Mint mobile always worked good for me when I needed an extra few gigs of hotspot from my phone. We tried streaming on a buddies Verizon phone hotspot one time and it was useless, even with 3 bars signal.
Hey Man I also play on Hotspot but on my phone Hotspot 📱. I'm trying to get my hands on the No Contact Hotspot and just have to buy Hotspot Cards. Where do I go to get one ?? How much Ping and Packet Loss Do you get ?? And can I stream on what you have ??
I got this one at Target, but that was a while ago I'm not sure if they still sell them there. The ping will really depend on network congestion as with any cellular based network but usually was around 60-80. Are you talking about streaming your gameplay? I just don't think hotspot upload speeds would be good enough for that.
As far as I know there are not, in terms of battery powered "mobile" hotspots. However the modems for T mobile and US cellular in home internet could be easily powered by a battery and inverter.
Yes they made one same company they sell them at Walmart rougher costs 99 bucks and you can buy the scratch on card I would go with that over this hotspot
If you're in an area where you can't get cable based internet its a decent alternative, just have to make sure you are conserving data so you dont use up the 40gb in a few days
@@Chris.activity I do but I'm not allowed to install internet where I'm at even tho we have the signal for it. Is there any unlimited options you could suggest?
@@Pootern I don't know of any unlimited hotpsots. Seems like alot of phone plans will have unlimited phone data but cap the hotspot at a very low number. You could maybe look into Starlink, the up front cost is high, but the monthly price isn't to bad and I believe it's unlimited.
Straighttalk has 2 hotspot prepaid data cards, a 10gb hotspot data card for $25 and a 100gb hotspot data card for $50. The Straighttalk prepaid hotspot device cost $49.88 . Never tried either, but i am thinking about it.
@@Quickdrawoutlaw0544 I don't currently have a hotspot other than whats already included in my mint mobile plan, but that sounds like a good deal you're getting.
I believe it is. I went with this one because it had a better price to data ratio than straight talk, but I think there are even better options now days.
@@Chris.activity Ok. I have seen a Netgear Nighthawk M1 MR1100 4GLTE hotspot that may get up to over 100 mbps downlad speed and maybe 19 mbps upload speed. It cost more though $100+ to $200+, but it may have unlimited data card. Not sure Netgear hospot would work in my area though. I just want a prepaid hotspot device with prepaid data card, without getting into a contract plan. In time better prepaid hotspot devices with better data cards will come along.
It would be nice if there were more prepaid hotspots out there with good data allotments. In the 2 years since I made this video it unfortunately seems like there really aren't new options. T mobile has decent in home 5G internet, but its not prepaid. their prepaid data plan looks like $50 for 50gb.@@Slim1423
@@Chris.activity Yeah. I have a Straighttalk phone, and with a $55 plan i get 15gb of free hotspot data on my phone each 30 days. There is a Straighttalk prepaid hotspot device with $25 for 10gb of prepaid data or 100gb data for $50. Haven't tried prepaid hotspot though. What may happen in the future, since hospot devices don't seem to sell a lot, is that Straighttalk and other companies may increase the hotspot data on the prepaid cell phones, to save on cost of building separate hotspot devices. You would probably have to increase hotspot data separately with hotspot data card, if needed. Hotspot data on my phone works good, but the data runs out fast, if connected with Onn 4k streaming box from Walmart.
I have played 2K21 with this, and it was just ok gampelay. Even with good internet 2K online is pretty sketch. I've never played transformers or used it with an ipad though.
Looks like they have unlimited for $70? For the price I would clearly choose that over simple mobile. T-mobile also has some good home internet options now as well.
