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Our Bluetooth Channel Sounding Demo
Bluetooth Channel Sounding was introduced in the Bluetooth Core Specification 6.0, and provides Bluetooth's latest and most accurate method for range finding between two devices. In this video, sales...
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Introducing the BL54L Series
Powered by the Nordic nRF54L Series, Elevating what you know and love from the nRF52 series, this next generation redefines Bluetooth LE and 802.15.4 solutions. For more information,...
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Smaller. Smarter. Stronger: Wireless Connectivity for Medical, Access Control, and Battery-Powered Devices
In this webinar, Ezurio and Infineon will demonstrate how you can replace two-chip systems with a secure, low-power module built for next-gen devices.
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Introducing the Aurawave AW100 Series - Auracast™ Platform
Auracast™ technology is at the forefront of wireless audio streaming, offering a seamless and reliable user experience in environments such as public venues, conference halls, and personal audio...
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Unboxing the BL54L15
Powered by the Nordic's nRF54L15 SoC, our compact BL54L15 modules deliver secure and robust Bluetooth LE (qualified against Bluetooth Core 6.0) and 802.15.4 with flexible programming via Canvas...
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Unboxing the SL917 DVK
The Veda SL917 is a breakthrough low power Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth® LE 5.4 solution that enables both SoC customizable modules and easy-to-integrate network co-processor (NCP) options. In...
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Veda SL917 - Getting Started with Canvas
Canvas is a software platform for rapid development of embedded wireless applications using Python scripting. In this video, we'll walk through how to get started developing embedded Wi-Fi and BLE...
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Introducing the CarbonAM67 OSM SOM
Introducing the CarbonAM67 OSM SOM - A system-on-module that has an industry-leading compact size in a reliable solder down form factor.
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Introducing the Carbon AM62 OSM SOM
Introducing the Carbon AM62 OSM SOM - A system-on-module that has an industry-leading compact size in a reliable solder down form factor.
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Introducing the Sona NX611 Series
Our Sona NX611 is our most form-factor diverse Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.4 module available, based on the industry-leading NXP IW611 silicon.
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Introducing the BL54 Series
Introducing the BL54H20 and BL54L15 series, our latest Bluetooth LE solutions powered by Nordic Semiconductor's cutting-edge technology, offering unparalleled performance, security, and efficiency.
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Bluetooth Low Energy vs. Bluetooth Classic: What's the Difference?
As wireless technologies continue to evolve, understanding the nuances between Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Bluetooth Classic becomes crucial for choosing the right communication protocol for IoT applications.
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Build Wireless Products Faster with Zephyr and MicroPython - Ryan Erickson, Ezurio
Our own Ryan Erickson speaks at the Embedded Open Source Summit about our Canvas Software Suite and how it leverages Zephyr to speed up wireless product design.
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Introducing the Sona IF513 Series
In this video, product manager Andy Ross explains the unique place our Sona IF513 Series has in our line of Wi-Fi 6/6E + Bluetooth modules.
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Our Ultra-Wideband Two-Way Ranging Demo - Canvas Software Suite
In this video, FAE Rikki Horrigan demonstrates how to quickly and easily set up two of our Sera NX040 Development Kits to run our sample ranging application using our Canvas firmware.
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Our Lyra24 Partnership with Silicon Labs
Discussing the value we add to Silicon Labs' hardware in our Lyra24 Bluetooth modules.
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IoT Device Management with Zephyr - Ryan Erickson, Ezurio
Laird Connectivity’s Canvas™ Device Manager BLE gateway and Sensor firmware was built with Zephyr to provide an open source device management platform for our customers.
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Unboxing the Lyra Series Development Kits
The newest addition to Ezurio’s extensive Bluetooth Low Energy product range is the Lyra Series, based on Silicon Labs EFR32BG22 SoC. This range of flexible modules marries all the benefits of...
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Now Available: Advanced Bluetooth LE Module Series in Partnership with Silicon Labs
The Lyra P is now in stock! The Lyra Series of Bluetooth LE Modules, based on Silicon Labs SoC, is a major addition to our industry-leading portfolio of Bluetooth solutions. The Lyra Series of...
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Digi-Key at Embedded World 2022 with Ezurio
At Embedded World 2022, on the Digi-Key booth, Paige West speaks with Jonathan Kaye, VP, Product Management & Marketing at Ezurio about the newest addition to Ezurio’s extensive Bluetooth Low...
