ZigBee could bring wireless connectivity to billions of electronics devices, but some in the industry believe that the world isn’t ready for a ZigBee handset just yet. Via [news.zdnet.co.uk]… Continue Reading
DSP Group Buys Bermai’s Wi-Fi Chip IP
The DSP Group has bought the bulk of the intellectual property owned by Wi-Fi chip startup Bermai Inc. Via [commsdesign.com]… Continue Reading
Singapore Airlines Plans In-flight Live TV Via Wi-Fi
Singapore Airlines will add in-flight Wi-Fi to its Singapore-London route during Q1 2005, the first step in the carrier’s plan to bring live TV to passengers by the middle of next year. Via [theregister.co.uk]… Continue Reading
IDC Report: Too Soon For WiMAX
An IDC report cautions wireless networking and broadband silicon suppliers against being overly optimistic about WiMAX. The high-speed wireless technology presents a potential opportunity, but “it is still too early for communications IC vendors to commit to this technology,” the market research firm said. Via [techweb.com]… Continue Reading
The Challenges Of Integrating Cellular And Wi-Fi Networks
With services like those from Vonage, a user has to carry two phones, one for the Wi-Fi network and another for the cellular one. In response, handset vendors are developing integrated devices. Initially, these new dual-mode devices are expected to come with a high price tag. Via [technewsworld.com]… Continue Reading
WiMAX To Be ‘Clear Winner’ In Broadband Wireless
WiMAX and other emerging high-speed wireless technologies will capture more than 40 percent of the wireless broadband business over the next few years, leaving 3G with less than 60 percent of the market in 2009, according to a just published report from TelecomView. Via [commsdesign.com]… Continue Reading
Strix Introduces Outdoor Mesh Networking System
Strix Systems Monday extended its mesh networking product line with a new system for building outdoor wireless mesh networks. Via [crn.com]… Continue Reading
Tools Let Wireless LANs Branch Out
With wireless LANs firmly established in the headquarters of many large enterprises, WLAN management specialists are now addressing the needs of their customers’ branch offices with new tools that allow for remote administration. Via [eweek.com]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi Detection And Analysis Tool Hits Market
“As Wi-Fi users become accustomed to using high-speed Internet access when and where they need it, versatile tools for finding accessible Wi-Fi networks become essential,” Canary Wireless co-founder Benjamin Kern said. John Yunker, an analyst at Byte Level Research, said that the features on the Canary Wireless Hotspotter device represent a big step forward. Via… Continue Reading
Chicago Public Library Offers Free Wi-Fi
Chicago Public Library Commissioner Mary Dempsey rolled out free wireless Internet connections at the main Harold Washington Library Center and 76 branches. Via [washingtontimes.com]… Continue Reading
Lawsuit Halts Sprint Wi-Fi At Truck Stops
Service was halted Tuesday to wireless-fidelity hot spots at more than 500 truck stops nationwide — including some in Nebraska and Iowa — disrupting Internet access for thousands of truck drivers. Via [americasnetwork.com]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi Goes International
Wi-Fi, often accused of being dominated by U.S. thinking, is now going global as new wireless standards adapt to the needs of Japan and Europe. They give the original 802.11 standard a facelift, updating the technology in the face of new concerns overseas. Via [wi-fiplanet.com]… Continue Reading
Pennsylvania Governor Signs Wi-Fi Bill
The governor of Pennsylvania last week signed into law a controversial bill that includes, among myriad items, a provision giving incumbent carriers the ability to prevent cities from creating and charging for municipal Wi-Fi networks. Via [eweek.com]… Continue Reading
Wireless Attacks Primer
In general, attacks on wireless networks fall into four basic categories: passive attacks, active attacks, man-in-the middle attacks, and jamming attacks. Lets review what these attacks mean on a wireless network. Via [netsecurity.about.com]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi For Everyone?
Pennsylvania has been hit by a torrent of criticism over a new law restricting cities from offering Internet access. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading