Daily Archives: August 24, 2005

UPS Invests In Company That Combines Wi-Fi And RFID

G2 Microsystems makes radio-frequency identification chips for managing and tracking mobile devices using Wi-Fi networks. Via [informationweek.com]Continue Reading

Calypso Wireless Acquires Smartphone Design Company

Calypso Wireless, Inc. has acquired an equity interest in RV Technology Limited, Hong Kong with an option to buy the company. With this acquisition the company wants to accelerate development of its dual mode WiFi-GSM/GPRS VoIP phone based on Windows CE, the C1250i. Via [geekzone.co.nz]Continue Reading

Open Wi-Fi Connections: A Closer Look

A Jupiter Research survey last year of consumers with wireless home networks found the top concerns were identity theft, eavesdropping and virus attacks. Yet some users actually encourage shared use, even though nearly all service providers forbid it in their broadband contracts. Via [newsfactor.com]Continue Reading

Getting Carded

If you haven’t purchased one of the latest and greatest multi-wireless-option handhelds, you might find your current device a little lacking. Fortunately, there are options for bringing your handheld up to wireless speed without getting a whole new device. Via [entrepreneur.com]Continue Reading