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Using External Antennas with the Lyra S DVK
The newest addition to Ezurio’s extensive Bluetooth Low Energy product range is the Lyra Series, based on Silicon Labs EFR32BG22 SoC. This range of flexible modules marries all the benefits of...
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Introduction - Lyra Series Bluetooth 5.3 Modules
The newest addition to Ezurio’s extensive Bluetooth Low Energy product range is the Lyra Series, based on Silicon Labs EFR32BG22 SoC. This range of flexible modules marries all the benefits of...
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Laird Connectivity, in Partnership with Silicon Labs, Launches Advanced Bluetooth LE Module Series that Accelerates IoT Development
New Lyra Series of Bluetooth LE Modules Based on Silicon Labs SoC Is Major Addition to Laird Connectivity’s Industry-Leading Portfolio of Bluetooth Solutions Akron, Ohio – 15 February 2022 –...
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Demo - our smartBASIC AT Command Set
Our smartBASIC AT Command Set application allows you to quickly and easily start communications between our smartBASIC modules and another Bluetooth LE device with the familiar AT Command Set...
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Getting Started with the BL5340 and the nRF Connect SDK
Learn how to quickly bring up Laird's BL5340 module with Nordic's nRF Connect SDK. BL5340 Product Page: ...
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Episode 29: The BL5340 Out-of-Box (OOB) Demo
Our BL5340 DVK Out-of-Box (OOB) demo is a quick and easy way to demonstrate several cloud-based sensor options for the BL5340 module. In this video, field application engineer Mark Duncombe...
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Episode 28: Training a Neural Network with the BL5340 (Vibration Demo)
The BL5340 features a dual-core ARM Cortex M33 processor, the main core of which (and the focus of this demo) is a high performance 128 MHz/64 MHz CPU. This core features a single-precision floating...
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Episode 22: Introducing the BT610 - Hardware Overview
Our Sentrius BT610 I/O Sensor with Bluetooth 5 turns your wired sensors into IP67-rated battery-operated wireless nodes, providing robust and secure messaging. Leveraging our BL654 module, it...
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Now Available: BL653µ Series of Bluetooth 5.1 + 802.15.4 + NFC Modules
Reliable Bluetooth Connectivity for IoT at a Fraction of the Size The BL653µ miniature modules from Ezurio deliver Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity to the harshest environments at a fraction of the...
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Extending the Range of the BT510 Sensor Using a Repeater - Mark Duncombe
In this demonstration, Mark Duncombe illustrates how to use the BL654 USB pluggable module as a repeater to extend the range of the BT510. For more on these modules, visit: ...
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Coming Soon: New Mini Bluetooth 5.1 Modules from Ezurio
We are pleased to announce our upcoming Bluetooth 5.1 module series, the BL653µ . The BL653µ is a miniaturized series of modules from Ezurio that delivers Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity to the...
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Laird Connectivity Announces New Miniaturized Bluetooth 5.1 Module Series for Ultimate Design Flexibility in Industrial IoT
Akron, Ohio – September 24, 2020 – Laird Connectivity, a global leader in wireless technology, has announced the new BL653µ Bluetooth 5.1 module series which delivers longer range Bluetooth...
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Our Sentrius™ BT710 - Smarter Social Distancing by Ezurio
COVID-19 has forced governments and companies around the world to seek ways to limit infection transmission and safeguard public health. Among the most common approaches to preventing...
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Getting Started with Zephyr on the BL652/BL654
Learn how to bring up Zephyr on Ezurio's BL652 and BL654 Bluetooth modules. Step-by- step Guide: https://github.com/LairdCP/BL65x-Zephyr-Tutorials/blob/master/docs/ubuntu.md For more on our...
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Laird Connectivity and Cypress Deliver New Wi-Fi® + Bluetooth® 5 Combo Module Purpose-Built for Industrial IoT
Akron, Ohio , June 11, 2020 – Global technology leader, Laird Connectivity, has announced the upcoming Sterling-LWB5+ Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.1 module. Powered by...
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Now Available: BL653 Bluetooth 5.1 Module Series
Longer range, extended temperature range, and multi-wireless capabilities bring the latest low-power connectivity to the harshest RF environments The BL653 Series of modules is now in stock and...
