Tag: bluetooth
Bluetooth vulnerabilities expose devices to remote hacking risks
Bluetooth technology presents significant security risks, with cybercriminals capable of exploiting vulnerabilities from distances equivalent to a football field, according to NordVPN's cybersecurity experts. The rising prevalence of Bluetooth-enabled devices, projected to reach 7.5 billion shipments annually by 2028, amplifies these concerns. Despite the typical 10-metre range of Bluetooth, hackers can launch attacks from up…
5 ways to make your mobile phone battery last longer
Society has never been more dependent on its smartphone devices, with phones now being used for so much more than just making calls. Whether you need to make a contactless payment, access an app that holds your train ticket, or simply need to request an Uber - your phone battery dying can now be a…
Contract tracing app only effective if mass take up
A contact-tracing app could help stop the coronavirus pandemic, but only if 80% of current smartphone owners use it, say experts advising the NHS. The University of Oxford's Big Data Institute has modelled a city of one million people to simulate the software's impact. The team estimates that 56% of the general population must use…
Bluetooth security flaw called KNOB uncovered
A Bluetooth vulnerability has been uncovered that could make it simpler for a hacker to intrude on devices, the standards organisation has said. The flaw could allow interference from the moment an encrypted connection is set up between two devices. A joint paper by researchers at Oxford University, Singapore University of Technology and Design and…
Fortnite adds support for Bluetooth controllers on mobile devices
Fortnite has announced support for Bluetooth controllers on mobile, meaning those playing on a phone or a tablet can now connect a controller in order to play. The popular battle royale game has become one of the biggest games in the world partly because of the level of accessibility it offers – it can be…
Scientists design ingestible electronic pill that can be controlled wirelessly
An electronic capsule that can be ingested and controlled wirelessly to deliver drugs has been designed by scientists, in an effort to reduce surgical procedures. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology believe that the device could be used to provide drugs to users for a variety of diseases that require medication over longer periods…
Bluesound Unveils Gen 2i wireless audio system with Apple AirPlay2, two-way Bluetooth
Wireless, high-res multi-room audio provider Bluesound has announced Bluesound Generation 2i (Gen 2i), building on the success of the brand’s previous platform, it claims. Gen 2i offers dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Apple AirPlay 2 support, upgraded Bluetooth codecs, improved amplification and acoustics, and more, while maintaining value for consumers with minimal changes to retail pricing, claims the…
Review: PaMu Waterproof Wireless Earphones $79
It's fair to say that wireless headphones and earphones didn't used to be that great. Sound quality was generally poor, often very hissy, and range wasn't all that good either. How things have changed. We've been using these latest PaMu wireless earphones for a little while and so far we're extremely impressed. We first saw…
Groov-e makes announces Bluetooth speakers in splash-proof case
Groov-e has announced two new wireless Bluetooth speakers – the Wave I and Wave II. Designed specifically for portability and on-the-go use, these compact Bluetooth speakers combine powerful sound with an impressive battery life in a splashproof case, claims the manufacturer. Perfect for use in the garden, on the beach, by the pool or camping at…
Bang & Olufsen launches wireless Earset earphones for £269
Looking for a pair of solid, wireless earphones complete with customisable earhooks to stay in place? B&O PLAY has just launched a new model called Earset, which it's billing as an evolution of a Bang & Olufsen design icon. Earset comes with state-of-the-art wireless audio technology, world-class Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound and a fresh…
