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Manufacturer: Novatel Wireless Inc. Part number: MiFi2200
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- If you can afford the required service plans and keep within the required data limits, the Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot is an excellent product for mobile Internet access.
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CNET editors' review
Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot price range: $249.99
- Reviewed by: Dong Ngo
- Reviewed on: 06/11/2009
The good: The Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot offers a great mobile broadband solution for individuals or a small group of people. It's tiny, easy to use, and offers instant Internet access virtually anywhere in the U.S.
The bad: The Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot supports up to five Wi-Fi devices only at a time and its wireless LAN throughput speed and range could be faster. It comes with expensive and limited data plans.
The bottom line: If you can afford the required service plans and keep within the required data limits, the Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot is an excellent product for mobile Internet access.
User reviews
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No such "free trial" like they try to sell
by countofashfield on May 5, 2010
Pros: the device works but it matters little when it is such a ripoff
Cons: you get charged big time for the "free trial". My experience; 6 hrs use(virtually no videos) and I ran out of 250MB, charge: $33.60. I returned it within two days of the three day free trial, doesn't matter. Ripoff.
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I love this product!
by crzywmn84 on March 23, 2010
Pros: Faster than I thought it would be and it connected with both my laptop and itouch with no problem. Even though the data plan is a little high, it is cheaper than other options that I had checked into.
Cons: Not sure how long it will take to use up 5g.
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Works great, love the product
by kingjj1978 on March 2, 2010
Pros: Small and portable, can hook up to the internet everywhere I get cell phone service. Have 3 things hooked up to the internet off this one piece of equipment!
Cons: It usually takes 2 or 3 attempts to log on, but once logged on you are good to go!
Summary: I have 2 lap tops and the Wii running internet from this 1 device, we chose to cancel our satelite to save money so we watch several tv shows through ...
Summary: I have 2 lap tops and the Wii running internet from this 1 device, we chose to cancel our satelite to save money so we watch several tv shows through the computer on the TV vis HDMI, the mifi connection gives us no problems streaming this or music. Excellent product!
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I expected more...
by filmdad on February 28, 2010
Pros: Compact size, multiple device support
Cons: Coverage, and speed
Summary: The size is great and the most immediate thing that attracted me. It doesn't take any extra space to carry with my laptop. My office and staff are moving ...
Summary: The size is great and the most immediate thing that attracted me. It doesn't take any extra space to carry with my laptop. My office and staff are moving most of the week and this product seemed to be a great solution. On the surface it has everything: size, wireless, multiple users. For the most part it delivers.
The downside is the coverage and speed are not good. We might be expecting to much. With one user speed is acceptable, with two there is a noticeable slowing. Downloading video or media, forget it. The speed is completely gone. We quickly tested this in four regions that we know we are in weekly, two in an urban environment and two in the suburbs, all in areas for good cell coverage. The urban connection speeds were again acceptable, the suburban were not good at all. We are going to return this product and keep looking.
If your not traveling as much as we do it might do better, we didn't think we were asking too much.
On a different note, the setup took several calls to tech support. The unit comes with software installed that will download on your machine when plugged in. Turns out for our Mac the software pre-installed was advertised as connect and go. Not true, must go to verizon.com and download an earlier version of their VZA manager. The exact same was true for our machines running Windows 7. -
Be sure before you buy
by msegroves on December 20, 2009
Pros: Portable access
Cons: Verizon's Customer Service
Summary: I saw David Pogue's recommendation of the Verizon MiFi on CBS Sunday Morning today and read his earlier review of this device. Based on that earlier review, several weeks ...
Summary: I saw David Pogue's recommendation of the Verizon MiFi on CBS Sunday Morning today and read his earlier review of this device. Based on that earlier review, several weeks ago I decided to give it a try. I was also encouraged by Verizon's 30 Satisfaction Guarantee:
"Take advantage of our 30-day Satisfaction Guarantee.+
We stand behind our service. If you're not completely satisfied, you can return your device and cancel service within 30 days of activation and pay no early termination fee."
I purchased a MiFi at a local Verizon store, took it home and decided that it did not meet my needs, specifically, that the 5GB per month data limit would end up being too expensive when Verizon started adding in overage charges. Seven days later I returned the device, never having taken it out of the box or logged into the account online.
A month later I received a bill in the amount of $51.92. I took it to the same retail location where I purchased the modem and was told that if I waited another month it would probably be taken care, that the billing cycle just hadn't caught up.
Another month went by and I received another bill for $51.92. This time I called Customer Service and was told that the bill was real and was a prorated bill for the amount of time that the account was active even though I had never used the device. The logic was that I had the ability to use the service, even though I hadn't, therefore I should pay for the time. Even if I agreed with this logic (which I don't) I find that prorating a base monthly service price of $59.95 to $52.95 for one week's service to be pretty steep.2 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Verizon MiFi
by sertasheep on October 15, 2009
Pros: Works with MAC laptop and a Microsoft XP SP3 desktop. Maintains connection in our Catskill mountain home during storms.
Cons: Doesn't work with Vista desktop.
Summary: Satellite internet connection would fail during storms. The MiFi has not failed once during any storms this summer.
Verizon tech support not able to provide any remedy to the situation ...Summary: Satellite internet connection would fail during storms. The MiFi has not failed once during any storms this summer.
Verizon tech support not able to provide any remedy to the situation with the Vista OS. The same is true of Microsoft support. Beware if your OS is Vista. -
Does exactly what it says
by fondy on August 7, 2009
Pros: Small and portable. Reliable.