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Now Available: RS1xx Open/Closed Multi-Sensor
New Open/Closed Multi-Sensor Platform Ideal for Cold Chain Monitoring The Sentrius RS1xx Multi-Sensor is an external open/closed and integrated temperature and humidity sensor. Battery powered,...
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Episode 17: Unboxing the BL653 Development Kit
Our latest Bluetooth module, the BL653, enables industrial OEMs to robustly implement longer range BLE applications in the harshest operating environments. This series of secure, low power...
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Episode 15: Unboxing the BL654PA Development Kit
The BL654PA is our flagship BL654 Bluetooth 5.1 module with an additional Skyworks power amplifier, which adds an additional +10 dBm of output power for a total of +18 dBm. It's based on the Nordic...
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Getting Started with the Sentrius™ BT510 Multisensor
The Sentrius BT510 is a Bluetooth 5 multi-sensor capable of relaying temperature, accelerometer, proximity, and open/close switch data to the cloud. It's rugged IP67 enclosure and low power...
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Coming Soon: New Temperature Probe Sensor for Food Safety Monitoring
We are pleased to announce the latest addition to the Sentrius™ RS1xx family of IoT sensors, the RS1xx External RTD Temperature Probe . This battery powered, long-range sensor platform...
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Meet the Sentrius™ BT510 Bluetooth 5 Long Range Sensor
The Sentrius™ BT510 is a rugged, long range sensor platform providing Bluetooth 5 connectivity in a small, low cost footprint. Create an ecosystem of IoT sensors all communicating over long...
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New Bluetooth 5.1 Modules for Next Gen Industrial IoT
Introducing the new BL653 Bluetooth 5.1 module series. The BL653 is a complete multi-protocol embedded wireless module that delivers longer range, multi-wireless capabilities, and extended...
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Laird Connectivity Announces New Bluetooth 5.1 Module That Delivers Longer Range for Next Gen Industrial IoT Enablement
Akron, Ohio – February 13, 2020 – Laird Connectivity, a global leader in wireless technology, has announced the new BL653 embedded Bluetooth 5.1 module series which enables industrial OEMs to...
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Connectivity Corner 9: Bluetooth vs BLE
Bluetooth Low Energy, or BLE, is exploding in popularity, but there are still many misunderstandings about what differentiates it from classic Bluetooth. Technical Support Engineer Rikki Horrigan...
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Connectivity Corner 6: Unboxing the Pinnacle 100™ LTE-M / NB-IoT / BLE Modem
Ezurio's Pinnacle 100™ modem bridges Bluetooth to low-power cellular for exciting new applications. Matt Stergiou, Product Manager for our Cellular IoT Solutions, walks through the contents of the...
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Introducing the Pinnacle 100 Cellular Modem
The Pinnacle 100 cellular modem is an ideal product for customers looking for a fully-integrated solution – combining Bluetooth 5, cellular, and flexible antenna options into a single hardware...
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Introducing the Sterling-EWB IoT Module
Our Sterling-EWB is available at distributors now! The Sterling-EWB is a small, smart, wireless module built with the IoT in mind. It combines 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and an onboard Cortex M4F...
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Laird Connectivity Announces a New Bluetooth 5 Module that Delivers Even Greater Range and Design Flexibility
Akron, Ohio – July 23, 2019 – Laird Connectivity, a global leader in wireless technology, has announced the new BL654 PA (Power Amplified) series which delivers more power and range performance...
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BLE Mesh Demo
The video will walk you through the setup of multiple BL654 DVK boards and how to provision them into a BLE Mesh network to simulate a lighting application. You will use a mobile device to provision...
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Introducing the Pinnacle™ 100: Low-Power Cellular & Bluetooth 5 Delivers a New World of Powerful Applications
After decades of designing, developing, and manufacturing in low-power wireless technologies, the Ezurio team is proud to announce our next generation, fully-integrated, multi-wireless solution –...
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Ezurio's Nordic Family of Bluetooth 5 Offerings
BL65x Bluetooth 5 modules, adapters, and development kits are based on Nordic silicon. Leverage the benefits of Bluetooth 5 functionality and speed up your time to market.
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BL600 Profile Demonstration-Proximity
A demonstration of the Laird BL600 module running the smartBASIC Proximity profile application.
