The Newest Hotspot

The opposite of locking down Web sites is being able to access them anywhere, anytime. Novetal Wireless, Inc. is revolutionizing Internet WiFi applications with their new MiFi Mobile Intelligent Hotspot. The pocket-sized wireless broadband hotspot just hit the market this month and can provide Internet access from anywhere there is a cellular connection, including moving vehicles. In other words, no more paying to connect to the router at Starbucks and Borders, just pull this from your pocket and you’re good to go. A single charge gives it four hours of battery life or 40 hours of standby power. $200. (www.novatelwireless.com)   RYAN THOMAS