This thing only lasted me 4 days lol updated my cod twice and it was a wrap good thing u have 14 days to return this shit just can’t get ur money back for the scratcher card
What gb speed do you recommend I should purchase for video streaming from my laptop? Going to stream ufc 300 so I only need it for a night. Going to return the device right after 😅
Can you play warzone on this? Just trying to get a personal hotspot for a room I’m renting out and the wifi that’s already in the place is SOOO slow. Just trying to get something that I can play warzone on with friends without having to get a big company hotspot
I have played Black ops on it, multiplayer and zombies and I thought it was very playable, but for the price you might be better off adding another modem onto whatever internet you or your landlord currently have, then you could have your own hard wire connection or wifi without other people clogging up your bandwith.
If you have verizon the mobile hotspot off your phone is plenty good. I use mine to game. Only downside is huge updates take forever once you use up your high-speed it have 30gb high-speed. However if you don't have to update your in business if you do do it at night its faster. You can also add more high speed. I don't bug you can definitely play lag free high speed or not its unlimited though.
If your hotspot is displaying an “Invalid SIM” message, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue: Check the SIM Installation: Ensure that the SIM card is correctly inserted into the hotspot. Sometimes, improper seating of the SIM can cause connectivity problems. Turn off your hotspot before removing and reinserting the SIM card. Make sure it’s snugly in place. Inspect the SIM Card: Examine the SIM card for any visible damage or signs of wear. If it appears damaged, you may need to replace it. If you have a spare SIM card (or can obtain one), try inserting it into the hotspot to see if the issue persists. Update APN Settings: When you insert a new SIM card, the hotspot usually updates its APN (Access Point Name) settings automatically. However, if there was an error during the process, manual configuration might be necessary. Check your hotspot’s user manual or visit the manufacturer’s website for instructions on how to configure APN settings manually. Contact Your ISP (Carrier): If the problem persists, reach out to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or carrier. They can verify if the SIM card is properly provisioned and whether there are any known issues. They may also provide a PIN (Personal Identification Number) to unlock the SIM card if needed. Factory Reset (as a last resort): Some users have reported success after performing a factory reset on their hotspot. However, be aware that this will erase any customized settings. Follow your hotspot’s instructions to perform a factory reset. Remember that the SIM card is essential for connecting to the network, so ensuring it’s functioning correctly is crucial. If none of the above steps resolve the issue, consider contacting your ISP or visiting a store to get further assistance. 📶
I'm looking for something that my 4 children can do there school work on. They are homeschooled and there's a lot of videos that tyey have to play for their schoolwork. 4 kids Mon-Fri during the day watching school videos and taking tests, interactive stuff, etc all at the same time on 4 different devices. Would this work or does someone else have a better suggestion? Also does it have an ethernet hookup. Sometimes I have to hook my laptop up through ethernet.
Thats weird, I would suggest making sure that your data plan is active and that your PC is properly connected with the correct wifi password for the hotspot.
@@Chris.activity thanks wait you said you live in rural area ..right?? Sorry if I'm wrong or far from any antenna...?? I live in Atlanta Georgia so you think this will work .. I got a tmobile hotspot .. promising 5g .. abarely get full bars and can't even play gamepass on it not even once....I just want it to play at my job outside the house ..
@@KingLion00 Well this simple mobile hotspot does run off of Tmobile towers, so it should be very comparable to any other Tmobile service in terms of reception for you. In this video I am in rural Oregon, getting an average of 1-2 bars, 3 Max, with only 4g no 5g, but That hasn't really stopped me from being able to play any game in particular. In fact sometimes I run gamebar with xbox party chat as well. Being in a rural area might actually help me, even though I have fewer bars there are less people congesting the network, where as in a place like Atlanta I can only imagine how many people are trying to use that Tmobile bandwith at the same time as you.
I think some others have mentioned compatibility issues with Ps4, I've never used it with one but try making sure its connecting to the 2.4 Ghz and not the 5 Ghz bandwith from the hotspot.
I seem to get Alot of online gameplay out of my data, For rocket league 30GB should get you at least 1000 matches . I've seen estimates that each Rocket league game uses maybe 6 or 7 MB of data. It's video streaming that will eat your data up real quick. Also if your on a Pc make sure your connection is set to metered in wifi settings, and keep an eye on apps or programs that might be using background data.
