The name Bluetooth traces back to Harald “Bluetooth,” a Viking king remembered for bringing scattered Danish groups together under one rule. His rare gift for connection left such a strong mark on history that centuries later, engineers borrowed his nickname for a technology designed to link devices the same way he linked people. The symbol we use today even merges two runes from his initials, quietly preserving his story in every phone and headset. It’s a reminder that a piece of Viking history

Harald Bluetooth, known for uniting dissonant Viking tribes into the Kingdom of Denmark. In a similar way, Bluetooth is thus meant to unite the many wireless communication protocols under one standard. He was known for his nickname, "Bluetooth", which comes from the dark blue or gray color of his teeth, caused by his love of blueberries. The Bluetooth logo is a combination of the king's initials, H.B., in runes. #Bluetooth #technology #music #buddy4study | Buddy4Study | Facebook

How did a wireless communication device come to be named after a ruthless viking who lived thousands of years ago? In today's amazing story we're going back in time to learn about "Bluetooth" Harold I of Denmark and his legacy that lives on in the modern era. | The Infographics Show