In a sense, the Clip is like a Mi-Fi device that enables any devices nearby to get Internet access.
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Vonage Managing Director Kerry Ritz said that the Wi-Fi device was not a replacement for the cell phone, but was a different product that could be used for different applications.
All users within a couple of hundred feet of the base station who have an inexpensive Wi-Fi device in their PCs or PDAs can then share low-cost, high-speed access to the Internet--without having to pay individually for more expensive dedicated DSL or cable modem service.
Unless Wi-Fi is added to mobile phones, most people will not carry a Wi-Fi-capable device.
The Chromebook Pixel, which boots up in a matter of a few seconds, has 32 gigabytes of storage on the Wi-Fi-only device (the LTE model has 64 gigabytes) and comes with one terabyte of storage space in Google Drive online file-storage program.
Whenever the Magellan SmartGPS is in Wi-Fi range, the device will automatically sync and start pre-loading data onto the SmartGPS device.
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And if Apple jams a Wi-Fi receiver into the device the new software could allow the iPod to include the ability to browse the Web and send and receive e-mail.
On Monday, RIM unveiled an on-sale date and pricing details for the Wi-Fi-only version of device.
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The startup provides car owners with a small Wi-fi and GPS-enabled device in their cars.
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Just bring a Wi-Fi enabled laptop or mobile device and stay connected to family and friends while you travel.
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Our partnership with AWG provides that great user experience for consumers while creating maximum impact for brands through sponsored Wi-Fi on any connected mobile device.
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An optional Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account can be created following the set-up process to provide easy control of the home network, including settings, connected devices and Smart Wi-Fi tools on virtually any device, anytime, anywhere.
In addition to hardware that's perfect for gaming, such as stunning customized HD displays, fast Wi-Fi and large on-device storage, the Kindle Fire HD also offers HD Games, gyroscope and accelerometer for full tilt and turn controls, as well as social gaming features including group leaderboards and achievements.
With the GALAXY Camera (Wi-Fi), users can use the dual-band Wi-Fi technology embedded in the device to share photos with family and friends through email, social networks or mobile communication services like Samsung ChatON right from the device, as well as enjoy the luxury of backing-up pictures instantly to cloud services when connected.
Up to eight devices can connect to the Clip device via Wi-Fi for Internet access.
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Boingo benefits by selling Wi-Fi to consumers as well as device makers.
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Once the wi-fi is set up, there's no need to connect the device to a computer to update, the wi-fi connectivity allows for automatic audio content updates.
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Meraki technology offers customers Wi-Fi, switching, security and mobile device management centrally managed from the cloud.
The device leverages the Wi-Fi available where you're parked as well as your smartphone Wi-Fi tethering while driving.
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The new device only uses Wi-Fi, instead of cellular networks, and will be available in the next few months.
First, the STRIVA Core is a miniature battery-powered computer that functions as a web server coupled with an assortment of Wi-Fi components powerful enough to make any device wireless.
"All the products at Best Buy will eventually follow, " predicts Amol Sarva, chief executive of New York City-based start-up Txtbl, which will launch a wi-fi-enabled mobile e-mail device this summer.
It has since come to our attention that the device may lack Wi-Fi support, which is about the dumbest move Sony could have made (especially when it is trying to push digital downloads and other online features).
Once they choose a book, customers can choose to "Send to Kindle" and will be redirected to Amazon.com to login to their Amazon.com account and the book will be delivered to the device they select via Wi-Fi, or can be transferred via USB.
Better still, the Wi-Fi circuitry makes every laptop not just a communications device, but also a router.
Skype works on PCs and most smart phones and tablets, and you can avoid roaming charges if you connect your mobile device to the Internet via Wi-Fi.
Add to that the increased use of unsecured public Wi-Fi spots that now are dominated by unsecured smart device users and you might as well have a plane skywrite your message for all the world to read.
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