Posted: 05th Nov, 2010 By: MarkJ
Mobile operator T-Mobile (
Everything Everywhere) has joined Orange , Three (3) and Vodafone in launching their own portable battery powered Wi-Fi based Mobile Broadband router. T-Mobile's
Wireless Pointer device includes a
Micro SD slot and is also able to detect the strongest mobile signal, allowing users to position the unit for the best possible service.
Like Orange, T-Mobile has also forgone the
MiFi moniker of rival products, although it still works in much the same way. The
Wireless Pointer essentially makes it possible for Wi-Fi enabled products, such as laptops and tablet PCs, to simultaneously access the internet through a single Mobile Broadband connection.
Nicola Shenton, Head of Handset and Device Marketing at T-Mobile UK, said:
"The quality of mobile internet access is becoming more important to users and so the Wireless Pointer is perfect for those who want to make sure they have the best online experience for all their Wi-Fi gadgets, no matter where they are. With the signal indicator, users can be sure that they’ve got the best connection possible so they can get the most out of whatever devices they’re using."
The Wireless Pointer will be available for free on a 24 month contracts or on T-Mobile’s
pay-per-day Mobile Broadband service for £59.99 plus £10 top up. The pay-per-day service lets users choose to pay for their mobile broadband only when they need to, at a fixed cost per day.