"We wanted to provide the best possible Wi-Fi experience to our smart device customers that use Windows Mobile, Windows laptop, iPhones and MacBooks, and that included simple, seamless connectivity to hotspots," said Naoto Komatsu, General Manager of Technology Division, Wi2. "We chose Devicescape as a partner to deliver an Easy Wi-Fi application. Now our customers can enjoy one-click connectivity to our more than 6,700 Wi-Fi hotspots."

Wi2 is the latest service provider to take advantage of Devicescape's "Locked Easy Wi-Fi" program, which customizes the Easy Wi-Fi client application for a service provider's own network footprint and brand. The locked Easy Wi-Fi application automates access to the network and roaming partners of Wi2, providing a hassle-free experience for Wi2's customers.

"Devicescape is committed to delivering easy and secure access to Wi-Fi networks around the world. By partnering with leading service providers such as Wi2, we simplify access to hotspots all over Japan, including major airports, train stations, restaurants, cafes, hotels and municipal centers such as Tokyo's Marunouchi district," said Eric Gold, vice president of sales at Devicescape .

Devicescape can create locked Easy Wi-Fi applications quickly for most smartphone and PC platforms, including Symbian S60, Windows and Apple iPhone OS. The applications can be branded to meet the needs of the service provider and distributed to end users through embedding it in devices or online thorough Web sites and App Stores.