Not sure but from my research some say 150-200 mbs per hour for cod. So with my plan for example 25 GB of hotspot I should be able to play 5 hours a day and probably have some left over.
Two different T-Mobile chat techs told me their 30 day plans aren’t non conservative. Both said you after activation you have 30 calendar days to use it and one of them said after 60 days the account is no longer active. Are they right or wrong based on your use? It’s possible they. Are
I'm not sure about T mobile, this was a prepaid "simple mobile" device that operated on T mobiles network. I had it inactive for month stretches and never had the account deactivated. Hard to say what its like now though, the wireless industry is always changing
Hey great question, I've had a few #1's in Fortnite using it, solo and duos. I would say Fortnite pings tend to be slightly lower than my typical rocket league ping while using it.
Does it blast through the data? I got a Verizon 150 gigabyte and burned through it in a week😢 I've been told you use a lot more data this way but it doesn't make since to me. My service is now slowed down for the rest of the month😢 can't play anything.
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This helps me out a lot I do a lot of overlanding in camping trips in different states and my phone's hotspot is a hit or miss
Mint mobile always worked good for me when I needed an extra few gigs of hotspot from my phone. We tried streaming on a buddies Verizon phone hotspot one time and it was useless, even with 3 bars signal.
@@Chris.activityis it work good with PS4?
Thanks for uploading this video I moved into a travel trailer but haven’t been able to play video games wasn’t sure what to do
Rocket league, a man of culture I see. Great video thank you.
I recommend a beelink set 5 pro 5800h for lower wattage usage without any issues in quality, 52 watts tops.
Whos here 2024 . And tired of internet prices
Very easy to understand, great confidence, good video👍i fw it
Hey Man I also play on Hotspot but on my phone Hotspot 📱.
I'm trying to get my hands on the No Contact Hotspot and just have to buy Hotspot Cards.
Where do I go to get one ??
How much Ping and Packet Loss Do you get ??
And can I stream on what you have ??
I got this one at Target, but that was a while ago I'm not sure if they still sell them there. The ping will really depend on network congestion as with any cellular based network but usually was around 60-80. Are you talking about streaming your gameplay? I just don't think hotspot upload speeds would be good enough for that.
So I recently bought this device I think.
What card would you recommend for 5+hrs of gaming a day?
Would a 100gbs be enough for the month?
This video 2yrs old is this deal still available and is it worth it 2024 goiigg on 2025?
Great question, I think alot of the "in home internet" options that phone companies have now would be a much better value.
Do you have a link for the Hotspot by chance?
its at walmart only one
How long does 40gb last u
They now have 100gb for 50 dollars
Killing it in rocket league
what is something that you would suggest for a truck driver
Probably the us cellular or Tmobile 4g internet plans, then using a dc to ac inverter to power whatever modem they use.
Are there any portable wifi devices that actually have a unlimited plan?
As far as I know there are not, in terms of battery powered "mobile" hotspots. However the modems for T mobile and US cellular in home internet could be easily powered by a battery and inverter.
Yes they made one same company they sell them at Walmart rougher costs 99 bucks and you can buy the scratch on card I would go with that over this hotspot
@@Quickdrawoutlaw0544 good to know
Does it work good with no caps so if I was to use it for my PlayStation, it won’t act up a lot?
I never had an issue with it, but I only used it with my gaming laptop. Not sure if playstations are pickier about their wifi source
Do ypou know if I can change the APN ? To get a better connection?
Do you have to switch it to 5g. Cuz i remeber now most games require it. I purchased the 100 gig and i just eant to game online
I've never had to do that with my games or my Omen laptop. Are you gaming on a newer console?
It’s 5g at all times I was thinking the same thing but nah it’s not lol the guy at Best Buy laughed at me when I asked him 😂😂
So I'm getting something like this today so I can have wifi. You think this was a good purchased?