Cons: 5 GB limit. Service cost. Indicator LEDs. USB Jack.
Summary: I bought this as an alternative to the declining quality of AT&T's iPhone data service in the western half of Virginia. Data speeds are fast and coverage ...
Summary: I bought this as an alternative to the declining quality of AT&T's iPhone data service in the western half of Virginia. Data speeds are fast and coverage area seems to be pretty large with the Verizon MiFi. Basically it does everything it says, which is a surprise these days.
One small disappointment just discovered. I only seem to be able to charge the MiFi via the included AC adapter. The MiFi uses a USB micro connector but whenever I connect a standard USB micro cable between the MiFi and any other USB power source, it just sits there doing nothing. I thought the problem might be related to the included charger providing 1 amp of current (double the requirement of the USB port specs), but it won't even charge when connected to the 1 amp charger that came with my iPhone 3G.
There are a few drawbacks. You have to install Verizon's software on your PC to get it running. Also to my knowledge, the only way to check how much data you have used is by physically connecting the MiFi to the PC and opening the software.
Another issue is that the power and status lights blink and/or change color to tell you the status or power levels and it takes some time to memorize them. There also doesn't seem to be a way to ensure the device isn't working when it is charging.
All in all it's a great device, just keep a close eye on your usage. Using nothing but the iPhone, I somehow managed to rack up 163 MB in the first 27 hours.
Updated on Sep 21, 2009
Updated on Oct 13, 2009Corrections: You can also monitor data usage by logging into your account on VZW's website.
The MiFi won't shut off while charging, but can be set to go into standby after a specified time by logging into the admin page via your web browser (wi-fi mode only). Battery level and signal strength can be checked there too.
Someone on the Verizon forums discovered that the reason MiFi won't charge using generic home/car chargers is due to the 3V supplied across the two data wires. A 'charge-only' cable can be made by cutting the data wires (not the red or black) on a USB micro cable and soldering them together at the MiFi end. This will allow you to charge the MiFi using any power source with a standard USB port.
Biggest con is battery life. You can buy a spare, but the only way to charge it is to install it in the MiFi (which reduces portability). If they made a desktop charger with spare battery bay, I'd buy one in a heartbeat. A MiFi app for the iPhone would also be sweet! -
An Instant WiFi Hotspot...An Instant Hit!
by Charles_Prague on July 31, 2009
Pros: Unnecessary to install carrier software. Works with any WiFi enabled device. Give instant access for up to 5 friends or devices. Pretty good speed. This baby takes coolness to a whole new level. You will never be envious of you friend's iPhone again.
Cons: No battery indicator. Takes a little time to "find" the network. Easy to leave in a restaurant. Crippled distance (no antenna option)
Summary: What on earth can be cooler than a slab of black plastic (or silver if you have the Sprint or ATT version). It's got no display, no microphone or ...
Summary: What on earth can be cooler than a slab of black plastic (or silver if you have the Sprint or ATT version). It's got no display, no microphone or speaker, no memory, no apparent input or output...and yet it is a 3G modem, browsable router (with full encryption options), WiFi hotspot, w/self contained power. Geez? Just as a VOIP SIP is an instant phone company, this baby makes It's owner a walking ISP. Novatel got it right on its very first release. And no service cost premium over the USB and PC card devices, it discounts to $0 (with a 2 year contract of course). Again, I say: What could be cooler than that?!
Questions? Ask me...
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Sprint MiFi -- constant disconnection
by pretenderkc on July 8, 2009
Pros: nice concept but it doesn't work
Cons: constant disconnection ;; 4 hours battery advetisement but only gets about 2.5 hours for use with one device
Summary: Sprint and Verizon have the exact same unit.
just different color.
they both work on the same kind of technology...CDMA network.
great concept but Sprint MiFi 2200 kept disconnect ...Summary: Sprint and Verizon have the exact same unit.
just different color.
they both work on the same kind of technology...CDMA network.
great concept but Sprint MiFi 2200 kept disconnect from Sprint network. no problem connecting between XP or Vista laptop. i got disconnection and thus have no access to the web after a few minutes of connection. the longest connection i got is about 15 minutes. the only way to get connection again is to turn off the MiFi and turn it back on. talked with Sprint tech support. they troubleshoot to be a bad unit. after searching the web, found out that other MiFi users having the same problem. so, i'm not sure if it's actually a bad unit or just a bad product out in the market before they finished testing it. will return this one and get another one. if the 2nd unit is still having problem, time to throw in the towel. -
Easy to use, portable, fast
by fosme63 on July 2, 2009
Pros: Fast, easy to use, portable, works while charging, can use on computer not equiped to detect wifi using included usb cable, works well in fringe areas
Cons: data cap of 5GB with verizon, monthly fee $59, wish device stayed charged longer
Summary: I purchased this device because I cannot get DSL where I live and I couldn't find one person using Hughes net to recommend it. I live in a fringe ...
Summary: I purchased this device because I cannot get DSL where I live and I couldn't find one person using Hughes net to recommend it. I live in a fringe area for Verizon and have ATT cell phone but ATT doesn't have 3G in my area. Verizon gives you a trial period (get details) so I tried it. Even though I only get one signal bar the MiFi works great....my family just uses internet for facebook and some games so I can't say how it works for watching movies etc. Short videos play without buffering. I don't know how much you could watch with data cap. Took on 2 day van trip and device worked great in van and I used to look up points of interest in towns we visited. Battery ran down the same time laptop did so it was ok. I have not hooked up more that one device at a time. I recommend.
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