Best N97/S60v5 Applications! Day 2: Joikuspot

And we’re back… with another great N97 app! Are you ever out and about with your laptop/netbook and need an internet connection? Then Joikuspot is for you! I often use this software when on long journeys or when I am stopping over in hotels for example.

Joikuspot (by http://www.joiku.com/) basically just takes the internet connection on your S60 based smartphone and broadcasts it through the phones inbuilt wifi to nearby objects with wireless networking capabilities. There are two versions of this software available, free and paid; The premium version obviously offers added functionality over the free version but if you’re strapped for cash then Joikuspot Lite does the job just fine.

Below is a run down of the features of Joikuspot Lite;

WLAN access to internet with laptops, iPods and internet tablets
HTTP(S) protocol support
Multiple parallel connections
Pre-defined first web landing page
Supports 28 languages
My personal favourite: FREE!

And now for the difference between Lite and Premium versions;

All the JoikuSpot Light functionality
Add password protection to your created wifi network (don’t let just anyone use your net!)
Full support for all network access protocols such as POP3, SMTP, Email, Skype, YouTube, Messengers and VPNs etc
No forced default landing page
Name your access point! (Example; “AdensN97Hotspot”)

It is however advisable that you take out a unlimited data plan (or a generous one) with your courier if you don’t already have one. Using your 2/3G connection on your laptop for full desktop browsing/downloading can REALLY chew up that bandwidth which could leave you with a hefty bill if you don’t sort out a data plan beforehand.

Both the (free) lite version and premium versions of this software are available on the Ovi Store for your convenience. A trial of the premium version is also pre-installed on your Nokia N97 for you to try out and enjoy!

Let me know if you already use this/have just tried it out/are planning on using it in the near future Drop me a comment and let me know your thoughts.

Again, thanks and look out for more!

One Response to “Best N97/S60v5 Applications! Day 2: Joikuspot”

oliecox on April 21st, 2010 at 12:03 am

I have been using the lite version of this porgram for ages now and its definately he best app i’ve ever used. I have unlimited 3.5g data plan and its almost like having broadband wherever i am. youtube runs fine and streams well, online gaming takes a hit though, so a no go there. as i type this i am sitting on a train, so thought i would do some internet browsing. I feel a bit of a cheapskate still not having bought the premium version but the lite one does the job so well that there is really no point. the only difference i see in the two versions is the ability so add an encryption such as a WEP key eg. but what do you care if someone shares your connection for a train journey? you dont.

So anyway i recommend this program to everyone. Best s60 app EVER. FTR i have an e71.

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