Introducing NetWise® SmartSpot

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The Simple, Streamlined Way To

Optimize Wi-Fi

Connectivity

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Problem: Wi-Fi DiscoveryUsers are often unaware of Wi-Fi availability, unwilling to search for nearby networks, or are unhappy with time spent looking for reliable Wi-Fi connections.

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Wi-Fi Discovery – SOLUTIONNetWise SmartSpot uses geo-fencing technology with Smart Alerts to notify users when close to preferred hotspots – even when the Wi-Fi radio is turned off!

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Wi-Fi Discovery• Start screen – SmartSpot

notification appears at the top of the screen

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Wi-Fi Discovery• Start screen – SmartSpot

notification appears at the top of the screen

• User checks notification

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Wi-Fi Discovery• Start screen – SmartSpot

notification appears at the top of the screen

• User checks notification• Notification window shows

list of available access points

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Wi-Fi Discovery• Start screen – SmartSpot

notification appears at the top of the screen

• User checks notification• Notification window shows

list of available access points

• Map of hotspots displayed

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Wi-Fi Discovery• Start screen – SmartSpot

notification appears at the top of the screen

• User checks notification• Notification window shows

list of available access points

• Map of hotspots displayed• User gets directions to the

selected hotspot

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Problem: Wi-Fi ConnectWhen asked to open separate web pages and enter user credentials, frustrated users often choose not to connect.

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Wi-Fi Connect – SOLUTIONWith NetWise SmartSpot, users gain automatic access to every authorized network in the SmartSpot database with no user interaction required – even those with no prior connection history.

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Simplifies access to carrier/partner Wi-Fi1. User moves into range of a carrier defined WISPr Wi-

Fi hotspot

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Automated WISPr Authentication

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Simplifies access to carrier/partner Wi-Fi1. User moves into range of a carrier defined WISPr Wi-

Fi hotspot2. SmartSpot automatically connects to WISPrWiFi

without user having to add hotspot via settings

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Automated WISPr Authentication

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Simplifies access to carrier/partner Wi-Fi1. User moves into range of a carrier defined WISPr Wi-

Fi hotspot2. SmartSpot automatically connects to WISPrWiFi

without user having to add hotspot via settings3. SmartSpot prompts user to enter credentials.

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Automated WISPr Authentication

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Simplifies access to carrier/partner Wi-Fi1. User moves into range of a carrier defined WISPr Wi-

Fi hotspot2. SmartSpot automatically connects to WISPrWiFi

without user having to add hotspot via settings3. SmartSpot prompts user to enter credentials. 4. User leaves Wi-Fi range and connects to mobile data

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Automated WISPr Authentication

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Simplifies access to carrier/partner Wi-Fi1. User moves into range of a carrier defined WISPr Wi-

Fi hotspot2. SmartSpot automatically connects to WISPrWiFi

without user having to add hotspot via settings3. SmartSpot prompts user to enter credentials.4. User leaves Wi-Fi range and connects to mobile data5. User moves into range of WISPr Wi-Fi hotspot and

automatically connects to Wi-Fi and Internet/data services, without user interaction

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Automated WISPr Authentication

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Problem: Poor Quality of ServiceUsers on low quality Wi-Fi networks become frustrated when having to seek better networks, manually disconnecting and reconnecting repeatedly, with no quality assurance.

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Poor Quality of Service – SOLUTIONNetWise SmartSpot continually assesses QoS of the Wi-Fi connection. If quality falls below the performance threshold, it temporarily blacklists that access point and automatically connects users to a higher quality available network.

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Wi-Fi Quality of Service - Blacklisting

1. User moves into range of a previously connected WISPr Wi-Fi hotspot

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Avoid Poor Wi-Fi Connections

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Wi-Fi Quality of Service - Blacklisting

1. User moves into range of a previously connected WISPr Wi-Fi hotspot

2. SmartSpot connects to the remembered Wi-Fi network. SmartSpot recognizes a captive portal and prompts user.

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Avoid Poor Wi-Fi Connections

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Wi-Fi Quality of Service - Blacklisting

1. User moves into range of a previously connected WISPr Wi-Fi hotspot

2. SmartSpot connects to the remembered Wi-Fi network. SmartSpot recognizes a captive portal and prompts user.

3. SmartSpot runs an Internet check and disconnects from SSID if not successful. User is reconnected to mobile data.

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Avoid Poor Wi-Fi Connections

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Wi-Fi Quality of Service - Blacklisting

1. User moves into range of a previously connected WISPr Wi-Fi hotspot

2. SmartSpot connects to the remembered Wi-Fi network. SmartSpot recognizes a captive portal and prompts user.

3. SmartSpot runs an Internet check and disconnects from SSID if not successful. User is reconnected to mobile data.

4. Hotspot is blacklisted for a period of time defined in policy

SSID: WISPrWiFi

WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

SSID: WISPrWiFi

Avoid Poor Wi-Fi Connections

NetWise® SmartSpot

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Problem: Wi-Fi Battery DrainTo avoid battery drain, users will keep their Wi-Fi radios off even when Wi-Fi networks are available, such as at home, work and other public locations.

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Wi-Fi Battery Drain – SOLUTIONTo conserve battery life, NetWise SmartSpot turns off the Wi-Fi radio when the user is out of range of Wi-Fi, or connected to a cellular network. But if an available Wi-Fi access point is in range, it can automatically turn on the Wi-Fi radio and connect.

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Optimize Wi-Fi with NetWise SmartSpot• Enhanced Wi-Fi Discovery• Auto-Authentication• Proactive Notifications• Quality of Service Assessment• Temporary Access Point

Blacklisting• Smart Radio Management

Simple, streamlined access to preferred Wi-Fi networks

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