Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[IRL: Verizon Jetpack MiFi 4620, iHome iC50 and Epson's EH-TW9000 3D projector]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/13/irl-verizon-jetpack-mifi-iHome-ic50-Epson-EH-TW9000/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/13/irl-verizon-jetpack-mifi-iHome-ic50-Epson-EH-TW9000/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/13/irl-verizon-jetpack-mifi-iHome-ic50-Epson-EH-TW9000/#comments Welcome to IRL, an ongoing feature where we talk about the gadgets, apps and toys we're using in real life and take a second look at products that already got the formal review treatment.

Just call this week's column the something borrowed edition. Rather than do a formal review -- the sort of cookie-cutter project that can be over and done with in a week, frankly -- we asked three staffers to not just test new products, but to live with them. For starters, our very own jet-setting Darren Murph used Verizon Wireless' new Jetpack MiFi 4620L to get work done on the go, while our new editor Jon Fingas traded in his Sony clock radio for an iHome dock that promised to play nice with his non-Apple device. Rounding things out, Sharif took a $4,000 3D projector for a weeks-long spin because, well, why not?

Continue reading IRL: Verizon Jetpack MiFi 4620, iHome iC50 and Epson's EH-TW9000 3D projector

IRL: Verizon Jetpack MiFi 4620, iHome iC50 and Epson's EH-TW9000 3D projector originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 13 May 2012 10:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3D projector3dProjector4620Darren McFaddenDarrenMcfaddenEH-TW9000engadgetirlEpsonEpson EH-TW9000EpsonEh-tw9000iC50iHomeiHome iC50IhomeIc50IRLJetpack MiFi 4620JetpackMifi4620Jon FingasJonFingasLTEMiFiMiFi 4620Mifi4620projectorprojectorsSharif SakrSharifSakrVerizonVerizon Jetpack MiFi 4620Verizon WirelessVerizonJetpackMifi4620VerizonWirelessSun, 13 May 2012 10:54:00 EST<![CDATA[Xcom Global opens international MiFi rental / service center in New York City]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/07/xcom-global-opens-international-mifi-rental-service-center-nyc/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/07/xcom-global-opens-international-mifi-rental-service-center-nyc/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/07/xcom-global-opens-international-mifi-rental-service-center-nyc/#comments xcom mifi rental service centerServing jetsetters at LAX just wasn't enough for Xcom Global. Engadget's personal favorite when it comes to snagging international data before leaving the States is now opening up shop in the Big Apple -- a wise move for increasing its presence in a market where loads of humans are doing business in nations other than the United States. Xcom's calling its new venue a "satellite customer service center," enabling flyers to swing by before they depart JFK (or LGA, we guess) and pick up a global MiFi. Rather than being positioned within an airport, this one's located near Grand Central Station at the offices of Amnet New York on Madison Avenue, and in case you've forgotten, $12.95 per day (and up) can snag you a wireless data device capable of connecting in some 195 countries. Oh, and you can return the device to the same store or via your carrier of choice. Still trying to wrap your head around it? Have a look at our review.

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Xcom Global opens international MiFi rental / service center in New York City originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 May 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>airportGrand Central StationGrandCentralStationjfkmifimifi rentalMifiRentalmobile broadbandmobile internetMobileBroadbandMobileInternetmobilepostcrossnew yorknew york cityNewYorkNewYorkCitynovatelnycrentalwireless internetWirelessInternetxcomXcom GlobalXcomGlobalMon, 07 May 2012 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon gets new prepaid plans, adds Jetpack hotspot to contract-free lineup]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/30/verizon-gets-new-prepaid-plans-adds-jetpack-hotspot-to-contract/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/30/verizon-gets-new-prepaid-plans-adds-jetpack-hotspot-to-contract/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/30/verizon-gets-new-prepaid-plans-adds-jetpack-hotspot-to-contract/#comments Verizon Gets new prepaid plans

And just like that Verizon has revamped its prepaid pricing structure. Starting tomorrow, May 1st, the carrier will be offering unlimited talk and text packaged with 1GB of data for $80 a month. The new offering will be available first with the Samsung Illusion, a disappointingly 3G handset, though, one that wont demand a two year commitment to Big Red. Verizon is also adding the Jetpack MiFi 4510L LTE mobile hotspot to its contract-free offerings for $130. Prepaid plans for the 4G wireless hotspot start at $15 for 250 MB a week, but quickly climb to $60 and $90 for 3GB and 10GB, respectively. For more info check out the PR after the break.

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Verizon gets new prepaid plans, adds Jetpack hotspot to contract-free lineup originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidcontract freeContractFreeillusionjetpackltemifiMiFi 4510LMifi4510lmobile hotspotMobileHotspotmobilepostcrossprepaidsamsung illusionSamsungIllusionverizonMon, 30 Apr 2012 14:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon confirms Jetpack MiFi 4620L will be available April 12th for $50 on-contract]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/28/verizon-confirms-jetpack-mifi-4620l-will-be-available-april-12th/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/28/verizon-confirms-jetpack-mifi-4620l-will-be-available-april-12th/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/28/verizon-confirms-jetpack-mifi-4620l-will-be-available-april-12th/#comments It's taken considerably longer to roll out than the few weeks that were promised back at CES in January, but Verizon has now confirmed that the Novatel-built, LTE-capable Jetpack MiFi 4620L will be available on April 12th for $49.99. That's on the usual two-year contract, of course, and after a $50 mail-in rebate. In addition to supporting up to ten WiFi connection, it also notably has a removable battery that can be swapped out for a higher capacity 3000mAh unit (double the capacity of the included the one). Look for it at Verizon stores and Verizon's website initially, with a roll out to Best Buy locations following shortly thereafter.

Update: We've received word that the Jetpack has begun arriving at reseller locations, and if you ask nicely you might just be able to take one home early.

