During a recent flight, I decided to take a closer look at the Bluetooth devices my phone could detect. Using the iOS app Bluetooth Inspector, I scanned my surroundings. While I don’t use every feature of the app, I find it incredibly useful for locating nearby devices. I’ve even used it to track down Bluetooth headphones that lack a “find my device” feature, relying on signal strength for guidance.
On this particular trip, I was shocked to discover more than a thousand Bluetooth devices nearby. This made me reflect on my own gear and the sheer number of radios we carry daily. A pair of Bluetooth headphones alone can account for three radios (one per earbud and the case), not to mention other Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices like AirTags and fitness trackers. With smartwatches and other connected gadgets becoming increasingly common, it’s not unusual for a single person to have ten or more Bluetooth-enabled devices on them, forming an intricate web of connectivity around us.
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