Wireless networking meets social networking in WeFi (free). This useful software does double-duty: It helps you find reliable hot spots and then connect to them, and also helps you connect with your friends, and find new ones. Run the program and it shows nearby hot spots, with details about each such as signal strength and whether the network is encrypted. You can also have the program send you to a Web page where you can see all the hot spots mapped out. New to this version of WeFi is its ability to show information about each hot spot such as whether it is a school, coffee shop, restaurant, home, and so on. And a new feature allows you to find hot spots not just in your immediate WiFi range, but beyond it as well, by consulting the WeFit database.
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WiFi Connects You With Wireless Hotspots–And With People
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PG&E admits to flaws in some smart meters
Sunday, June 6th, 2010PG&E admits to flaws in some smart meters
California utility Pacific Gas & Electric has released a report acknowledging that thousands of its smart meters have had technical problems and that its customer service has been insufficient.
The company has been the source of ire by customers in California who have complained that their utility bills went up after the two-way digital meters were installed. More than 5 million meters have been installed since 2007.
Prompted by customer complaints over billing accuracy, California regulators ordered PG&E to provide details of its smart-meter program.
On Monday, the utility released four years’ worth of project management reports (PDF) and the results of a review that identified “issues” related to wireless communication, data storage, meter installation, and accuracy.
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LG Mobile Phones and MetroPCS launch LG Imprint Phone
Sunday, June 6th, 2010LG Mobile Phones and MetroPCS launch LG Imprint Phone
LG Electronics (News – Alert) MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. and MetroPCS Communications , Inc. announced the commercial availability of the LG Imprint, the pocket-size handset to keep people connected. It features the stylish slider with a full QWERTY keyboard, a variety of messaging functions and e-mail support. LG Imprint displays sleek, ultra-compact design and extensive multimedia features.
The new LG Imprint with its pocket-sized exterior, has what is required to for the users.. Whether it’s snapping pictures or browsing the web, backing up contacts or paying bills, the LG Imprint will provide with these practical features.
LG Imprint allows Chatting, sending pictures or browsing the Web for the latest movie times or other on-the-go information. LG Imprint instantly organizes multiple conversations with threaded messaging, a feature which displays text messages in conversation format. The new handset also offers Pocket Express capabilities, which delivers up-to-the-minute news and other updates.
LG Imprint features one-touch speakerphone, voice-activated dialing and voice memo resources, making it the ideal device for hands-free communication. Send contacts and calendar events via Bluetooth or create a photo slideshow for friends with the LG Imprint’s 1.3 megapixel camera with Multishot technology that allows users instantly to take up to six consecutive photos.
Other LG Imprint features include a micro USB charging port and MP3 music ringer supportLG Imprint also comes preloaded with MetroNavigator for audible turn-by-turn driving directions local searches and maps, and myMetro, for instantl view of account information. Some key features included are, QWERTY Keyboard for Easy Messaging, Compact, Stylish Sliding Keypad, 1.3 Megapixel Camera , Bluetooth Connectivity, One-Touch Speakerphone, and Speaker-Independent Voice Commands.
LG Electronics, Inc. is a provider of consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances. LG is comprised of five business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning and Business Solutions.
The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a mobile communications and information company.
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