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Wi-Fi-First Smartphones

This Smartphone Will Use Wi-Fi Hotspots Whenever Possible

— November 3, 2015 — Tech
Los Angeles, California-based wireless Internet and mobile service provider FreedomPop is working with Intel to introduce a Wi-Fi-first smartphone. The phone will be equipped with Intel's low-cost SoFIA Atom x3 processors to make use of WiFi hotspots rather than mobile data whenever possible. The phones will use mobile data even for things like texting and calling.

This Wi-Fi-first smartphone is capable of easily switching between Wi-Fi and cellular networks without the user's experience being affected in any way.

Broadly speaking, this smartphone is looking to cause a fundamental shift in the way we think about phones. Until now, we think of using our phones while focusing first on mobile data, and we switch to Wi-Fi whenever it's available -- but FreedomPop and Intel are working to reverse that equation.
Trend Themes
1. Wi-fi-first Technology - This trend focuses on smartphones that prioritize Wi-Fi usage over mobile data, disrupting traditional phone usage patterns.
2. Hotspot Utilization - This trend highlights the increasing usage of Wi-Fi hotspots as a primary source of connectivity for smartphones, presenting opportunities for businesses to capitalize on this shift.
3. Seamless Network Switching - This trend emphasizes the development of smartphones that effortlessly transition between Wi-Fi and cellular networks, opening up possibilities for innovative user experiences and network optimization.
Industry Implications
1. Wireless Internet Providers - This industry can leverage the Wi-Fi-first smartphone trend by offering specialized plans and services for users who prioritize Wi-Fi usage instead of mobile data.
2. Smartphone Manufacturers - This industry can explore the integration of Wi-Fi-first technology into their smartphones, providing consumers with devices that optimize Wi-Fi usage and minimize reliance on mobile data.
3. Mobile Network Operators - This industry can adapt to the Wi-Fi-first trend by partnering with Wi-Fi hotspot providers and offering seamless network switching solutions to enhance the connectivity experience for smartphone users.
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