Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), available in Android 4.3 and later, creates short connections between devices to transfer bursts of data. … This lets BLE provide lower bandwidth and reduced power consumption compared to Classic Bluetooth. It is ideal for applications such as a heart-rate monitor or a wireless keyboard.

What is the difference between Bluetooth and BLE?

The difference lies in how they distribute data for energy savings. Bluetooth can handle a lot of data but quickly consumes battery life and costs a lot more. Bluetooth Low Energy is used for applications that do not need to exchange large amounts of data and can run on battery power for years at a cheaper cost.

What can BLE be used for?

• Wireless charging.
• Medical service.
• Reaction on proximity.
• Social Networks.
• Education.
• Smart Kitchen.
• Smart Tags.
• Retail.