Is It A Pre-Paid Mifi ? Do you Have to continously keep paying The mi fi bill in order for it to work ? If So, How Much ?
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Yes, it is a pay as you go process just like any service offered by one of the major carriers. I have a monthly plan with ATT. The cost is dependent on the carrier, their data plans and your needs.
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It isn't a prepaid. I was given a phone number for the MiFi from AT&T; and a monthly bill. I loved the ability to get on the internet anywhere. The bill ran me $36.00 per month for 3Gb
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Since I only needed this phone on a temporary basis I used Verizon's pre-paid service but it still worked fine. I didn't have a number that I had to keep but I do know that if you already have an active number and are trying to either switch phone services or are simply switching phones that the company representative you are speaking with will ask you if you would like to keep your old phone number or switch to another available one. I don't think this phone comes with a charger, so just make sure you have one that will work with this phone before you get it because I don't think it comes charged... Good luck and hope these comments help! Since I only needed this phone on a temporary basis I used Verizon's pre-paid service but it still worked fine. I didn't have a number that I had to keep but I do know that if you already have an active number and are trying to either switch phone services or are simply switching phones that the company representative you are speaking with will ask you if you would like to keep your old phone number or switch to another available one. I don't think this phone comes with a charger, so just make sure you have one that will work with this phone before you get it because I don't think it comes... » Read More Since I only needed this phone on a temporary basis I used Verizon's pre-paid service but it still worked fine. I didn't have a number that I had to keep but I do know that if you already have an active number and are trying to either switch phone services or are simply switching phones that the company representative you are speaking with will ask you if you would like to keep your old phone number or switch to another available one. I don't think this phone comes with a charger, so just make sure you have one that will work with this phone before you get it because I don't think it comes charged... Good luck and hope these comments help! « Show Less
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Mine didn't work at all without the SIM card in my area and $70 a month... Not what I was looking to do... I sent it to thrift store.
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The device connects via a WPS button, so your MiFi would need to have one. Never tried it, but assume that would work. A more basic question for you though is why you would need an extender, since the MiFi itself is so portable. Unless you're needing to extend signal into an area that gets no AT&T; reception, might not find buying this very useful. All the best
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This mifi is ran through a verizon phone bill. If you have a verizon account than it will work. It can connect up to five different devices at one time. Since you have aa&t; I would suggest looking at their options for wifi.
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I just got it and activated it no problemo; it works fine with my existing verizon contract; problem is verizon is a big pain in the arse for expense vs what you get
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Well, if you already checked out that you are aimed at the best and closest cell tower, then I would check the devices. I think I'd check the MiFi first. The other day I was in the Verizon store and some people complained about their unit not working when they started their road trip. The clerk looked at it and said you need updating. She pushed a few buttons on the MiFi and then they were good to go. I always thought they updated automatically.
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Initially it locked up as well but that was due to my Sim card was on a monthly pay as you go. Now that I'm on a continuous plan it is working flawlessly. Hope this helps.
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The device cones with an AT&T sim pre-installed that is specifically configured to work with the device. I believe the company has a pre-paid option if that helps.
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Yes. I pay $50/month no conyract through AT and y'know. For me its worth it, because I spend a lot of time deep in the Rockies. Most of my calls get made over WiFi since my phone carrier(not AT& y'know) never has signal. I love the speed, signal and all.
