Sparklink: Huawei's Bluetooth Alternative Gains Traction

Huawei's Sparklink, also known as NearLink, emerges as a compelling alternative to Bluetooth. Designed to overcome Bluetooth's limitations, it boasts technical specifications exceeding both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Over 100 million Sparklink chips have already shipped, indicating significant commercial traction. Sparklink supports a wide range of devices, from phones and computers to cars and industrial systems. The Sparklink Alliance includes hundreds of members, primarily based in China, with growing international interest. Foreign companies are incorporating Sparklink into products for the Chinese market. With millions of users in China, Sparklink is approaching critical mass, potentially requiring global tech companies to adopt the standard.