Verizon confirms Jetpack MiFi 4620L will be available April 12th for $50 on-contract originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4620L4g4g lte4gLtejetpackjetpack 4620LJetpack4620lltemifimobilepostcrossnovatelverizonvzwWed, 28 Mar 2012 20:23:00 EST<![CDATA[FreedomPop rumored to introduce iPhone case with free WiMAX service]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/21/freedompop-rumor-iphone-case-with-free-wimax/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/21/freedompop-rumor-iphone-case-with-free-wimax/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/21/freedompop-rumor-iphone-case-with-free-wimax/#comments FreedomPop rumored to introduce iPhone case with free WiMAX serviceLending a bit of credence to the notion that it'll have life beyond LightSquared, an insider at FreedomPop is now suggesting that it'll debut a case for the iPhone 4 / 4S that features a WiMAX radio, hotspot capabilities and delivers a free (albeit, limited) data service. This rumored accessory would complement the company's two previously known devices, which include a USB dongle and a dedicated hotspot. For those unfamiliar, FreedomPop aims to take on a role similar to NetZero -- it's said the company will offer each customer 1GB of free data per month, where each megabyte consumed beyond that limit will cost one penny. That's not to suggest that everything is free, however: the insider also states that customers will need to front a $100 deposit for this alleged case, although that money can be retrieved at any point, so long as the product is returned in good condition. Naturally, the utility of FreedomPop's service will be sorely limited if it's only available via WiMAX networks, but we've got a hunch that a few iPod Touch owners might find it quite useful in their attempt to skirt the carriers.

FreedomPop rumored to introduce iPhone case with free WiMAX service originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4gapplefreefreedompophotspotiosiphone 4iphone 4sIphone4Iphone4sipod touchIpodTouchmifimobilepostcrosswifiwimaxWed, 21 Mar 2012 04:55:00 EST<![CDATA[Option XYFI is 'world's smallest' personal hotspot -- we go hands-on!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/29/option-xyfi-is-worlds-smallest-personal-hotspot-we-go-hand/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/29/option-xyfi-is-worlds-smallest-personal-hotspot-we-go-hand/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/29/option-xyfi-is-worlds-smallest-personal-hotspot-we-go-hand/#comments
Option's XYFI (pronounced ex-WiFi) was announced earlier this week with little fanfare but piqued our interest with its claim to being the world's smallest personal hotspot. We had an opportunity to look and discuss it at a quiet table at MWC today, a nice change from a showy booth. Option has been out of the data connectivity game in any significant way -- for what seems like forever -- in a segment it once led with some 70% of market share. The XYFI is indeed small and at first glance looks like a simple USB modem and not an access point that can support up to 8 people's roaming internet needs via WiFi or 3G connectivity. The USB plug swivels open in switchblade-style -- we found that little button somehow so soothing -- and then pops into your desktop for a quick 4-step setup. As you've likely sussed, the XYFI doesn't have a battery of its own but rather relies on a beautiful 4000mAh xpal adapter the Option device plugs into -- and once connected we're told you can expect about 8 hours of battery life. Option's other accessories for the XYFI include a plug for the car and AC adapter. We'll admit that Option has a steep hill to climb in the mobile hotspot world, but we're sold already. Pricing should be sub $100 for the XYFI alone and we'll be back with details on the accessories and launch date as soon as can. Gallery of this really sharp looking device follows.

Gallery: Option XYFI is 'world's smallest' personal hotspot -- we go hands-on!

Option XYFI is 'world's smallest' personal hotspot -- we go hands-on! originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>hands-onhotspotmifimobilepostcrossmobilepostminimwcmwc 2012Mwc2012optionoption xyfiOptionXyfiusbwifixyfiWed, 29 Feb 2012 10:29:00 EST<![CDATA[Sierra Wireless introduces 76x range of AirCard 4G Mobile Hotspots]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-aircard--hotspots/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-aircard--hotspots/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-aircard--hotspots/#comments http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-range-of-aircard-4g-mobile-hotspo/Sierra Wireless just announced a new 76xS range of AirCard mobile hotspots. Thanks to expanded frequency band support (LTE 1800/2100/2600 MHz, HSPA+ 850/900/2100 MHz and 800/900/2100), the new cards will be compatible with more international markets, and are set to launch in the US, Australia, Asia and Europe over the coming months. There's support for up to ten WiFi devices, and a 2,000 mAh battery -- which Sierra claims brings a 30 percent boost in life -- upgradeable to an even juicier 3,600 mAh option via an additional accessory purchase. The user interface also got a revamp, with an extra button to improve navigation and more information on the device itself, meaning less need to access the web interface. Availability will depend on carrier networks, but is expected to be in the next few months. In the meantime, hit the PR after the break if you want to know more.

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Sierra Wireless introduces 76x range of AirCard 4G Mobile Hotspots originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Feb 2012 06:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We just got hands-on with one of Verizon's JetPacks, the Novatel MiFi 4620L. At about the same size and thickness as previous endeavors, the quad-band 4G LTE unit boasts a gimmicky OLED display that apparently makes interfacing with the unit easier. We weren't convinced, but we did like its removable 1500mAh battery, which can be swapped for a more potent (but not included) 3000mAh unit. Its final party trick is the ability to relay location coordinates over WiFi to up to 10 devices (like say a tablet) that support GPS streaming. We couldn't get the Novatel rep on hand to confirm pricing or availability, but we got the sense this little guy will ship soon.

Gallery: Hands-on with Novatel's Jetpack MiFi 4620L

Continue reading Hands-on with Verizon Novatel MiFi 4620L Jetpack (video)

Hands-on with Verizon Novatel MiFi 4620L Jetpack (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Verizon Wireless is releasing a pair of worldwide mobile hotspots from ZTE and Novatel Wireless, both called the Jetpack. Not confusing at all, eh? At any rate, the Novatel-sourced MiFi 4620L is the larger of the two (3.76- x 2.36- x 0.53-inches; shown after the break), supporting quad-band EDGE and HSPA technology. It's capable of sharing 4G LTE and 3G with up to ten WiFi-enabled devices, and it also touts an OLED display that allows customers to scroll through menu options, check security settings, view battery life and manage connected devices at any given time. Customers in the US can expect download rates between 5Mbps and 12Mbps when located in an LTE zone, and the "global" aspect allows 'em to enjoy wireless data service in more than 205 countries, including more than 125 with 3G speeds (for a princely sum, naturally). Over on the ZTE side, the cube-styled EuFi890 (3.49- x 3.49- x 0.70-inches; pictured after the break) also offers an OLED display, and there's an interactive keypad to help manage connections and settings and to display data usage alerts. Regrettably, we've no pricing details to share, but the new LTE duo should hit VZW stores "in the coming weeks."

