Coke in Bluetooth bid to reach youth

HONG KONG Coca-Cola has placed Bluetooth-enabled vending machines across Hong Kong, as part of its global 'Coke side of life' campaign which aims to connect the brand with the youth segment.

The initiative, developed by New Digital Noise, allows mobile phone users to download screensavers, wallpapers and ring tones from Coca-Cola vending machines. Florence Yu, public affairs and communications, Coca-Cola China, said the effort marked a push by the brand to use "innovative technology" to connect with young consumers.

She added that the technology had the ability to detect mobile phones equipped with Bluetooth devices about 10 metres away. 

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