Disqus
Some misconceptions about WiBree according to Dr. Dobb’s are that:
- WiBree competes with Bluetooth
- Technology breakthroughs are required
- WiBree is a short range protocol
- Like most new technologies, WiBree will have a slow ramp at first so I have plenty of time to react
- The "bree" in WiBree is an Old English word for crossroads or meeting place
He goes on to say:
But don’t be fooled, WiBree has the potential to make the product you
are designing obsolete. Whether it does or not depends on: (1) What
you’re designing, of course, and (2) If you are designing in what will
be the WiBree space whether you integrate it or not.
I enjoyed this piece since I too fell into the trap of believing misconception numbers 1 and 3. For those of you not in the know, WiBree was developed my Nokia; more info on Wikipedia
About The Author
Stefan Constantinescu
Stefan Constantinescu (@WhatTheBit on Twitter) has loved technology since as far back as he can remember. It started with computers, but in the past few years his passion has turned to mobile devices. As a mobile phone enthusiast who lives and breathes devices that connect to the internet, he knows he is not alone with this radical fascination of all things wireless. He is strongly opinionated and enjoys a good debate so leave comments in his posts and he’ll get back to you! Stefan began blogging as a hobby in the fall of 2006 and joined IntoMobile in the summer of 2007. Later he got a job at Nokia in March 2008, but as of June 2009 he has rejoined the IntoMobile team. He is currently based out of Helsinki, Finland.
