New-Old Facts on Bluetooth

     Since the beginning of time there have been aspects of discovery that people lived along side of but over time had to learn how to tap into. As time progresses, we will find more that we have yet to uncover even now but a particular technology that I was able to learn about is Bluetooth. 

   Our teacher for the day on this innovation was Clara Owen. She spoke on how it was invented by Jaap Haartsen in 1994 the foundations for Bluetooth Wireless Technology was laid out. Owen goes into talking about how the HomeRF - established in 1998 - was used to connect computers through radio frequency signals, replacing wires and still allowing for information to be shared. Similarly she talked about the IrDA (Infrared Data Association) - established in 1999 - which was a suite meant to provide wireless connectivity between devices like its predecessor. 

    The name for the service is one that was lost to time but can be remembered in single searches; "Herald "Bluetooth" suddenly became famous when a couple of men dug up his name from the depths of Viking history and gave it to an innovative new technology. The Viking king played a fundamental role in the unification of Denmark with its neighbors (now the countries of Norway and Sweden), and helped to Christianize Scandinavia." (The Collector) 

    Though not regarded as a flavorful nickname, it was suspected that he was known as "bluetooth" because he had rotting blue/black teeth. As time passed the name that was meant to only be a placeholder for a better title to be thought of, became known and solidified in history.

    As we reflect on the journey from discovery to implementation, it becomes evident that even the most humble beginnings can lead to transformative outcomes. Just as Bluetooth has seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, so too do opportunities for innovation continue to present themselves, waiting to be embraced and harnessed for the betterment of society.

    In the ever-evolving realm of technology, the past serves as a building block for the future, reminding us that every discovery, no matter how small, has the potential to leave a mark on history. With each new discovery and tapped into knowledge of how our society can operate, we come closet to unlocking the full potential of human ingenuity and imagination.