell phones. Apple is making a preview version of its Bluetooth software for Mac OS X available as a free software download and is offering a Bluetooth USB adaptor, which can Bluetooth-enable any USB-based Macintosh® computer, for $49 (US).

Bluetooth transmits data at up to 1 Mbps within a range of about 30 feet. Apple’s Bluetooth technology for Mac OS X lets customers wirelessly share files between Macs; synchronize and share contact information with Palm-OS based PDAs, including models from Sony and Palm; and access the Internet through Bluetooth-enabled cell phones, including models from Nokia, Ericsson and Motorola.

Customers can download the free Bluetooth preview software from www.apple.com and plug in the Bluetooth USB adapter to any USB port on a Mac running Mac OS X version 10.1.3. The Bluetooth software automatically discovers other Bluetooth-enabled devices within its range. Connecting is as easy as selecting the desired Bluetooth-enabled device that appears in the list and clicking the “Pair� button.

Pricing & Availability

The Bluetooth preview software will be available for download, and the Bluetooth USB adapter will be available through the Apple Store® for $49 (US) beginning in early April.

Users of Apple’s Bluetooth preview software for Mac OS X can also submit feedback and participate in web-based message board discussions.

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