If you're in an area where you can't get cable based internet its a decent alternative, just have to make sure you are conserving data so you dont use up the 40gb in a few days
@@Chris.activity I do but I'm not allowed to install internet where I'm at even tho we have the signal for it. Is there any unlimited options you could suggest?
@@Chris.activity ty for responding quick as well
@@Pootern I don't know of any unlimited hotpsots. Seems like alot of phone plans will have unlimited phone data but cap the hotspot at a very low number. You could maybe look into Starlink, the up front cost is high, but the monthly price isn't to bad and I believe it's unlimited.
@@Chris.activity what happens if you do? there is NO unlimited? if not, can you add more and more and more if need be?
UPdate? i need one
Does Straight talk offer unlimited data??
Or you have to keep buying cards as the data runs up??
From what I remember they didn't have an unlimited plan, and there data to dollar ratio was not good.
Straighttalk has 2 hotspot prepaid data cards, a 10gb hotspot data card for $25 and a 100gb hotspot data card for $50. The Straighttalk prepaid hotspot device cost $49.88 . Never tried either, but i am thinking about it.
This thing really lasted u 30 days?? It lasted me 4 but I did have to update cod twice and I got the 100gb
Yea updates use alot, I always tried to use any other wifi possible for those.
@ idk what carrier you have but for only 10 bucks I get 100gb of hotspot off Verizon
@@Quickdrawoutlaw0544 I don't currently have a hotspot other than whats already included in my mint mobile plan, but that sounds like a good deal you're getting.
Is that hotspot box the same hotspot box model for Straighttalk prepaid hotspot box?
I believe it is. I went with this one because it had a better price to data ratio than straight talk, but I think there are even better options now days.
@@Chris.activity Ok. I have seen a Netgear Nighthawk M1 MR1100 4GLTE hotspot that may get up to over 100 mbps downlad speed and maybe 19 mbps upload speed. It cost more though $100+ to $200+, but it may have unlimited data card. Not sure Netgear hospot would work in my area though. I just want a prepaid hotspot device with prepaid data card, without getting into a contract plan. In time better prepaid hotspot devices with better data cards will come along.
It would be nice if there were more prepaid hotspots out there with good data allotments. In the 2 years since I made this video it unfortunately seems like there really aren't new options. T mobile has decent in home 5G internet, but its not prepaid. their prepaid data plan looks like $50 for 50gb.@@Slim1423
@@Chris.activity Yeah. I have a Straighttalk phone, and with a $55 plan i get 15gb of free hotspot data on my phone each 30 days. There is a Straighttalk prepaid hotspot device with $25 for 10gb of prepaid data or 100gb data for $50. Haven't tried prepaid hotspot though. What may happen in the future, since hospot devices don't seem to sell a lot, is that Straighttalk and other companies may increase the hotspot data on the prepaid cell phones, to save on cost of building separate hotspot devices. You would probably have to increase hotspot data separately with hotspot data card, if needed. Hotspot data on my phone works good, but the data runs out fast, if connected with Onn 4k streaming box from Walmart.
Can I use this for NBA2K & Transformers Earth Wars on my iPad Pro?
I have played 2K21 with this, and it was just ok gampelay. Even with good internet 2K online is pretty sketch. I've never played transformers or used it with an ipad though.
Is there any unlimited data option at all or is it strictly set amounts and once it's used up does it just slow down the wifi drastically?
I would go with T mobile or US cellular in home internet, this has no umlimited option.
Cant connect hotspot on my x box x but on my phone is shows up
I have US cellular home internet Netgear orbi LBR20 off the grid
Looks like they have unlimited for $70? For the price I would clearly choose that over simple mobile. T-mobile also has some good home internet options now as well.
