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  • Connected toothbrush guides tooth-cleaning with smartphone app

    French upstart Kolibree is demonstrating its connected electric toothbrush at the International CES trade show. The toothbrush tells users how well they are brushing their teeth via a smartphone app.

    Written by Mikael Ricknäs06 Jan. 14 13:58
  • Bluetooth Smart going into wireless device chargers

    Mobile devices will be able to talk to wireless charging platforms through a partnership between the Alliance for Wireless Power and the backers of Bluetooth.

    Written by Stephen Lawson03 Oct. 13 00:33
  • In Pictures: iOS accessories - Bluetooth galore

    This roundup of iOS accessories is chock full of Bluetooth-enabled wireless speaker systems. We've even got one that you can take in the shower with you.

    Written by Joel Mathis17 July 13 08:23
  • Ford MyKey technology prevents drivers from texting, speeding

    The days of teenagers speeding or making phone calls while driving in their parent’s Ford may be numbered when new technology, which blocks people from receiving phone calls and also places a speed limit on the vehicle, arrives in Australia.

    Written by Hamish Barwick07 Nov. 11 16:37
  • Hands-on: Zaggfolio Bluetooth keyboard case for the iPad 2

    The Zaggfolio for iPad 2 is a well-designed case that includes a removable Bluetooth mobile keyboard. As a result, it can be used as just a case (by removing the keyboard), as just a keyboard (by pulling the keyboard out of the case and slipping your iPad into a groove just above the top row of keys) or as a combined case/keyboard.

    Written by Sharon Machlis05 Nov. 11 02:12
  • Hands-on: 5 wireless keyboards for the iPad

    Even if you're comfortable with the iPad 2's on-screen keyboard and can happily tap out a status update or quick email, you might not want to use it for tasks like writing a lengthy report. One option is to ditch the tablet for a full-fledged laptop -- but it might be just as easy to add a wireless Bluetooth keyboard to the iPad.

    Written by Sharon Machlis22 Sept. 11 00:46
  • Cell phones and cancer: 8 precautions worth taking

    The good thing about being an adult is you get to make your own decisions. The bad thing? You get to make your own decisions - and live with the consequences.

    Written by Bill Snyder07 June 11 02:49
  • Five Bluetooth headsets: Not just for phone calls

    A headset can do more than keep your hands on the wheel while you're on the phone. It can free you to take notes while talking with a client, sip coffee during a conference call or even doodle while waiting on hold. In other words, a headset today is essential equipment for anyone who spends a lot of time talking on a mobile phone.

    Written by Brian Nadel10 March 11 06:49
  • Qualcomm to acquire Wi-Fi specialist Atheros

    Qualcomm has entered into an agreement to purchase chip maker Atheros for $US3.1 billion, or $45 per share, in cash, the company said on Wednesday.

    Written by Mikael Ricknäs06 Jan. 11 02:58
  • The real reasons iOS 4.1 is important

    Only two days left until Apple releases the first major upgrade to the iOS 4 mobile operating system on Wednesday, September 8.

    Written by Tony Bradley07 Sept. 10 00:51
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