Portable mifi

[BrochMike]

Unlocked 5G Mobile Broadband WiFi Wireless Router Portable MiFi Hotspot 2100mAh​

Sadly the title is misleading - check specs before you buy...
Definitely NOT 5G.

I've reported the dodgy tactics to sleaze-Bay.

 

[Manic]

Sadly the title is misleading - check specs before you buy...
Definitely NOT 5G.

I've reported the dodgy tactics to sleaze-Bay.

I think they say 5g meaning 5hrz

 

[BrochMike]

I think they say 5g meaning 5hrz

E-bay's AI has already got back to me to confim the listing is not in breach of their policy so they will not be taking any action...

So plenty of unsuspecting buyers will think they are getting an absolute bargain (when they are just getting an old bit of tech, at a not ridiculously low price).

At least, for most folk, it's probably all they really need anyway!

 

[steve69]

Sadly the title is misleading - check specs before you buy...
Definitely NOT 5G.

I've reported the dodgy tactics to sleaze-Bay.

Thanks for that. Simpletons like me are the type of people these adverts are aimed at.

 

[BrochMike]

Simpletons like me

I think my phrase was 'unsuspecting'

Sleaze-bay's reaction to legitimate reports of 'mis-use' (such as obvious MH selling scams) is just another reason for me to avoid them at all costs.

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[andyman]

Just seen this on Amazon, thoughts

Amazon.co.uk

 

[Gellyneck]

Just seen this on Amazon, thoughts

Amazon.co.uk

It's only a 4g CAT4 unit and can't/won't deliver best access to mobile signal bands. Don't ask me what I'm talking about 'cause I haven't a clue but there are a couple of recent threads where this is discussed in detail.

We recently upgraded our Huawei e5577cs to this https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/28580458...pid=5339023013&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1

 

[Ditcha]

Just a note for anyone thinking of purchasing the refurbished ZTE from eBay I purchased the grade c one for £145 and when it arrived (next day) it's like new not a mark on it anywhere.

 

[Manic]

Just a note for anyone thinking of purchasing the refurbished ZTE from eBay I purchased the grade c one for £145 and when it arrived (next day) it's like new not a mark on it anywhere.

I hope your right about condition because I’ve got a grade c one arriving today, after your recommendation I also got it for £137 because eBay offered 5% discount

 

[MichaelT]

Has anyone got a mifi for sale. My 5 year old Huawei seems to be giving problems.

Yes I've got one in the ads for sale.

TP-Link M7350 4G mifi router

For sale used TP-Link M3750 mifi unit. Used but in good condition and full working order. 4G LTE, dual band (2.4 & 5), long battery life approx 10 hours, micro sd slot for data sharing. Ideal for use in the van or at home, data roaming for fast data...

www.motorhomefun.co.uk

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[Manic]

I hope your right about condition because I’ve got a grade c one arriving today, after your recommendation I also got it for £137 because eBay offered 5% discount

Well I’ve collected the ZTE and Ditcha you must have been lucky, I went for the Grade C (heavy marks) from eBay seller and it’s really bad.
OK I lied not a mark on it, just got to set it up later.

 

[Gellyneck]

Manic Ditcha

I've just uploaded a soft copy version of the OEM and Vodafone user manuals for the ZTE MU5001 to the Resources section if of any use.

ZTE MU5001 mifi (OEM version)

The OEM version of the ZTE MU5001 user manual

www.motorhomefun.co.uk

ZTE MU5001 mifi (Vodafone version)

The Vodafone version of the Quick Service Guide for a ZTE MU5001 mifi unit.

www.motorhomefun.co.uk

 

[BrochMike]

Just a note for anyone thinking of purchasing the refurbished ZTE from eBay I purchased the grade c one for £145 and when it arrived (next day) it's like new not a mark on it anywhere.

We recently upgraded our Huawei e5577cs

ZTE is definitely interesting - especially Grade C price (not fussed about a few marks)...

... but I would like to know if it's giving you better performance than the Huawei (specs suggest ZTE is still just Cat 4 on 4G LTE).

Lack of decent 5G in much of UK (for now) makes 4G performance more important.

 

[Manic]

ZTE is definitely interesting - especially Grade C price (not fussed about a few marks)...

... but I would like to know if it's giving you better performance than the Huawei (specs suggest ZTE is still just Cat 4 on 4G LTE).

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Lack of decent 5G in much of UK (for now) makes 4G performance more important.

They are cat 20

 

[BrochMike]

specs suggest ZTE is still just Cat 4 on 4G LTE

Just found "cat 22" in a different spec sheet - so should be a big improvement.

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[Gellyneck]

Just found "cat 22" in a different spec sheet - so should be a big improvement.

I also found conflicting info on CAT20/22 however, I THINK, the 22 was for when it had an RJ45 port but possibly (almost certainly!) wrong.

 

[Manic]

Well I’ve got it up and running and it’s working well, better than the Huawei B535.
I’ve got my smarty in it but also tried wife’s 1p mobile which uses EE and that’s definitely better than Smarty.
Been playing with settings and found you don’t get full site till you change the password, interesting and frustrating times a head.
Pleased so far.

 

[Gellyneck]

Well I’ve got it up and running and it’s working well, better than the Huawei B535.
I’ve got my smarty in it but also tried wife’s 1p mobile which uses EE and that’s definitely better than Smarty.
Been playing with settings and found you don’t get full site till you change the password, interesting and frustrating times a head.
Pleased so far.

 

[BrochMike]

Well I’ve got it up and running and it’s working well, better than the Huawei B535.
I’ve got my smarty in it but also tried wife’s 1p mobile which uses EE and that’s definitely better than Smarty.
Been playing with settings and found you don’t get full site till you change the password, interesting and frustrating times a head.
Pleased so far.

Out of interest, do you leave permanently on charge/USB?

I do that with my (old) Huawei and haven't had any issues but I see the ZTE manual advises against

 

[rod_vw]

Nothing at all, but if I want a mifi box, I'll have a mifi box! We each have 50Gb on our Spanish phone Sims, but we regularly use it all. And we're away for 6 months ...

You must have found something better to look at than us if you are using 1000gb per month!
We're on 25gb each per month and don't get any where near busting that. Mind you it might be different if we were football fans!

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[Gellyneck]

Out of interest, do you leave permanently on charge/USB?

I do that with my (old) Huawei and haven't had any issues but I see the ZTE manual advises against

As with all rechargeable batteries leaving them permanently charging is not recommended as it shortens their lifespan

 

[Manic]

Out of interest, do you leave permanently on charge/USB?

I do that with my (old) Huawei and haven't had any issues but I see the ZTE manual advises against

I’ve been monitoring the battery percentage and turning on usb when it gets to 40% but I have noticed whilst in use the percentage doesn’t get to 100%.
I did try removing the battery and turning on power but just got battery symbol ( I know nighthawk m1 can run without battery)
I’ve also downloaded the ZTE app and that makes it easier to check and change stuff.

 

[Gellyneck]

I’ve been monitoring the battery percentage and turning on usb when it gets to 40% but I have noticed whilst in use the percentage doesn’t get to 100%.
I did try removing the battery and turning on power but just got battery symbol ( I know nighthawk m1 can run without battery)
I’ve also downloaded the ZTE app and that makes it easier to check and change stuff.

I think I read somewhere that it stops charging if in use at less than 100% to better maintain the battery.