Continue reading Verizon introduces two Jetpack 'global ready' 4G LTE mobile hotspots

Verizon introduces two Jetpack 'global ready' 4G LTE mobile hotspots originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3g4620L4g4g lte4gLteCESCES 2012Ces2012EuFi890global readyGlobalReadyhotspotjetpacklteMiFiMobile HotspotMobileHotspotmobilepostcrossnovatelVerizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelesswwanzteMon, 09 Jan 2012 14:21:00 EST<![CDATA[Xcom Global revolutionizes global data: one MiFi to serve 195 countries]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/xcom-global-revolutionizes-global-data-one-mifi-to-serve-195-co/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/xcom-global-revolutionizes-global-data-one-mifi-to-serve-195-co/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/xcom-global-revolutionizes-global-data-one-mifi-to-serve-195-co/#comments Chances are you'll see a metric ton of new gizmos surfacing at CES next week, and if we're lucky, two or three of them will be bona fide game changers. Lucky for you, Xcom Global is serving one up ahead of the mayhem, with a single WWAN device that enables you to suck down 3G data in nearly every country on the planet. If you'll recall, the outfit's Euro SIM took a giant step in the right direction by providing universal 3G data coverage to jetsetters who passed through some 40 nations in Europe, but true globetrotters need something even more advanced. And frankly, even those who are only hitting three or four nations in a swing will surely appreciate the ability to carry just a single USB stick or MiFi hotspot versus a handful of 'em. Xcom's deeming it the Global Travel Plan, and thanks to its partnership with iPhoneTrip, the outfit is adding support for some 130 nations, bringing the grand total to 195. Better still, users will be able to enjoy unlimited surfing in any of those places, all for just $12.95 per day.

For those unaware, Xcom's service -- which we reviewed back in 2010 -- works a bit like this. If you're in the US, you hit its website and select your travel dates as well as the nations you're planning to travel through. If you select the Global Travel Plan, you'll get a single device shipped to you before you depart. It'll serve up data from local 3G networks in the countries you travel through, and once you're home, you pop the device back into a prepaid envelope and carry on. Yeah, you could argue that scrounging up a local SIM in every place you go is more affordable, but the ease of use here can't be overlooked. We'll be giving the new plan a go in some of the world's most far-out locales in the coming weeks, so be sure to keep an eye out for our results. Till then, hit the source link for a PDF of every supported nation as of January 2012.

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Xcom Global revolutionizes global data: one MiFi to serve 195 countries originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3gcoveragedataeuro simeuropeEuroSimexpansiongame changergame changinggamechangerGameChangingglobalhotspotinternationalinternational roamingInternationalRoaminginternetmifimifi rentalMifiRentalmobile datamobile hotspotMobileDataMobileHotspotoverseasrentalroamingsimwirelessXcom GlobalXcomGlobalTue, 03 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[IRL: Verizon SCH-LC11 LTE hotspot, Sennheiser CXC 700 headphones and the Xperia Arc]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/17/irl-verizon-sch-lc11-lte-hotspot-sennheiser-cxc-700-headphones/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/17/irl-verizon-sch-lc11-lte-hotspot-sennheiser-cxc-700-headphones/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/17/irl-verizon-sch-lc11-lte-hotspot-sennheiser-cxc-700-headphones/#commentsWelcome to IRL, an ongoing feature where we talk about the gadgets, apps and toys we're using in real life and take a second look at products that already got the formal review treatment.

It's that time of the week, where we take a pause from blitzkrieg hands-on opps and pick apart the gadgets we've been using long-term. This time around, Joe tries Sennheiser's CXC 700 headphones, Mat defends the original Xperia Arc and Darren breaks down the pitfalls of trying to get work done with a temperamental VZW hotspot. Because when it comes to getting a consistent LTE signal across the US, what could possibly go wrong?

Continue reading IRL: Verizon SCH-LC11 LTE hotspot, Sennheiser CXC 700 headphones and the Xperia Arc

IRL: Verizon SCH-LC11 LTE hotspot, Sennheiser CXC 700 headphones and the Xperia Arc originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cxc 700Cxc700darren murphDarrenMurphengadgetIRLIRLJoe PollicinoJoePollicinoLTEMat SmithMatSmithmifimobile hotspotMobileHotspotSCH-LC11sennasennheisersennheiser cxc 700SennheiserCxc700sony ericssonsony ericsson xperia arcSonyEricssonSonyEricssonXperiaArcVerizon SCH-LC11verizon wirelessVerizonSch-lc11VerizonWirelessvzwXperia ArcXperiaArcThu, 17 Nov 2011 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Qualcomm gobs off about Gobi 4000: the buy once, use anywhere mobile chipset]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/qualcomm-gobs-off-about-gobi-4000-the-buy-once-use-anywhere-mo/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/qualcomm-gobs-off-about-gobi-4000-the-buy-once-use-anywhere-mo/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/qualcomm-gobs-off-about-gobi-4000-the-buy-once-use-anywhere-mo/#comments Qualcomm is polishing the chrome on a new Gobi chipset with the power to connect to every wireless connection imaginable. The 4000 series comes in LTE/HSPA+ or LTE/EV-DO variants for customers to use when they've been evicted from Starbucks. The chipset's compatible with CDMA2000, 1xEV-DO Rev A and B, HSPA+, Dual-Carrier HSPA+ and LTE. You'll find the kit tucked inside forthcoming Dell and Lenovo laptops as well as inside Novatel Wireless and Sierra Wireless' mobile hotspots. The hardware is built to play nicely with Qualcomm's Snapdragon gear, Windows and Android in all its many flavors. If you're interested in learning more about what'll probably power your next portable internet device, jog on down past the break to find a press release stuffed full of model numbers.

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Qualcomm gobs off about Gobi 4000: the buy once, use anywhere mobile chipset originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3G4GAndroidBusinessCDMA2000DellEV-DOEV-DO Rev AEV-DO Rev BEv-doRevAEv-doRevBEvolution-Data OptimizedGobiGobi 4000Gobi DesertGobi4000HSPAHSPA+Lenovo Group LtdMiFiMobile computingmobilepostcrossNetworkingNovatel WirelessQualcommQualcomm GobiQualcomm Gobi 4000QualcommGobiQualcommGobi4000Sci/TechSierra WirelessSnapdragonWindowsWirelessTue, 15 Nov 2011 17:38:00 EST<![CDATA[Novatel celebrates sale of 3 millionth MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with an intelligent rager]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/01/novatel-celebrates-sale-of-3-millionth-mifi-intelligent-mobile-h/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/01/novatel-celebrates-sale-of-3-millionth-mifi-intelligent-mobile-h/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/01/novatel-celebrates-sale-of-3-millionth-mifi-intelligent-mobile-h/#comments
Today marks a momentous occasion for Novatel Wireless, because shipments of its MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot have now surpassed the 3 million mark. The company confirmed the milestone in an announcement yesterday, and took a moment to look back on how far their router has come since it was first introduced in 2009. Since then, Novatel has launched its family of MiFi devices with 25 operators across the world and is looking to build upon its record. For now, though, just grab a bottle of bubbly and join the PR party, after the break.

