[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Short-range wireless for earbuds, watches, and accessories; 5.3/6.0 improves power and range.
Also known as:
Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth 6.0
BLE
Bluetooth 5.4
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Bluetooth 5.3 is mainstream (2023), 6.0 adds channel sounding for better direction/range. Versions appear as Bluetooth: 6.0 and BLE (low energy).
Look for LE Audio and codec support in Bluetooth features / Audio codecs for the best wireless audio quality.
Where Bluetooth Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluetooth?
Short-range wireless for earbuds, watches, and accessories; 5.3/6.0 improves power and range.
What terms are related to Bluetooth?
Related Connectivity terms include Wi-Fi 7, NFC, LE Audio, Audio Codecs.
Related Technical Terms
Wi-Fi 7
Latest Wi-Fi generation (be) with 320 MHz channels and multi-link for lower latency and higher thro…
Connectivity
NFC
Tap-to-pay and tap-to-pair tech embedded around the camera module.
Connectivity
LE Audio
The new Bluetooth low-energy audio standard for better battery life, multi-stream, and broadcast.
Audio
Audio Codecs
Formats that compress audio for wireless headphones (AAC, aptX, LDAC); they set max quality.
Audio