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GlocalMe U3 Mobile Hotspot,Wireless Portable WiFi for Travel in 150+ Countries,No SIM Card Needed,Smart Local Network Auto-Selection,High Speed with US 8GB & Global 1GB Data, Pocket WiFi (U3 Black)
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Brand | GlocalMe |
Model Name | U3 |
Special Feature | Portable, Light Weight, Pocket Size |
Frequency Band Class | Single-Band |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11g |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet, Laptop, Notebook, Smart Home, Security Systems |
Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
Recommended Uses For Product | Travel, Gaming, Home, Business |
Included Components | User Manual, Device, Charging Cable |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
About this item
- 🌎【NO SIM NEEDED, INTELLIGENT NETWORK SELECTION】No SIM card needed, get instant domestic and international data by paying online. Patent Cloud SIM technology for smart selection of network with better signal. No more network congestion by dynamically network switching. Fast and stable 4G internet for home, outdoor and globally in 150+ countries. Also supports a SIM card slot, unlocked to use any SIM card, which means that you can easily use the data from it according to your own needs.
- 🌎【NO CONTRACT, NO ROAMING FEES】Pay as you go WiFi. No contract nor roaming charges. Choose the more suitable data plan from our GlocalMe App anytime. Comes with included 1.1GB global data and 8GB US/CA/MX Data. For the 8GB data, please contact us to redeem it by providing the IMEI 2 number, which is on the back bottom of the device. You can freely choose the activation time according to your own travel plans. Please note that 8GB data is only available within 30 days after activation.
- 🌎【PRIVATE AND SAFE WIFI】GlocalMe use the most security protocol to keep your WIFI connection safe. Self-Identified SSID Name and Password via Web Portal, no worries about the unsafe public WiFi anymore. Also with the GlocalMe APP, you can manage the data usage effectively and smartly. Easily track detailed interaction with the data, connect to personal network, purchase data, etc.
- 🌎【SHAREABLE WIFI AND FLEXIBLE PLANS】Share your WIFI connection with up to 10 devices at once. Download GlocalMe App to easily manage your hotspot and purchase data plans at low cost. Flexible data plans allow you to buy service by the Day, Month, Region or GB. Support mainstream frequency bands and works in more than 150 countries around the world across America, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa and Oceania.
- 🌎【EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE & AFTER-SALES SERVICE】3,000mAh long-lasting battery life to support up to 13 hours of use. Stable and secure 4G LTE internet connectivity, automatic disabling of large data consumption, perfect portable internet WiFi mobile hotspot device for travel, business, camping, remote tour, and more.
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Battery life | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.5 | — |
Easy to use | 3.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 4.4 | — |
For traveling | 3.4 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 3.4 | 4.5 | — |
Value for money | 3.2 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 3.2 | 4.2 | — |
Tech Support | 3.5 | 4.0 | — | 3.5 | 4.0 | — |
Sold By | GlocalMe | Roam WiFi | SIMO, Inc. | GlocalMe | Roam WiFi | LINKMETANOW |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi | LTE | 4G LTE | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
number of ports | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — |
data transfer rate | — | 150 megabits per second | — | 1 gigabits per second | 150 megabits per second | 150 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 A, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N, 802 11 AC | 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 N | 802 11 A, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N | 802 11 A, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N, 802 11 AC | 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 B | — |
frequency band class | single band | dual band | dual band | single band | dual band | tri band |
max upstream rate | — | 100 megabits per second | — | — | 150 megabits per second | 50 megabits per second |
Product Description
GlocalMe U3 4G LTE Worldwide WiFi Portable High Speed Mobile Hotspot Device
GlocalMe U3 WiFi device will enable you to set up your own private internet connection, practically anywhere in the world, on at least 10 devices simultaneously, including phones, laptops, tablets, and iPads, games consoles, and cameras. U3 is compact, light and slim and can fit in a pocket or the pouch of a backpack.
- Comes with FREE 1.1GB global data and 8GB US/CA/MX data. After used up, you need to purchase more data on GlocalMe app
- Stable and secure 4G LTE internet connectivity in 150+ Countries
- Share internet connectivity with up to 10 smart devices, including laptop, smart phone, kindle, etc.
- SIM card-free, supporting a pay-as-you-go data plans
- Automatic disabling of large data consumption
- Self-Identified SSID Name and Password via Web Portal
- Connected Devices Control via the Web Portal
- 3,000mAh Long-lasting battery life to support up to 13 hours of use
- Flexibility to use your own SIM card via a Nano SIM card slot
Please note that 1.1GB global data is already included in your device, but for the 8GB US data, you can let us redeem it when you receive the device. Just tell us your IMEI number for 8GB US Data package activation, which is on the back bottom of the device. Then you can enjoy it within 30 days. Of course, you can freely choose the activation time according to your travel plans. When need it, just let us know.
GlocalMe has covered over 150 countries and is trying to cover a larger area.
- North America: United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico
- South America: Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bolivia, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Curacao, Ecuador, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Suriname, Tahiti, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks & Caicos Islands, Uruguay, Venezuela
- Europe: Aland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Anguilla, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saint Martin (France), San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City
- Asia: Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Hong Kong(China), India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Laos, Macao(China), Mainland China, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan(China), Tajikistan, Thailand, Vietnam
- Oceania: Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, New Zealand, Northern Mariana Islands
- Africa: Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Morocco, Nigeria, Reunion, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Western Sahara, Zambia
PLEASE NOTE THAT COUNTRIES NOT MENTIONED IN THE ABOVE ARE NOT SUPPORTED TEMPORARILY.
Flexible Data Plans to Meet Every Need
User-friendly App
With GlocalMe App, you could manage your data smartly by topping up your balance, purchasing data packages and easily track detailed interaction with the data. There are 3 kinds of packages that you can choose on our app: individual packages for single country, multi-country or regional packages, and global package. Numerous data plans for more information, please go to GlocalMe app.
Daypass & Monthly Pass
Daypass
- 2GB 1-Day Package for North America
- USD 6.99
Monthly Pass
- Unlimited data for US. High speeds up to 100GB, slower after.
- USD 88.00, 25GB full speed
- USD 99.00, 50GB full speed
- USD 159.00, 100GB full speed
Get More, please go to GlocalMe app.
Plans for Region & Data Subscription
Plans for Region
- We have popular destinations recommended for you, such as Egypt, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, etc.
Data Subscription
Local plans for USA
- Cost: USD 36.00 (10GB 30-Day)
Data package for global
- USD 29.00 (1GB 30-Day)
- USD 72.50 (3GB 30-Day)
Get More, please go to GlocalMe app.
Specification
- Item size: 126 * 66* 10 mm/4.96 * 2.60 * 0.4 in (L * W * H)
- Item weight: Approx. 125g / 4.4oz
- NETWORK TYPE: Full Frequency Band Support
- LTE FDD: Band 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/9/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/66; LTE TDD: Band 34/38/39/40/41
- WCDMA: Band 1/2/4/5/6/8/9/19; GSM: 1900/1800/900/850 MHz
- MAX Speed Theoretically: LTE: DL 150Mbps/UL 50Mbps
- BATTERY: 3000mAh Li-ion batter
- Ports: Type-C; Input: DC 5V-2A
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Pay as you goNO SIM card needed, supporting a pay-as-you-go data structure, as low as USD 1.59/1GB USA local package. No contract, on-demand data access that’s flexible for your everyday needs. GlocalMe help to get access to 4G LTE high speed internet. |
Smart Local Network Auto-SelectionUses our patented CloudSIM technology to allow SIM free connectivity, supporting pay-as-you-go and smart-choice for best network connection, avoiding roaming free services. The wide coverage, stability and efficiency of this advanced technology has helped millions of travelers and consumers to owned internet connection at home, outdoors and around the world. |
Long Lasting Battery Life3,000mAh Long-lasting battery life to support up to 13 hours of use, a perfect portable internet WiFi mobile hotspot device for travel, family tour, business, camping, remote activity, and more. |
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Private & Safe NetworkGlocalMe uses the most security protocol to keep your WiFi connection safe. Also with the GlocalMe APP, you can manage the data usage effectively and smartly. Easily track detailed interaction with the data, connect to personal network, personal network, purchase data. |
Share with up to 10 devicesShare your WiFi connection with up to 10 devices at the same time. Easily meet everyone's need: music, movie, TikTok, Youtube, Facebook, video, etc. |
Pocket WiFiLightweight, portable: just 125g, fits easily into your pocket, a suitcase, backpack, or purse for connectivity on-the-go. |
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Customer Reviews |
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3.9 out of 5 stars
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4.0 out of 5 stars
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WiFi | 4G LTE | 4G LTE | 5G, 4G LTE | 4G LTE | 4G LTE | 4G LTE |
Wi-Fi Frequency | 2.4GHz | Dual-band 2.4G/5G | Dual-band 2.4G/5G | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz |
Battery | 3000mAh | 3900mAh | 5400mAh | 3500mAh | 3000mAh | 3000mAh |
Usage time | up to 13 hours | up to 12 hours | 11h-5G;15h-4G | up to 12 hours | up to 13 hours | up to 10 hours |
Connects up to | 10 devices | 10 devices | 16 devices | 10 devices | 8 devices | 10 devices |
Touch Screen display | No | 5 in. LCD | 2.4 in. LCD | 2.4 in. LCD | No | 2.4 in. LCD |
Speed | Upload: 50Mbps; Download: 150Mbps | Upload: 50Mbps; Download: 150Mbps | up to 2.5Gbps; 15 times the speed of 4G | Upload: 50Mbps; Download: 150Mbps | Upload: 50Mbps; Download: 150Mbps | Upload: 50Mbps; Download: 150Mbps |
Power bank | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
Stability | ✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓ |
Portability | ✓✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓✓ |
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Package Dimensions | 6.18 x 5.91 x 1.65 inches |
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Item Weight | 8.4 ounces |
ASIN | B07TXBWHYR |
Item model number | U3 Black |
Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #7,394 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #3 in Mobile Broadband Devices |
Date First Available | July 2, 2019 |
Manufacturer | GlocalMe |
Country of Origin | China |
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Customers like the ease of use of the networking router. They mention that the app is easy to follow and doesn't take long to learn. Customers are also satisfied with quality. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, value, signal strength, connectivity, speed, and battery life.
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Customers like the ease of use of the networking router. They mention it's simple to use, easy to follow, and doesn't take long to learn. They say the app is easy to use and the device works flawlessly. Customers also mention that the setup is fast and that it'll add data through the app. They also say it'd be easy to add a local sim card and that the product is a convenient way to have service.
"...Finally, the software is usable, and there have been many improvements from the G3 to G4, which is hopefully a sign of many more improvements to come..." Read more
"...and such a convenient way to have service! It worked great in EVERY country!I carry this little guy with me everywhere...." Read more
"...Turn it on or turn it off. The initial setup was easy and I did not download the app or bind it to an account yet since I just slapped a sim card in..." Read more
"...Hooking it up to everything was simple and the customer service was excellent. I travel a lot and this is the ONE thing I MUST HAVE GOING FORWARD!..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the networking router. They mention it's a solid good item, high quality, and reliable. Some say that the customer service is awful. However, most are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"...If you travel a lot and are looking for a cost effective, reliable solution to having internet access abroad, I give the GlocalMe G4 my highest..." Read more
"...It has been rock solid and has given me some decent speeds while my poor phone has had crap service from Tmobile..." Read more
"...Speed and signal quality is outstanding. The construction is quality materials and durability will give me the compatibility I need." Read more
"Reliable and worked for my needs. Supported 3 devices in Europe. App is pretty easy to use. Data is reasonably priced." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the router. Some mention that it worked great in every country, while others say that it refused to work almost at all. They also say that the router works well when near a tower, and that the Square app worked flawlessly the entire show. However, some customers also say the router only works if you have bars.
"...we've had GlocalMe devices on 6 international trips and they worked flawlessly...." Read more
"...and such a convenient way to have service! It worked great in EVERY country!I carry this little guy with me everywhere...." Read more
"...HOWEVER, the device did not work as I had no service AGAIN!!!..." Read more
"...It has worked very well. Only once did it lose connection and I had a local neighbor go in and reset it for me...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the networking router. Some mention it's very affordable and works great, while others say it'll turn into a complete rip off.
"...can be a little funky and require some cycling, and the simless plans are very expensive, but overall this works well." Read more
"Package too expensive" Read more
"...If you travel a lot and are looking for a cost effective, reliable solution to having internet access abroad, I give the GlocalMe G4 my highest..." Read more
"Too expensive" Read more
Customers are mixed about the signal strength of the networking router. Some mention that it's a great hotspot for traveling, enabling them to work from everywhere. However, others say that the signal is too weak to be of much use, it didn't connect them to the Internet, and it lost signal in mountain valleys.
"This is great for travel if you have multiple people/devices needing to connect...." Read more
"...One thing I was really impressed with was the wifi range. I have been roaming almost as far away from this thing as I'd roam from a normal router...." Read more
"...All it kept saying was that there is no internet...." Read more
"...The range is great. It's on the second floor of a 3100 square foot cabin and covers the whole house." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the router. Some mention that it has a great Wi-Fi connection and never missed signal or connectivity. However, others say that it randomly loses connection and has sluggish performance.
"...It has a pretty powerful wifi signal which has been super helpful as I have been working in an all-metal building a lot...." Read more
"...time I had a problem was when I was in the suburbs as the connection became a bit spotty...." Read more
"...This is more like a phone and has the time, signal strength, type of connection (3G 4G) battery condition, etc. shown on the touch screen...." Read more
"...phone services because I don't trust them but the U3 kept disconnecting from my Iphone 12 and if I connected sometimes stuff would not download or..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the router. Some mention that it has great speed and signal quality in rural areas, while others say that it's slow and can't do heavy downloading.
"...I'm not sure of the processor/RAM specs, but the G4 boots faster and the UI feels snappier than the G3...." Read more
"...which I am unsure if it actually helped me or not... is when signal got really sluggish, I would hold the device up in the air while slowly spinning..." Read more
"...It has been rock solid and has given me some decent speeds while my poor phone has had crap service from Tmobile..." Read more
"Update: I tested the US data package and the speed was disappointing 7-10 bps. About 5 times slower than the hotel wifi at the same time...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the networking router. Some mention that it has good battery life, while others say that it runs out of battery fast. The data stream lasted 2 days and the battery didn't stay charged.
"...the box and found it very easy to start up and use, and it came with a 90% charge...." Read more
"...it didn't last as long as I thought it would...." Read more
"...The batteries hold up for our all day use as well!" Read more
"...when I buy 50 gigs for $89 they last about a week and the battery doesn’t stay charged u have to keep it plugged in to a power source almost..." Read more
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When I saw a new iteration of the device, the G4, came out, I had to have one and I think GlocalMe have significantly improved the form factor of the device. It sports a much larger screen, is significantly thinner, and weights a lot less. The battery is smaller (3900 mAh vs. 5350 mAh), but that has not been an issue for us. Even after a full day of usage, the battery on the G4 was still around 40-50% so I think it could easily last for two days.
G3: 126mm x 64mm x 17mm (thick); 235g; 5350 mAh
G4: 136mm x 71mm x 12mm (thick); 187g; 3900 mAh
I'm not sure of the processor/RAM specs, but the G4 boots faster and the UI feels snappier than the G3. The screen appears to be a similar resolution (perhaps slightly higher, but not noticeably higher) but I noticed colors seem more vibrant and there's a lot better contrast. I last updated my G3 software a couple of months ago, so it could be out of date, but the G4 has additional apps: Google Maps, translation app, and a currency conversion app (though this appears to be entirely in Chinese). The inclusion of maps is awesome and in general, I hope this means that in the future, we may be able to install our own Android apps on the device!
I also want to share some things that I think could be improved or that might be considered downsides to the G4. We'll start with the obvious, which is that because the device is so new, there are no case options for it - hopefully that will change soon. The other major downside is that it does not appear as if a single GlocalMe account can register multiple devices. This means you'll need multiple email addresses if you have multiple devices - generally, I don't think this is an issue, but those of you upgrading from a G3 to G4 might find this a little frustrating. The other consequence of this is that the accounts (and therefore devices) cannot share purchased plans. I hope this is something they improve in the future.
Lastly, I noticed the data plan store now includes unlimited plans for certain regions, which will throttle after hitting some data limit. This is a great, cheaper option for many if you don't plan to use much data, or if the speed isn't a huge concern for you. In Brazil, for example, the unlimited plan was $5/day, while the metered plans were expensive in comparison: ~$10 for 1 GB or $26 for 3 GB, though of course, there is no throttling on these plans. It's great to see GlocalMe adding new plans to fit different usage profiles!
In summary, we've had GlocalMe devices on 6 international trips and they worked flawlessly. No issues registering on local networks or using the GlocalMe data plans. The hardware is solid - we've never experienced an issue that required rebooting the device. Finally, the software is usable, and there have been many improvements from the G3 to G4, which is hopefully a sign of many more improvements to come. If you travel a lot and are looking for a cost effective, reliable solution to having internet access abroad, I give the GlocalMe G4 my highest recommendation!
