Google is giving smartphone owners yet another reason to consider a Nexus as their next device. This week finds Google rolling out Wi-Fi Assistant technology to Nexus phones running Android 5.1 or later.
Once deployed, these smartphone users will be able to better leverage hotspots for data instead of relying on a cellular connection. Moreover, it could ultimately lead to lower monthly bills for some.
Previously exclusive to Google’s Project Fi service, Wi-Fi Assistant automatically and securely connects phones to free public Wi-Fi hotspots. This is different from your traditional connecting to Wi-Fi in that it is also encrypted upon connection.
Users don’t have to worry about finding and signing on; Google does the legwork in the background. According to Google, this brings about access to more than one million hotspots.
Wi-Fi Assistant is coming to all Nexus users in the United States, Canada, Mexico, UK and Nordic countries over the next few weeks. Among the devices eligible for the feature are the Nexus 4, 5, 6, 5x, and 6P smartphones. The Nexus 7, 9, and 10 tablets can also leverage the tools, too
I have Project Fi and Love this feature. I really think that everyone will Love it as much as I do. I have a Nexus 6 with project fi and just love the coverage and the speed is amazing as well. I will not trade the experience in for any other provider.
Same here.
Yup. I am glad I switched. Its transparent and easy compared to any other providers
Are they going to turn on this feature automatically or is there going to be a software update
I can’t wait 2 trade in my phone 4 the 6P… Google is my new favorite company 😀
I suggest you wait for the new Nexuses (nexii)? They should be out soon
I have had Project Fi for a few months now and have NEVER seen my phone finding and logging into one of their hotspots automatically. How often do people actually see their phones connect to these hotspots instead of staying on a mobile network?
I think it really depends some on where you’re located. In Miami and Orlando, it would auto connect me a lot. When I was back in North Carolina for a bit, it didn’t as often. Now I’m up in Bloomington, Indiana and have it connect quite a bit.