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Unboxing the Verizon MiFi 2200

May 13th, 2009 @ 11:06 am

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Categories: Gizmos and Gadgets, Travel Tips

Tags: Router, Verizon Communications Inc., Wi-Fi Router, Routers & Switches, 3G, Modems, Network Technology, Networking, Wireless And Mobility, Cellular Phones

Prepare to be jealous: We’ve got ourselves a Verizon MiFi. In case you missed our post from last week, the MiFi is a compact, freestanding 3G modem card that doubles as a Wi-Fi router. It has the potential to be a killer accessory for road warriors, especially those who frequently need to share Internet access with one or more co-workers.

We’ll share our hands-on impressions in a few days (first take: It’s freaking awesome), but until then here’s a look at the unboxing and initial setup of the MiFi:

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    Bob Wileman

    05/14/09 | Report as spam

    RE: Unboxing the Verizon MiFi 2200

    Why do I need this?
    Before sharing any the enthusiasm about a black box in a white box. What does it do for my business that I haven't already got? Who needs it?

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    BizHacksRick

    05/14/09 | Report as spam

    RE: Unboxing the Verizon MiFi 2200

    Sorry, thought most people had seen the previous post about the MiFi, which I linked to right in the first sentence. Unlike most broadband modems, which plug directly into a single PC, this one works externally and shares its connectivity via Wi-Fi, just like a router.

    To my thinking, that makes it a killer tool for road warriors, especially those who travel in groups and frequently need shared Internet access.

    Stay tuned for our full hands-on review, in which we'll answer these and other questions!

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