A class action complaint was filed against Apple for its iOS9 feature, Wi-Fi Assist. The feature’s use of cellular data, unbeknownst to most of its users, could allegedly be costing end users an overall amount that exceeds $5 million in bills.
Ruckus Wireless acquires software for secure Wi-Fi guest access
Ruckus Wireless has recently acquired Cloudpath Network, a secure Wi-Fi onboarding software used to easily and securely manage on-going Wi-Fi guest access for a large number of users and devices, and will include it in its Smart Wi-Fi product Portfolio.
Vulnerability of Netgear firmware used in multiple routers
Netgear firmware is currently being exploited due to its vulnerability. The company’s firmware was compromised when hackers got direct access to the administration interface of its routers.
Linksys WRT1900ACS dual-band Wi-Fi router: video and description
The new Linksys WRT1900ACS is a reliable, three-stream device with open-source firmware and four antennae, continuing to pay tribute its iconic blue and black design. This updated version of the Linksys WRT1900AC is not only at a lower cost than its predecessor, but it offers vendor-endorsed compatibility and features hardware improvements. This makes it the fastest performer, in comparison to a diverse range of mid-range and high-end competitors.
Virgin America upgrades its in-flight WiFi and partners with Netflix
Virgin America Airlines and Netflix partner to offer ‘next generation entertainment’ on board 10 VA Airbus A320 Aircrafts. As part of their in-flight entertainment, flyers can access high-speed WiFi, and have unlimited access to the entire Netflix catalogue through their personal devices.
How Facebook is going to reach their next billion users in the emerging markets
Thanks to the open-source Network Collection Class developed by Facebook, the News Feed can now load stories more efficiently despite a user’s connection speed. This latest News Feed retrieves stories onto user devices with the 2G cellular connections more common in developing countries as opposed to the 3G/LTE network that the current News Feed requires.