Technology Bluetooth

[luckystar]

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I knew very little about Bluetooth (Bt) technology until I was looking for a way to sync my Palm and computer wirelessly, and came across those little USB Bt converters. It is just awesome, and ever since then, I did a little more research into Bt. I was more than impressed with the wireless headsets for cell phones, and everything else that they have with Bt. However, it doesn't seem super-popular, or maybe it's just the midwest. Anybody else out there a Bt fan?

 

[DeepCowboy]

I use the BT cell phone headset and it's great.

 

[southerndoc]

It's not popular because it's still new and it's still rather expensive. I use a Bluetooth headset with my cell phone (Motorola V600). It's cool to be able to talk on the phone without having a wire dangling from your earpiece. I have to admit that since I got this thing, I drive more safely now. People sometimes look at you funny when you're carrying on a conversation in public if they don't see the earpiece (like they're looking at you from the opposite side).

Some of the new cars have built-in Bluetooth technology. Expect to see a LOT more Bluetooth devices in the future: Bluetooth-enabled headphones for the iPod and other mp3 players, Bluetooth remote controls for televisions and other appliances, etc.

Once you get Bluetooth, you soon become a Bluetooth junky!

 

[luckystar]

Yeah, those earpieces/headsets are just about the coolest things I have seen in a long time.

I just love being able to sync from 150m away from my computer...blows my mind every time 😀

 

[Stroganoff]

I just love being able to sync from 150m away from my computer...blows my mind every time 😀

I had no idea the range was that insane! I thought it was short range, like 20 feet max or something. Like for peripherals.

Logitech has some sweet Bluetooth mouse and keyboard sets.

 

[lf777]

I am thinking about getting one of those BT / USB adapters...there are actually many good offers on these. And yes, the most potent ones give a range of about 150m, which is great !

For those contemplating about a next PDA, make sure BT is included, as it will get more popular.

lf

 

[DeepCowboy]

I've got a Motorola V600 with the integrated BT that I use with the headset, and yes, it is very cool and useful, and yes, it makes me a safer driver, too.

I figured that I would be able to eventually sync my cell phone, PDA, and computer contact lists using BT and probably some form Outlook contact list, but I haven't figured that out yet. Anybody done this?

I was also thinking that it would be cool to have a sound recorder with BT that I could record med school lectures on, transfer on BT to computer, convert to MP3, then transfer to iPOD or burn to CD, then listen while walking or driving, or listen on BT headset from sound recorder or computer. Whole point being using technology to easily and quickly make recordings to listen/study good material during what would otherwise be dead time, and therefore learn more and use time more efficiently, and therefore not be so overwhelmed in school.

Anybody know how to do this? Might just be a pipe dream due to costs or hassle, but I thought it work well if I figured out how to do it easily and quickly. I even thought that people could share the MP3's of lectures and maybe divvy up the cost of the equipment.

 

[southerndoc]

Logitech has some sweet Bluetooth mouse and keyboard sets.

Which, unfortunately, aren't available in stores yet. What's up with that? They're only available online so far.

 

[southerndoc]

I've got a Motorola V600 with the integrated BT that I use with the headset, and yes, it is very cool and useful, and yes, it makes me a safer driver, too.

I figured that I would be able to eventually sync my cell phone, PDA, and computer contact lists using BT and probably some form Outlook contact list, but I haven't figured that out yet. Anybody done this?

I was also thinking that it would be cool to have a sound recorder with BT that I could record med school lectures on, transfer on BT to computer, convert to MP3, then transfer to iPOD or burn to CD, then listen while walking or driving, or listen on BT headset from sound recorder or computer. Whole point being using technology to easily and quickly make recordings to listen/study good material during what would otherwise be dead time, and therefore learn more and use time more efficiently, and therefore not be so overwhelmed in school.

Anybody know how to do this? Might just be a pipe dream due to costs or hassle, but I thought it work well if I figured out how to do it easily and quickly. I even thought that people could share the MP3's of lectures and maybe divvy up the cost of the equipment.

I'm also wanting to tackle this, but haven't yet. I ordered the software kit to do this (Motorola makes a software kit to connect to the V600).

I have been able to surf the internet with my Pocket PC and laptop computers through Bluetooth and my cell phone. Cingular's speed sucks though.

 

[Ninja]

I'm also wanting to tackle this, but haven't yet. I ordered the software kit to do this (Motorola makes a software kit to connect to the V600).

I have been able to surf the internet with my Pocket PC and laptop computers through Bluetooth and my cell phone. Cingular's speed sucks though.

If you're on Verizon, and want to connect your laptop to your cellphone via bluetooth, all I can wish you is luck

http://forums.drslounge.com/showthread.php?t=147231&highlight=verizon+bluetooth

 

[jhadow]

I was also thinking that it would be cool to have a sound recorder with BT that I could record med school lectures on, transfer on BT to computer, convert to MP3, then transfer to iPOD or burn to CD, then listen while walking or driving, or listen on BT headset from sound recorder or computer. Whole point being using technology to easily and quickly make recordings to listen/study good material during what would otherwise be dead time, and therefore learn more and use time more efficiently, and therefore not be so overwhelmed in school.

This is all easy with Apple software/hardware. IMO your best option is to use an iPod (~$299) with an iTalk (~$40).

http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/italk/

Then use GarageBand and/or iTunes to edit and compress the .mp3 (the compression for music will be wasted space for a lecture plus you don't need it in stereo).

The iPod, iTunes will work on a PC but I don't know about editing software for that. Garageband is on all new Macs now.

Then you can put the mp3 back on your iPod, burn it on a disc, or place it online for your classmates.

There are also Sony digital recorders that are downloadable to computers for editing, but I don't know as much about them.

J.

 

[DeepCowboy]

Thanks!!

 

[flighterdoc]

Which, unfortunately, aren't available in stores yet. What's up with that? They're only available online so far.

Check Bestbuy

 

[southerndoc]

If you're on Verizon, and want to connect your laptop to your cellphone via bluetooth, all I can wish you is luck

http://forums.drslounge.com/showthread.php?t=147231&highlight=verizon+bluetooth

Already accomplished that. I surf the web, use AIM, etc. with my laptop, tablet PC, and my Pocket PC through my Moto V600 and Cingular Wireless. I've had no problems with it except that it's slow as crap (I swear it must be 300 bps).

 

[southerndoc]

Check Bestbuy

I have... for the past month. Not there yet, unless they received them within the past week.