Broadcom Corporation introduced a new single-chip mobile VoIP processor designed with Wi-Fi phones in mind. Broadcom is already offering the VoIP processor commercially. Via [wirelessweek.com]… Continue Reading
Monthly Archives: October 2005
AirDefense Launches Free Wi-Fi Security Tool
The consumer version of AirDefense Personal agent allows the user to monitor a laptop’s wireless connection for potential security risks. Consumers can track malicious or accidental wireless activities and wireless misconfigurations and close their wireless connection if a security threat is discovered. Via [toptechnews.com]… Continue Reading
Ruckus Aims To Create A Ruckus With Smart Antennas
Smart antenna start-up Video54 has changed its name to Ruckus Wireless and also announced a $9 million injection of venture capital funding as well as a deal to supply its devices to Hong Kong based carrier PCCW. Via [eet.com]… Continue Reading
China’s ZTE Plans WiMAX Trial In Pakistan
China’s ZTE Corp. said Monday it would launch a trial run in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, of its beta equipment for the fixed wireless service. The trial will begin next month, through local provider Telecard, and include an installation of one six-sector base transceiver station and 17 receivers. Via [eet.com]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi Breakthrough Takes On Interference
A breakthrough technology from a Silicon Valley wi-fi developer to be announced on Monday will take on the problem of interference in an increasingly wireless world that is holding up next-generation advances such as streaming video in the home. Via [news.ft.com]… Continue Reading
City Near Lucrative Wi-Fi Deal At Airport
Air travelers who want to surf the Net at O’Hare and Midway airports will be able to pay $6.95 a day for the privilege under a long-stalled agreement that will make millions for a politically connected contractor. Via [suntimes.com]… Continue Reading
Clearwire To Help Construct Wireless Network In Canada
Rogers Communications and Bell Canada, which compete for telephone and cable customers, plan to build a Canada-wide wireless broadband network with the help of Kirkland-based Clearwire. Via [seattletimes.nwsource.com]… Continue Reading
Warchalking For Wi-Fi: A Novel Idea Loses Steam
“The signs didn’t work well even in the U.K. where more people take public transportation and walk than in the United States,” noted Ira Brodsky, president of wireless market research firm Datacomm Research Co. “U.S. cities are more spread out, so it can be hard for users to spot small signs.” Via [technewsworld.com]… Continue Reading
Sprint, Samsung Team For WiMAX Trials
In what will be the first major test of WiMAX in the United States, Sprint Nextel and Samsung Telecommunications America have announced they will begin lab and field trials of the broadband network technology starting early next year. Via [wirelessweek.com]… Continue Reading
Nortel Allies With Intel, Airspan For WiMAX
Nortel has linked with Intel and Airspan as part of its strategy to supply and develop products for both fixed and mobile WiMAX. Via [commsdesign.com]… Continue Reading
A Trip Through Wi-Fi Wonderland
A few years ago, the simplest way of getting online while away from your home or office was to visit an Internet cafe. Internet providers such as Easy Everything did a booming trade in giving users web and email access, but modern times have called for a more flexible solution. Via [vnunet.com]… Continue Reading