Need A MiFi device

[RVR]

I've never had one before but since I'm on Telkoms LTE, I figured I can get one and make use of it because I might be going for a trip to JHB.

Problem is most are expensive like R1000 plus. Any one knows where I can purchase one at a much cheaper price?

 

[SeaSickMama]

No i dont think you will i bought one the other day on takealot for R1300 i think and it was a brilliant device. you could possibly buy ones for alot cheaper on aliexpress.com but you run the risk of it maybe not being that great and warranty etc

 

[DA-LION-619]

Get one on contact from Telkom?

 

[Dee96]

try Telkom. if memory serves, they had a 500mb contract with 1.5gb night data and free wifi device for 50 month. it works out to R1200 and you get a back up data sim with a little data

 

[RVR]

Thanks, will look into this

 

[PhireSide]

1) Buy a cheap Android device
2) Insert SIM and turn on Wifi hotspot
3) ??????
4) Profit

 

[MickeyD]

1) Buy a cheap Android device
2) Insert SIM and turn on Wifi hotspot
3) ??????
4) Profit

How many concurrent connections?

 

[RVR]

1) Buy a cheap Android device
2) Insert SIM and turn on Wifi hotspot
3) ??????
4) Profit

Is that what you're doing?

 

[DA-LION-619]

1) Buy a cheap Android device
2) Insert SIM and turn on Wifi hotspot
3) ??????
4) Profit

Not really LTE...

 

[PhireSide]

How many concurrent connections?

Depends on the phone I suppose. I wouldn't connect more than two devices at a time

Is that what you're doing?

Nah, but if you don't manage then that's what I would do. Then just sell the phone afterwards or keep it as a spare.

Not really LTE...

Que?

 

[FlashSA]

1) Buy a cheap Android device
2) Insert SIM and turn on Wifi hotspot
3) ??????
4) Profit

Not really LTE...

Que?

An LTE mifi can be had for R999 (Cell C offering one for cash in their product magazine this month, although not sure if it does Telkom's 2300mhz) but I could not find any android smartphone with LTE for less than that....

 

[CamiKaze]

Is LTE an absolute must??? Its not like you'll be downloading huge files, it's for browsing isn't it?

 

[FlashSA]

Is LTE an absolute must??? Its not like you'll be downloading huge files, it's for browsing isn't it?

I agree with you - I have 2x 3G mifi's which work fine when I am on the move and out of town. In the case of the OP, if he/she is on LTE uncapped with Telkom, then he/she cannot use that sim in 3G mode, only LTE....

@OP - I have an Afrihost 3G mifi spare which I could sell if you are happy with 3G speeds. It is still brand new but the battery only lasts a few minutes as it must have expired while in my safe (works great when plugged in to a cigarette charger or cell charger). PM me if interested.

 

[RVR]

I'm on the uncapped LTE (which you are on too if I remember). Wouldn't mind but if it only last a few minutes that's not gonna be too good for me lol

 

[DA-LION-619]

I'm on the uncapped LTE (which you are on too if I remember). Wouldn't mind but if it only last a few minutes that's not gonna be too good for me lol

Personally get the MiFi device. I have this one http://consumer.huawei.com/au/mobile-broadband/mobile-wifi/features/e5372-au.htm
It can easily do 6-8 hours off the battery and since I keep it topped up during the day, I use most of the whole day when not at home.

 

[RVR]

Personally get the MiFi device. I have this one http://consumer.huawei.com/au/mobile-broadband/mobile-wifi/features/e5372-au.htm
It can easily do 6-8 hours off the battery and since I keep it topped up during the day, I use most of the whole day when not at home.

How much did you pay for this?

 

[DA-LION-619]

How much did you pay for this?

Took it out on contract.