Bluetooth radio standards have become essential in smartphones. The technology is essential for wirelessly connecting smartwatches and wearables such as fitness trackers, headphones or speakers without major obstacles.
However, we’ve been stuck with Bluetooth 5 for six years now, although minor updates have certainly added practical functions and optimized the standard overall.
However, there are now indications that the radio standard will soon take a major step forward. This makes us suspect that Bluetooth 6.0 could be introduced as early as 2023.
New to Bluetooth LE and higher data throughput
The Bluetooth SIG, which is responsible for the administration and further development of the standard, is currently working on several projects In a new overview page To introduce you can read there:
- Bluetooth LE in higher frequency bands
- Higher data throughput
- High precision distance measurement
- Regular ads with answers
The first point is the most exciting one. As the Bluetooth SIG explains, it is currently working on a project to define low-energy standards “in additional unlicensed mid-band spectrum including the 6 GHz frequency band.” With more than five billion products sold each year, this Bluetooth technology is one of the most widespread wireless standards in the world.
A key reason for the unparalleled adoption and success is the continued advancement of technology in key areas such as higher data throughput, lower latency and greater location accuracy. The new spectrum expansion project will help continue these Bluetooth performance improvements into the future and pave the way for the next generation of Bluetooth innovation.
After all, of course, we still can’t predict what will change with Bluetooth 6.0 and, above all, whether it’s just around the corner. Regardless, I’m glad Bluetooth is still getting so much attention.
