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From its very inception, Bluetooth technology was designed with security needs in mind.

In today's wireless world data is being sent invisibly from device to device, country to country, person to person. That data comes in the form of e-mails, photos, contacts and addresses, and is precious and private to each of us.

Wireless standards around the world are evolving and have various formats for dealing with the security issues of its users. Bluetooth wireless technology is no exception. Since Bluetooth is globally available in the open 2.4 GHz ISM band, robustness was built in from the beginning. For your protection, Bluetooth technology has built-in security such as 128-bit encryption and PIN code authentication.

There are three modes of security for Bluetooth access between two devices.

Security Mode 1: non-secure
Security Mode 2: service level enforced security
Security Mode 3: link level enforced security

The manufacturer of each product determines these security modes. Devices and services also have different security levels. For devices, there are two levels: "trusted device" and "untrusted device." A trusted device, having been paired with one's other device, has unrestricted access to all services. With regard to services, three security levels are defined: services that require authorization and authentication, services that require authentication only and services that are open to all devices.

¹ All features, functionality and other product specifications are based upon the latest available information and are believed to be accurate; however such product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

² All talk and standby times are quoted in Digital Mode, and are approximate. Battery performance depends on network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, and voice, data and other application usage patterns.

³ The use of wireless phones and/or headphones while engaged in activities requiring concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely.

⁴ The use of wireless phones while driving may cause distraction. Discontinue a call if you can’t concentrate on driving. Additionally, the use of wirelesss devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products.

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