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Boingo Mobile Review

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Posted on 3/8/2011 16:39 EST

Travelers always want to know about the cheapest roaming data option. So we've got a hot tip for you, courtesy of PC Magazine. It's an app called Boingo that works with a variety of smartphones and Mac and PC operating systems both stateside and abroad. The monthly price is dirt-cheap, and at the moment coverage varies widely by locale. Still, you may find that Boingo is a safer bet than chancing it with free hotspots.

"Need global data service for your smartphone or PC? Roaming with most U.S. wireless carriers can cost you $15 per megabyte. So how does $8/month sound? Boingo's worldwide network of Wi-Fi hotspots can get you connected for the absolute minimum price possible -- as long as there are enough hotspots where you're going..."

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