Continue reading Novatel celebrates sale of 3 millionth MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with an intelligent rager

Novatel celebrates sale of 3 millionth MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with an intelligent rager originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3 million3Millioncelebrationconnectivityhotspotmifimifi intelligent mobile hotspotMifiIntelligentMobileHotspotmilestoneminipostmobile hotspotMobileHotspotNovatelnovatel wirelessNovatelWirelessoperatorroutershipmentTue, 01 Nov 2011 07:28:00 EST<![CDATA[ZTE Sprint International Mobile Hotspot does CDMA in US, GSM abroad]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/09/zte-sprint-international-mobile-hotspot-does-cdma-in-us-gsm-abr/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/09/zte-sprint-international-mobile-hotspot-does-cdma-in-us-gsm-abr/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/09/zte-sprint-international-mobile-hotspot-does-cdma-in-us-gsm-abr/#commentsWe love mobile wireless hotspots, and we especially love when they work internationally -- which until today, has left Sprint's CDMA/WiMAX devices out of the mix. This latest variant gives some love to the world traveling crowd, however, with domestic support for EVDO Rev A, and international support for GSM/GRPS/EDGE as well as WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA. There's no word on what you'll expect to pay for your data abroad, but Sprint does include an "unlocked SIM" in the box, along with international power adapters. A built-in display indicates battery life and connectivity, so you know when the device is ready to beam the web to up to five WiFi devices on CDMA, or a single device while roaming on GSM. Available now, the hotspot will run you $50 after a $50 rebate and with a two-year contract, provides a range of up to 130 feet, and can pump out a wireless signal for up to four hours (sadly WiMAX is not supported). Jump past the break for the lowdown from Sprint.

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ZTE Sprint International Mobile Hotspot does CDMA in US, GSM abroad originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cdmaconnectivityhotspotinternationalinternational dataInternationalDatainternetmifimobile broadbandmobile hotspotMobileBroadbandMobileHotspotnetworkingsprintSprint International Mobile HotspotSprintInternationalMobileHotspotwifiztezte hotspotZteHotspotFri, 09 Sep 2011 12:22:00 EST<![CDATA[Iridium AxcessPoint turns your satellite phone into a mobile hotspot]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/07/iridium-axcesspoint-turns-your-satellite-phone-into-a-mobile-hot/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/07/iridium-axcesspoint-turns-your-satellite-phone-into-a-mobile-hot/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/07/iridium-axcesspoint-turns-your-satellite-phone-into-a-mobile-hot/#commentsIridium AxcessPointHello there traveler. Have you discovered that you sorely miss being connected to the internet while wandering the desert or adrift at sea? Sure, you could buy a satellite modem, but after dropping a cool grand on a satellite phone you're probably not looking to break the bank just to check your e-mail. Iridium's new AxcessPoint may be just what you're looking for. Sure, the $200 asking price for this deck-of-cards-sized device isn't exactly chump change, but it's far cheaper than other solutions. Simply plug it into a compatible Iridium phone and you've got an instant mobile hotspot. Yes, the speeds are going to be of the sub-dialup variety and you'll have to fork over $1 for every minute of data used, but it's a small price to pay for being able to check your latest Groupon offers while floating in the middle of the Sargasso Sea. Check out the PR after the break.

Continue reading Iridium AxcessPoint turns your satellite phone into a mobile hotspot

Iridium AxcessPoint turns your satellite phone into a mobile hotspot originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Xcom Global opens LAX service center, the jetset get data without borders

Xcom Global opens LAX service center, the jetset get data without borders originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Sep 2011 16:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>broadbandinternetLAXLAX airportLaxAirportlos angelesLosAngelesmifimifi rentalMifiRentalmobile broadbandmobile internetMobileBroadbandMobileInternetpricepricingroamingwwanXcom GlobalXcomGlobalThu, 01 Sep 2011 16:46:00 EST<![CDATA[Three announces UK's first 21Mbps HSDPA+ hotspot for September arrival]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/21/three-announces-uks-first-21mbps-hsdpa-hotspot-for-september-a/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/21/three-announces-uks-first-21mbps-hsdpa-hotspot-for-september-a/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/21/three-announces-uks-first-21mbps-hsdpa-hotspot-for-september-a/#comments Live in the UK and have a burning desire for faster internet while on the run? Excellent, because Three is taking an important step forward with the announcement of its new Huawei E586 MiFi. It's a mobile hotspot that supports 21.1Mbps HSDPA -- a first for the British market -- and is designed to complement the network's current upgrade of its equally brisk HSPA+ network. The device is slated for a September arrival and features a charging cradle that's designed to keep you in business beyond the stated 4.5 hour battery life. Additionally, an OLED screen on the hotspot's face displays information such as your data usage, current connection speed and password. Pricing hasn't been announced for the little one, but if we've piqued your curiosity, just follow the break for the full PR.

Continue reading Three announces UK's first 21Mbps HSDPA+ hotspot for September arrival

Three announces UK's first 21Mbps HSDPA+ hotspot for September arrival originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>21mbpscat 14Cat14e586englandhotspothotspotshuaweihuawei e586HuaweiE586mifimobile hotspotMobileHotspotmobilepostcrossmobilepostminithreethree ukThreeUkukSun, 21 Aug 2011 00:43:00 EST<![CDATA[Xcom Global's Euro SIM solves your European data conundrum: $13 per day, works in 40 countries]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/01/xcom-globals-euro-sim-solves-your-european-data-conundrum-13/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/01/xcom-globals-euro-sim-solves-your-european-data-conundrum-13/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/01/xcom-globals-euro-sim-solves-your-european-data-conundrum-13/#comments Say it with us: Hallelujah! It's a problem that BMW European Delivery owners (not to mention gap-year backpackers and generic business travelers) have had for eons, and while the EU seems to have the whole "one currency" thing under control, the lack of a "one data plan" has continued to break the backs of connected travelers. No more. Xcom Global -- the company that revolutionized the art of staying connected abroad -- has just done the same thing for those planning their next Eurotrip. The newly-launched Euro SIM enables US-based jetsetters to rent a single device that'll provide unlimited data access in a staggering 40 nations across the pond. Everywhere from Iceland to San Marino is covered, including 20 extra countries that weren't covered even last week. Folks can pick up a MiFi for $14.95 per day (and yeah, that covers all 40 countries!) or a USB WWAN model for $12.95 a day, and if you happen to scoot over to a locale in Europe that isn't covered, you'll still be able to get online at a cost of one cent per KB. Hit the source link to find out more, and ping your best friend's travel agent to set those long-backburnered plans in motion.

