The Networking Possibilities are Endless
The Bluetooth SIG sponsors and participates in many events throughout the year all over the world. Events are an important part of the Bluetooth SIG as they help us continue to promote Bluetooth wireless technology and allow us to educate a variety of people – ranging from current members of the Bluetooth SIG to media writing about the technology. Pictures and presentations of past events can be found here.
The Bluetooth SIG encourages members to suggest suitable events for the SIG to participate in. Further, if a member company would like to host a certain Bluetooth event, enquiries are welcomed and in return the member company gets added exposure to other members via the displaying of a hyperlinked logo on this website.
Interested in sponsorsing one of the events listed below? Check out our 2012 Sponsorship Guide to learn more about the benefits of sponsoring a Bluetooth SIG event and contact us to secure your sponsorship spot!
If you have any questions, please contact member relations.
All Hands Meeting
The All Hands Meeting (AHM) is a yearly event free to Promoter and Associate members and $750 USD for Adopter members.
The meeting is a two-day cross-functional event held in the spring where members are invited to provide input to influence decisions on the future direction of Bluetooth technology and learn about new programs and initiatives on which the SIG is working.
This is a great opportunity for members to meet SIG staff, network with other members and learn more about the future direction of Bluetooth technology. It is also a great opportunity for committees and working groups to meet for quarterly face to face meetings.
Visit the 2012 AHM Recap page to learn about the most recent event held and mark your calendars for the AHM 2013!
All Hands Meeting 2013
9-11 April 2013
Shanghai, China
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Working Group Summit
The Bluetooth SIG hosts the annual Bluetooth SIG Working Group Summit each year. The purpose of the week-long meeting is to bring together the various Bluetooth SIG groups and allow them to meet both on their own and also jointly with other Bluetooth SIG groups on an as-needed basis. Event participation is restricted to group members actively associated with groups that are meeting during this event.
Bluetooth SIG Working Group Summit
11-18 September 2012
Dublin, Ireland
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Testing Events
UnPlugFests
UnPlugFests (UPFs) are Interoperability Testing Events run by the Bluetooth SIG for the benefit of its members. These events are designed to allow teams of engineers working on the development of Bluetooth products to verify the interoperability of their devices with engineers from a different company. The SIG holds three UPFs per year to provide the opportunity for all categories of Bluetooth products to be able to participate in the testing. The objective of the UPFs is solely to improve the interoperability of all Bluetooth devices being developed and released into the marketplace.
Upcoming UnPlugFests
- UPF 42
4-8 June 2012
Shanghai, China
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- UPF 43
8-12 October 2012
Barcelona, Spain
- UPF 44
28 January - 1 February 2013
Ft. Worth, Texas
- UPF 45
3-7 June 2013
Bangkok, Thailand
Interoperable Prototype Test Events
Interoperabile Prototype Test Events (IOPs) are run by the Bluetooth SIG for the benefit of its members. These events are designed to allow members to test their prototype implementations against other member prototypes that are designed to a common prototyping specification. These events are open to all members and there are no registration fees.
Upcoming IOP Test Events
- MED WG IOP - Informal IOP Prototyping Specification
1-2 June 2012
Shanghai, China
Scope: Pulse Oximeter Profile and Service
Register: Complete the Participant and Platform registration spreadsheet and send this to the Specification Program Manager
Automotive Test Events
If you are a manufacturer of Bluetooth enabled car kits, mobile phones, PDA’s or automobiles this event is tailored to meet your testing needs to maximize interoperability and ensure a seamless user experience between mobile devices and car kits. Testing with the Profile Tuning Suite (PTS) will be available. The Automotive Test Event is open to all members and the registration fee is only $100 per person with no additional fees for platforms. The registration fee provides participants with lunch and two breaks daily.
Upcoming Automotive Test Events
- 21-23 August 2012
Auburn Hills, Michigan
Registration to open in late June
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Training Events
Qualification Training Sessions
The Bluetooth SIG holds Qualification Training Sessions that provide an opportunity for SIG members to learn more about the Qualification Program, testing tools such as the Profile Tuning Suite and their implications on requirements, etc. If your company has a need for hands-on qualification and/or PTS trainings and are interested in hosting a training, contact member relations to find out what hosting and sponsoring a training session entails.
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Press & Analyst Events
The Bluetooth SIG travels worldwide to meet with journalists and analysts. Through the press events, the SIG provides education about Bluetooth wireless technology and typically presents an elaborate consumer product showcase which is composed of products from member companies. At the Analyst Summits, the Bluetooth SIG gathers central partners from the industry to explore deeper into Bluetooth wireless technology and its impact on the market. Analysts and members are invited to hear presentations and updates on the technology. For more information on press and analyst events, please contact Event Manager.
Upcoming Media Events
- New York City Media Event
Grand Hyatt Hotel
Wednesday, 17 October 2012
8:30-11:30am
For more information or to participate, contact us
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Trade Shows & Conferences
The Bluetooth SIG participates in trade shows on a world wide basis throughout the year. Participation in trade shows varies from keynote speaking opportunities to panel discussions to partnerships with the trade show. Through participation in trade shows, the Bluetooth SIG is able to help our members excite others about Bluetooth wireless technology. For information regarding trade shows, please contact member relations.
Bluetooth SIG also organizes conferences and member gatherings to disseminate valuable information to members. It also gives an opportunity for members to meet and network. For information regarding member conferences, please contact member relations.
Bluetooth Technology: Simple. Secure. Everywhere. Seminar in Taiwan
17 May 2012
NTUH International Convention Center, Taipei, Taiwan
The Bluetooth SIG cordially invites you to join the Bluetooth Technology seminar in Taiwan jointly organized by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MoEA), R.O.C. on 17 May 2012. Speakers from industry-leading companies will deliver speeches on the latest applications and potential markets in Bluetooth v4.0. A dedicated demonstration area will showcase the latest Bluetooth solutions and products. Registration for the seminar is open.
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