Bluetooth and BlackBerry 

Find new data opportunities with Bluetooth®-enabled BlackBerry devices. Recently released BlackBerry devices include the capability to support Bluetooth data connections for use with several different peripherals.

Bluetooth®, a technology designed to wirelessly connect electronic devices over short distances, is supported by the BlackBerry 7100 Series, BlackBerry 7250™, BlackBerry 7290™ and BlackBerry 7520™. BlackBerry devices running BlackBerry Device Software v4.0 and higher offer seamless support for the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP) which provides a RS-232 compliant serial port implementation over the Bluetooth wireless connection.

To date, there are several different classes of peripheral devices that work with the device including: barcode scanners, micro printers, keyboards, magnetic swipe readers and GPS devices.

Each of these peripherals continues to build on the existing return on investment (ROI) provided by the BlackBerry solution. For example, some barcode scanners can be acquired for well under US$200 in volume purchases, allowing companies to roll out enhanced solutions to diverse groups such as field service technicians and warehouse staff. In comparison to other all-in-one devices currently on the market, combining BlackBerry devices with cost effective Bluetooth peripherals provides a compelling solution for companies today.

Value from Bluetooth capabilities is not limited to enterprise environments. Bluetooth keyboards and digital pen technologies are persuasive solutions for consumers that enhance the BlackBerry customer experience. Keyboards provide an obvious benefit by offering a comfortable typing experience for long emails and other typing intensive activities. Digital pens can be used for many different applications including signature capture, note preservation and note sharing.

As discussed in the March issue of the newsletter, there are numerous benefits of adding GPS capabilities to BlackBerry devices. Using Bluetooth, devices can be equipped with GPS capabilities either through the use of a Bluetooth GPS “puck” that is suitable for personal use or a Bluetooth GPS box mounted in your vehicle suitable for transportation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Technical Knowledge Center for articles on Bluetooth.

 

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