Connect: What's new with Bluetooth® 5.0?

The new Bluetooth 5 standard brings 3 new key features including:

1. Long range mode: Get 4x the range and extend into full home/building coverage
2. High speed mode: 2x data throughout and faster over-the-air downloads
3. Advertising extensions: Reduce load on advertising channels and initiate long-range connections

These new features enable new applications like industrial automation and automotive, using your smartphone as a key.