[mac4theblind] Re: Review of the Verizon JetPack MyFi 5510
- From: Isaac Hebert <isaac.hebert@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: mac4theblind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Mon, 8 Apr 2013 17:30:46 -0500
Sound's like the MIFi is a great devices. How much is it tois it pricy?
On 4/8/13, Scott Granados <scott@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Per request, here's a rough review of the JetPack 5510 MyFi device.
>
> First, what is it? It's a mobile hotspot that can deliver internet to up to
> 10 connected devices using WiFi and LTE wireless technology.
> Appearance wise the box ways about an ounce and is about as large as two
> boxes of big red gum stacked on top of each other. The case of the MyFi is
> oval in shape with a single USB port and a button on one side. There's also
> a removable battery cover on the bottom.
> What's in the box, 1 USB cable, one AC power adapter / charger and 1
> MyFi.
>
> Operation is silly simple. Simply press the button on the side for
> about a
> second to power up, press the same button again to power down. There's no
> sound or other indicators but unlike previous versions of this device once
> you press the power button the signal is available for use almost right
> away.
> Speeds are very good, north of 15 megabits per second in far less than
> ideal conditions. (I used it all day today from the center of a Verizon
> Complex in their lab. (AT&T's signal did not reach at all)
> Who needs this device, if you're a mobile worker, if you have a commute
> or
> you have the need for mobile data this is the device for you.
> In terms of carriers, Verizon has the most wide spread LTE deployment at
> this time. I think right now Verizon is the network to beat but in the
> interest of full disclosure they also pay me well so you may wish to take it
> with a grain of salt although if anyone is really interested I can detail
> what VZ is doing better and why.
>
> In summary, the good points are the device is fast, very light / small, very
> fast to boot and extremely simple to use. On the down side, no sounds or
> audio queues to let you know how the devie is operating. I'd give it 3 out
> of 5 stars with the bulk of the negatives being a lack of audio indicators
> although the more I use the device the less I find I need them.
>
> Enjoy
>
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