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BL600 Profile Demonstration-Temperature
A demonstration showing temperature data from the BL600 development board's on-board temperature sensor, displayed on an iPad and using the smartBASIC Health Thermometer profile.
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BLE iBeacon Demonstration
iBeacons are small, low power wireless, location awareness sensors, using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) as the wireless transport. Laird now has a smartBASIC beacon application that turns BL600 BLE...
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Introduction to the BT900 Series featuring Cyclops
An introduction to Ezurio’s Bluetooth v4.0 dual mode BT900 modules, which reduce the engineering burden and design risk of integrating Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy. Ezurio proves just how...
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Bluetooth Barcode Scanner- Cyclops Demonstration
A follow-up demonstration of Laird’s Bluetooth v4.0 dual mode BT900 module, which reduces the engineering burden and design risk of integrating Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy. Laird proves the...
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BLE Proximity Demo with Whisper Mode
This demo focuses on the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacon or proximity capabilities of Laird's BC600 module utilizing Whisper Mode. The BC600 is a flexible low cost prototyping option ideal for...
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BT800 Series from Laird - Features and Benefits
The BT800 USB HCI module, is Laird's first dual-mode Bluetooth v4.0 offering, bringing support for Classic Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) in a tiny package. Learn about the features found...
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BT860 SEARAN Video
In this demo, learn how to connect SEARAN's STM32F discovery board to drive Ezurio's BT860 BLE module, create a Bluetooth A2DP connection to your tablet and run a throughput test.
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Webinar Recap: BLE Mesh - A Practical Guide to Simplify Product Development Time
Did you miss our last webinar, " BLE Mesh - A Practical Guide to Simplify Product Development Time "? Don't worry, the recorded presentation and PowerPoint slides are available to download on our...
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Laird Updates Popular Line of Bluetooth Modules with v4.2 Connectivity!
Laird is pleased to introduce a new line of Bluetooth HCI modules for rapid enablement of Bluetooth technology into OEM devices. The new BT85x and BT860 Series of USB and UART HCI modules and...
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Laird Brings Bluetooth v4.2 Dual-Mode Connectivity to Updated Line of HCI Modules
LONDON – Global technology leader Laird ( LRD: London ) has announced a significant new line of Bluetooth-qualified Class 1 HCI modules for rapid enablement of Bluetooth technology into OEM...
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New LoRaWAN + BLE Sensor Platform for Long Range IoT Applications
Today Ezurio launched the new Sentrius™ RS1xx Series sensor platform that enables enterprise customers to deploy secure, stable wireless sensors in long-range Enterprise Internet of Things...
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New Article: Four Tips for Assessing BLE Module Data Sheets
Choosing a Bluetooth low energy (BLE) module for a product design can be overwhelming, especially given the demand and sheer volume of design projects involving BLE for applications like IoT...
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LoRa+BLE Removes Geographic Limitations for the Internet of Things
An article written by Laird's Jonathan Kaye was recently featured on Electronic Products and Technology. Titled, " Going the distance: LoRa+BLE makes it possible for IoT to go nearly anywhere...
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Optimized BLE Module Simplifies Bluetooth 5 Upgrade and Speeds Time to Market
With billions of connected devices, Bluetooth technology continues to be a global driver of the Internet of Things (IoT). Today there are more than six billion devices wirelessly connected to the...
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New Multi-Interface LoRa Gateway Enables Versatile IoT Network Deployment
Today Laird announced the new Sentrius™ RG1xx LoRa Gateway which offers multi-protocol connectivity to long-distance Enterprise Internet of Things (EIoT) sensors and devices to create actionable...
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Maximizing Reliable Bluetooth Low Energy Throughput for the IoT
By Youssif Saeed, Firmware Engineer Overview While originally designed for low data-rate applications, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) has evolved to provide increasingly higher speeds. Since its...
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What’s New with Bluetooth 5.0?
By Mahendra Tailor, Laird This blog post summarizes some of the new features and benefits that are introduced in the Bluetooth 5 specification. Bluetooth has been around for about 20 years, of...
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Recap of Laird Webinar: Leveraging Security Features of Bluetooth for IoT Applications
On January 31st Ezurio Solutions hosted a live webinar and Q&A session. Titled, “ Designing for Success: Leveraging Security Features of Bluetooth for Your IoT Applications ”, the webinar...
