Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

re: Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

ccb95x — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 21:06:23 GMT

I love the Wifi - I am only concerned about the security. Can't you get a major security provider to sponsor the connection itself - it sure would lend a lot of reassurance.

re: Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

ccb95x — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 21:06:19 GMT

I love the Wifi - I am only concerned about the security. Can't you get a major security provider to sponsor the connection itself - it sure would lend a lot of reassurance.

re: Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

rob215 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:42:00 GMT

I agree with previous posters that free wifi was one of THE BEST decisions Starbucks has made in a while. I used to go to a number of other places that had free wifi and every time I did, Starbucks missed out on a purchase. I haven't seen a problem with people hanging out all day, even though some would say I am one of those people. Seriously, why would I want to sit in my office when I can do all of my work in a much nicer atmosphere? Most of the time, I'm not actually using the wifi, I'm just working. If it gets too crowded, I leave and let someone else have my spot. Since my Starbucks started offering free wifi, I end up making 2 or 3 separate purchases before I leave, instead of one.

re: Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

JesseS — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:53:40 GMT

On the surface this looks like a good thing for all but most of the Starbucks in my area have been cutting back on staff and downsizing the lobbies in favor of increasing drive thru business. Today I went to 3 Starbucks looking for a seat in the lobby where I can work.

Finally got tired of driving around, I am typing this from Scooters!

re: Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

Kevin S — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:57:52 GMT

Thanks all for your support – we are as excited as you are. It is nice to see positive comments re: Wi-Fi on here! The response to free Wi-Fi has been overwhelmingly positive, but please let me know if you are experiencing any issues. Thanks.

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CafeAficionado — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 21:16:28 GMT

Much appreciated!

Starbucks can readily manage the inconcenience of people hanging out forEVER and clogging the store, as it is readily easy to limit the log-in time used to X minutes. As an example, Qwest allowed their customers to use Starbucks Wi-Fi (AT&T Wireless, actually) for a limited time (1 hour, as I recall). Starbucks can maintain the benefit of free Wi-Fi and discourage people moving in and using their store as a Home Office by limiting Wi-Fi use to a reasonable amount of time.

re: Free, One-click Wi-Fi is Here!

FrappucinoGirl — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:29:46 GMT

Nice job! Thanks for making this happen! Keep up the good work! :)