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Old 07-30-2009, 12:45 PM   #1
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Is there wireless internet for an iPod Touch in the parks?

Just curious...I gave my DH an iPod Touch for Father's Day. I've read on these boards (somewhere) that people were able to get apps for wait time for rides, etc. Is there wireless in the parks for him to use to get this info??
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That is a great question. I have an iTouch that never seems to get wireless internet at the times I need it. My Son has an iPhone which of course uses his data plan so he can always use his cool apps. LOL In the World I do use my Blackberry with my own data plan for the Internet, but I am not so lucky with my iTouch. I am very curious if any Passporters has some secrets to share : )
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i just got an itouch and can't wait for answers to this questino. thanks for asking it.
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no, there is not. you might want to look into a service like MiFi from Verizon which would make it work. a couple of other carriers have versions too.
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Bummer!!! Oh well!!
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