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The editors liked
Shares an EVDO highspeed connection with up to five clients
Thin and light design
Fits in your shirt pocket
Advanced router features available to the enduser.
Easy to start and use. Pocket size is great for traveling. Free GPS service integrated
Works with Google Maps and other services.
The Sprint Novatel Wireless MiFi 2200 mobile router is an excellent mobile Internet solution for a single user or a group of up to five people. Its tiny and offers instant Wi-Fi Internet access and GPS point-of-interest function anywhere theres Sprin...
Easy setup
Small
Slick design
Good performance
Works with any portable Wi-Fi device
Ultraportable. Good battery life. Share your connection with multiple devices. Flexible rate plans for both heavy and light users.
Policy mandated that we give ours back
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How We Rate
1/10A complete failure in every way
2/10Sad
Really
3/10Serious flaws
Proceed with caution
4/10Downsides outweigh upsides
5/10Recommended with reservations
6/10Solid with
Easy to set up
Easy to use
Supports five machines
Tiny
Connects five devices to the Internet
As fast as cheap DSL.
Slim
Sleek and portable. Super-fast Wi-Fi Internet access. Interesting pricing options. ...
Compact size
Easy to use controls
Wireless connectivity for any device from just about anywhere.
Simple to use and configure
Solid 1 mbps 3G performance to a laptop
Solid 1 Mbps 3G performance to a laptop
Very easy to use
Small and portable
Decent speeds usually
The editors didn't like
None.
Runs hot. Battery drains quickly when multiple Wi-Fi devices connect. No 3G connectivity when charging.
The Sprint Novatel Wireless MiFi 2200 mobile has a few shortcomings
Including support for only five clients at a time
The lack of support for the Wireless-N standard
And a limited and expensive data plan.
Limited range
Gets very warm
3G network speeds can vary widely. Initial tethered setup is a bit unclear. Can't charge battery and transmit WiFi simultaneously.
Four hours of battery life is fine — six would be awesome. Wired policy mandated that we give ours back
Broadband network not very broad in rural areas
As fast as cheap DSL
Turns on accidentally
Requires expensive service plan.
Battery life was a bit short
We wish it could last all day. $60 per month plan might be prohibitive for consumers. ...
No easy way to get a good indication of signal strength without a computer.
Only 3G in the face of the onrushing 4G behemoths
Annoying performance limitations with lower-power Wi-Fi devices like tablets and handhelds
The Sprint Novatel Wireless MiFi 2200 mobile router is an excellent mobile Internet solution for a single user or a group of up to five people. Its tiny and offers instant Wi-Fi Internet access and GPS point-of-interest function anywhere theres Sprin...
The Sprint Novatel Wireless MiFi 2200 mobile has a few shortcomings, including support for only five clients at a time, the lack of support for the Wireless-N standard, and a limited and expensive data plan.
If you can afford the service plan and stay within the required data limits, the Sprint Novatel Wireless MiFi 2200 mobile router is a great way to access the Internet on the go. Price range: $99.99 check prices
Easy to start and use. Pocket size is great for traveling. Free GPS service integrated, works with Google Maps and other services.
Runs hot. Battery drains quickly when multiple Wi-Fi devices connect. No 3G connectivity when charging.
This is one of the most versatile mobile hotspots on the market today, if you dont mind being locked into a Sprint-only service plan and the short time on the battery....
Abstract: Video Review: In an age where your cell phone is quickly becoming your link to the Internet, Chris Hardwick gives us the Novatel MiFi 2200 Mobile Hotspot hub that can create a Wi-Fi network anywhere you want. ...
Abstract: Email us at mossbergsolution@wsj.com. Find this and other columns and videos online free at the All Things Digital Web site: http://solution.allthingsd.com Published on June 9, 2009 Print Share 3 Comments Tagged: Internet, Katherine Boehret, The Mossb...
Abstract: In this product review, Im going to show off the hottest gadget from Verizon Wireless this summer. In fact, the Verizon MiFi 2200 is so hot - that it is currently one of the hottest gadgets from any mobile operator at the moment.The MiFi is an "intell...
Abstract: A simple Wi-Fi solution is a real boon to anyone with a computer. An easy mobile networking solution is a similar winner. However, a hassle-free, easy mobile hotspot not only takes the cake, but it drinks all the coffee too. Now Sprint joins Verizon in...
Slim, sleek and portable. Super-fast Wi-Fi Internet access. Interesting pricing options. ...
Battery life was a bit short, we wish it could last all day. $60 per month plan might be prohibitive for consumers. ...
The Novatel Wireless MiFi 2200 is one of those rare devices that comes along and truly wows us. While we were impressed with its slick design and ease of use, it was the wireless performance that truly impressed us, and raw speed is the most importan...
Abstract: Verizon MiFi 2200 reviewby Chris Ziegler, posted May 13th 2009 at 12:01PM Weve been following Novatels MiFi with bated breath since its December announcement, and the totally pocketable 3G / WiFi router has finally graced a US carrier. Though itll u...
Abstract: Short version: We’ve loved the MiFi mobile router since we first laid eyes on it back at CES. After a few days of playing with the Verizon MiFi 2200, we still love it just as much – but with one hangup: the nasty monthly bill. After a trivial hiccup w...
