Notes on Using Daxia Bluetooth Modules: Part Two

Notes on Using Daxia Bluetooth Modules: Part Two

Recently, I have been using Daxia’s Bluetooth modules, which come in two models: BT36 and BT04-E. There are significant differences between these two models in terms of communication.First, let’s talk about the upload (data sent from the Bluetooth module to the host computer) byte count. The BT04-E sends 12 bytes of data each time. For … Read more

Technical Analysis | Compact Solution for Automotive-Grade Bluetooth System DA14533

Technical Analysis | Compact Solution for Automotive-Grade Bluetooth System DA14533

Produced by Zhien Smart Chip Driven by the trends of high integration, low power consumption, and standardization in automotive electronic systems, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is becoming an important choice for short-range communication. As Renesas’ first automotive-grade BLE chip, the DA14533 has been optimized for area, power consumption, and system complexity, specifically designed for scenarios … Read more

PerfektBlue Vulnerabilities Threaten Infotainment Systems in Mercedes, Volkswagen, and Skoda Vehicles

PerfektBlue Vulnerabilities Threaten Infotainment Systems in Mercedes, Volkswagen, and Skoda Vehicles

Recently, the cybersecurity research organization PCA Cyber Security discovered a set of serious vulnerabilities named “PerfektBlue” that exist in the BlueSDK Bluetooth framework from OpenSynergy, which could allow remote attacks on infotainment systems in millions of vehicles worldwide. BlueSDK is a widely used Bluetooth solution in the automotive industry, supporting both classic Bluetooth and low-energy … Read more

FCC-ID Certification in the USA: Is Separate Certification Required for Complete Bluetooth Lock Products?

FCC-ID Certification in the USA: Is Separate Certification Required for Complete Bluetooth Lock Products?

Background of the Event The client manufactures electronic locks, and the Bluetooth module inside is purchased from a supplier that has already certified the Bluetooth module with an FCC-ID certificate. Now, the client wants to export the complete product, a Bluetooth electronic lock, to the United States. Is it necessary to apply for a separate … Read more

ZigBee, Bluetooth, and Bluetooth Smart: A Comparative Overview

ZigBee, Bluetooth, and Bluetooth Smart: A Comparative Overview

Introduction ZigBee® and Bluetooth® are wireless communication protocols that provide a set of specifications for devices to transmit information wirelessly. The newer Bluetooth protocol, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or Bluetooth Smart, was introduced as a low-power protocol, while the original Bluetooth is now referred to as Bluetooth Classic. Launched in the 1990s, the older technologies … Read more

Bluetooth Innovations Expand Wireless Connectivity Boundaries, High-Efficiency New Products Propel the Smart Transition of Bluetooth Devices

Bluetooth Innovations Expand Wireless Connectivity Boundaries, High-Efficiency New Products Propel the Smart Transition of Bluetooth Devices

IoT Think Tank Original As the global industries accelerate their smart transformation, wireless connectivity technologies are undergoing a profound intelligent revolution. The deep integration of artificial intelligence technologies with various connectivity technologies not only enhances the efficiency of device interconnectivity but also gives rise to entirely new application scenarios and functionalities. Among various wireless connectivity … Read more

Mijia Extension Program Development – Controlling BLE Mesh/BLE Devices

Mijia Extension Program Development - Controlling BLE Mesh/BLE Devices

Bluetooth is a radio technology that supports short-range communication between devices (generally within 10m). It enables wireless information exchange among various devices, including smartphones, wireless headsets, laptops, and IoT devices. With the Mijia extension program SDK, users can easily and quickly invoke Bluetooth functions and communicate with BLE/BLE Mesh devices for remote (gateway) and direct … Read more

Low Power Reigns Supreme – Bluetooth Empowers Smart Labels, ESL, and NLC for Sustainable Applications

Low Power Reigns Supreme - Bluetooth Empowers Smart Labels, ESL, and NLC for Sustainable Applications

In the global sustainable development process, Bluetooth™ technology is creating significant benefits. Lighting systems consume 15% of the world’s electricity, and the retail industry generates millions of tons of unrecyclable paper label waste each year, while inefficient management of temperature-sensitive goods in the supply chain, especially in food and pharmaceuticals, leads to enormous resource waste. … Read more

Communication History Series 833 – Who Was the First Mobile Phone to Support Bluetooth in the World – 2001

Communication History Series 833 - Who Was the First Mobile Phone to Support Bluetooth in the World - 2001

Communication History Series 833 – Who Was the First Mobile Phone to Support Bluetooth in the World – 2001 July 26, 1999: The “Special Interest Group (SIG), led by Ericsson, officially announced Bluetooth version 1.0A, operating in the 2.4GHz frequency band. 2000: Ericsson announced the world’s first mobile phone to support Bluetooth, the Ericsson T36. … Read more