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Laird to Host Webinar on Bluetooth Security Features for the IoT
Laird's Connectivity Solutions is hosting a free webinar and Q&A session on Tuesday, January 31st! The webinar, " Leveraging Security Features of Bluetooth for Your IoT Applications ", is the...
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BLE and LoRa Wireless Capabilities Expand Possibilities for EIoT Networks
An article written by Laird’s Jonathan Kaye and Zach Hogya was recently featured in the December issue of Control Engineering magazine. Titled, “ How to Implement Wireless Sensor Networks for...
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Bluetooth SIG White Paper Highlights Range Performance of Laird’s BL600 BLE Module
With a focus on increasing the functionality of the Internet of Things (IoT), the Bluetooth 5 core specification has established Bluetooth as the global wireless standard for simple secure...
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Bluetooth SIG White Paper Highlights Range Performance of Laird’s BL600 BLE Module
With a focus on increasing the functionality of the Internet of Things (IoT), the Bluetooth 5 core specification has established Bluetooth as the global wireless standard for simple secure...
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How to Set Up a BLE Distance and Object Detector
Today’s fast-paced, wireless ecosystem is sparking demand for more Bluetooth enabled devices, each more innovative than the last. One of the biggest benefits of developing with Bluetooth is that...
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How to Set Up a BLE Distance and Object Detector
Today’s fast-paced, wireless ecosystem is sparking demand for more Bluetooth enabled devices, each more innovative than the last. One of the biggest benefits of developing with Bluetooth is that...
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Laird Announces New 60 Series of Wi-Fi + Bluetooth Modules at Electronica
Today at the Electronica 2016 trade show in Munich, Germany Laird announced plans for the new 60 Series of Professional and Enterprise Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules . Specifically designed to offer...
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Laird Announces New 60 Series of Wi-Fi + Bluetooth Modules at Electronica
Today at the Electronica 2016 trade show in Munich, Germany Laird announced plans for the new 60 Series of Professional and Enterprise Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules . Specifically designed to offer...
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LSR Announces Two New Solutions for Embedded and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Applications
LSR, a Laird business, announced two new solutions that help companies design and certify wirelessly-connected products quickly and successfully. Based on Cypress Semiconductor Corp. radios, these...
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Opening the Box: Ezurio's RM1xx LoRaWAN + BT v4.0 [Video]
Earlier this year Ezurio announced its Enterprise Internet of Things (EIoT) RM1xx module series , the first commercially available solution to integrate both LoRa™ and Bluetooth ® Smart (BLE)...
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Flashback Friday: Simple is Smart
It’s Flashback Friday, and today we’re swinging back to a guest blog post from Laird’s Dave Burleton, which was featured on Texas Instruments’ ConnecTIng Wirelessly blog last year. Driven by...
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LoRa Alliance All Members Meeting Recap
The Enterprise Internet of Things (EIoT) has become a massive network of connected devices and sensors that continues to take shape as new technologies bring connectivity to unprecedented...
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New BLE v4.2 + NFC Solution from Laird Enhances Security and Development for the EIoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the fastest growing sectors of the tech industry. In a short time, expectations from emerging IoT deployments have skyrocketed, and the world is now seeing an...
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New BLE v4.2 + NFC Solution from Laird Enhances Security and Development for the EIoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the fastest growing sectors of the tech industry. In a short time, expectations from emerging IoT deployments have skyrocketed, and the world is now seeing an...
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Laird BLE Module Enables Self-Powered Wireless Wind Sensor
This week, Etesian Technologies released their latest self-powered wind gauge. The patented BreezeBT is a completely wireless Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) integrated anemometer that sends wind speed...
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Laird Modules Featured on Avnet’s New Solution for IoT Development and Prototyping Support
Recognizing the growing need for IoT solution development and prototyping support, Avnet, a leading global technology distributor, recently introduced their latest IoT solution which features two...
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Laird RM1xx Combines LoRa & BLE- Enabling EIoT for Miles
Today Laird announces the new RM1xx series of modules which innovatively combine Bluetooth® Smart technology with LoRaWAN into one module for the first time. The RM1xx series offers a powerful,...
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Seeing the Light with BLE Beacons
By Mark Duncombe, Field Applications Engineer III Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons are becoming ever more popular since Apple introduced its iBeacon specification. But there is far more to BLE...
