MobileStar Network Corporation, an award-winning provider of broadband wireless Internet access, today announced an agreement with HP to provide enterprise and individual customers the ability to wirelessly access their email, documents, presentations and the Internet while on the go.
Wi-Fi-enabled (IEEE 802.11b) HP Omnibook and HP Pavilion notebook PC users will now have the option of wireless access at MobileStar's more than 400 public access locations (PALs) throughout the United States including hotels, airports, conference centers, coffee houses and restaurants.
The agreement includes co-marketing and cross-promotional activities, giving buyers of HP Omnibook and HP Pavilion notebook PCs the opportunity to activate MobileStar service at the time of purchase or any time thereafter. New users of the HP Wi-Fi-enabled notebooks will have the option to subscribe to MobileStar and choose from an array of monthly service packages, ranging from a metered Internet use to unlimited monthly access.
"HP and MobileStar are addressing an important need in the increasingly mobile business world," said Amy Helland, Industry Analyst with Cahners In-Stat. "As more businesses move operations online, their knowledge workers need access to documents, presentations, e-mail and the Internet. Agreements like this provide end-users with a hassle-free option to purchase wireless capabilities and services."
"HP makes notebook PCs for individuals who desire an all-in-one tool to help them work, browse and connect with the office and home through the course of their daily lives," said Ali Tabassi, chief technology and development officer for MobileStar. "Quick access to mobile technologies is key to this initiative, and by making the MobileStar network readily available to notebook users from day one, HP is delivering instant customer value."
"HP's vision for mobility extends beyond any single wireless device to encompass a broad range of wired and wireless products working together for seamless access," said Hilary Glann, worldwide marketing manager, HP Mobile Computing Division. "MobileStar helps HP provide its customers with greater mobility through high-speed mobile Internet access."
MobileStar utilizes the 802.11b wireless LAN standard to give mobile professionals wireless access to the Internet or their corporate Intranet at T-1 speeds in more than 400 locations across the country. The company plans to expand its footprint, which includes airports, hotels, conference centers, restaurants and coffeehouses across the country.
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