Skyhook Wireless

Seven of the best sites about Skyhook Wireless. Know of another site that should be listed here? Leave your suggestion at the bottom of this page. (Related searches: Mobile Search, iPhone, Skype)

1. Skyhook Wireless - “Skyhook Wireless provides a software-only positioning system that leverages a nationwide database of known Wi-Fi access points to calculate the precise location of any Wi-Fi enabled device.” In other words, a new way to find your location a la GPS, but via WiFi points. Official company Web site describes Skyhook’s products. (www.skyhookwireless.com)

2. How iPhone Uses Skyhook’s Technology to Find You - June 2, 2008 article explains how Skyhook Wireless technology is being used in new iPhones to help iPhone owners see where they are and get to where they want to go. (www.iht.com)

3. How it Works - Offers a more detailed explanation of how Skyhook’s Wi-Fi position system (WPS) works. (developer.skyhookwireless.com)

4. Loki - Owned by Skyhook Wireless, Loki is a free browser toolbar that you can use to have the location of your computer or Web-enabled device tracked and thus be able to quickly access relevant information for the location you’re at, including local weather, restaurants, etc. Plus, it allows you to see your location on a map so you’ll never be lost. Download Loki here and read the blog for latest information. (loki.com)

5. Skyhook Wireless at Wikipedia - The users of this online encyclopedia offer their thoughts on who’s behind Skyhook Wireless and how their service works. (en.wikipedia.org)

6. Skyhook AIMs at Location Market - October 31, 2006 article on Skyhook Wireless reports the company will be offering a plug-in for AOL Instant Messenger that will let AIM users find friends on a map and then be alerted when those friends are nearby. (gigaom.com)

7. Skyhook Wireless and MaxMind Announce Partnership - January 30, 2006 press release about the partnership between Skyhook Wireless and MaxMind to deliver next generation location technology. (www.maxmind.com)