WiFi

In-Flight Wi-Fi is a fairly common commodity in North America, available on flights with Delta, United, American Airlines, and Virgin America, but now airborne internet providers Gogo are starting to eye foreign market potential. Internationally, in-flight internet service is a Read More

Is your new toaster giving you malware? Probably not- but this is what’s being reported in Russia after malware-spreading Wi-Fi microchips were discovered inside common household appliances from China. The insidious chips have apparently been popping up in small appliances Read More

A new service rolled out by Google in Jakarta, Indonesia is aimed at providing affordable Wi-Fi internet to Android users. The service- called Wi-Fi Passport- will allow users to get cheap internet access via hotspots around the city thanks to Read More

In 2006, with a fair deal of excitement, Google launched a scheme which would bring citywide free Wi-Fi internet to its hometown of Mountain View, California. Seven years after this generous offer, it seems Google’s network just cannot keep up Read More

Although most places in the developed world host enough Wi-Fi networks and mobile data coverage to keep technophiles happy, there are still plenty of places where internet access is next to impossible. The “Outernet” project is one potential solution which Read More

With the growing rise for data and constant, reliable connectivity, technology companies have recognized the importance of expanding existing Wi-Fi networks. Late last week, 18 tech companies including Google, Microsoft, Comcast, Motorola, and the Consumer Electronics Association announced their involvement Read More

Over 12 million people around the world are already signed up to Wi-Fi hotspot network Fon, but the connection-sharing company now has its sights set on America as its new US headquarters opens up in New York City. The appeal Read More

Unlimited Wi-Fi internet everywhere (the dream of the mobile communications age) is still a few years away from becoming a reality, but in the interim, you can stay connected wherever you go with FreedomPop’s MiFi hotspot. If you’re a frequent Read More

A survey by popular travel website TripAdvisor has revealed that the number one amenity that today’s traveler looks for in a hotel is actually a free in-room Wi-Fi connection. American travelers questioned by the TripBarotmeter Truth in Travel Survey actually Read More

If you thought it was your lack of a green thumb that was killing your houseplants it turns out that there might be another factor to blame for all the wilting. According to an experiment by high school students in Read More