Mobile Hotspots

With so many people working and learning remotely these days, having a portable internet source for all your devices is becoming more of a necessity than a luxury. Whether you’re travelling for business, getting work done at a coffee shop, or reading your Kindle on the beach, a mobile hotspot lets you access the internet on your smartphone, laptop, or tablet without having to rely on an already established Wi-Fi signal at a home or business. With a hotspot, Wi-Fi is available for multiple devices to access at the same time. Plus, they usually work without loading any software onto devices so if you’re feeling generous, you can share the wealth with others nearby when they are given permission via a password or message request. Buying your own portable Wi-Fi device ensures that you’ll have a cellular signal virtually anywhere you go, which makes you more efficient in all your daily computing activities.

There are so many excellent options available in our Best Buy stores and online that it might feel overwhelming to narrow it down to the right one. First, consider whether you want a no-contract hotspot device or one that is compatible with the company whose data plan you already have an agreement with. Whether you need a Verizon hotspot or an AT&T hotspot, we have these carriers and other top brands in stock. Something to keep in mind before you decide is how frequently you’ll be using your personal hotspot or if you’re the only person needing access. Many phones connected to data plans can be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot, but if several family members are looking for a Mi-Fi source while on road trips, your iPhone hotspot probably isn’t going to cut it for the entire journey. Unless your plan includes unlimited data, several devices on a phone’s hotspot will quickly use up your allotted amount, which is meant to last the whole billing cycle. Another reason to proactively find a Mi-Fi hotspot solution is that using phones as hotspots will drain battery power much faster and you don’t want to be left without a charge.