Huawei E5372 4G Mobile LTE Cat4 Router On Hand

We have the 4G mobile wireless router Huawei E5372 tested on the road which provides your devices with fast LTE network. It’s also called Mobile Wi-Fi Router, and now established itself as the practical devices for 4G Internet access. Compared to simple “tethering” via smartphone, the advantages of the 4G MiFi Router are obvious: MiFi routers usually have a good reception, good wireless transmit power and a durable battery.

 

Now the Huawei E5372 mobile LTE hotspot comes on the market, and it offers speeds of up to 150 Mbit/s for the downlink and 50 Mbit/s for the uplink, depending on fare and network expansion. Through the support of Wi-Fi in the 5 GHz range, the Huawei E5372 is also suitable for trade fairs and other places where the operation of a 2.4GHz Wireless LAN is not availalbe.

 

 

Thanks to a weight of only 130 grams including the battery and dimensions of 99 mm x 62 mm x 14 mm, the Huawei E5372 is very handy and can be easily taken in pocket or backpack. The device is available in either black or white. On the front you will find a small, well-read, monochrome display that shows current information such as the reception, the network technology, the battery status and the number of connected Wi-Fi devices.

At the side of LTE mobile router, there is a micro USB cable interface for charging the battery and connects to the computer. A separate power supply is not included. The battery has a capacity of 1780 mAh and is changeable.

 

 

 

The establishment of the Huawei E5372 is simple: First, the SIM card must be inserted, then the battery and then the MiFi can be turned on with the power button on the front. After a few seconds, the E5372 is connected to the Internet, provided that no PIN protection is enabled. The configuration for wireless access is not necessary in the normal case, the Huawei E5372 recognizes the provider itself and uses the appropriate setting from a database.

 

 

The connection to tablet, Smartphone or computer is done either via USB or Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n. Normally, the wireless connection is fast enough, only if you would like to take over the full 150 Mbit/s on LTE network. The appropriate adjustment can be made using the buttons on the device, or alternatively, the configuration also by Huawei Mobile WiFi app on the tablet or smart phone or through the web interface on the computer possible. The Wi-Fi 5 GHz range is less busy frequency band and therefore less interference. For trade fairs or large events, this is worth a lot. The disadvantage of 5 GHz WLAN is the somewhat smaller range, especially in buildings.

 

 

In the test of Huawei E5372, we used the SIM cards from Vodafone and Telekom. The tariffs were activated for up to 150 MBit/s for downlink, but the maximum of 50 Mbit/s from Vodafone network LTE800 is available due to technical reasons. Overall, pretty good reception of the E5372 router could come true for uplink.  Under the Vodafone network, peak speeds of about 45 Mbit/s for downlink were possible while under the Telekom network, the maximum download speed of 118 Mbit/s was possible. On the other side, the E5372 can use the mobile Internet via GSM, UMTS in high speed.

 

 

A very important part of a mobile wireless router is the battery.  Huawei E5372 has a capacity of 1780 mAh and allows operation time of about 5-6 hours, depending on usage. Unlike many other mobile LTE hotspots, the E5372 battery can be changed in a few seconds, so for some users, a second battery could be useful.

 

 

Conclusion

The Huawei E5372 is a small mobile LTE hotspot that can score in the test with a fast modem and current WLAN technology. The software is fast and offers many options. Huawei E5372 is the perfect mobile hotspot for smartphone, tablet and other WiFi terminals. So far the router is available at 4GLTEMALL.com , you will know more about it after you get it on hand.

 

China Mainland 4G licenses Issued— Three Operators Get TD-LTE

According to information sources, the Ministry has officially released the 4G licenses to three operators this afternoon, China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom all have received TD-LTE license.

Mainland official release 4G licenses, meaning that after the 3G launched to commercial for nearly five years, three domestic telecom operators finally granted a 4G license to get a start qualification 4G commercial, the three operators will be able to achieve 4G business commercial in Mainland justifiably. These operators will thus speed up the pace of deploying 4G-related work.

In fact, before this, the three operators have invested varying degrees of resources in 4G areas. China Mobile has taken the lead in a number of cities, such as Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Beijing etc…And some of them had launched a commercial trial 4G services. It is understood that China Mobile’s next plan will expanded the cities of TD-LTE network coverage to 300 or more cities.

While China Telecom recently launched preparatory work on 4G terminal, and issued a demand books of the terminal part to the 4G mobile phone manufacturers. At present, China Telecom has completed the first LTE network equipment tender, to build a 4G Network with FDD base stations accounted 70%, TDD base stations accounted for 30%.

China Unicom launched the first LTE equipment bidding at the end of October this year, totally Purchasing 52,000 LTE base stations, including 10000 TD-LTE base stations, 34000 FDD-LTE base stations, 8000 FDD-LTE indoor stations. Meanwhile, China Unicom has a comprehensive upgrade its 3G network downlink speeds to HSPA+ 42Mbps.

