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iPass in the News

See how iPass is making headlines. Secure global connectivity is a topic of much discussion right now, especially when it includes global broadband access. Read why our services make sense for the enterprise.

 

"Always On"
This article investigates the background to the exponential growth in mobile working, and how the demands of the workforce for instant connectivity are placing ever-greater pressure on IT/IS departments. (IMIS volume 19, issue 5, by Keri Allan)

 

"Starbucks Wi-Fi proving a hit with broadband"
iPass has teamed up with BT Openzone to compile a list of the top ten Starbucks coffee houses for web access in London. Outlets at Paddington Station, Canary Wharf and the BBC building make the chart, along with those on Horseferry Road, Chiswick High Road, Clapham High Street and Queensway. Starbucks located at Borders Bookshop, the Lock Keeper's Cottage in Camden and at Charing Cross complete the top ten. (3 November 09 by Kimberley Howson)

 

"BlackBerry gets iPass support for Wi-Fi roaming"
This article introduces the iPassConnect client for BlackBerry which provides single sign-on for nearly 140,000 Wi-Fi hotspots across 83 countries, and enables users to browse the web and access email while abroad without having to worry about roaming charges. (14 September 2009 by Daniel Robinson)

 

"Wi-Fi to fill mobile WAN gaps"
Joanie Wexler uses iPass as an example of a connectivity application that easily allows users to transfer from a 3G mobile data network to Wi-Fi. (11 September 2009 by Joanie Wexler)

 

"Just what's an enterprise device these days?"
Looking into the question of "just what is an enterpresie device these days", Simon Bisson & Mary Branscombe at IT PRO conclude that with tools like the iPassConnect clients for iPhone and BlackBerry smartphones, "any device is an enterprise device". (11 September 2009 by Simon Bisson & Mary Branscombe)

 

"Top 10 Windows Mobile business apps"
It may not be the most popular of mobile operating systems, but around 14% of the total market use Windows Mobile handsets. Benny Har-Even, Reviews Editor at IT PRO, takes a look at 10 essential applications for the Windows handset. (4 September 2009 by Benny Har-Even)

 

"Driving the Mobility Message Through the Channel"
iPass Director in EMEA discuss the importance of enabling a mobile workforce and how the channel can facilitate. "The corporate world should undoubtedly be taking the benefits of flexible working and mobility more seriously; the channel needs to seize the opportunity to drive this message home." (20 August 2009 by Azadar Shah, Regional Director UK & Ireland, iPass)

 

"Smartphone Wi-Fi Use Quadruples, Sales Up 47%"
Michelle Megna reports on the first "Wireless Census" as smartphone use soars, consequently affecting the enterprise by straining the networks with heavy data traffic. (19 August 2009 by Michelle Megna)

 

"How Smartphones Are Making Wi-Fi Hot Again"
In this article, Om Malik discusses how smartphones are driving a resurgence in Wi-Fi. Pulling data from a Meraki study, his own experience and iPass data, Om points to the need to find a way for Wi-Fi networking technologies to coexist in this ever-changing landscape. (18 August 2009 by Om Malik)

 

"Flexi Fit? How can Mobile Phones Make Working Flexibly Easier?"
Events in the past few years have provided an interesting wake up call for businesses in the UK—face the fact that times are changing and our working habits must reflect this. This article looks at how companies can effectively enable the workforce to remain productive outside of the office walls. (4 August 2009 by Matt Cooke, senior product marketing manager, iPass)

 

"How to Continue Investing in Business When Finance is Hard to Come by"
Following reports of businesses being hampered by the lack of credit availability appearing in the national media, Dennis Flower investigates what happens if access to funding is denied by the bank or simply not possible for a variety of reasons? In the following article, industry suppliers share their thoughts on how to perpetuate investment in the current economic climate. (31 July 2009 by Dennis Flower)

 

"Netbooks Bridge The Gap"
In this article, Matthew Cooke, senior product marketing manager for iPass, discusses the adoption of netbooks and their place in the enterprise. Additionally, the article focuses on potential challenges for IT managers, as well as the future of netbooks. (31 July 2009 by Christian Perry)

 

