Company
Date Published
Author
Tom Karpiniec
Word count
460
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

Ditto version 1.0.3 for iOS significantly enhances data synchronization speed over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) by introducing support for the Logical Link Control and Adaptation Protocol (L2CAP), achieving over five times the speed of previous versions that relied on the Generic Attribute Profile (GATT). This update reduces latency to 100 milliseconds and allows for data syncing at speeds exceeding 22 KB/s, making it particularly beneficial in environments lacking Wi-Fi, such as airplanes and warehouses. The update maintains compatibility with devices running earlier versions and continues to support GATT for older phones, dynamically selecting the fastest protocol available. As Ditto plans to introduce L2CAP support for Android in the future, it aims to leverage upcoming Bluetooth 5 benefits for even greater range and speed, enhancing Bluetooth's role as a convenient data transport solution.