It’s generally believed that the competitive landscape of the three operators in 3G era will probably be broken in the upcoming 4G era. After 4G license released, the three operators stand on the same starting line again. It says that, 4G market will be a bigger cake, the three operators who can seize the best market opportunities in the new competition, will be able to benefit from them.

In addition, after the 4G license issuance, the investment will therefore be accelerated in the entire telecommunications industry and the mobile Internet industry. Followed 4G licenses issued, mobile Internet field may also be spawned a new round of start-ups, such as high-definition video conferencing, mobile gaming, 3D navigation applications suitable for broadband mobile networks under large data will also become a reality.

However, for the majority of consumers, the 4G licensing of commercial is not equivalent to real arrival of 4G eras. It must go through a maturation process, among which there are many problems to be solved. For example, the depth of coverage of the network, the popularity and decline cost of 4G terminal, down 4G tariffs and so on.

 

Huawei E3531 HSPA+ 21.6Mbps USB Surfstick

Huawei E3531 comes available in 4th Quarter of 2013, as a new surf stick on the market. Huawei E3531 is mainly for Germany operators. Depending on the rate and network environment, the download speeds could reach up to 21.6 Mbit/s and upload speeds achievable could reach to 5.76 Mbps. The features are similar to HUAWEI E3131, which is already available in the market since 2012.

 

Basic functions

The Huawei E3531 offers dual-band UMTS (900/2100 MHz) and quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). The HUAWEI E3531 is SIM card unlocked and free for any operators. So the E3531 modem could be used in most countries in Europe, but only in the U.S. and parts of Asia, the HUAWEI E3531 can’t be used. With dimensions of 84x27x10, 5 mm, and weight of only 30 grams, the E3531 stick is very compact and slim, which makes it eas to take in hand or pocket when travelling.  Huawei E3531 has a connector for an external antenna, it helps user to get better signal strength in rural area where lower signal.

 

Connects In 15 seconds
The Huawei E3531 HSPA+ Surfstick software is supplied with the Huawei HiLink, which allows operation without additional software. Only drivers will be installed at the first plugging to the computer, all operating systems are supported on Windows XP/SP3. The complete configuration is done via a web interface in the browser.
HiLink Another advantage of the software: after plugging to PC for about 15 seconds, Huawei E3531 would automatically connect to the internet and PC can start surf freely. The E3531 can work with almost all sim cards completely, what’s more, the Huawei E3531 can auto setup the APN and automatically configures itself accordingly. Only the SIM PIN must be entered.

 

 

Available from the end of 2013
Huawei E3531 HSPA+ delivers the surf stick from the 4th Quarter of 2013 to the market. Here, the modem will be available in black and white colors and costs very few, unsubsidized and free for all SIM cards, of course. As an alternative, the Huawei E3331 (smallest surf stick in the world) has similar features and is already available.

 

Huawei B593 B593s-22 4G LTE Router Review

If LTE signal is already available in your area and you want to maximize the fast speed for 150Mbps, the Huawei B593 4G Router might be the best device to deploy this.

We had the LTE CPE B593 for about a few months and have tested it with Vodafone and Telekom 4G LTE networks (more often with Vodafone), not matter it has weak or no LTE signal in the house, condo and the office). The model number is B593s-22. Just like HUAWEI E5172, it’s a 4G LTE Category 4 WiFi Router.

The device B593 is with HUAWEI logo and no operator’s logo can be found.  So it is unlocked, we’re able to use it with local carriers. We’ve also tried the 3G/HSPA+ WiFi router (Huawei B683) before and have been well satisfied with it. Now the 4G LTE networks provide much faster connection speed and surfing experience, it’s time to use a 4G device to enjoy the great speed.

 

We used the Vodafone Prepaid LTE and Telekom prepaid SIM card, they both worked fine on Huawei B593 4G LTE Router. The SIM card slot is at the bode side of Huawei B593, below the SIM card slot, it’s the power button.

 

On the other side of the router, there are two buttons for WPS and Reset. WPS is to protect the WiFi security and Reset is help use to reset the settings to factory default.

Aside from the 4 LAN ports at the back, there’s also a USB 2.0 port so you can attached a HDD or flash drive for access to network storage. And there are two analog telephone ports beside the LAN ports. User can connect two telephones to this device.

For better signal strength, there are two plugs for external antennas to boost the signal in HUAWEI B593. If there’s no LTE in the area, LTE CPE B593 will switch to HSPA+/HSPA/3G automatically and work on the best networks available.

We went to test out the connection via Speedtest.net and got pretty good results. The device is available on 4gltemall.com but if you also need the external 4G antenna, it is sold separately for on 4gltemall.com with good price. To buy them together, you will get some discount.