Continue reading Xcom Global's Euro SIM solves your European data conundrum: $13 per day, works in 40 countries

Xcom Global's Euro SIM solves your European data conundrum: $13 per day, works in 40 countries originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 01 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3gcoveragedataeuro simeuropeEuroSimexpansionhotspotinternationalinternational roamingInternationalRoaminginternetmifimifi rentalMifiRentalmobile datamobile hotspotMobileDataMobileHotspotoverseasrentalroamingsimwwanxcomXcom GlobalXcomGlobalMon, 01 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Virgin Mobile announces new Broadband2Go plan, doles out 500MB for $20]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/18/virgin-mobile-announces-new-broadband2go-plan-doles-out-500mb-f/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/18/virgin-mobile-announces-new-broadband2go-plan-doles-out-500mb-f/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/18/virgin-mobile-announces-new-broadband2go-plan-doles-out-500mb-f/#commentsHaving an exclusive plan all to yourself deserves bragging rights -- just ask Virgin Mobile's ZTE Peel. When introduced last month, the Peel came with a brand-new monthly option that offered 500MB of data for $20, earning the envy of its broadband brethren. Starting today, Virgin Mobile is changing course to offer this plan on the network's other Broadband2Go devices, the Ovation MC 760 USB and MiFi 2200. What's a bit puzzling here is that this new plan will be simultaneously offered next to Walmart's deal -- which doubles the capacity to 1GB for the same monthly fee. Confused? Us too. Anyway, if you're still interested, look for the new plan to go live at 10 AM ET.

Virgin Mobile announces new Broadband2Go plan, doles out 500MB for $20 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 May 2011 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Comcast launches Xfinity 3G / 4G MiFi for $25

Comcast launches Xfinity 3G / 4G MiFi for $25 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 06 May 2011 18:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3g4gcomcastinternet 2goInternet2gomifimifi 4082Mifi4082mobile hotspotMobileHotspotnovatelnovatel mifi 4082NovatelMifi4082wifiwifi hotspotWifiHotspotwireless routerWirelessRouterxfinityxfinity 2goxfinity internet 2goXfinity2goXfinityInternet2goFri, 06 May 2011 18:11:00 EST<![CDATA[Xcom Global's international MiFi rentals getting cheaper, Eurotrips making a comeback]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/29/xcom-globals-international-mifi-rentals-getting-cheaper-eurotr/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/29/xcom-globals-international-mifi-rentals-getting-cheaper-eurotr/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/29/xcom-globals-international-mifi-rentals-getting-cheaper-eurotr/#comments No sense in beating around the proverbial bush -- we're huge fans of Xcom Global's business model, and frankly, we're saddened that every single nation in the world isn't yet included in its list of supported countries. For those hearing the name for the first time, you'll be doing yourself a solid by catching up with our review of the service, which enables jetsetters to rent MiFis or USB WWAN devices for international destinations before taking off. The end result is an always-on data connection for a reasonable fee (read: no roaming), and it looks as if those fees are about to shrink in the coming months.

The company has informed us that it'll be previewing "membership pricing" starting next month, giving consumers the ability to pick up a MiFi for $14.95 per day or a USB WWAN dongle for $12.95 per day. The real story, however, is this: second MiFis for two-country itineraries will no longer incur an additional fee, and if you're setting out on a bona fide Eurotrip, every MiFi beyond that will ring up as a flat $30 fee regardless of trip length. We're told that the pricing scheme will be fully revealed in June, and that it's a permanent endeavor as opposed to a trial run. Membership itself will also be free, and while we're still holding out hope that Xcom can nail down a global MiFi solution, these pricing tweaks will certainly make it easy to nation-hop while across the pond.

Xcom Global's international MiFi rentals getting cheaper, Eurotrips making a comeback originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Apr 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T's MiFi 2372 gets DLNA update, streams media even without 3G connectivity originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 22 Apr 2011 02:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attdlnamedia streamingMediaStreamingmi-fimicrosdmifimifi 2372Mifi2372mobile hotspotMobileHotspotnovatelportable hotspotPortableHotspotsoftware updateSoftwareUpdatestreamingupdatewireless routerWirelessRouterFri, 22 Apr 2011 02:52:00 EST<![CDATA[ZTE Peel 3200 joins Virgin Mobile's broadband bargain bin]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/21/zte-peel-3200-joins-virgin-mobiles-broadband-bargain-bin/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/21/zte-peel-3200-joins-virgin-mobiles-broadband-bargain-bin/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/21/zte-peel-3200-joins-virgin-mobiles-broadband-bargain-bin/#comments If you own an iPod Touch, you know that finding a wifi hotspot in the outside world is more precious than gold. How much would it be worth to have such a treasure with you all of the time? Virgin Mobile thinks it's worth $100, the cost of the quietly-launched ZTE Peel 3200. If the name sounds familiar, that's because Sprint has been offering the 3G mobile-hotspot-in-a-case since November. The only difference between the two -- aside from the logos -- is the number that follows the dollar sign. Compared to Sprint's $80 offering, Virgin's model tragically demands a larger share of your wallet than its twin brother, and only offers one prepaid plan of 500 MB per month for $20. That's not too shabby if you're a casual user looking for a bargain, but it certainly isn't ideal for those of us data guzzlers who voraciously download every Engadget podcast. And we almost forgot the important part: the Peel will only fit on second and third-gen iPod Touch models, so take a quick glance at your device to make sure it's compatible before you click that "buy now" button.

