RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC - September 8, 2008 - TapRoot Systems Inc., a leading developer of software solutions for the smartphone market, today announced that its "always-with-you" WalkingHotSpotT internet connectivity solution is available for all consumers to purchase directly from www.walkinghotspot.com. 

Initially launched earlier this year, WalkingHotSpot has been successfully tested for the last five months by thousands of beta-testers on major wireless networks. The solution simply requires a one-time quick and easy software download to a Wi-FiTenabled smartphone. This will allow users to securely retrieve e-mails, search and browse the Internet on Wi-Fi enabled devices such as laptops, MP3 players, etc., with no additional software or configuration required on the connecting device.

"The feedback from the market has been overwhelming! Our beta-testers have persistently asked when will they be able to buy the full version - which lets them have up to five devices hooked on simultaneously - so we're thrilled to now announce general availability" says Bob Bicksler, CEO of TapRoot Systems, Inc. "With WalkingHotSpot, users can feel confident they will have a reliable, secure, inexpensive and readily-available internet connection wherever and whenever they need it." Bicksler continues.
With WalkingHotSpot, wireless subscribers can forget about data cards, cables and multiple service plans to get connected because they can consolidate their connectivity subscriptions and expenses into one economical solution.

WalkingHotSpot is today available for Wi-Fi enabled smartphones using Symbian® S60 and Windows Mobile® operating systems, with support for other major operating systems coming soon.
At www.walkinghotspot.com, subscribers are offered a free seven day trial and can then purchase a monthly subscription for USD 6.99 or a special introductory yearly subscription for USD 24.99.