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BLE Enabled Security Lighting
By Shewan Yitayew, Product Development Engineering Manager The connected home is just one reality that the Internet of Things (IoT) brings to the table. Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is one of the...
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New BLE Proximity Demo with Laird's Whisper Mode
A new demo featuring Whisper Mode with Laird’s Bx600 Series is now available. The simple demo features a Laird specific implementation of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) called Whisper Mode which can be...
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New Guides on smartBASIC and BLE Beacon Fundamentals
In just a few short years, Bluetooth, specifically Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), has become a near ubiquitous technology. Now present in nearly all mobile devices that connect wirelessly, BLE has...
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Philips Drives Connected Hospital with $225M Smart Hospital Deal
Throughout the past few years, we have learned how the idea of the Connected Hospital has rapidly transformed from a vision of the future into a reality. Hospitals are now focusing on providing the...
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What is Whisper Mode Pairing?
Security is a critical issue in wireless communication. When using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Simple Secure Pairing is used when two devices wish to communicate securely. This process establishes...
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Make BLE Development Easier with smartBASIC Programming Language
The BASIC programming language, which stands for "Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code," was created over 50 years ago, evolving into several variants and platforms for general-purpose...
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BLE Simple Pairing with a Shared Secret Pin
By Mahendra Tailor, Technology Leader and Jordan Manser, Technical Writer There are use cases in Bluetooth pairing where one would want dedicated and pre-selected devices to be able to pair with...
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New Bluetooth Barcode Scanner Demo
Last year, Ezurio launched the award-winning BT900 Dual Mode Bluetooth module. Powered by the smart BASIC programming language, the BT900 reduces the engineering burden and design risk of...
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New BLE Breakout Board Series for Any Hardware Budget
BLE development just got easier with Laird’s Bx600 breakout board series . Joining the DVK-BL600 development kit, Laird’s new Bx600 breakout boards provide BLE development options for any...
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Is UART Flow Control (RTS/CTS) Necessary for Proper Operation in Wireless Modules?
Some serial implementations link CTS and RTS to remove the need for handshaking. Laird Connectivity strongly recommends that developers utilize RTS / CTS for flow control in their applications...
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How BTv4.2 Prevents Tracking of Bluetooth Smart Devices
By Mahendra Tailor, Senior Staff Engineer and Jordan Manser, Technical Writer A key enabler for the Internet of Things (IoT), Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is expected to connect billions of things in...
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Secure BLE Pairing for IoT
Privacy and security are critical in wireless designs and should always be top concerns. With the release of Bluetooth v4.2, which the Bluetooth SIG says is the ideal technology for the IoT,...
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Elektor Uses BL600 in BLE Design for IoT
Elektor.Labs BL600-eBoB No doubt you’ve been hearing about the Internet of Things (IoT) for some time now. Until recently, the IoT has been a concept of the future, but in recent years it has...
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An Overview of Addressing and Privacy for Laird's BLE Modules
Privacy and Security are critical issues and should always be top concerns in wireless designs. Bluetooth protocols, version 4.0 and newer, include a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity option...
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FCC's Wi-Fi Blocking Rules Apply to Hospitals
A few months ago, Marriott International made headlines when they blocked consumers’ Wi-Fi networks at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Convention Center in Nashville. Following a complaint from an...
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The Battle Over Bluetooth Low Energy For IoT
By Jordan Manser, Technical Writer Over the last few years, the Internet of Things (IoT) has grown from a mere concept of the future to a globally recognized trend where the possibilities for...
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The Battle Over Bluetooth Low Energy For IoT
By Jordan Manser, Technical Writer Over the last few years, the Internet of Things (IoT) has grown from a mere concept of the future to a globally recognized trend where the possibilities for...
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BT900-US Featured in Electronic Design’s Products of the Week
This week Laird's BT900-US was featured as one of Electronic Design 's products of the week. Click here to see the feature. The newest member to the BT900 Series, the BT900-US is an intelligent...
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Deliver Maximum Flexibility with New BT900-US Intelligent USB Dongle
Laird recently announced a new member to the BT900 Series, the BT900-US, an intelligent BTv4.0 dual-mode dongle for Classic Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). The dongle is designed to simply...
