My grandparents have a similar device to this on O2 that they use as home broadband (they only use about 30GB a month) on a 2 year plan with 40GB data including device for £29/month and so far they have been pleased with it. Its much faster than any other option they can get in their area. They can get about 3 bars of 4G and a speed of 20Mbit down and 15Mbit up
Can you control NAT settings for online gaming? I have problems with a strict NAT type when tethering from my phone to laptop with no option to change to moderate. Would this help?
I'd like to point out the small differences between this model and the larger varient. Larger battery USB port to use as battery bank Uses Type C to charge Has option to have 5Ghz WiFi as opposed to 2.4Ghz.
Thank you! I have a Huawei Mobile Wifi E5576-320, I like all the lights on the EE Mobile Wifi, but they are both really small, compact and easy to use if your in an area where you need to pay for the hotspot of it's password encrypted, you could just bring your own.
Hi. Is this provider independant? I mean can i use it in france with a sim from french mobile network provider such as orange or sfr? Is EE the name of mobile provider in GB?
Thank's Peter, I've always liked you and your videos. I found this one, as usual, to be comprehensive and informative, and on the strength of your info., am enjoying using my EE4G Mini Wifi router with no issues. I think they're brilliant little devices, maybe a bit pricey to run?, but I've been getting a good, strong signal from it wherever I am, and I enjoy the convenience of a guaranteed connection from this easy to carry around little box!. Again, many thank's Peter 😉
I just bought the upgraded version of this and the sim cannot be detected it just says no sim when u try to set it up which leads to no signal. Could I have a faulty sim??
How good will this compare to wifi boxes because im going on holliday and need to use it for my ps4 and phone Is it about the same as phone mobile data or is it a lot better?
Thanks so much for your review, this video helped me during storm bella - no broadband at home and didnt know how to get into the admin console to add my prepaid APN details.
Hey Peter - I wonder if with your expertise you could help me? I think Openreach are installing FTTH/P infrastructure in my lane and the Council has kind of confirmed this but I'm not certain as we are in the middle of nowhere. If I showed you the snaps I took of the telegraph pole furniture I've seen installed (seen some evidence of underground install but nothing on the poles is connected to the ground near my house (yet), would you be able to tell? Can I link them here?
Great video but id say if this is for home use you are better off with Huaweis B315 or E5186 as those routers do the same but get a much better signal. My EE mini does 40 down and 7 up but I also have an Huawei B315 which gets 67 down and 28 up as well. If you need the portability go for the mini but if its for home pick up a 4g router instead.
i don't understand. why would you use this? most phones can now be used as hotspots so with me i top up with giffgaff get 5gb and i then share that in the car with family using hotspot on my phone. i dont understand why this is needed???
I've just got the device and i'm registering with EE, they are asking for my 4GEE WIFI number, where can I find this? Tried all numbers in box but not working. Many thanks
If you go on add-on.ee.co.uk, it will provide the mobile number for the SIM. Otherwise, maybe what they're asking for is the IMEI which should also be on a label on the unit itself
Hang on, are EE just giving payg customers a slower device? Check the one they give free to home broadband customers, check the specs bud, i was given mine as an emgc device if my home net goes down when you will get it auto loaded to run up to 20 devices, including Streaming, Skype, online gaming, without any effort, if they can do that I'll save a fortune and leave EE and get it unlocked for unlimited data,,,,,,, mines a diff shape, check ebay, all the people who got them free are selling IMO a gadget that's under contract??
Prism don’t fucking use it in a plane u twat it’s like trying to use data on a plane it could interfere with the plane controls and crash the plane it’s happened before PEOPLE DIE!
I'll take that as a compliment! I recently made a video about the new multi hundred mbit version of that 4GEE WiFi here: th-cam.com/video/kJmp9aUgjD0/w-d-xo.html Doubt I look much different though.
OMG boy u don't half waffle on babe..! You cudve had all that down, done n dusted in 30 seconds (maybe less), but for some reason beknown only to urself u chose not to. Instead u almost bored th skimpies offa me almost to th stage where I was about to Google my local psychiatrist! LESS IS MORE SON... LESS IS MORE! Ps, but thanks for the info. Very long-winded but somewhat educational 😶
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Can I use another providers SIM card with it?
