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Map24 Adds WiFi Locating Feature

March 30, 2007 at 11:30 AM | 0 Comments

Map24, the map site that isn't Google Maps, has just added a new filter to its North American, Australian, and European maps. The hotspots "channel" lets you locate WiFi networks around your destination of choice. The function seems to work best in Europe so far, and even there it isn't perfect. We tested it out on Vienna, and it wouldn't hone in on Phil, our favorite WiFi utopia. So, take note: not all private WiFi providers, such as cafes and coffee shops, are listed. There's an option to list free hotspots only, but we suspect this does not take into account (or does not always properly process) cafes where the coffee will cost you but the connection is essentially free. Perfect? No, but it'll definitely help you when you're in a rush. Map24 also offers free mobile software for PDAs.

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