What is new with Bluetooth 4.1, 4.2 and 5.0?

In this section, we will look at what is new with Bluetooth 4.1, 4.2, and 5.0. While these features are not compatible with the Bluetooth LE 4.0 module that we used in this chapter, eventually Bluetooth modules for the Arduino that are compatible with these standards will be released; therefore, it is good to know what features they offer.

Bluetooth 4.1

Bluetooth 4.1 mainly offers usability updates. One of the most important updates is to allow Bluetooth LE and LTE radios to coexist better. This update allows the radios to coordinate transmissions to decrease the chance of interference. It also makes the data transfer more efficient and allows for better reconnections after connection...