If ur data finishes on a mobile device will it not work
My grandparents have a similar device to this on O2 that they use as home broadband (they only use about 30GB a month) on a 2 year plan with 40GB data including device for £29/month and so far they have been pleased with it. Its much faster than any other option they can get in their area. They can get about 3 bars of 4G and a speed of 20Mbit down and 15Mbit up
ive read the this device can reach up to 90Mbit depending on area you live . i personally get 40 - 60 Mbit
The non mini version does 5ghz which I think is important.
Er????? Laymans terms please!!! Will it give my smart tv a wifi connection so can watch netflix etc?
Can you control NAT settings for online gaming? I have problems with a strict NAT type when tethering from my phone to laptop with no option to change to moderate. Would this help?
I'd like to point out the small differences between this model and the larger varient.
Larger battery
USB port to use as battery bank
Uses Type C to charge
Has option to have 5Ghz WiFi as opposed to 2.4Ghz.
I've lost me password, is it possible to set up another.
Also the lable on the back os missing.
Any ideas what the password is if you hit the master reset? I have lost my card with the info on it!
What if you have a sim lock?
Cann y setup this with my phone ?
Thank you! I have a Huawei Mobile Wifi E5576-320, I like all the lights on the EE Mobile Wifi, but they are both really small, compact and easy to use if your in an area where you need to pay for the hotspot of it's password encrypted, you could just bring your own.
Hi. Is this provider independant? I mean can i use it in france with a sim from french mobile network provider such as orange or sfr?
Is EE the name of mobile provider in GB?
Hi Peter would this work for my xbox
what does the red light mean?
Ca n ps4 gaming be suitable with this device. I have ee bb at home but not home as much
Hi Peter how do I change my password from MYWIFI
Go to yurr router opening page
Would you say the network speed is faster on this in comparison to using my mobile data?
Depends what phone you have. They have higher end versions now: shop.ee.co.uk/dongles/pay-monthly-mobile-broadband/4gee-wifi-2018/details for example
What’s the battery life like
How to disable battery saver?
I have problem I can use internet but cannot connect to the games using this device, help please
peter help him
Thank's Peter, I've always liked you and your videos. I found this one, as usual, to be comprehensive and informative, and on the strength of your info., am enjoying using my EE4G Mini Wifi router with no issues. I think they're brilliant little devices, maybe a bit pricey to run?, but I've been getting a good, strong signal from it wherever I am, and I enjoy the convenience of a guaranteed connection from this easy to carry around little box!. Again, many thank's Peter 😉
Is there a data limit? If so what happens after you have
Go top ..
How can I run it in Iraq and I do not have the same chip
Is the pass word different if you use a different SIM card?
Nope
Peter C ok thanks
Really helped me decide to buy. Do you know if it will be compatible with my old Windows 7 acer aspire 1 netbook?
Nicely explained and lots of info 👍🏻
I just bought the upgraded version of this and the sim cannot be detected it just says no sim when u try to set it up which leads to no signal. Could I have a faulty sim??
You probley put it in wrong way retry ok..
How good will this compare to wifi boxes because im going on holliday and need to use it for my ps4 and phone
Is it about the same as phone mobile data or is it a lot better?
TheChimp It will probably do better but check if EE is available where your going on holiday
Depends on what phone you have. EE has released some newer ones.
Can i use this when im in pakistan
Thanks so much for your review, this video helped me during storm bella - no broadband at home and didnt know how to get into the admin console to add my prepaid APN details.
Hey Peter - I wonder if with your expertise you could help me? I think Openreach are installing FTTH/P infrastructure in my lane and the Council has kind of confirmed this but I'm not certain as we are in the middle of nowhere. If I showed you the snaps I took of the telegraph pole furniture I've seen installed (seen some evidence of underground install but nothing on the poles is connected to the ground near my house (yet), would you be able to tell? Can I link them here?
Email me on pedro at pedroc.co.uk and I will take a look
I must be doing something wrong, i dont get the screens u show on ur video when i plug the box into my pc i just get an ee search page
I am from pakistan . where I live here Telenor network is working can I use in Telenor. I mean this device work in Telenor
I used it for a year and suddenly it stopped working, limited warranty. I am stuck with a router that does not function.
Do you need a phone signal for this to work
A 3G or 4g signal etc
Yes. It's a cellular modem
Does it work for connecting Xbox One to Xbox Live?
Just bought one for Glastonbury, reckon itll work?
Yeah, will do.
3:37
So it uses data , not WiFi?
I have lost my keep me info thingi is there anyway I can reset it's password manually ? Or by connecting to computer ?