This thing only lasted me 4 days lol updated my cod twice and it was a wrap good thing u have 14 days to return this shit just can’t get ur money back for the scratcher card
What gb speed do you recommend I should purchase for video streaming from my laptop? Going to stream ufc 300 so I only need it for a night. Going to return the device right after 😅
Can you keep it plugged in if you’re in the grid so the battery won’t run out?
Yes definately, I keep it plugged in sometimes, just depends on if my signal is weak and I need to place it up higher in the room.
Im using mine for xbox and port firwarding doesnt work.
Can you play warzone on this? Just trying to get a personal hotspot for a room I’m renting out and the wifi that’s already in the place is SOOO slow. Just trying to get something that I can play warzone on with friends without having to get a big company hotspot
I have played Black ops on it, multiplayer and zombies and I thought it was very playable, but for the price you might be better off adding another modem onto whatever internet you or your landlord currently have, then you could have your own hard wire connection or wifi without other people clogging up your bandwith.
If you have verizon the mobile hotspot off your phone is plenty good. I use mine to game. Only downside is huge updates take forever once you use up your high-speed it have 30gb high-speed. However if you don't have to update your in business if you do do it at night its faster. You can also add more high speed. I don't bug you can definitely play lag free high speed or not its unlimited though.
I used to play warzone on this when I was away for work and renting a place. It did work.
How is the "range" as far as distance you can be away from the hotspot and still have signal?
For me it was about 20 feet, with no other networks or signals near me.
I’m having trouble connecting mine to my PlayStation any suggestions ?
Just keep retrying it
I haven't used mine in a while and just tried to reactivate it but it said my sim card was invalid. Do I need a new sim card?
If your hotspot is displaying an “Invalid SIM” message, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:
Check the SIM Installation:
Ensure that the SIM card is correctly inserted into the hotspot. Sometimes, improper seating of the SIM can cause connectivity problems.
Turn off your hotspot before removing and reinserting the SIM card. Make sure it’s snugly in place.
Inspect the SIM Card:
Examine the SIM card for any visible damage or signs of wear. If it appears damaged, you may need to replace it.
If you have a spare SIM card (or can obtain one), try inserting it into the hotspot to see if the issue persists.
Update APN Settings:
When you insert a new SIM card, the hotspot usually updates its APN (Access Point Name) settings automatically. However, if there was an error during the process, manual configuration might be necessary.
Check your hotspot’s user manual or visit the manufacturer’s website for instructions on how to configure APN settings manually.
Contact Your ISP (Carrier):
If the problem persists, reach out to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or carrier. They can verify if the SIM card is properly provisioned and whether there are any known issues.
They may also provide a PIN (Personal Identification Number) to unlock the SIM card if needed.
Factory Reset (as a last resort):
Some users have reported success after performing a factory reset on their hotspot. However, be aware that this will erase any customized settings.
Follow your hotspot’s instructions to perform a factory reset.
Remember that the SIM card is essential for connecting to the network, so ensuring it’s functioning correctly is crucial. If none of the above steps resolve the issue, consider contacting your ISP or visiting a store to get further assistance. 📶
I'm looking for something that my 4 children can do there school work on. They are homeschooled and there's a lot of videos that tyey have to play for their schoolwork. 4 kids Mon-Fri during the day watching school videos and taking tests, interactive stuff, etc all at the same time on 4 different devices. Would this work or does someone else have a better suggestion? Also does it have an ethernet hookup. Sometimes I have to hook my laptop up through ethernet.
No ethernet hookup, and videos will eat through the 40gb's real quick. I recommend T mobile in home internet or Us cellular's internet plan.
do you think? that you can play fifa online with this internet?
I don't see why not, but I would opt for the T mobile or us cellular internet plan instead of simple mobile.
Ok so every time I try and use it on my PC it's doesn't let me play games nor go online
Thats weird, I would suggest making sure that your data plan is active and that your PC is properly connected with the correct wifi password for the hotspot.
