Texas Instruments qualifies Bluetooth low energy controller on BlueLink 7.0 solution

Winchester, UK - Following hot on the heels of the adoption of Bluetooth Core Specification Version 4.0 by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), Texas Instruments Incorporated has qualified a Bluetooth low energy wireless technology controller on TI's highly-integrated BlueLink 7.0 (BL6450-L) solution.

In addition to supporting Bluetooth low energy, the hallmark feature of v4.0 on the BlueLink platform, TI will provide Bluetooth low energy support for its CC254x line of single-mode, low-power RF products.

Low energy support is the next step in the Bluetooth wireless technology evolution. Consuming a fraction of the power, it is expected to change how consumers utilize Bluetooth technology and create opportunities for new uses. This is particularly important in the evolving mobile device market, where handsets and other portable solutions have multiple modes of connectivity. Specifically with dual mode support, users can connect a Bluetooth low energy device and send the data from this device via standard Bluetooth connection to an existing mobile device that functions as a personal gateway. The access sets the stage for the wireless personal area network (WPAN) revolution, where devices can connect seamlessly using the handset as a hub. With this connection point, consumers can easily utilize the Internet to transmit information from sensors to people and devices they chose - ranging from fitness to medical to entertainment.

"TI is an active participant in the Bluetooth SIG, and continues to make contributions to the Bluetooth Core Specification to extend the low energy ecosystem," said Michael Foley, Ph.D., executive director, Bluetooth SIG. "We are pleased to see TI qualify its Bluetooth low energy controller, as this reinforces TI's commitment to this marketplace and to realizing the full potential of dual- and single-mode devices."

Eran Sandhaus, marketing director, wireless connectivity solutions, TI, said: "This milestone represents a solid first step in realizing dual-mode Bluetooth capabilities in the mobile market, turning mobile devices into robust 'gateways' for low-energy solutions, driving the growth of wireless personal area networks."

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