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by Alex Dobie
May 17, 2013
Samsung's latest now syncs with your Fitbit
We might have to wait a while for native Bluetooth 4.0 support to make it into the Android code base, but while OEMs are shipping phones with their ...
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by Alex Dobie
May 16, 2013
API version 18 will bring Bluetooth Smart support in 'a few short months,' AVRCP 1.3 also coming
As many expected, it's been announced that Bluetooth Low Energy support -- also known...
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by Simon Sage
Mar 25, 2013
PowerA was showing off their new Moga Pro controller at PAX East 2013 and we played a few rounds of Dead Trigger with it. The controller was first announced at CES as a bigger, console-grade accesso...
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by Andrew Martonik
Jan 05, 2013
Samsung has just announced a new set of digital audio equipment, most importantly to us smartphone nerds being a new Bluetooth speaker for pairing with phones and tablets. This newest speaker, ...
Review
by Phil Nickinson
Oct 23, 2012
Out and about, in the view of the public, nobody wants to be that guy with the Bluetooth headset. (At least you shouldn't.) In private, however, you can do whatever you want. Bluetooth (yes, it&...
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by Simon Sage
Oct 16, 2012
The Jawbone Jambox is a popular stand-alone Bluetooth speaker with sharp style, heavy bass, and relatively rich app environment. Audio from the jawbone Jambox is pretty solid, and especially he...
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by Phil Nickinson
Oct 05, 2012
I am not what I'd consider to be an audiophile. I don't look down on folks who don't listen to vinyl records (kids, ask your parents), and I don't use $500 headphones. I do, however,...
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by Simon Sage
Oct 03, 2012
Lockitron has recently announced their latest and greatest smart deadbolt access system, complete with remote door unlocking, per-user access control, access via SMS or NFC, and a knock sensor. Ther...
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by Simon Sage
Sep 17, 2012
Scosche has launched this cool new pulse monitor called the Rhythm that relays workout information over Bluetooth to your phone so you can monitor intensity, set schedules, and check progress throug...
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by Simon Sage
Sep 11, 2012
The Jabra Stone2 is a slick-looking Bluetooth headset with a portable, pebble-shaped charging dock. The Stone2 follows closely in the design footsteps of its predecessor, leaning towards a subtle, c...
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by Gary Mazo
Aug 24, 2012
The Jawbone Era is quite the sophisticated headset. Noise Assassin technology, a built in accelerometer and downloadable apps are just a few of the cool features.
This may very well b...
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by Phil Nickinson
Aug 20, 2012
Here's a little gem that's been hiding in the back of ShopAndroid.com. Ignore, for the moment, that the BlackBerry Music Gateway is, well, from BlackBerry. And that it's got a Black...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
Aug 12, 2012
We've already seen how you can tear things apart and use some fancy wiring to install a Nexus 7 into the dash of a Dodge Ram, but some of us aren't interested in something that permanent. Al...
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by Gary Mazo
Aug 07, 2012
With the Sony Ericson MW600 Hi-Fi Wireless headset, you get a Bluetooth headset with an FM radio plus a killer feature.
As Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory is fond of say...
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by Gary Mazo
Aug 03, 2012
The search for awesome Bluetooth stereo headphones for my Galaxy S3 that also function as a wireless headset continues with the MOTOROKR S305.
Bluetooth stereo was origina...
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by Gary Mazo
Aug 01, 2012
The Qmadix Q-i-sound Stereo Bluetooth speakers let you stream your tunes to quality stereo speakers.
Sometimes, you need a Bluetooth headset that also handles music. Other times...
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by Gary Mazo
Jul 31, 2012
The Jabra Wave is a Bluetooth headset with very sophisticated wind reduction technology.
On the Jabra website, there is a very cool video of a guy at the beach and you can reall...
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by Gary Mazo
Jul 12, 2012
The BlueAnt V1x is a moderately priced “basic” headset with a few tricks up its sleeve.
Since many of us live in places that make talking on the phone or text illegal (we alrea...
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by Gary Mazo
Jul 05, 2012
The Plantronics Voyager Pro HD is one of the most sophisticated Bluetooth headsets around. A Bluetooth headset can do much more than just answer calls.
We’ve talked before that Bluetooth...
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by Alex Dobie
Jul 05, 2012
In Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, Android Beam -- that's the NFC-based device-to-device transfer service -- has been augmented to support sending photo and video content. This is done from within the G...
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by Gary Mazo
Jul 02, 2012
With the Motorola MOTOROKR S10 HD Bluetooth headset, you can have all the advantages of Bluetooth connectivity in a true stereo headphone.
Most of the Bluetooth headsets I have tried and reviewe...
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by Gary Mazo
Jul 01, 2012
For those who don’t want a Bluetooth headset in their ear but still want or need to take calls in the car, the Jabra Drive speakerphone might be just the ticket.
As we have pointed...
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by Gary Mazo
Jun 26, 2012
Using a Bluetooth headset – especially when you drive – should be standard practice. If you want the safety of hands free without breaking the bank, look at the Jabra BT2080.
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by Gary Mazo
Jun 22, 2012
Using a Bluetooth headset – especially when you drive – should be standard practice. Some headsets, like the Blueant Q2 offer some very sophisticated features.
Bluetooth headset...
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by Phil Nickinson
May 23, 2012
I've always had a love-hate relationship with Bluetooth. I love the idea. Being able to easily and wirelessly connect our devices to other devices just makes sense. Wires and cables are decidedl...
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by Phil Nickinson
May 21, 2012
We've been waiting to get the HTC Bluetooth Music Adaptor into our cars since we first saw it at Mobile World Congress in February, and now it's finally available for purchase. As you'll...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
May 08, 2012
Whoa! That's pretty slick! If you can't see the video, let me describe it -- a fellow from the Chinese forum ePrice is using a paired Bluetooth headset as a remote camera button on his ...
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by Anndrew Vacca
Apr 12, 2012
Sony announced today that its SmartWatch, the first accessory in its line of "Smart Extras", is now available through its online store. SmartWatch connects to your Android-powered sma...
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by Android Central
Apr 11, 2012
Just a quick heads up that the Jabra Freeway Bluetooth car speakerphone we reviewed last month is now available at ShopAndroid.com. To recap, it's a great way to stay hands-free in th...
Review
by Joshua Munoz
Mar 03, 2012
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When OnLive announced they were bringing their services to Android, I was pretty excited. Unfortunately, as soon as I dove into the app, I was made aware of a huge ...