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Chronic Disease Management to Drive Wireless Medical Device Market Growth
Chronic diseases and health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and Pulmonary heart disease have been a long running issue for people of all generations. Throughout the past decade, a...
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How do BLE Adverts Happen at the Baseband Level?
The next few years will be an exciting and innovative time for wireless. The long awaited Internet of Things (IoT) is driving wireless adoption around the globe. BI Intelligence , Business Insider's...
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New White Paper: Overview of BLE Security and Privacy
Laird recently released a white paper that discusses the basics of security and privacy for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Laird's BL6x0 series and BT900. The white paper, titled BLE and Laird's...
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Laird to Participate in IncisorTV Roundtable
Ron Seide, Senior VP and GM of Laird's CPBU Ron Seide, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Laird's Connectivity Products Business Unit or Embedded Wireless Solutions, is invited to speak...
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Laird's BT900 Makes Headlines at International Trade Show
Laird BT900 Series Intelligent Dual-Mode Bluetooth Modules Featured at Electronica In the eye of thousands of global decision makers, Laird made headlines at this year’s Electronica trade...
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Bluetooth Smart and Bluetooth Smart Ready
Even the most energy-frugal Bluetooth devices typically require a charge at least every 48 hours. But with the introduction of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), devices can communicate for months or...
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Leverage Dual Mode BLE with Laird's BT900 Module
The BT900 Series is a fully approved, programmable module that represents the culmination of a 2 year program of investment and development into the Classic Bluetooth and BLE module product...
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New Distribution Partnership with Future Electronics
Property of Future Electronics Accelerating Time to Market for Embedding Wireless Connectivity We recently signed a distribution partnership with Future Electronics, a leading global...
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Whiskey, iBeacons, and Digital Signage
By Natalie Sheerer, Marketing Communications Specialist Customers have come to expect personalized ads online based upon their search history. Retailers are able to utilize this strategy through the...
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New Bundle Solution for BT and Wi-Fi Connectivity from Laird
Today, Laird released the 45 Series Enterprise-Grade Wi-Fi modules and BT830 Series Bluetooth v4.0 HCI UART modules. Together the 45 Series Wi-Fi modules and BT830 BLE provide seamless integration of...
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BASIC Birthday Jingle Contest - $50 gift card or free DVK-BL600!
In May BASIC, a revolutionary programming language, celebrated its 50th birthday. Developed in the early and complex days of computer programming, BASIC was the first programming language that...
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Low-Power Wireless Modules to Fuel the IoT
In recent months, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding the Internet of Things (IoT), a trend that will allow everything around us to connect and communicate. The global market for low-power...
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Latest BL600 Firmware Provides Enhanced BLE Security
By: Jordan Manser, Marketing Intern Recently, Laird announced the latest production firmware release for the BL600 Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) modules. The latest BL600 firmware, version 1.5.66.0,...
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iBeacons Debut in NBA Arena
By: Jordan Manser, Marketing Intern iBeacons, introduced in July as part of Apple’s iOS 7, generated immediate buzz among developers and have been picking up steam ever since. iBeacons are small,...
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Download the Latest BL600 Engineering Firmware Release
By: Jordan Manser, Marketing Intern Laird BL600 Bluetooth Low Energy Module The latest version of Laird's BL600 engineering firmware release is now available from Laird's new Support Portal ...
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BLE Beacons May Help Hospitals
By: Stephanie Lubrano, Marketing Communications Specialist Laird recently featured an article, "BLE and Beacon Technology: Great Potential in the Medical Market" , in the February issue of ...
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BLE for Cable Replacement in AIDC
By: Stephanie Lubrano, Marketing Communications Specialist EE Catalog recently featured an article written by Jonathan Kaye, Product Director of Laird Embedded Wireless Solutions. The article...
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New BL600 Android Toolkit App
This week, Laird released the BL600 Toolkit App, the first of several Android applications in development. The app includes a heart rate monitor, blood pressure monitor, temperature sensor, and...
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The Top 10 Most Popular Blog Posts of 2013
Here’s a look at Laird’s top 10 most popular blog posts on the Wireless Connectivity Blog for 2013: 10. Lumia Black Update to Showcase BLE : Nokia, acquired by Microsoft, announced that...
