Nokia to launch Wibree as Bluetooth rival

Posted on Saturday, October 07 2006 @ 10:50 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Nokia plans to introduce Wibree, a new radio technology that will allow consumers to connect mobile devices or PCs with button cell power devices like watches, keyboards, toys and sports sensors.

The company says this technology is better than Bluetooth and plans to release it in the second quarter of 2007.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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