[Thanks, Eli]

ZTE Peel 3200 joins Virgin Mobile's broadband bargain bin originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3gapplehotspotinternetipodipod touchIpodTouchmifimobilemobile hotspotMobileHotspotpeelprepaidsprintvirginvirgin mobileVirginMobilewifi hotspotWifiHotspotzteThu, 21 Apr 2011 10:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon brings out LTE-riding MiFi 4510L, asks for $100 on a two-year contract or $270 without]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/18/verizon-bring-outs-lte-riding-mifi-4510l-asks-for-100-on-a-two/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/18/verizon-bring-outs-lte-riding-mifi-4510l-asks-for-100-on-a-two/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/18/verizon-bring-outs-lte-riding-mifi-4510l-asks-for-100-on-a-two/#comments We saw this little guy back at CES in January and then last month heard it wouldn't be long before it started retailing around the good old US of A. That day has now come, with Verizon officially kicking off sales of its first LTE MiFi device, the 4510L. It's not cheap, at $100 on contract (with a $175 ETF, to boot) or $270 when bought by its lonesome. Still, if you can afford it, this Novatel-produced gadget will turn the nearest Verizon airwaves (4G or 3G, it can handle both) into familiar 802.11b, g or n WiFi signals, which your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or LAN rig can then gobble up with gay abandon. It's capable of serving as a mobile hotspot for up to five devices at a time, and promised LTE speeds range between 5Mbps and 12Mbps on the downlink and 2Mbps to 5Mbps when uploading. Check out the press release after the break or the source link to get your own.

P.S. -- Verizon has also tweeted a promise that it'll be launching LTE service in "a mess of new cities and towns" on Thursday.

Continue reading Verizon brings out LTE-riding MiFi 4510L, asks for $100 on a two-year contract or $270 without

Verizon brings out LTE-riding MiFi 4510L, asks for $100 on a two-year contract or $270 without originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, well. Android Central got a hold of a leaked document revealing that T-Mobile's 4G Mobile Hotspot, the first of its kind for the carrier, is slated to go on sale April 13th. We're inclined to believe it, since T-Mo just confirmed that the LG G2x, also named in the doc, will indeed go on sale April 15th. Alas, if you've been waiting for more info about the pricey, Honeycomb-powered T-Mobile LG G-Slate, you can keep holding your breath: all we know is that it's coming "soon."

T-Mobile's 4G Mobile Hotspot going on sale April 13? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This one's been floating around since way back in December, but Novatel's new 3G / 4G MiFi is now finally available from Sprint -- albeit only via direct ship, Sprint retail channels will get it on April 17th. It will run you $79.99 on a two-year contract, and comes packing Novatel's rather novel MiFi OS, which is actually a stripped-down version of Linux that lets you take advantage of various widgets and applications. It's also GPS enabled, and has a microSD card slot that allows for up to 32GB of shared storage. Full press release is after the break, and you can check out a few early reviews of the device at the more coverage links below.

Continue reading Sprint launches Novatel MiFi 3G / 4G mobile hotspot

Sprint launches Novatel MiFi 3G / 4G mobile hotspot originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Apr 2011 17:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3g4gmifimifi osMifiOsmobile hotspotMobileHotspotnovatelnovatel mifiNovatelMifisprintWed, 06 Apr 2011 17:37:00 EST<![CDATA[Novatel's 2372 MiFi gets DLNA certified, can serve up some beats with those bytes]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/23/novatels-2372-mifi-gets-dlna-certified-can-serve-up-some-beats/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/23/novatels-2372-mifi-gets-dlna-certified-can-serve-up-some-beats/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/23/novatels-2372-mifi-gets-dlna-certified-can-serve-up-some-beats/#commentsNovatel's 2372 MiFi gets DLNA certified, can serve up some beats with those bytes The humble MiFi from Novatel has, in various guises for myriad carriers, saved our bacon on repeated occasions at press events, feeding up sweet connectivity when 3G USB modems were few or ineffective. Now it can make that bacon sizzle, too, receiving DLNA certification and becoming a little media streamer. Content loaded to the MiFi's microSD card will now be served up to any compatible media player, receiver, or computer, which includes watching movies on iPads and Xboxes and PS3's. Oh, my! It remains to be seen whether existing 2372s will be upgradeable to support DLNA or whether it'll be new devices only, but the company has said that AT&T will be the first carrier to offer the service. So, there's something to look forward to, T-Mobile subscribers.

Continue reading Novatel's 2372 MiFi gets DLNA certified, can serve up some beats with those bytes

Novatel's 2372 MiFi gets DLNA certified, can serve up some beats with those bytes originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We haven't heard much about these since Verizon first showed them off way back at CES, but Phone Arena is reporting that a launch of Samsung and Novatel's new LTE mobile hotspots is now finally "imminent." That includes Novatel's USB551L LTE dongle in addition to the 4510L MiFi, both of which will be Mac-compatible out of the box (unlike Verizon's first pair of LTE modems), although that functionality has yet to be confirmed for Samsung's SCH-L11 hotspot. Still no word on pricing for any of them either, but Phone Arena says all three will be receiving a $50 rebate, so a price in line with Verizon's current, similarly-discounted $99 modems seems likely.

[Thanks, Valentin]

Samsung, Novatel LTE mobile hotspots said to be hitting Verizon any day now originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 21 Mar 2011 03:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4510L4gltelte modemLteModemmifimobile hotspotMobileHotspotSCH-L11USB551LverizonMon, 21 Mar 2011 03:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon offers unlimited LTE data plan for HTC Thunderbolt, don't expect it to stick around]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/15/verizon-offers-unlimited-lte-data-plan-for-htc-thunderbolt-don/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/15/verizon-offers-unlimited-lte-data-plan-for-htc-thunderbolt-don/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/15/verizon-offers-unlimited-lte-data-plan-for-htc-thunderbolt-don/#comments Verizon execs have been clear as crystal that unlimited smartphone data will follow the dodo -- perhaps as soon as summer of this year -- but in the meanwhile you can drink your fill of the best as the HTC Thunderbolt will launch this Thursday with an unlimited LTE data plan. While we've no guarantees how long it will last, or whether you can grandfather the $30 monthly option into bigger and better devices down the road, it does open up a whole new avenue of opportunity for the Thunderbolt. Considering that Verizon's 4G USB modems top out at 10GB of LTE data for $80 a month, the HTC handset just became the most powerful, affordable MiFi you could possibly own. Assuming battery life is decent, of course. Find the full PR below.

