‘Next generation’ bluetooth module from CSR
Looking to make it easier for pc oems to to integrate the latest Bluetooth functionality into PC module designs, CSR has launched the BlueSlim2 module. The module's footprint of 6.5 x 30 x 1.95mm is said to be ideal for small form factor notebooks, netbooks and tablet pcs.
"As the number and variety of peripheral and sensor devices featuring Bluetooth low energy continues to grow, consumers will want all of their devices to be able to interact with each other," said Eric Neilson, senior product marketing manager for pcs at CSR. "With larger screens and more flexible interfaces, pcs offer an ideal opportunity to interact with bluetooth low energy devices in exciting and unforeseen ways. CSR is helping its customers to be at the profitable centre of this emerging market."
According to the company, BlueSlim2 is fully compatible with the Bluetooth v3.0 + High Speed and Bluetooth v4.0 standards. The device is sampling now and is expected to be in volume production in early 2011.