Applications of Bluetooth:
- This is wireless control of communication between a cell phone & a hands free headset or car kit. It is the most popular use.
- Wireless networking among PCs in a confined space & where little bandwidth is needed.
- Wireless communications along with PC input devices as mouse & keyboards and output devices such as printers.
- Transfer of files among devices by means of OBEX.
- Transfer details of contact, calendar appointments, and reminders among devices via OBEX.
- Replacement of the traditional wired serial communications within test equipment, GPS receivers & medical equipment.
- For remote controls where infrared was used traditionally
- Sending small advertisements via Bluetooth enabled advertising hoardings to other, searchable, Bluetooth devices.
- Sending small advertisements via Bluetooth enabled advertising hoardings to other, discoverable, Bluetooth devices.
- Wireless control of any games console, Nintendo's Wii & Sony's PlayStation 3 will both utilizes Bluetooth technology for their wireless controllers.
- Ending commands & software to the upcoming LEGO Mindstorms NXT in place of infrared.