Damn. Now I want a gtr for rocket league 🤣💀 didn’t even know u could do that
😅Not sure if it was a limited time only thing or if its still in the item shop, but lately I've been using the hatchback
Will it work for gamepass ??
It should! I used gamepass with it to play Halo infinite and flight simulator.
@@Chris.activity so just I need the horspot device and the prepaid sim???
@@KingLion00 It should come with the sim card, mine did. Then you just activate it on their website, make an account and add a data plan.
@@Chris.activity thanks wait you said you live in rural area ..right?? Sorry if I'm wrong or far from any antenna...?? I live in Atlanta Georgia so you think this will work .. I got a tmobile hotspot .. promising 5g .. abarely get full bars and can't even play gamepass on it not even once....I just want it to play at my job outside the house ..
@@KingLion00 Well this simple mobile hotspot does run off of Tmobile towers, so it should be very comparable to any other Tmobile service in terms of reception for you. In this video I am in rural Oregon, getting an average of 1-2 bars, 3 Max, with only 4g no 5g, but That hasn't really stopped me from being able to play any game in particular. In fact sometimes I run gamebar with xbox party chat as well. Being in a rural area might actually help me, even though I have fewer bars there are less people congesting the network, where as in a place like Atlanta I can only imagine how many people are trying to use that Tmobile bandwith at the same time as you.
How can I connect my ps4 to it
I think some others have mentioned compatibility issues with Ps4, I've never used it with one but try making sure its connecting to the 2.4 Ghz and not the 5 Ghz bandwith from the hotspot.
How many hours of say rocket league play alone would you get out of this or days on 30GB of data? Seems my 30 goes in days just trying to compare.
I seem to get Alot of online gameplay out of my data, For rocket league 30GB should get you at least 1000 matches . I've seen estimates that each Rocket league game uses maybe 6 or 7 MB of data. It's video streaming that will eat your data up real quick. Also if your on a Pc make sure your connection is set to metered in wifi settings, and keep an eye on apps or programs that might be using background data.
@@Chris.activity can u make an estimate on how much data fortnite would take?
@@AnthonySeeingGreen I would say about 50-100MB per hour of gameplay.
Not sure but from my research some say 150-200 mbs per hour for cod. So with my plan for example 25 GB of hotspot I should be able to play 5 hours a day and probably have some left over.
You think this works far away like if I go to Mexico
I highly doubt this works outside of the US.
How do you connect it to your PlayStation
It should connect just like any other wifi network would, I have never used it with a Playstation though.
Question what hotspot plan did you buy for this device
When I was using it I would get the 40gb plan.
Does it work in dead spots?
😂😂
Two different T-Mobile chat techs told me their 30 day plans aren’t non conservative. Both said you after activation you have 30 calendar days to use it and one of them said after 60 days the account is no longer active. Are they right or wrong based on your use? It’s possible they. Are
I'm not sure about T mobile, this was a prepaid "simple mobile" device that operated on T mobiles network. I had it inactive for month stretches and never had the account deactivated. Hard to say what its like now though, the wireless industry is always changing
Have u tried it with Fortnite
Hey great question, I've had a few #1's in Fortnite using it, solo and duos. I would say Fortnite pings tend to be slightly lower than my typical rocket league ping while using it.
@@Chris.activity yea I got it it’s not bad
Jus wish it was unlimited
Does it blast through the data? I got a Verizon 150 gigabyte and burned through it in a week😢 I've been told you use a lot more data this way but it doesn't make since to me. My service is now slowed down for the rest of the month😢 can't play anything.
can u get unlimited?
Not with simple mobile, I recommend the T mobile in home internet or Us cellular also has an unlimited option at a good price.
PredatoryBeaver 😂.
What are the speeds for the mobile hotspot
typical 4G speeds, 1-2MB/s is what I usually got.
I just want to stream movies and TH-cam
4g not good for gaming
U didn’t show ping
5:50, For rocket league my average is 80-120.
Thanks for the vid