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How Does Bluetooth Work?

Apr 1, 2025
57:35

Episode 47: How Does Bluetooth Work? – Bluetooth & Wireless Expert Nick Hunn Explains How This Invisible Technology Operates and How It Became Widely Adopted.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Nick Hunn, an award-winning author and pioneering wireless technology expert renowned for coining the term “hearables” and advancing Bluetooth LE Audio standards. Nick is recognized for his influential work in shaping modern wireless communication and smart audio solutions.

Listen as Nick shares his insights on how Bluetooth technology works, its evolution, and its growing impact on everyday life.

In this episode we discuss:

  • 00:293- Introducing Nick Hunn
  • 01:30 - Bluetooth Beginnings
  • 05:06 - Evolution of Bluetooth
  • 14:20 - Bluetooth Standards
  • 22:42 - Bluetooth Hardware
  • 28:53 - Connectivity
  • 34:32 - Technology Concerns
  • 39:51 - Adoption Sentiment
  • 43:15 - Interesting Uses
  • 48:55 - Future Trends
  • 53:54 - Advice for Others
  • 55:35 - Learning More
  • 57:06 - Conclusion

Resources:

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠here

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