AirTight Networks partners with Purple WiFi
This morning we’re able to confirm the exciting news that Purple WiFi has partnered with global WiFi solutions provider, AirTight Networks. This arrangement will see our social engagement software...
View ArticleIngram Micro launches partnership with Purple WiFi
Ingram Micro brings resellers further Advanced Solutions benefits with high margin opportunities through Purple WiFi’s Cisco-integrated Enterprise Solutions Ingram Micro (UK), a division of Ingram...
View ArticlePurple Freemium WiFi launch at Web Summit
Soft launch of Purple Freemium product model at Web Summit 2013, Dublin We’d barely begun talking about our plans to roll out a free version of Purple WiFi when we were inundated with requests. Safe to...
View ArticleConvert coffee shop WiFi parasites to powerful ambassadors
Once again we’ve been reading about coffee shops trying to meet customer demands by offering free WiFi but losing out. This time it’s the coffee shops in Washington DC that are bearing the financial...
View Articlewww (World Wide WiFi)
On a daily basis more cities are announcing their intention to create city-wide wifi hotspots. From Tel Aviv to Perth in Australia, it’s a move that should be welcomed by local venues as it encourages...
View ArticleDo Hotels Still Have Reservations About Free WiFi?
Recently we spotted some angry local Tweets, originating right here in Manchester (UK), about the fact that a well-known global hotel chain still charges residents for a wifi connection. Granted, many...
View ArticleDo hotels still have reservations about free wifi?
Outdated wifi policies Recently we spotted some angry local Tweets, originating right here in Manchester (UK), about the fact that a well-known global hotel chain still charges residents for a wifi...
View Articlee92plus enhances wireless portfolio with Purple WiFi
New resale agreement for Purple WiFi e92plus, the award winning VAD (Value Added Distributor), have signed up innovative social WiFi provider, Purple WiFi, which will see the addition of cloud-based...
View ArticleAre businesses doing enough? Purple WiFi Survey Results
Wireless internet. WiFi. However you refer to it, you simply can’t deny that it’s something we’re all familiar with now. A study in 2012 found a staggering 73% of UK homes had WiFi networks. The same...
View Article10 top tips for hotels to get more from social media
How do I use social media to boost business? This is a question that could apply to many sectors but within the fiercely competitive hotel industry, social media is something that generates lots of...
View ArticleSpotlight on: Data Retention Obligations in the European Union
The need to allow access to public communications data, for the purposes of combating terrorism and bringing serious offenders to justice, is unquestionable. However, the law in the EU which is...
View ArticleU.S. Guest Wi-Fi – What Are the Risks?
According to Clare Boothe Luce, “No good deed goes unpunished.” Today, business owners fear that this aphorism may apply to the good deed of providing open Wi-Fi to their customers. While answers may...
View ArticleAlhambra gets shoppers online
Alhambra take advantage of new collaboration between Purple WiFi and Ruckus Wireless The company The Alhambra Centre is a 170,000 sq ft shopping centre located in the North of England, providing retail...
View ArticleThe psychology of social media
Social media has had a profound effect on the way people engage with each other. It’s power lies in the way it can provide users with a sense of personal connection and community. Psychologists are...
View ArticleAdmiral Taverns rolls out free WiFi
Social WiFi provider, Purple WiFi, has been selected by Admiral Taverns as a supplier of WiFi solutions for its pub estate. The service will enable customers to login for free but will also deliver...
View ArticleWhy should businesses use social media?
Media influences opinion… …there is no doubt about that. But do we mindlessly follow what is presented to us? Some media researchers used to argue that what we watch and read is fed into us like a...
View ArticleIs Facebook really in decline?
Is Facebook really in decline? We keep reading that young people prefer Snapchat, WhatsApp, Instagram and Twitter to Facebook these days. Apparently if you use Facebook you are ‘officially old and...
View ArticleWiFi reseller agreement signed with High eMotion
High eMotion has announced a reseller agreement with social WiFi software company, Purple WiFi, which will see the addition of cloud-based guest WiFi, Presence Analytics and Location Based Services...
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We present to The Duke of York
Purple WiFi has reached the final shortlist for Pitch @ Palace, an opportunity for innovative regional start-ups to showcase their talent. The event is backed by Prince Andrew, The Duke of York. Pitch...
View ArticleChannel 4 News features Purple WiFi
Our CEO, Gavin Wheeldon and I had a busy day out of the office last week filming with Channel 4 News. Having read about what we do within the retail sector, one of the programme’s journalists wanted...
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