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Lantronix just announce the xPico and xPico WiFi modules. The WiFi module can emulate a WiFi "access point" ( AP ) which implies it can be used to connect embedded devices to tablet PCs and SmartPhones. ( they assert this also in the product description ) The module is not presently available ( August 2013 ) but will be soon... it looks very promising for several project I have in mind, but it has one serious drawback for tinkerers and experimenters... it employs a SMT connector that is absolutely tiny... much too small for ordinary hand assembly. A suitable PCB that provides the mating connector and breaks the ( 40 ) pins out to a new connector that is more convenient for experimenters would make these devices useful for people who want to employ them in personal projects.

More info here :

http://www.lantronix.com/device-network ... xpico-wifi

Info about the connector is on page 19 of the "integration guide" pdf available here :

http://www.lantronix.com/device-network ... xpico-wifi

A pdf on the connector itself is available here :

http://www.hirose.co.jp/cataloge_hp/e68440018.pdf