"Do you have any idea how much money you're wasting on international wireless services?"
Managed network services providers such as iPass offer a flat rate and unlimited international data use; such a service can ease the financial burden felt by your company. Read about other best practices for maximizing your connectivity budget. (23 July 2009 by John Cox)

 

"London's top Wi-Fi and mobile broadband hotspots revealed"
Mobile broadband users roaming around London may be interested to check out a list of the capital's best outdoor internet connection spots. According to iPass, which provides mobile connection services to businesses, there are plenty of places for internet users to find 3G and wireless (Wi-Fi) broadband coverage without being stuck in the office. (22 July 2009 by Kimberley Howson)

 

"Biggest Barriers to Seamless Mobile Connectivity"
While many connectivity options are available to mobile users, challenges exist in proving a truly easy user experience. In this article, iPass CTO Barbara Nelson analyzes the barriers to seamless mobile connectivity. (24 June 2009 by Stacy Higginbotham)

 

"MobileTechs—Freedom to roam"
Mobile technologies are increasingly being used by employees to help them work more effectively or by consumers to more easily access financial services. Tony Dennis investigates the implications for the network and for security, and looks at the various smartphones available. (10 June 2009 by Tony Dennis)

 

"Spotlight: Piero DePaoli, senior director of global product marketing for iPass"
iPass' Piero DePaoli discusses the creation of the iPass Global Wi-Fi Service for the iPhone with Michael Alexander along with the value and potential apps have and why the iPhone is fit for the enterprise. (May 29, 2009 by Michael Alexander)

 

"iPass Aims for Mobile Cloud Service Platform"
iPass President and CEO Evan Kaplan talks to Stephen Lawson about the company's long-term vision, including a variety of integrated functions, new enterprise platforms for the iPhone and Nokia S60 along with expanded capabilities for IT admins. (May 5, 2009 by Stephen Lawson)

 

"iPass for Enterprises comes to iPhone, MacOS"
Wireless connections through iPass are evolving as the company rolls out applications for the iPhone, iPod Touch and Nokia S60-based phones. PC Magazine blogger Eric Griffith also covers the new Mac OS X software features which dramatically improve the end-user experience. (May 5, 2009 by Eric Griffith)

 

"iPhone gets iPass client for global Wi-Fi access"
Network access provider iPass has introduced a client for the iPhone, enabling business users of Apple's smartphone to access thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots around the globe that are covered by its service. The company has also added new clients for Symbian handsets and Mac users. (5 May 2009 by Daniel Robinson)

 

"Move over 3G, 4G is here"
Imagine having 100 megabits per second internet connectivity,not on your laptop, but on your mobile phone. While that sounds like an impossible fantasy, it is coming to a handset near you from 2010 onwards, and it will be called 4G. Heather McLean investigates what 4G is, and why we need it. (April 2009 by Heather Maclean)

 

"iPass chief shares plans for the cloud"
Evan Kaplan, the chief executive of hotspot aggregator iPass, has been in the job for four months, having joined from SSL VPN company Aventail. He faces a tall order: iPass shareholders have been growing increasingly dissatisfied with the company's performance, and he will need to lead the company through the global recession. Kaplan talks to ZDNet UK about how the company will evolve to survive the current economic climate. (27 March 2009 by Tom Espiner)

 

"Mobile broadband or WiFi? You betcha"
Our increasing appetite for sending and receiving data on the move fuels ever increasing need for wireless connectivity. Wi-Fi access and mobile broadband are usual ways of meeting this need. So what's best? (29 January 2009 by Josie Sephton)

 

"iPass to Give 3-Month Free Wi-Fi for Inauguration Goers"
According to Eric Griffith, 3G networks are likely to be tied up in Washington, D.C. during election time this year, so having Wi-Fi backup is the ideal way to stay connected. Griffith discusses iPass' 200 hotspots in a five-mile radius around central Washington, D.C., and the three month Wi-Fi trial that will work with the iPod, iPod Touch and Windows computers. (January 16, 2009 by Eric Griffith)

 

"HOW TO: Get Free Wi-Fi in DC on Inauguration Day"
Blogger Adam Ostrow comments on iPass' free Wi-Fi offer in Washington, D.C. recognizing that millions of people will want to stay connected during the Inauguration and that network connectivity may be slow. (January 16, 2009 by Adam Ostrow)

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