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Motorola works with IBM, Toshiba on Bluetooth technology

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NEW YORK: Motorola Inc. said Monday that computer makers International Business Machines Corp. and Toshiba Corp. will work with the telecommunications equipment and chip maker to offer Bluetooth technology across parts of their personal computer lines.



Bluetooth is a high-capacity, short-wave radio link that enables electronic devices such as cellphones and computers to hook up remotely.



Motorola also said it is introducing a Bluetooth-enabled car kit, which allows users to transfer calls between a cell phone and a car phone. Motorola said it expects to announce specific automotive Bluetooth contracts later this year.



The company said it will also be offering cards and accessories that would allow, for instance, a personal computer and a handheld computer to wirelessly exchange files and synchronise data.



Motorola said it is working with its Digianswer subsidiary to supply an embedded Bluetooth technology for use inside personal computer and peripheral devices such as printers. The company said smaller, lower power modules are expected to be available later this year and in early 2001.



Motorola added that a Bluetooth clip-on accessory for certain Motorola wireless phones is expected to be rolled out later this year. The company said embedded Bluetooth technology inside some Motorola phones is expected in the near future.



Shares of Motorola closed at $34-7/8 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, down 1-3/16 on the day.



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