Continue reading Verizon offers unlimited LTE data plan for HTC Thunderbolt, don't expect it to stick around

Verizon offers unlimited LTE data plan for HTC Thunderbolt, don't expect it to stick around originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4G4G LTE4gLtedatadata plandata plansDataPlanDataPlansLTEMiFitethertetheringunlimitedunlimited dataUnlimitedDataVerizonVerizon WirelessVerizonWirelessVZWTue, 15 Mar 2011 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T adding $35 3GB plan, cutting 5GB plan to $50 for LaptopConnect devices]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/13/atandt-adding-35-3gb-plan-cutting-5gb-plan-to-50-for-laptopconn/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/13/atandt-adding-35-3gb-plan-cutting-5gb-plan-to-50-for-laptopconn/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/13/atandt-adding-35-3gb-plan-cutting-5gb-plan-to-50-for-laptopconn/#comments We're still mourning the untimely death of unlimited data, but the good news is that carriers are still playing with plan pricing to figure out what the market will bear -- and in at least some cases, it's for the cheaper. AT&T's on the verge of revising its 5GB LaptopConnect plan (the type of plan you use on USB modems and MiFis) down from $60 to $50 per month with overage now $10 per 1GB rather than $0.05 per MB previously -- $50 per GB. Additionally, the old 200MB plan for $35 is being replaced with a "promotional" 3GB plan at the same price (also with $10 per 1GB overage), though no expiration date has been put in place just yet. The changes dovetail conveniently with the recent tethering / mobile hotspot boost to 4GB, and might even suggest a boost in AT&T's confidence over its network as it starts upgrading to HSPA+ nationwide.

[Thanks, Amg]

AT&T adding $35 3GB plan, cutting 5GB plan to $50 for LaptopConnect devices originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 13 Feb 2011 12:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3gb5gbattbroadbandconnectdata planDataPlanlaptopconnectmifiplan pricingPlanPricingpricingrumorSun, 13 Feb 2011 12:27:00 EST<![CDATA[T-Mobile's upcoming HSPA+ WWAN offerings get leaked, comical codenames revealed]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/04/t-mobiles-upcoming-hspa-wwan-offerings-get-leaked-comical-cod/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/04/t-mobiles-upcoming-hspa-wwan-offerings-get-leaked-comical-cod/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/04/t-mobiles-upcoming-hspa-wwan-offerings-get-leaked-comical-cod/#comments It's been a hot minute since the folks at T-Mobile have introduced a new USB WWAN modem, but if the document above is to be believed, that could be changing in short order. As the Jet ages, it looks like a few others -- codenamed Kitty Hawk, Washington and Wayne -- could be swooping in to take things from here. The former is rumored to hit shelves in March, offering HSPA+ speeds of 21Mbps and the ability to solve most of the world's problems. As for Washington? That'll be T-Mob's first USB modem to offer HSPA+ speeds approaching 42Mbps, and if all goes well, this guy will also splash down next month. Moving on, there's a pair of Waynes that'll serve as the carrier's first mobile hotspots, enabling five WiFi-enabled devices to mooch off of a 21Mbps (Lil' Wayne) or 42Mbps (Big Wayne) connection. Here's hoping T-Mobile does the smart thing and sticks with the codenames -- the marketing exec in us just knows it's the right thing to do.

T-Mobile's upcoming HSPA+ WWAN offerings get leaked, comical codenames revealed originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 04 Feb 2011 18:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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4G at CES 2011: AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile make big moves originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Novatel Wireless just keeps pumping out the MiFis, and this year's CES offerings didn't disappoint with both a WiMAX and an LTE version on offer. So first up is the Sprint WiMAX version of the MiFi that replaces the previous MiFi 2200 with a tenfold increase in speed -- of course there is an asterisk next to that figure -- an external electronic ink display for signal strength, battery, and number of connected devices, and the balance of the features pretty much jibe with what we've already seen in the past. Verizon's 4510L LTE MiFi -- the faster and larger of the two -- packs the same e-ink display tech, LTE download speeds between 5 and 12 Mbps, and upload rates from 2 to 5 Mbps. No mention of battery life on either of these capable little toys, but if we had to guess we'd recommend you drag along a charger wherever your roaming may take you.

Gallery: Novatel Wireless 4G Mifi LTE and WiMAX hands-on

Novatel Wireless 4G MiFi LTE and WiMAX hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4510Lhands-onltemifiNovatelnovatel wirelessNovatelWirelesssprintverizonvideoWiMAXSat, 08 Jan 2011 13:04:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon's 4G LTE line: Samsung and Novatel MiFi, 4G Galaxy Tab, netbooks (hands-on)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/06/verizons-4g-lte-line-samsung-and-novatel-mifi-4g-galaxy-tab/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/06/verizons-4g-lte-line-samsung-and-novatel-mifi-4g-galaxy-tab/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/06/verizons-4g-lte-line-samsung-and-novatel-mifi-4g-galaxy-tab/#comments The LG Revolution, HTC Thunderbolt and Samsung's SCH-i520 were the obvious stars of Verizon's 4G LTE presser today, but a truckload of lesser devices are sure to delight end users when they ship later in the year. 4G mobile hotspots were on hand from both Novatel Wireless and Samsung (with the former working on both 3G and 4G networks), as were a pair of netbooks from HP and the LTE-enabled (and Hummingbird-powered) Galaxy Tab. The MiFi devices were decidedly thicker than our existing MiFi 2200 (shown left, above), but it's a price we'd be willing to pay for the ability to surf on both of VZW's networks. Gallery's below for those seeking a closer look, and you should expect the whole lot to hit your local VZW store between March and July.

Myriam Joire contributed to this report.

Gallery: Verizon's 4G LTE line: Samsung and Novatel MiFi, 4G Galaxy Tab, netbooks (hands-on)

Verizon's 4G LTE line: Samsung and Novatel MiFi, 4G Galaxy Tab, netbooks (hands-on) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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On a related note, we've learned that the Overdrive -- Sprint's first 3G / 4G mobile hotspot -- has been discontinued, so the MiFi will be your only option by the time it launches next month. Considering the Overdrive was plagued from the start by high run temperatures and long boot times, we'd say that's a good thing: when we turned the MiFi on, it finished booting within about 15 seconds and stayed cool to the touch, though we'd need to punish it for a few hours before making a call on whether it'll actually burn our pockets with regular use. Stay tuned for a full review as soon as we can score a unit!

Gallery: Sprint 3G / 4G MiFi hands-on

Sprint 3G / 4G MiFi hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 It's been leaked all over the place, but Sprint has just confirmed its second EVO: the EVO Shift 4G. The big new addition is obviously the slide-out keyboard, but otherwise, while specs are solid, there's nothing as revolutionary as the original EVO. The Shift has a 3.6-inch 800 x 480 LCD, Android 2.2 (with HTC Sense), and the same great 800MHz Qualcomm MSM7630 processor that's in the G2 and myTouch 4G. Naturally there's WiMAX 4g, in addition to EVDO Rev A., and HTC hopes to keep those radios alive with a 1500mAh battery. There's a 5 megapixel camera around back, capable of 720p video, but oddly no front-facing camera -- something we assumed was part of the definition of EVO. The phone will be available on the 9th for $150.

