Daily Archives: June 5, 2006

Citywide Wi-Fi Moves Forward In New Orleans, Philly

A plan to develop a citywide wireless network is moving forward in New Orleans and Philadelphia. The New Orleans City Council as well as Philadelphia mayor John Street gave their consent to begin the project, which will be managed by EarthLink. The company said access to the New Orleans network at speeds of up toContinue Reading

Intel Plans Wireless Blood Pressure Monitors

Health and medical-related uses for Bluetooth and wireless communications technology have manufacturers including IBM, Motorola, Nonin Medical, Phillips Electronics, and Welch Allyn joining forces to create and ratify a new Bluetooth Medical Device Profile. Using the new industry standard, blood pressure monitors, exercise equipment, and other health and medical devices will connect wirelessly to BluetoothContinue Reading

Mobile WiMax Could Restrict Fixed Systems

Portable wireless technology may steal some of the thunder from fixed WiMax systems, according to a report by Juniper Research. Analysts predict that, while fixed WiMax is expected to grow in the next 2-3 years, mobile WiMax offers a superior standard, a fixed wireless option in addition to mobility, and it’s all on track forContinue Reading