Me-Oh-My MiFi Is One Little Powerful Router

By Contributor Wireless and Mobile News on December 14, 2008 5:35 PM

Novatel Wireless, unveiled MiFi last week. I's a teeny tiny, intelligent mobile hotspot router that fits in your pocket or handbag. MiFi is about ths size of credit card and connects to HSPA and EVDO networks.

MiFi creates a personal cloud of high-speed Internet connectivity that can be shared between multiple users and Wi-Fi devices such as laptops, cameras, gaming devices and multimedia players. It supports of 5 users at the same time. It also has a microSD slot avaiable to store data.

MiFi also serves as an intelligent, open platform capable of hosting advanced software applications.

Featuring an internal battery providing over forty hours standby and up to four hours of active use on a single charge, the MiFi product line enables users to access high-speed Internet from anywhere there is a cellular connection, including moving vehicles where multiple passengers may need Internet access.

Certain MiFi configurations support applications such as auto VPN, automatic syncing of email and optional remote management capabilities for the enterprise IT manager. MiFi offers a robust platform capable of hosting third party applications that extend the reach and control of the enterprise when dealing with remote mobile assets.

With MiFi, consumers can consolidate and personalize their mobile Internet services through a convenient landing page whether they are at home, in the car or on the go. For the wireless operator, the MiFi landing page provides a window to the user to offer additional content and services. MiFi will continue to evolve in order to support applications and services for individuals and families leading a mobile lifestyle.

The MiFi line of Intelligent Mobile Hotspots will be commercially available in 1H09 through a variety of Novatel Wireless' global tier-one operator customers and retail channels.