The Rage in PDA Accessories: The Wok!

[Darius Wey]

http://www.usbwifi.orcon.net.nz/wokaxim.jpg

"Make 2.4GHz parabolic mesh dishes from cheap but sturdy Chinese cookware scoops & a USB WiFi adaptor! The largest (300mm diam) shows 15-18dB gain (enough for a LOS range extension to 3-5km), costs ~US$5 & comes with a user friendly bamboo handle that suits WLAN fieldwork - if you can handle the curious stares!"



Somehow I don't think captures the essence of mobility, and I'm sure if you whipped out this setup whilst at your local Starbucks, you'd be a target for a huge bashing. But hey, if you don't mind the bruises and are looking to enhance your PDA's Wi-Fi signal, check this out. Stan Swan has more of his "toys" on show at his website here.

[Darius Wey]

http://www.usbwifi.orcon.net.nz/wokaxim.jpg

"Make 2.4GHz parabolic mesh dishes from cheap but sturdy Chinese cookware scoops & a USB WiFi adaptor! The largest (300mm diam) shows 15-18dB gain (enough for a LOS range extension to 3-5km), costs ~US$5 & comes with a user friendly bamboo handle that suits WLAN fieldwork - if you can handle the curious stares!"



Somehow I don't think captures the essence of mobility, and I'm sure if you whipped out this setup whilst at your local Starbucks, you'd be a target for a huge bashing. But hey, if you don't mind the bruises and are looking to enhance your PDA's Wi-Fi signal, check this out. Stan Swan has more of his "toys" on show at his website here.

[Jon Westfall]

I always suspected my wok was holding out on me... I'll have to confront it later about not telling me it could be used to increase my wifi signal...

[ricksfiona]

Does it come with setup instructions? Just kidding! That's pretty cool.

[ctmagnus]

Does a wok still have to be properly seasoned when used as an antenna?

[Jonathon Watkins]

Originally Posted by ctmagnus

Does a wok still have to be properly seasoned when used as an antenna?

Well obviously it won't wok if you don't use it properly! :wink:

[UnLoGiC]

The site hosting the image seems to be under heavy load so I put up a mirror on my server:

[Darius Wey]

Originally Posted by ctmagnus

Does a wok still have to be properly seasoned when used as an antenna?

No kidding, but I wonder if woks with a layer of non-stick protection affect the amplification of the Wi-Fi signal.

Edit: I just realised this wok doubles up as a great privacy screen. Two for the price of one!