Like the Junxion Box, the D-Link DI-725 and Kyocera's KR1 let you roll your own WiFi hotspot via a PC EV-DO card.
Connectivity to the outside world: There is only WiFi and Bluetooth with no LTE, 3G, or 4G access to any network unless you link through your phone or portable hotspot, which means running down two batteries at the same time and jeopardizing your ability to make and receive phone calls.
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But a significantly cheaper version should appeal to shutterbugs already comfortable with the Android OS. Bonus points for those of you who can simply use your smartphone as a WiFi hotspot.
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As long as your carrier officially supports tethering, all you need is the Nexaira BC2 and international power adapter (sold separately) and you are ready to tether your iPhone and create a hotspot. 3Gstore.com ships to over 200 countries worldwide via FedEx.
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Plug your iPhone into the Nexaira BC2 Router and you can instantly create a secure WiFi hotspot using the 3G connection from your phone.
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Restrict your communications to when you have docked in port and utilize a local SIM card in your phone or in a portable hotspot terminal.
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And because the Mobi is a hotspot unto itself, your gear doesn't all need to be on the same network, or even in range of a router.
Plus Kodak sealed a deal with T-Mobile to make sure you can upload your pix from any T-Mobile Hotspot (aka Starbucks).
Your options include the "Freedom Spot" hotspot capable of serving eight devices simultaneously, or the "Freedom Stick, " a USB dongle.
The Wi-Fi will come in handy for things like checking e-mail and browsing the Web when you're near a hotspot or perhaps within range of your own wireless network at home.
The new 150Mbps Wireless N Mini Pocket Router (TL-WR700N) can be used to create an instant Wi-Fi hotspot by plugging in an Ethernet cable from your existing network or modem.
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Open the MyWireless app and enable tethering, plug the iPhone into your BC2 Router and a few seconds later, you have a hotspot.
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The cost of renting a mobile hotspot may be less than buying an international data package from your network provider.
Or, get out of the house altogether scope out which coffee shops, restaurants, and other venues in your area offer free Wi-Fi, or think about investing in a mobile hotspot or USB modem so that you can work anywhere that inspires you.
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Depending on your usage, Tep may be a better deal, but remember this is for a mobile hotspot.
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