Helio Hybrid wireless connectivity package
Helio, the MVNO(surfs on signals of bigger companies) serving the younger-“connected†consumer, today announced the details of their new released product; the Helio Hybrid.
The Helio Hybrid, a hybrid EVDO and WiFi service, will come with a wireless connectivity package (Hybrid Connector software, a PCMCIA EV-DO card and a Data Connect membership for 3G and Wi-Fi hot spot roaming) and combine a 3G card and a laptop’s built in Wi-Fi software to switch between a 3G network, private and free Wi-Fi signals, and a network of commercial Wi-Fi hot spots, by charging a single monthly fee for access. Helio hopes to give today’s young consumer, “access to everything they care about without the hassle of multiple subscriptions and messy loginsâ€.
The Hybrid will make it easy for members to manage wireless networks from a single, simple interface with an easy-to-understand invoice, whether connecting from a hot spot or switching to a 3G connection while on the go. Hybrid also provides a searchable hot spot directory that is available offline for members looking to plan ahead. Included software discovers and organizes available wireless connections including tens-of-thousands of free Wi-Fi hot spots worldwide, the over 55,000 commercial Wi-Fi hot spots in the Boingo Wireless network and 3G in more than 220 major U.S. markets - all at broadband speed.
This is a stand-alone service, separate from Helio’s phone options, and costs $85 a month with a two year commitment with an included Helio Hybrid card and Hybrid Connector software. Retail starts today and will be sold online as well as through Fry’s electronic locations.

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