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New iBeacon Application for Laird’s BL600 Modules
In a recent blog post , we discussed the iBeacon feature of Apple’s iOS 7, an innovative way to detect and monitor indoor location. With the location awareness and asset management industries...
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New Bluetooth Selection Tool for Choosing Optimal Solution
Laird Bluetooth Selection Tool Embedded Wireless Solutions of Laird announced today the release of the Laird Bluetooth Selection Tool . This simple and easy to use online tool is an excellent...
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iBeacon: A Standout Feature of iOS 7
This year alone, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) has enabled the surge of wireless applications and products in the mass market. In addition to personal health and fitness, the location awareness and...
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Crowdfunding: A Major Factor in the BLE Boom
By: Jordan Manser, Marketing Intern Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and its catalytic growth into new markets has been an increasingly hot topic in recent months. The technology is enabling what Tech...
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BLE for Retail
By: Jordan Manser, Marketing Intern In a recent blog post, we discussed Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and the expanding market. Estimote Inc., a technology start-up building a sensor-based analytics...
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PayPal Beacon Leverages BLE
By: Jordan Manser, Marketing Intern Lately, there has been a lot of discussion regarding Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and its expansion into new and unique markets. PayPal, the e-commerce giant, is...
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Bluetooth Smart Ready: Making Major Breakthroughs in New Markets
Since its arrival in 1998, Bluetooth has evolved into one of today’s most influential short range wireless technologies. ABI Research, a technology market intelligence company, recently released a...
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Laird Article on BLE Featured in Medical Design Magazine
An article written by Product Manager Jonathan Kaye and Marketing Communications Specialist Stephanie Lubrano of Laird Technologies was featured in the August issue of Medical Design . The article,...
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Google Staff on Bluetooth Low Energy
Google recently announced upcoming Android support for Bluetooth Smart Ready and Bluetooth Smart devices. According to the press release , the native Android support for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)...
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Laird BL600 Series Seeing Positive Reviews
Screen Capture of the Heart Rate Profile Demonstration In late April, Laird Technologies announced the release of its first Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) range of modules, the BL600 Series . The...
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Google Announces Android Support for BLE
Google recently announced upcoming Android support for Bluetooth Smart Ready and Bluetooth Smart devices. According to the press release , the native Android support for Bluetooth Low Energy...
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BL600 smartBASIC Profiles in Action
In April, Laird Technologies announced a new line of Bluetooth Smart™ modules, the BL600 series. For more information on the debut of the BL600 series, read here . A Bluetooth Smart module is a...
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Embedded Wireless Solutions to Exhibit at CTIA
For a look at embedded wireless solutions from Laird Technologies, attend CTIA 2013™ on May 21 - 23 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas, NV. Presented by CTIA, the Wireless...
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Design West 2013 Post Show Report
Embedded Wireless Solutions Design West Booth Laird Technologies recently exhibited its Embedded Wireless Solutions at Design West 2013 at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California...
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BL600 iOS App
The Module Laird’s BL600 modules boast single-mode Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and use Laird’s innovative, event-driven smart BASIC programming language which significantly simplifies...
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Nordic Semiconductor BL600 Demo Video
Nordic Semiconductor recently posted a video demonstration of the new Laird BL600 Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) module from their booth at the 2013 GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. The...
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BL600 Bluetooth Low Energy Modules from Laird
Laird BL600 Bluetooth Low Energy Module Laird Technologies® proudly announces the release of the Bluetooth 600 Series (BL600) Modules. Every 600 Series module is designed to enable OEMs to add...
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Medica 2012 Report
Laird Technologies Medica 2012 Booth Laird Technologies' CPBU® team exhibited at the Medica 2012 show in Dusseldorf, Germany this past month. For over 40 years, Medica has represented all...
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Smartphones Spur BLE® Adoption in Medical Devices?
The much anticipated Apple® iPhone 5 made its entrance onto the global scene last week. The public reacted as expected and over 2 million pre orders were taken in the first 24 hours. The device...
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Role Switching – Nokia® and Apple®
The main reason that Bluetooth® is accepted globally is because the mobile phone market embraced Bluetooth. Phone manufacturers embedded Bluetooth into their products in volume, generating...
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BTv4.0® in Windows® 8
The advance notice goldmine that is the Qualified Listings section of the Bluetooth® SIG threw up another gem recently with the listing for Microsoft’s® Windows 8 Bluetooth support . The...