Help
Ramzan Ali the password is written on the back of the device
Can you use a different sim with more data if it still ee ?
You can put unlimited data EE mobile SIMs in them yeah
@@scivids1999 thanks for getting back to me what about passwords? As I have a box and am ordering a new sim how will I get the password ?
What do you mean?
@@scivids1999 mean the wifi password ?
Will the wifi password not be different cause of different sim
You should go on tv make a few faces smile Great video
I have been on TV a couple of times.
Hi Peter. Can I connect my WiFi printer to this? If so how??
That would depend on what printer you have. But I don't see why the wireless printers I have wouldn't work on it.
My three UK mifi works fine with my printer wirelessly. Printer is a Epson xp445
Does it work abroad? Was considering getting one for my holiday to Spain.
Yep, they work abroad!
Hi Peter. Are they locked to EE?
Great video but id say if this is for home use you are better off with Huaweis B315 or E5186 as those routers do the same but get a much better signal. My EE mini does 40 down and 7 up but I also have an Huawei B315 which gets 67 down and 28 up as well. If you need the portability go for the mini but if its for home pick up a 4g router instead.
Andrew Harnaman i don’t have a landline at home so what do you recommend?
Mine didn’t come with a SIM card
i don't understand. why would you use this? most phones can now be used as hotspots so with me i top up with giffgaff get 5gb and i then share that in the car with family using hotspot on my phone. i dont understand why this is needed???
I don't understand why people use Giffgaff when there are much better value offerings on the market!
@@scivids1999 well i can't find a cheaper alternative thats better for me on pay as u go i usually pay £5 a month for mine
It's good when the network doesn't go down it's down in a Lot of places in wales right now
Can you connect the box to an Xbox 1
As it has WiFi, yes.
Rebekah Green e
Do you have to do this online??
What do you mean?
Can you get unlimited plans on this ?
Nope. 50GB is the maximum at the moment.
Can I use this on the underground, peter?
There is no mobile network coverage in the underground yet so no.
I've just got the device and i'm registering with EE, they are asking for my 4GEE WIFI number, where can I find this? Tried all numbers in box but not working. Many thanks
If you go on add-on.ee.co.uk, it will provide the mobile number for the SIM. Otherwise, maybe what they're asking for is the IMEI which should also be on a label on the unit itself
Peter C Thank you, it worked!! You are awesome
Thank you!
What’s WiFi code?
very informative, thanks peter.
Thanks, good review
The newer version is much higher spec th-cam.com/video/kJmp9aUgjD0/w-d-xo.html
Can't connect
thanx just bout 1 today hard problem puting sim in all best
Hang on, are EE just giving payg customers a slower device? Check the one they give free to home broadband customers, check the specs bud, i was given mine as an emgc device if my home net goes down when you will get it auto loaded to run up to 20 devices, including Streaming, Skype, online gaming, without any effort, if they can do that I'll save a fortune and leave EE and get it unlocked for unlimited data,,,,,,, mines a diff shape, check ebay, all the people who got them free are selling IMO a gadget that's under contract??
it is ask for sim lock num? pls tell about it what is number of sim lock?
EE can provide an unlock code for the device. However, it may cost depending on the terms you purchased the device on.
Peter C i purchaed it from uk but i come to know it is working in india?
Good review, thanks for this.
Work on a plane?
Prism don’t fucking use it in a plane u twat it’s like trying to use data on a plane it could interfere with the plane controls and crash the plane it’s happened before PEOPLE DIE!
is it just me or is this kid a lot like Will from the inbetweeners??
I'll take that as a compliment! I recently made a video about the new multi hundred mbit version of that 4GEE WiFi here: th-cam.com/video/kJmp9aUgjD0/w-d-xo.html Doubt I look much different though.
@Rogerina agreed
Tf
Lmao
OMG boy u don't half waffle on babe..! You cudve had all that down, done n dusted in 30 seconds (maybe less), but for some reason beknown only to urself u chose not to. Instead u almost bored th skimpies offa me almost to th stage where I was about to Google my local psychiatrist! LESS IS MORE SON... LESS IS MORE! Ps, but thanks for the info. Very long-winded but somewhat educational 😶
Nerd
Thank you for your kind word
DICK
You do know nerds have been popular for years NOW lol Everyone wants or tries to pretend they are some sort of nerd. FAIL on your part.
Bill Gates and Steve Jobs also Nerds. Odds on you sending your comment from their innovations = Very high. Without nerds you can't function.