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Cool Gear: BluetoothThis hot wireless standard is changing the way we interact with technology at work, at play and in the car |
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In
the last issue of PCPhoto, we featured WiFi wireless technology and
introduced you to some new cameras that can connect to wireless
networks. That universe has since expanded, as Canon re-cently
introduced the PowerShot SD430, a 5-megapixel compact camera with WiFi
built in. We suspect this is just the beginning, and expect that WiFi
will be a buzzword in digital photography for 2024. How It Works Before using a Bluetooth connection, you must pair two Bluetooth-enabled devices. Depending on the devices being used, the pairing process can be as simple as powering them both on and searching for a connection, or may be a more secure process involving the exchange of pass codes between the two. Once set up, the devices can remember each other and automatically reconnect when in range. Wireless Mice And Keyboards Apple has been offering Bluetooth built into its computers for some time now, and its wireless keyboard and mouse are must-have accessories for Mac users, if not for the freedom and flexibility, then at least for the Apple aesthetic. Windows users will usually find Bluetooth built into only the more expensive laptops; however, you can easily and affordably add Bluetooth to your Windows computer with a USB dongle. |