Verizon - Jetpack Mifi 7730L 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot

Q: I don't have internet at home but will this unit work my home cameras to my smartphone Thanks

A: Sonny, Maybe this info will help. I recently purchased this Jet Pack for a pop up shop in Boston. As we also had no internet options, it was really the only way to go. The jet pack was to operate an IPAD pos system (Shopify), link up to Spotify for store music, and additionally run a SimplySafe alarm system equipped with (1) surveillance camera. The device is on our VZW UNlimited business plan, and for $20 bucks a month you can't beat the price. The device works great, signal never seems to fail or drop, HOWEVER........ I found within the first two months that the SimpliSafe camera when used too often for live streaming the video OR if it is set to record for too long a period (when sensors go off, upon door entry, alarm disarmed etc) and the Spotify for music CHEW THROUGH data like crazy. And while the plan is "unlimited data", after 15GB you are throttled down to speeds of 600kbps and lower per plan agreement. I was finding the usage reaching 15GB by halfway through the 30 day period, thus rendering the security camera unable to live stream without cutting out constantly. I explored a different plan option, which for Verizon is purchasing 10, 20, 50 GB etc per month. Those prices get up in the the several hundreds per month range. Quick summary, great device that does its job. Until you run devices (audio and video streaming) that consume heavy data. I find now once or twice a day quick checks on the security cam, adjusting auto record lengths on the cam, and downloading playlists directly to the ipad vs. live streaming Spotify have brought usage down to 10-15GB per month. Hope this helps!

Q: My cable delivered internet is extremely unreliable. Would this hotpot be a good replacement or just a backup? And does Verizon crank down your speed after you've reached a high data level?

A: Yes, it does. We moved to a rural area and this is our only internet source. Once we get to 22gb, it’s nothing not even google search.

Q: Does the $10/mo to Verizon include unlimited data?

A: If it does, that’s a good deal. I pay $20 per month for unlimited, though that’s a bit deceiving. It’s 15 gb for 4 G and the Your speed goes down

Q: What is the average monthly charge and how much data does it include?

A: I just went to the Verizon store to see about this product. My bill is currently $51 per month. I would have to upgrade to unlimited data plus the charge for wifi. My new bill would be $121 per month.

Q: Can I use this to watch Netflix or Roku on smart tv? Or is this only for phones or computers?

A: Yes it works well with streaming providers (Netflix/Hulu/Spectrum/Fox/Syfy/etc...). Mostly purchased it to perform video conferences using my Polycom gear and use it a lot when I travel. If you plan to stream movies I highly recommend getting the unlimited package from Verizon. One bonus on this hotspot (7730L) is I can also use it as an emergency battery pack to charge my phone.

Q: Does this product make you use up your data plan?

A: You will be sharing your data. You may have to increase your plan.

Q: Do I have to have a cell phone plan with Verizon in order to get this?

A: Nope

Q: Can you add this to an unlimited plan? Is it worth it if I only use it a few times a month when on appointments? And is there an extra monthly charge?

A: If you already have one of their unlimited plans yes you can. I added it on for $20 and get 15GB of unlimited data after that they CAP it. Now that they have three plans they each have their owj CAP. I use it at work for my laptop. It's fast and relaible and I use about 7-10GB a month. If you have a phone you can see if you have mobile hotspot and save $20 a month.