How Does Bluetooth Work?

With the rise of the Internet of Things and wearable electronics, Bluetooth has been forever integrated into our lives – but how does it work?
Your extent of knowledge about bluetooth technology could be anywhere from “it’s the magic that makes my smartwatch work” to “it’s a short wave secure 2.45 GHz radio frequency used to establish a piconet between two or more devices.” Chances are, however, you stand somewhere in the middle of those two understandings. Wherever your understanding is, let’s explain Bluetooth from simple to complex in an easy to comprehend way.

At its core, Bluetooth is the prime wireless technology used across virtually all devices. Bluetooth is just an invisible wire that connects different devices together.

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[ConcerningReality]

"Pikachu net" – probably the best joke I've ever made in a video. I'm hilarious.

[lcfinite]

It all started with radio waves. This is just fascinating. This massive amount of data flying through space and time.

[Jackrodder]

This ALMOST 4 minute video summarized and told the same thing if not more as "Bright Side"'s video did, only that they made an exact 10 minute video to be allowed to use YT adds.

Thank you!

[iplayball]

0:24 this clip of a man shrugging 6 times is incredibly weird

[mayapotato]

I just can’t understand how I can listen to anything with my wireless earphones even though there isn’t a wire so well.... it’s so strange to me

[synchro]

That was excellent. Such a clear and concise explanation. Many thanks.

[southwedger]

Thank you! After all these years, I finally understand how it works. . .and your presentation is easy to follow and makes sense. Love the humor here and there! Thanks again.

[snap_drama]

I'm impressed I was able to send media files and use my wireless headphones at the same time

[kirbfx]

I just watched your video on waste treatment and was really impressed with just how informative yet simplified it was. Great work.

With all due respect however, you may want to look into getting a better logo for your channel. I was a graphic designer for years who worked one on one with new startups, especially in tech, as well as Fortune 500 companies on helping to improve their corporate identity and overall branding. I can’t emphasize enough the importance of an eye catching logo that is designed around and communicates a concept that is congruent with your brand, specifically your channels unique selling point. In other words, what about your channel separates you from other educational channels.

There are graphic designers online that will literally compete for your business.

I will share some examples in a separate comment within this thread because YouTube may shadowban it because it contains a web link.

[jodyofficial]

Great video 👍🏾 but audio is a little bit fast to follow in some places 😐😘

[HomeofLawboy]

How is it possible that hopping through all available frequency prevents interference instead of creating it?

[PhotonMagic]

Thank you the explanation. I love using magic.

[PeacePlease.]

Thanks for educating. In other words (layman's terms) it's kinda like a remote control from your phone. I'm one of those who likes the convenience if it's hassle free & SAFE - Safety 1st., Wellness next - & peace plays a vital part in my wellness - But good to make informed choices, so THANKS a ✌

[likescoob]

To be clear I know nothing but if we can use blue tooth to connect devices and different power sources how hard would it be to send power via blue tooth?

[allamasadi]

That was incredibly creative, the way the video went from basic to very technical, also I laughed about you mentioning about stealing the neighbours wi-fi😂😂😂.
You should try to collaborate with other channels as you are so undersubscribed👍

[holandsoest]

More information required for my implomentation

[epictimes]

Great video quality! I see your channel coming a long way. One question I have is why my bluetooth earbuds have a shorter range than my bluetooth headphones. I was thinking because the antenna is bigger but I look forward to seeing your opinion, thanks.

[alexandresirois-decivita]

How do people develop and think about these things?!

[incognito]

Here's a question.

Supposed I go back in time, for example, to the middle ages. Luckily enough, I bought my phone and earpods with me. Will my earpods still connect to my phone via bluetooth?

[jrapny]

“Your knowledge of how it works is somewhere in the middle.”
Me: it technology