Question about Bluetooth security and speakers.
October 24, 2013 6:04 PM
I am about to buy some bluetooth speakers to be used in conjunction with a Windows computer and Itunes. I have heard vague rumblings to the effect that bluetooth has security issues that regular wifi devices do not. Ordinarily, I would buy wifi speakers but the few I can find are awfully damned pricey. Would I be putting myself at risk of compromising my computer's security if I set up a pair or two of bluetooth speakers in my apartment? In general, are there any bluetooth security issues I should be aware of, as a new user of this technology?
Many thanks for your time.
Thank you!
posted by jason's_planet at 4:28 PM on October 25, 2013
posted by jason's_planet at 4:28 PM on October 25, 2013
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As long as the things you buy are speakers only (no mic.), and you understand that a sufficiently motivated hacker who is close enough could start playing audio through them without your permission, then I don't see any other reason to be concerned.
posted by russm at 7:34 PM on October 24, 2013