It can be hard to live in the world today with out hearing mysterious "BUZZ" words. One of the more popular ones out now is "Bluetooth". Most people have heard this word but most may not know what Bluetooth can really do to make THEIR life easier and safer. Ocala Car Audio would like to clear this up for you and make it make sense.

What is Bluetooth?

Lets start by answering the basic question many people ask, What is Bluetooth? In short Bluetooth is a short range wireless technology that is designed to replace cables, thus simplifying the use of many portable devices, yet still maintaining a high level of security. This is accomplished by having an password protected signal that you can be sent between paired devices. In many cases you can pair up to 7 phones to one device and pair one phone with up to 7 devices. Just please ensure that you do not leave your devices password set to the factory default. This is is up to you to protect your information. For most people the question may change from "what is Bluetooth" to "Why do I need Bluetooth"?

Why do I need Bluetooth?

Most people in today's modern world have at least 1 cellular phone, some people may carry more when used for work. Today more and more people spend more and more time driving in their cars. According to the Human Factors quarterly journal, “Cell phone distraction causes 2,600 deaths and 330,000 injuries in the United States every year” (2005). (quote taken from accidentinfo.com). In order to make Cell phone safer to use, many states have instituted laws requiring hands free use of cell phone. Florida has not yet begun but is looking into it. As a result if you have a cellphone that is less than 5 years old, the chances are good that you have a cell phone that has Bluetooth built in and have the option to use hands free if you have an appropriate device. In most some cases the Bluetooth device in your car will only allow you to answer calls using hands free by using a microphone and a small speaker. In more advanced devices you can not only see who is calling but also dial either by direct number entry or by accessing your phone book on the cell phone, and even make calls by voice dialing. This allows you or your teenager to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

How can I use Bluetooth in my car?

There are many ways you may have Bluetooth hands free in your car. Today many cars and trucks come with Bluetooth built in from the factory, in these cases you may have it built in to the vehicles radio or a simple button on the dash of your vehicle. You may also come to Ocala Car Audio to add Bluetooth in your vehicle. Ocala Car Audio has stand alone Bluetooth units that are as simple to use and plug it in and pair it with your phone then make a call. We also have Bluetooth units that will install in your vehicle and look like it was installed by the factory when it was new. At Ocala Car Audio we also have replacement radios that have Bluetooth built in, so that no matter what your needs are we can integrate Bluetooth in your car. Some people opt for to have an iPhone or other smart phone. In these types of phones, that are not only Bluetooth enabled but also have a larger memory storage or even SD card storage, you can play the music directly from your phone on your stereo in your car through the Bluetooth connection. Granted this is not for every one, but for some, the the wireless connectivity makes the portable music in your phone an appealing option for use.

We would like to invite you to stop in at Ocala Car Audio today for a free demo and lesson on what Bluetooth is and how it can make your life better.

Ocala Car Audio is located at 12 South Pine, Ocala, Fl 34471. We are on the South West corner of SR40 (Silver Springs Blvd) and US301/441 (Pine Ave) caddy corner to the States Attorney office.