Meanwhile, Novatel Wireless is cooking up its own WiMAX goodness, putting 3G and 4G in a brand new MiFi device, the MiFi 3G / 4G Mobile Hotspot. It includes a display for tracking status of the device, unlike Novatel's 3G MiFis, claims 4 hours of active use and 60 hours of standby, and can share storage from its microSD slot with connected devices. It should be out on February 27th for $50 with a two-year contract.

Gallery: Sprint trots out HTC EVO Shift 4G

Continue reading Sprint trots out HTC EVO Shift 4G and new 3G / 4G MiFi from Novatel

Sprint trots out HTC EVO Shift 4G and new 3G / 4G MiFi from Novatel originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Jan 2011 09:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4gbreaking newsBreakingNewscesces 2011ces2011evoevo shiftevo shift 4gEvoShiftEvoShift4ghtcmifinovatelnovatel wirelessNovatelWirelesssprintwimaxTue, 04 Jan 2011 09:27:00 EST<![CDATA[Sprint's 3G / 4G MiFi 4082 revealed?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/30/sprints-3g-4g-mifi-4082-revealed/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/30/sprints-3g-4g-mifi-4082-revealed/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/30/sprints-3g-4g-mifi-4082-revealed/#comments Wasn't long ago that we found hard evidence of a WiMAX-capable MiFi from Novatel in the FCC -- and now, we might have the first press shot of it. Of course, press shots are always prettier than the actual devices, but even if you beat this image with the ugly stick for a minute or two, we're pretty sure it'd still be a good deal more handsome than the first-gen 3G MiFi that Sprint, Verizon, and others are using currently. No word on when this might launch, but with FCC certification under its belt, it's plausible that we'll see it next week at CES -- probably without the tipster's own professionally-Photoshopped status light below the battery indicator, we'd bet.

[Thanks, r0fl]

Sprint's 3G / 4G MiFi 4082 revealed? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Dec 2010 12:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4ghotspotmifimifi 4082Mifi4082mobile hotspotMobileHotspotnovatelnovatel wirelessNovatelWirelessrumorsprintwimaxThu, 30 Dec 2010 12:19:00 EST<![CDATA[T-Mobile finally getting in on the mobile 3G (or 4G) router craze next March?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/20/t-mobile-finally-getting-in-on-the-mobile-3g-or-4g-router-craz/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/20/t-mobile-finally-getting-in-on-the-mobile-3g-or-4g-router-craz/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/20/t-mobile-finally-getting-in-on-the-mobile-3g-or-4g-router-craz/#comments Sprint, Verizon, and AT&T have all deployed MiFis (and MiFi equivalents) at this point, leaving T-Mobile as the sole US national carrier to do without a dedicated mobile router -- some sort of device you can throw in your pocket and turn on for those occasions when you need to turn a cellular data signal into a nice little pocket of WiFi. Looks like that's finally changing, though, with TmoNews leaking some shots suggesting that a device codenamed "Lil Wayne" -- yes, Lil Wayne -- will be introduced in March of next year, offering full 21Mbps HSPA+ speeds, followed by a second model in the second quarter of the year. The move makes a whole lot of sense for T-Mobile now that they're offering WiFi tethering on select phone models... and really, shouldn't we be using that shiny, new "4G" network in as many data-intensive ways as possible, anyway?

T-Mobile finally getting in on the mobile 3G (or 4G) router craze next March? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>hspalil wayneLilWaynemifimobile routerMobileRouterrouterrumort-mobileMon, 20 Dec 2010 22:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Best Buy offering free mobile hotspots with iPad purchase]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/19/best-buy-offering-free-mobile-hotspots-with-ipad-purchase/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/19/best-buy-offering-free-mobile-hotspots-with-ipad-purchase/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/19/best-buy-offering-free-mobile-hotspots-with-ipad-purchase/#comments Planning to pay Verizon an extra $130 for an iPad + MiFi 2200 bundle? Hold on a sec, because Best Buy's planning to give away hotspots free of charge when you purchase Apple's tablet. This advertisement, obtained by 9to5 Mac, does mention that you'll need to shackle yourself to a carrier for two years to qualify -- unlike Verizon's original arrangement -- but in exchange you get a free Verizon FiveSpot, AT&T MiFi, or perhaps most excitingly, a WiMax-capable Sprint Overdrive. Fine print in the lower-right hand corner suggests that the promo will begin immediately and run through January 2nd. What better way to spend your leftover Hanukkah gelt than on gigabytes of wireless data?

Best Buy offering free mobile hotspots with iPad purchase originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 19 Dec 2010 23:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ATTBest BuyBestBuyfivespotfreefree on contractFreeOnContractmifimobile hotspotMobileHotspotoverdriveportable hotspotPortableHotspotSprintSprint OverdriveSprintOverdriveVerizonverizon fivespotverizon wirelessVerizonFivespotVerizonWirelessvzwwifiwimaxSun, 19 Dec 2010 23:02:00 EST<![CDATA[Novatel's MiFi 4082 is the WiMAX-capable hotspot the Overdrive has been dreading]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/14/novatels-mifi-4082-is-the-wimax-capable-hotspot-the-overdrive-h/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/14/novatels-mifi-4082-is-the-wimax-capable-hotspot-the-overdrive-h/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/14/novatels-mifi-4082-is-the-wimax-capable-hotspot-the-overdrive-h/#comments Sprint's Overdrive from Sierra Wireless has been handling the WiMAX mobile hotspot duties on Sprint for most of this year, but it's been walking that road alone. Novatel, which took the mobile hotspot concept mainstream with its venerable MiFi line -- has been absent from the 4G race so far... but it looks like that's about to change. We just witnessed a so-called MiFi 4082 earn an FCC filing a few minutes ago, offering both CDMA / EV-DO and WiMAX in a single package, presumably prepping for a launch on Sprint to either replace or supplement the Overdrive. Considering the Overdrive's size, stability, and boot time, another entrant would be more than welcome -- and if Novatel can stuff all these radios into a package no larger or heavier than the original MiFi, we'll submit that they probably have a winner on their hands. Stay tuned for an announcement on this one -- CES, perhaps?

Novatel's MiFi 4082 is the WiMAX-capable hotspot the Overdrive has been dreading originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 14 Dec 2010 14:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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