Find open hotspots with WifiMapper
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Using a mobile hotspot means that you'll have Internet access on your tablet or laptop when you leave home or work. But what if you don't have signal, or you forget your hotspot on your desk? That's when you may be looking for an open hotspot out in the wild, and WifiMapper -- newly available on Android -- is just the app to get the job done.
While there are several precautions you'll want to take before using a public Wi-Fi connection, if you absolutely need to, this app can save you from having to drive around looking for a good connection. The added benefit of comments from Foursquare and other users of the app help you find the right hotspot. Here's how to get started:
Using a mobile hotspot means that you'll have Internet access on your tablet or laptop when you leave home or work. But what if you don't have signal, or you forget your hotspot on your desk? That's when you may be looking for an open hotspot out in the wild, and WifiMapper -- newly available on Android -- is just the app to get the job done.
While there are several precautions you'll want to take before using a public Wi-Fi connection, if you absolutely need to, this app can save you from having to drive around looking for a good connection. The added benefit of comments from Foursquare and other users of the app help you find the right hotspot. Here's how to get started:
