Get Connected with the NetZero 4G Mobile HotSpot {Review + Giveaway}
10:14 AM Posted by Desi @ Wee Share
We travel quite a bit. Between visits to our family back in Georgia, a few nights away here and there for pleasure, and Darren's business travel, we're away from home rather often. However, just because we aren't at home, doesn't mean the work stops. This little blog has to go on, whether I am sleeping in my own bed or not.
The problem when traveling is that internet connectivity is far from consistent. Hotels usually have free access included with your stay, but these connections tend to be weak and spotty, at best.
Enter the NetZero 4G HotSpot. This handy little HotSpot is small and mobile, making it easy to take your internet along wherever the road may lead. Let me tell you a bit about how the NetZero 4G Mobile Broadband works.
NetZero offers two portable devices to choose from- the NetZero 4G HotSpot and the NetZero 4G Stick. The Stick supports one user at a time, via a USB connection. The NetZero 4G HotSpot supports up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices simultaneously!
You begin my purchasing one of these two devices. The HotSpot costs $99.95, while the Stick runs $49.95. {However, I happened to notice a holiday sale on their website, where you can purchase either device for half off right now!} Both devices require no contracts, commitments, or coverage charges.
Then, you'll choose the low-priced data plan that works best for you.
- Free- 200 MB
- Basic {$9.95} 500 MB
- Plus {$19.95} 1 GB
- Pro {$34.95} 2 GB
- Platinum {$49.95} 4 GB
We've had the opportunity to try out the fast, portable NetZero 4G Mobile Broadband. The NetZero service is currently available in 80 metro areas. Sadly, the Charleston area isn't covered... yet. However, with all the traveling we've done lately, this mobile HotSpot has came in incredibly handy!
The HotSpot is incredibly easy to set up. We followed the included Quick Start guide, and were up and rolling within moments-- literally! My laptop quickly picked up the connection and we were good to go. Pages load at an incredibly fast speed, even when using the LightSpeed connection.
I can even connect when we're traveling down the road. I have used the HotSpot to get connected and get some work done while Darren drives. This makes me feel so efficient! The ease of use and convenience of the hot spot makes it easier than ever to be productive when away from home.
I also have to mention the size of mobile 4G HotSpot from NetZero. It's so small, especially compared to the router we've been using at home. In fact, this device can easily fit in my pocket! It's really nice to have such a powerful piece of technology, without the big, clunky design to go along with it.
Now, I have some incredibly exciting news to share with all of you. One lucky reader is going to win a NetZero 4G HotSpot and three months of platinum service!
Giveaway is open to US readers only.
Disclosure: I am part of the Mom It Forward blogger network. Mom It Forward and NetZero partnered in support of this campaign. NetZero compensated me for participation in this campaign. However, all opinions are my own.
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December 15, 2012 at 8:07 PM
i like they don't require a contract debbie jackson
djackson1958 at hotmail dot com
December 16, 2012 at 9:24 AM
Sounds like it would make my connection faster
December 16, 2012 at 8:38 PM
I use TWC, I they are bad. My connection goes down often, have to reset the router and modem and their response is that it is normal. Would love to try Netzero and see how reliable they are.
seyma_bennett@hotmail.com
December 16, 2012 at 9:06 PM
My connection is thru my cable provider but I think they are expensive and is only available at home. This sounds great.
December 16, 2012 at 10:05 PM
my current internet connection is through our cable company and we have had NOTHING but problems for the past 2 months, they tell me something different each time it goes out and I have to call them, they send someone out DAYS later (and it usually eventually comes back before they get someone out here) and each time I've been told something different but nothing has fixed the problem. We just got a new modem and they replaced some things outside - the latest is they are blaming construction in the area lol
So I'd LOVE to try something new.. anything has to be better than this lol.
December 16, 2012 at 10:20 PM
Love they are inexpensive and no contract, my fb is Michelle Trump and my email is tracietrump@yahoo.com
December 17, 2012 at 12:45 PM
My current connection is through my cablecompany and I don't really have complaints. Their price is a little high but not un mnagable and I would like to win this for my sisterwho I'm sure could put alot bette use to it then I could!
mcfallsk8er(at)aim(dot)com
December 17, 2012 at 3:41 PM
My current set up is costing me a fortune, i think this would help me curb my costs.
December 17, 2012 at 7:11 PM
We had to disconnect it, we aren't at home enough to use it and we're trying to cut costs. Its a luxury and sounds vain, but I miss it.
December 17, 2012 at 8:17 PM
at home we connect thru our cable tv service. we are within the NYC commuting area and netzero hot spot would be very useable while traveling and where my husband's offic is.
December 18, 2012 at 12:27 AM
(Signed in as Lagean)
I currently use an aircard. It's expensive and cuts off.
ubrewme@yahoo.com
December 18, 2012 at 1:15 AM
I really hope I win!! There's no wifi in my dialysis center and that means the boredom is increased my ten times
December 18, 2012 at 5:13 AM
My internet keeps going out and they say it is me. Well,this would solve it all.
December 18, 2012 at 10:58 AM
I have wireless at home but I don't have any portable internet service. This would be great for us!!
December 18, 2012 at 12:00 PM
i have uverse at home with wifi but netzero is great (so i have heard)..
December 18, 2012 at 12:02 PM
We currently have Verizon FIOS at home, but rely on free WIFI spots away from home. This would be nice for when we are mobile. Thanks for hosting this giveaway!
December 18, 2012 at 12:04 PM
I have a cable modem connection at home and a smartphone, but it would be nice to be able to connect with a laptop anywhere without using up my cell data plan.
December 18, 2012 at 1:16 PM
home connection is ok, i'd use this when on the road
December 18, 2012 at 3:26 PM
I've got cable internet and an old wireless router, but I will be having a baby soon, and the internet access at the hospital blocks most sites I use, and I will be there a lot. It would be nice to have a way to connect to the internet while I am there.
krishackney at suddenlink dot net
December 18, 2012 at 3:59 PM
My current home internet is okay but I'm on the road a lot and would love to try out this little gadget, especially since so many hotels have iffy internet connections.
December 18, 2012 at 6:29 PM
Current internet connection is ok, but would love to have this for away from home!
December 18, 2012 at 7:47 PM
My current connection is through my cable provider and they are very expensive!
mommylovescooper@gmail.com
December 18, 2012 at 9:02 PM
My internet makes me feel headache!It always shuts down for no reason. I would love to win this awesome prize and try it!
Thank You for the chance
Fiona N
December 18, 2012 at 10:31 PM
We have a cable modem, but I would love to have this for on the go.
December 18, 2012 at 11:23 PM
My current connection is with Century link but I would love to try NEt Zero for on the go or when my connection is lost.
December 18, 2012 at 11:40 PM
I have Comcast at home, but nothing at school. I'd love to be able to get my internet at my school