Transferring via Bluetooth!

Remember, in the not so distant past, when we thought being able to transfer data via a floppy disk was high-tech? Then we got those cool little USB flash drives. Speed seemed light years in comparison to the floppies.
With Bluetooth entering into the technology, flash has been redefined. When two PCs are Bluetooth-enabled*, transferring data is a breeze.

An example of how it works:

With Windows XP: right-click on the file you wish to transfer, then select "Send to", "Bluetooth", and the other PC. That's It! Unbelievably simple.

* if your PC does not have built-in Bluetooth, get a Bluetooth USB Adapter

Sheila
wiredforwireless.com

Print wirelessly

Free and share you printer!

1) The Wi-Fi way:

a) Get a wireless printer with Wi-Fi built-in. Easy, efficient, and affordable.Inkjet or laser.

b) Connect a print server to your printer via the USB port. You can choose a wired print server that will turn your printer into a shared network resource, or a wireless print server to avoid the Ethernet connection with the router, and install the printer wherever you want within the range of the network.

NB: If you have a multi-function printer, make sure to select the adequate print server.

2) Bluetooth

Get the Iogear Bluetooth wireless printing kit and share a printer with up to 7 computers or Bluetooth-enabled PDA's. Also create your Personal Area Network (PAN) with other Bluetooth devices, like a cell phone for instance, to exchange data, music, photos...

Laurent
wiredforwireless.com

RCA S2501 Jet Stream MP3 Player Review

Exercise Freedom Kleerly!

This palm sized MP3 player, only 35g, is loaded with many options for all levels of fitness. I am not that big on portable players but this little baby knocked me off my feet. The flexibility that you gain when you get a RCA S2501 is amazing. From listening to downloaded music, FM radio to audio books.

Sound: the earphones are incredible. The sound is crisp, clear, and loud thanks to the revolutionary Kleer® technology. For those persons that don’t like the earphones inside your ears, over the ear clips are included in the packaging.

Connecting: Extremely simple. Even if you forget to turn on the wireless headphones, the main unit will let you know that it is searching for the wireless signal.

Cool Stuff: Smaller than a credit card, this tiny unit comes with the ability to share your pictures, videos and music from your MP3 screen. You have the ability to listen to audio-books, monitor calories burned during exercise, and activate the pedometer.

Areas of Concern: The screen is tiny but once you know where the various options are, it’s simple to navigate.

Pros:
Easy to connect
Easy to transfer audio & data files
Sound is crisp and clear (Kleer®)
Quick charge, via computer USB
Extremely lightweight
Volume button- easy to access

Cons:
LED is small
Direct sun causes glare



Sheila
wiredforwireless.com

iPod Untangled...

...or how to make my iPod wireless?

In order to make your iPod wireless the simplest way is to first make it Bluetooth-enabled.
How? Simply by connecting a Bluetooth transmitter.

You have 2 choices. You can use a:

1- Bluetooth transmitter specially designed for iPods with a dock connector.
2- Universal Bluetooth transmitter that will connect via the 3.5mm audio jack (wired headsets output).

Which one should I choose?

a) If you want to play music from your iPod and only your iPod, pick up one in the first category since the transmitter is bound to the iPod without cable. Some are a bundled with a pair of Bluetooth stereo headphones which will save you some money.

Otherwise pick up a transmitter and select the Bluetooth stereo headphones of your choice. You can substitute the stereo headphones with a Bluetooth speaker (or get both!) to share your music or throw a party in no time.

b) If you are planning on playing music or audio from your iPod but also other audio sources it is wise to go for a universal Bluetooth transmitter. You can pick up a transmitter by itself, and select a Bluetooth stereo headphones or speakers, or take advantage of the fact that several Bluetooth stereo headphones come with a Bluetooth transmitter. Now you can play music from any MP3, CD, DVD players, PC, Laptop, TV, Boom Box, etc.., to Bluetooth stereo headphones or speakers.

Remember that most of the Bluetooth stereo headphones have hands-free capabilities, allowing you to switch between music and phone calls (from a paired Bluetooth cell phone).


Enjoy your wireless music!

Laurent
wiredforwireless.com