Bluetooth 5: New Features and Impacts on Linux and IoT Ecosystems

Explore the latest advancements in Bluetooth technology with this informative conference talk by Marcel Holtmann from Intel's Open Source Technology Center. Gain insights into Bluetooth 5, its impact on the ecosystem, and exciting new use cases for low energy devices and IoT, with a focus on Linux and Zephyr operating systems. Learn about the enhanced features of Bluetooth 5, including 4x range, 2x speed, and 8x broadcasting message capacity, designed to meet industry needs and improve IoT connectivity. Discover how these advancements, along with improved interoperability and coexistence with other wireless technologies, are revolutionizing simple and secure connectivity across a wide range of devices. Benefit from the expertise of Marcel Holtmann, the maintainer of the BlueZ open source Bluetooth stack and a key figure in Bluetooth technology development since 2001.