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Netgear Unite
This AT&T Unite is no longer available.
Overall rating
3.8
Design
4.2
Features
3.6
Performance
5.0
of 20 AT&T Unite reviewers recommend this product
HIGH RATING
Rated 5 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
5.05
3/28/2013
Amazing!
This is one amazing mobile product! I normally do not write reviews but I just had to write one about this product.
I've used mobile internet since early days with the 128k Ricochet PCMCIA cards. Being a field based resource for a large IT company I need consistent connectivity for multiple devices (laptops/tablets). I've used every device on every network worldwide and have found ATT 4G/LTE to be the most reliable/fastest and the Unite device to be the easiest I've used!
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LOW RATING
Rated 1 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
1.05
6/2/2013
Not gaming console friendly
Although this device works as it should, it advertises that you can connect your gaming consoles to it. It sets your NATto type 3 strict which means it is limiting your content. After chatting with a tech i was informed that although the device description says it can do this, their network is not capable of doing this, the ports that you need to be open are blocked and they cannot be unblocked. So the whole reason i bought the device was to play my xbox or playstation 3 online with my friends jSee more
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Design
Design, 4.2 out of 54.2
Features
Features, 3.6 out of 53.6
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Performance, 5.0 out of 55.0
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5 out of 5 stars.
Amazing!
13 years ago
This is one amazing mobile product! I normally do not write reviews but I just had to write one about this product.
I've used mobile internet since early days with the 128k Ricochet PCMCIA cards. Being a field based resource for a large IT company I need consistent connectivity for multiple devices (laptops/tablets). I've used every device on every network worldwide and have found ATT 4G/LTE to be the most reliable/fastest and the Unite device to be the easiest I've used!
USB devices while good simply are a challenge to set up and you usually cannot share. You are required to install software on your computer which takes over the native functionality of Windows of OSX Its usually a challenge to set up, it never works, crashes and when you have an update it almost always goes wrong. It also kills your battery life and you can snap it off in the USB port (I've done this).
With the unite all you do is simply turn it on and connect to with your wifi; that's it! All you need to know to connect to the Unite is presented on the large color display. Battery life is amazing; all day (over 11 hours) and since it uses usb you can use you existing chargers.
I also like the fact the device is "No frills". It doesn't have anything extra which doesn't drain battery life like a memory slot. I've used memory slots with MiFi devices; they are slow and draw down our WiFI bandwidth. If you need to transfer files get a USB stick! It also has the ability to attach a booster antenna to it for those times you are out in the sticks.
I also like how it displays your transfer amount and how many days are left in your contract. You do not need to launch an application or log in to a website.
For me I've been able to keep the device in my car or backpack when I make a customer call; completely out of site. Many customers will ask you to remove a USB device for "Security" reasons (remember most USB devices double as a memory stick - a security risk).
In short BUY THIS DEVICE! Don't waste your money on a USB device or another more fancy looking MiFi's that use special SIM cards and batteries. You'll love the device and ATT 4G/LTE (I get 10mb down and 2mb up - DSL speeds)!
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1 out of 5 stars.
Not gaming console friendly
13 years ago
Although this device works as it should, it advertises that you can connect your gaming consoles to it. It sets your NATto type 3 strict which means it is limiting your content. After chatting with a tech i was informed that although the device description says it can do this, their network is not capable of doing this, the ports that you need to be open are blocked and they cannot be unblocked. So the whole reason i bought the device was to play my xbox or playstation 3 online with my friends just got shot down. I find it extremely frustrating that i cannot play online even though it says you can.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great device for work and play
9 years ago
I travel 75% of the time for work, I have this set up in my RV to use for work and for gaming. It has been a solid device from day 1. It works well with my vpn system for work and in my spare time I use it for on line gaming with my Xbox One and PS 4.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Design
Design, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Features, 5.0 out of 55.0
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1 out of 5 stars.
H20 bolt
10 years ago
I bought this yesterday purchased 5g and only after streaming 1 movie on my phone it used up all the gigabytes are u serious!
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Features
Features, 1.0 out of 51.0
Ease of use
Ease of use, 3.0 out of 53.0
Battery life
Battery life, 4.0 out of 54.0
Display
Display, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Design, 1.0 out of 51.0
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Value of Product, 1.0 out of 51.0
4 out of 5 stars.
Good, Needs Work
10 years ago
I've been using the Unite hotspot for about six months now. Connecting new devices to it is relatively simple but there are a few gotchas that have bitten me.
First, my windows laptop will, after hours of use, sometimes lose the ability to resolve HTTP when using this device (and only this device) causing web page requests to hang forever. The only fix I've worked out is to reboot the computer. PING still works when HTTP doesn't, suggesting some sort of resolver problem. Because this doesn't happen on my other networks it more likely is an issue at AT&T's end than mine.
