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Insights, tips, and news about guest WiFi, analytics, marketing automation, and venue technology.

The psychology of social media

The psychology of social media

Social media has had a profound effect on the way people engage with each other. Its power lies in the way it can provide users with a sense of personal

6 February 2014
The psychology of social media

The psychology of social media

Social media has had a profound effect on the way people engage with each other. Its power lies in the way it can provide users with a sense of personal

6 February 2014
Does your WiFi hotspot allow access to adult content?

Does your WiFi hotspot allow access to adult content?

A recent research project by AdaptiveMobile concluded that over one third of all the UK's cafés and restaurants had no content filtering in place, meaning that

29 September 2013
Does your WiFi hotspot allow access to adult content?

Does your WiFi hotspot allow access to adult content?

A recent research project by AdaptiveMobile, concluded that over one third of all the UK's Cafes and restaurants had no content filtering in place, meaning that

29 September 2013

All Inclusive' but not including WiFi

I've recently returned from a two-week summer holiday to Gran Canaria. We stayed in an 'All Inclusive' four-star hotel in Maspalomas, ideally located close

2 September 2013

All Inclusive' but not including WiFi

I've recently returned from a two week summer holiday to Gran Canaria. We stayed in an 'All Inclusive' four star hotel in the Maspalomas, ideally located close

2 September 2013

White label the latest WiFi innovation - Social WiFi

Purple WiFi is delighted to announce the release of a limited number of white label licence opportunities for our social WiFi software solution. Purple WiFi is

10 August 2013

White label the latest WiFi innovation - Social WiFi

Purple WiFi is delighted to announce the release of a limited number of white label license opportunities for our social WiFi software solution. Purple WiFi is

10 August 2013
Repeat after me - Repeaters vs Access Points

Repeat after me - Repeaters vs Access Points

For most technically-minded individuals, a trip to a local computer shop is a fairly routine exercise. For others, it may be a less frequent but still

29 June 2013
Repeat after me - Repeaters vs Access Points

Repeat after me - Repeaters vs Access Points

For most technically-minded individuals, a trip to a local computer shop is a fairly routine exercise. For others, it may be a less frequent but still

29 June 2013

Soft Play Case Study: Snakes & Ladders

“Since installing Purple WiFi, the feedback from customers has been very positive as they can surf the net, catch up on emails or simply update their social

19 May 2013

Soft Play Case Study: Snakes & Ladders

“Since installing Purple WiFi, the feedback from customers has been very positive as they can surf the net, catch up on emails or simply update their social

19 May 2013

Meraki launches presence analytics API

As a Meraki Technology Partner we were very excited when we got hold of the presence API several weeks ago. This is something we have been doing with our

7 May 2013

Meraki launches presence analytics API

As a Meraki Technology Partner we were very excited when we got hold of the presence API several weeks ago. This is something we have been doing with our

7 May 2013

Barclays to provide free WiFi in branches

Have you ever been encouraged to use the self-checkout in a supermarket or airport? You're ushered in and kindly helped by a member of staff who will show you

21 February 2013

Barclays to provide free WiFi in branches

Have you ever been encouraged to use the self check out in a supermarket or airport? You're ushered in and kindly helped by a member of staff who will show you

21 February 2013
The stadium technology behind great fan experiences

The stadium technology behind great fan experiences

Go beyond the flash to the core stadium technology that makes everything work. Learn how foundational systems like Guest WiFi and Interactive Maps are the key to a better fan experience and smarter operations

The stadium technology behind great fan experiences

The stadium technology behind great fan experiences

Go beyond the flash to the core stadium technology that makes everything work. Learn how foundational systems like Guest WiFi and Interactive Maps are the key to a better fan experience and smarter operations