CSR announces the qualification of a Class 1 Bluetooth single-chip solution. BlueCore5-FM features a connectivity of up to 3Mbps and output power of +10dBM. This allows the device to easily cover the 100 m range required for a Class 1 Bluetooth radio without the need for an external amplifier—all within a PCB footprint of 39.2mm2. BlueCore5-FM has been designed specifically for mobile handsets. CSR plc