HELIO has announced the availability of a new wireless solution for those in need of broadband access. The Helio Hybrid combines a 3G card and a laptop's built-in Wi-Fi with software that switches between a nationwide 3G network, private and free Wi-Fi signals and a network of commercial Wi-Fi hot spots.

"Helio members are always looking to stay connected to their world while they're out living life, whether on a mobile device, a laptop or both" said Sky Dayton, CEO, HELIO LLC. "By combining 3G and Wi-Fi access in a single package, we're giving them easy access to everything they care about without the hassle of multiple subscriptions and messy logins. This way Helions can text, surf, IM and do a little homework all at the same time."

The Helio Hybrid wireless connectivity package includes Hybrid Connector software, a PCMCIA EV-DO card and a Data Connect membership for 3G and Wi-Fi hot spot roaming. The provided software discovers and organizes available wireless connections including tens-of-thousands of free Wi-Fi hot spots worldwide, over 55,000 commercial Wi-Fi hot spots in the Boingo Wireless network and 3G in more than 220 major U.S. markets. Helio Hybrid also provides a searchable hot spot directory that is available offline.

"The potential for wireless connectivity is limitless, but the experience can be frustrating as you move from place to place and try to discover and connect to a hot spot or EV-DO network," said Greg Hayes, Head of Convergence, HELIO LLC. "The Helio Hybrid combines the power of Wi-Fi and EV-DO in a simple solution that fits perfectly into the mobile lifestyle of Helio members or anyone that wants to stay connected just about anywhere."

The Helio Hybrid card and Hybrid Connector software are free with a two year membership that costs $85 per month.