Second, speed at Metrotech in Brooklyn where I work (with three bars sig strength) is abysmal. Truly AOL dial-up speeds at times. I never seem to see any sort of persistent activity on the 4G indicator either, though it occasionally twitches. This is annoying because I bought the device for at-work private internet connectivity (my corporate firewalls block software forums and won't allow me to download manuals etc). I'm currently watching a 105 MB download to my laptop bouncing around a predicted 1hour 15 minute delivery.
Third, the Unite screen has no security lock. If you leave it unattended, anyone can access any screen and all parameters, including the connection "secret" code (which is displayed openly on the screen by default). This is just silly. Every phone offers the option to put a security lock on the controls, and has done for over a decade.
So four stars instead of the five it was on track for when it was still in the box.
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Features
Features, 3.0 out of 53.0
Ease of use
Ease of use, 5.0 out of 55.0
Battery life
Battery life, 5.0 out of 55.0
Display
Display, 4.0 out of 54.0
Design
Design, 5.0 out of 55.0
Value of Product
Value of Product, 4.0 out of 54.0
4 out of 5 stars.
Does the job but display very fragile
11 years ago
This unit is perfect for my use. We travel a lot and in the car use has been fantastic. I was able to cancel my ipad data service and use the ipad wifi connection in the car and on the road in the hotels. Have connected 4 pc's at a time and still was happy with the throughput. Replaced my old USD Mercury data connect finger and would never go back.
Investigating using it as my exclusive internet connection at home and shutting off my cable internet.
Very disappointed in display, very fragile. Had it in my bag and after I removed it I found out the display had been damaged. No way to get it repaired. Make sure unit is in a protective case when not being used.
Battery is annoying in that you can't keep it plugged in. Once battery is charged the screen tells you to disconnect powercord, guess you can't keep it connected after full charge.
Prosbattery life, Wi-fi Capability, Ease of Use
Consfragile display
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Q: I had my device checked at the AT&T store. It kept reading no days left. When I started using it at home this message keeps coming on "Change advanced settings from web browser once you are connected over Wi-Fi." have no idea what to do , if anything.
8 years ago0 Answers
Q: Can I use a Mimo roof mount antenna with the unite?
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Q: I turn on the Personal Hotspot feature on my iPhone for internet connectivity. I typically only have 1-2 bars on my iPhone. Will the "reception" on a Unite Hot Spot provide me with "better reception" & faster downloads?
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Q: Can this be used as a prepaid device
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Q: Does the AT&T Unite record the history of what the connected devices have viewed?
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Q: where is the battery located? how to open and replace battery?
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Q: Is the attunite website down or was it given a new web name?
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Q: How can I buy the charging cable to charge my iPhone from my Unite hot spot ? I do not have this cable
9 years ago2 Answers
- A: Howdy Drena, That’s a great question and a great solution! You can certainly purchase any device at full price (including GoPhone’s) and use it on your AT&T postpaid account! You can use the Samsung Galaxy Go Prime and continue to pay the AT&T Next installments on the Samsung Edge. The Samsung Galaxy Go Prime, will come with a pre-paid SIM card as it is sold as a GoPhone. You can use your current activated AT& SIM card in the Go Prime if it fits. If not, you can swing by your local AT&T corporate store and get a new postpaid SIM card activated at no cost. Please visit https://www.att.com/maps/store-locator.html and locate an AT&T store near you and set up an appointment, if you are needing to get a new postpaid SIM card. Hope this helps! Rocco, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: So I recently bought my older brotherdrs art unite mobile hotspot and iam trying to activate it and it says when I looked plans not available in my area can this be hooked up theogh other wireless company's besides just art?
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello mzundersttd Thank you for posting your question, and I apologize about the issue you are having. I researched the location your question was posted from and found that AT&T does offer data service for the Mobile Hotspot in Flint MI. Please visit https://www.att.com/maps/wireless-coverage.html to view AT&T’s coverage map. I would recommend to connect with AT&T at 1-800-331-0500 and speak with a representative to ensure this is the case. Unfortunately, AT&T is not able to unlock Mobile Hotspot devices to be used on another carries network. Thanks Tim, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: what is the maximum distance the unite 2736 will send
10 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello edjast- That's a great question! I connected with Netgear and was advised the connection can reach a distance of up to 50 feet, given there are no obstacles or any other items that will block the signal. Check out http://www.att.com/support_static_files/manuals/ATT_Unite.pdf for the user’s manual. Hope this helps! -Spencer O AT&T Social Media Manager10 years agoHelpful?
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