In the custom hardware on CDMA mobile networks brings Apple new iPhone with Verizon only one new feature, the possibility of integrating up to five devices via wireless online. This hotspot operation was previously not integrated with the iPhone by default, only the tethering of individual computers was allowed. Those interested could also of course access to a jailbreak app.
The hotspot service is in contrast to initial statements by the network operator Verizon not implemented as a separate application, but sits directly in the operating system iOS 4.2.5 that ships with the CDMA iPhone 4th In GSM / UMTS iPhones running on the other hand still iOS 4.2.1.
Now make their first speculation swirled that the hotspot operation could also find its way into the popular iPhone in Europe versions. Technically, that would be no problem. Apple marketing chief Phil Schiller said on the sidelines of the Verizon press conference, according to Ars Technica, we’ve added the feature because Verizon offer it in other devices. “They have a system and specifications for this.”
Whether AT & T, previously the exclusive iPhone distributor in America, will also hotspot, made ready, wanted to comment on Schiller. The company, which is used in Europe that uses GSM / UMTS iPhone was even, however, is “investigating” at present the new function.
Two European iPhone blog, meanwhile, want to know more. According iPhoneClub.nl and iPhone Hellas Apple will allow the hot-spot support in the upcoming IOS version 4.3 for GSM or UMTS devices. Whether this will be used by network operators, however, remains their decision.