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It had a built in antenna. I have one myself And I love it. Not obligated to sign up for a two yr contract or anything . I travel a lot and I almost always have a great 4G signal. At times I only get a 3G signal from the built in antenna that this device has. I have never lost signal and I have never went below a 3G signal no matter where I have went with my Verizon wireless MiFi. And it DOES NOT have an input for an antenna. I hope this answers your question, the only plug it has anywhere on the device is for the charger... And just a sidenote it holds a complete charge for a long time it is really good at holding a charge once fully charged. It had a built in antenna. I have one myself And I love it. Not obligated to sign up for a two yr contract or anything . I travel a lot and I almost always have a great 4G signal. At times I only get a 3G signal from the built in antenna that this device has. I have never lost signal and I have never went below a 3G signal no matter where I have went with my Verizon wireless MiFi. And it DOES NOT have an input for an antenna. I hope this answers your question, the only plug it has anywhere on the device is for the charger... And just a sidenote it holds a complete charge for a long time it... » Read More It had a built in antenna. I have one myself And I love it. Not obligated to sign up for a two yr contract or anything . I travel a lot and I almost always have a great 4G signal. At times I only get a 3G signal from the built in antenna that this device has. I have never lost signal and I have never went below a 3G signal no matter where I have went with my Verizon wireless MiFi. And it DOES NOT have an input for an antenna. I hope this answers your question, the only plug it has anywhere on the device is for the charger... And just a sidenote it holds a complete charge for a long time it is really good at holding a charge once fully charged. « Show Less
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Hi Gil, yes I have but here is the problem. My current Tmo plan is 1500 anytime minutes for $40/month. No nights/weekends. This is more than enough for me. Plus, I pay $10/month unlimited web access and $5/month for 400 sms/mms. ATT in my market doesn't come close. Besides, I use my phone most for calls, not the web. Not to mention I would have to sign a contract...at least that was the case the last time I checked. Finally, my work phone is ATT and frankly I find the TMO service and call quality better than ATT, significantly. All the "bars" they brag about in their commercials...marketing fluff. Hi Gil, yes I have but here is the problem. My current Tmo plan is 1500 anytime minutes for $40/month. No nights/weekends. This is more than enough for me. Plus, I pay $10/month unlimited web access and $5/month for 400 sms/mms. ATT in my market doesn't come close. Besides, I use my phone most for calls, not the web. Not to mention I would have to sign a contract...at least that was the case the last time I checked. Finally, my work phone is ATT and frankly I find the TMO service and call quality better than ATT, significantly. All the "bars" they brag about in their... » Read More Hi Gil, yes I have but here is the problem. My current Tmo plan is 1500 anytime minutes for $40/month. No nights/weekends. This is more than enough for me. Plus, I pay $10/month unlimited web access and $5/month for 400 sms/mms. ATT in my market doesn't come close. Besides, I use my phone most for calls, not the web. Not to mention I would have to sign a contract...at least that was the case the last time I checked. Finally, my work phone is ATT and frankly I find the TMO service and call quality better than ATT, significantly. All the "bars" they brag about in their commercials...marketing fluff. « Show Less
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I actually went into a TMo store today before going to the gym, to switch from ATT and check out the $10 internet plan (with the 500 talk for $29/mo). I purposely left my phone in the car, so when they asked for it I said I didn't have it with me, that it was an old Nokia, which later made them scan another cell box for activation. I got so excited - how easy it was, that I didnt even go to the gym but drove back home to config the internet - and WOW! I have a super cheap unlimited 3-f__ken-G!!!!!!!!!!!! I went for a workout right after and now I can listen to internet radio stream, instead of the stupid crap they play at the gym. That sonovab!+ch KELLY - THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!! I actually went into a TMo store today before going to the gym, to switch from ATT and check out the $10 internet plan (with the 500 talk for $29/mo). I purposely left my phone in the car, so when they asked for it I said I didn't have it with me, that it was an old Nokia, which later made them scan another cell box for activation. I got so excited - how easy it was, that I didnt even go to the gym but drove back home to config the internet - and WOW! I have a super cheap unlimited 3-f__ken-G!!!!!!!!!!!! I went for a workout right after and now I can listen to internet radio stream, instead... » Read More I actually went into a TMo store today before going to the gym, to switch from ATT and check out the $10 internet plan (with the 500 talk for $29/mo). I purposely left my phone in the car, so when they asked for it I said I didn't have it with me, that it was an old Nokia, which later made them scan another cell box for activation. I got so excited - how easy it was, that I didnt even go to the gym but drove back home to config the internet - and WOW! I have a super cheap unlimited 3-f__ken-G!!!!!!!!!!!! I went for a workout right after and now I can listen to internet radio stream, instead of the stupid crap they play at the gym. That sonovab!+ch KELLY - THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!! « Show Less
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I use mine as a contract phone. I would guess it could be used a a pre-paid, it is all the same system- just check with carrier to make sure of type.
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As it has worked for me, I just plug in the cable and it works - your service provider has no control (and therefore cannot charge extra) over how you use the internet connection that you are already paying for. I found it to work seamlessly (used it mostly while travelling; in hotels where they have an internet connection/cable in the room but no wireless - yes there are many places like that in the world) with my tablet, iPad and phone.
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I think you have to buy a sim card... actually with Verizon accounts, that is included upon activation, so you don't actually pay separately for it. I LOVED this phone but hated Verizon. I would still be using it if I could put up with them!
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Hello,I actually sent mine back and just went to Verizon and bought one. I never even opened this one. The one I bought from verizon was a MiFi and I Love it . We connect up to 5 laptops and the speed is fine. We have a plan with verizon and pay $10.00 a month for it. I believe we have a 3 gb plan