Wibree Joins Bluetooth

The Wibree specification will be merged with the Bluetooth SIG as an ultra low power Bluetooth technology. Wibree has a niche in the mobile phone and PC areas to provide wireless connectivity for smaller devices, such as watches and toys, as well as sports & wellness, healthcare and entertainment devices.

Wibree consumes only a fraction of the power of classic Bluetooth radios and it would be possible to operate these devices for more than a year without recharging.

"The development work for Wibree began when we discovered a series of interesting new use scenarios that no current local connectivity solution was addressing. Now we are happy to see Wibree become part of the open Bluetooth standard, opening new market opportunities and space to innovate for the industry," said Jarkko Sairanen, Vice President of Corporate Strategy for Nokia. "Including Wibree within an existing forum will ensure interoperability and its wide and fast adoption. The Bluetooth SIG is the optimal new home for Wibree."