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2019
When I saw a new iteration of the device, the G4, came out, I had to have one and I think GlocalMe have significantly improved the form factor of the device. It sports a much larger screen, is significantly thinner, and weights a lot less. The battery is smaller (3900 mAh vs. 5350 mAh), but that has not been an issue for us. Even after a full day of usage, the battery on the G4 was still around 40-50% so I think it could easily last for two days.
G3: 126mm x 64mm x 17mm (thick); 235g; 5350 mAh
G4: 136mm x 71mm x 12mm (thick); 187g; 3900 mAh
I'm not sure of the processor/RAM specs, but the G4 boots faster and the UI feels snappier than the G3. The screen appears to be a similar resolution (perhaps slightly higher, but not noticeably higher) but I noticed colors seem more vibrant and there's a lot better contrast. I last updated my G3 software a couple of months ago, so it could be out of date, but the G4 has additional apps: Google Maps, translation app, and a currency conversion app (though this appears to be entirely in Chinese). The inclusion of maps is awesome and in general, I hope this means that in the future, we may be able to install our own Android apps on the device!
I also want to share some things that I think could be improved or that might be considered downsides to the G4. We'll start with the obvious, which is that because the device is so new, there are no case options for it - hopefully that will change soon. The other major downside is that it does not appear as if a single GlocalMe account can register multiple devices. This means you'll need multiple email addresses if you have multiple devices - generally, I don't think this is an issue, but those of you upgrading from a G3 to G4 might find this a little frustrating. The other consequence of this is that the accounts (and therefore devices) cannot share purchased plans. I hope this is something they improve in the future.
Lastly, I noticed the data plan store now includes unlimited plans for certain regions, which will throttle after hitting some data limit. This is a great, cheaper option for many if you don't plan to use much data, or if the speed isn't a huge concern for you. In Brazil, for example, the unlimited plan was $5/day, while the metered plans were expensive in comparison: ~$10 for 1 GB or $26 for 3 GB, though of course, there is no throttling on these plans. It's great to see GlocalMe adding new plans to fit different usage profiles!
In summary, we've had GlocalMe devices on 6 international trips and they worked flawlessly. No issues registering on local networks or using the GlocalMe data plans. The hardware is solid - we've never experienced an issue that required rebooting the device. Finally, the software is usable, and there have been many improvements from the G3 to G4, which is hopefully a sign of many more improvements to come. If you travel a lot and are looking for a cost effective, reliable solution to having internet access abroad, I give the GlocalMe G4 my highest recommendation!
I carry this little guy with me everywhere. It lives in my purse however also rides in my bike draft box or back pocket on runs and bike rides. It has been dropped it... A LOT. As you can see in the pic, it's scuffed and scratched. Even still, this thing works well. Going on 1.5 years with it and next trip will be Chile. I am grateful for such a handy device and now I never have to worry how I will have service in any other country. 😊
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2023
I carry this little guy with me everywhere. It lives in my purse however also rides in my bike draft box or back pocket on runs and bike rides. It has been dropped it... A LOT. As you can see in the pic, it's scuffed and scratched. Even still, this thing works well. Going on 1.5 years with it and next trip will be Chile. I am grateful for such a handy device and now I never have to worry how I will have service in any other country. 😊
1. After purchasing a 4g 7day plan for $36 I tried connecting to the internet NOTHING!!! All it kept saying was that there is no internet. I connected with their support team (HORRIBLE SERVICE AS ALL THEY KEEP TELLING YOU IS THAT THEIR TECH IS CHECKING) after about an hour and a half and six-seven resets sent it connected to the internet for 30mins then the same thing happens again.
2. I tried once more and reached out to support to ask if I can purchase the Mexico plan before I get there as I was traveling in 2 days, and I was told yes. HOWEVER, the device did not work as I had no service AGAIN!!!
SO I HAVE BEEN OUT OF POCKET $80 IN DATA PURCHASES AND HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET ANY INTERNET USING THIS DEVICE!!! AND THIS WAS THE MAIN REASON I EVEN PURCHASED IT!!!
I'M DEFINITELY RETURNING IT FOR A REFUND!!!!