 

Vodafone R210 Firmware Update

A few days ago a firmware update for the Vodafone R210 LTE MiFi router is available. The new software fixes a problem with the automatic APN setting, which led to connection problems for many users of the R210. The Vodafone R210 is made by Huawei, the software problem cause the result: an internet connection came up with a normal data contract does not set up the APN automatically and you had to manually change the APN back to web.vodafone.de. With the update available now, this problem has been fixed. The new firmware is available on the Vodafone website to be downloaded, and the installation is done via the USB cable. Important note: After updating the Vodafone R210 firmware, it should be reset to factory settings.

 

 

The Vodafone R210 MiFi router was the first LTE mobile hotspot in Germany. It came on the market in the summer of 2012 and is still available today: up to 100 Mbit/s for the downlink and 50 Mbit/s for the uplink with the R210 and up to 10 users can use the Internet connection via WiFi at the same time. Now as the successor of Vodafone R210, Vodafone R215 (Factory model Huawei E5372) and Huawei E5776 on the market already support LTE with 150 Mbit/s and are technically more sophisticated.

 

Huawei E5220 HSPA+ WLAN Router Test

Huawei E5220 Mobile Wi-Fi hotspot is a small mobile pocket router that can forward the UMTS internet connection via WiFi for up to 10 devices simultaneously. In comparison with other portable Wi-Fi hotspots, we will soon find out that the Huawei E5220 without contract belongs to the best devices of its kind. With the low weight of only 66 grams and dimensions of 90 mm x 56 mm x 14.4 mm, Huawei E5220 is a unique mobile hotspot. And the price of Huawei E5220 is good, so how does the price affect the performance? Let’s have a look at the result of HUAWEI E5220 test.

 

 

HSPA+ up to 21.6 Mbit/s
Following the Huawei E5 series, Huawei E5220 also works both in GSM network and the UMTS network, LTE is not supported. In the UMTS network, the download speed of up to 21.6 Mbit/s via HSPA+ is available, of course, it depends on the configuration and utilization of the network. In the test, we use the HUAWEI E5220 under the Vodafone network, a maximum speed of 14 Mbit/s downstream and 3.3 Mbit/s upstream; while with the network of Deutsche Telekom, the speeds 4.2 Mbit/s for downstream and 4.1 Mbit/s for Upstream were possible. The ping times were at 35 – 80 milliseconds over UMTS, depending on network and usage. The usable frequency bands are the 900 and 2100 megahertz with UMTS/HSPA+, and 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for GSM/EDGE.

 

 

Four status LEDs on the front panel next to the Power button indicate the current operating status. Further information can be obtained only through the web UI of Huawei E5220, more on that. The connection to the computer via Wi-Fi in the 2.4 GHz band, up to 72 MBit/s is supported (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n). Even if you are not too far from the router, the full 72 Mbit/s WLAN connection speed can’t come true at the terminal.

 

Only 3 hours battery life


The size of HUAWEI E5220 is very slim and in pocket size. The battery of Huawei E5220 removable and the capacity is only 1150 mAh, so in the test, the working time only lasts just under 3 hours at use in the train and at stationary use. On the other hand , the expensive 4G Mobile devices like the Huawei E5776  offer up to 10 hours. Positive note, the battery is easily replaceable and can therefore be replaced with a defect without effort.

The operation of the Huawei E5220 hotspots is normally done via a web interface in the browser. There, next to the SIM pin, for example, network technology (automatic, 2G only, 3G only) or the provider could be selected. Information is also available about data volume and the online time. For smartphones and tablets with the Android operating system or iOS, an app is also available, which also presents the most common settings and information.

Conclusion: simple mobile WiFi hotspot
After the test, one thing is certain: Those who seeks extras like an external antenna port or a slot for memory cards, the Huawei E5220 is definitely wrong model because E5220 has not the external antenna connector and the SD card slot. But for those who want to surf high speed on UMTS, not LTE, Huawei E5220 is definitely worth a look: price, size and weight are unbeaten so far, as well as our Pocket WiFi column shows.

 

Here now, Huawei E5220 is already branded for the operator Vodafone, the model number is Vodafone R206. If you want the branded E5220, Vodafone R206 is a good option for you.

 

4G Surfstick/ Internet Stick/ Mobile Hotspot/ Router for Denmark 4G

You may want to enjoy the 4G LTE networks in Denmark, but if you are in trouble to choose the wireless terminals to access the 4G network, below the guide may help you:

 

First, you need to know the 4G LTE operators and their LTE frequency bands in Denmark, per our information, the main 4G operators and LTE Frequency bands in Denmark is as below:

 

  1. 3 Denmark, FDD Band 3/7 (1800/2600MHz)
  2. Telia Denmark, FDD Band 3/7/20 (800/1800/2600MHz)
  3. TDC, FDD Band 7 (2600MHz)
  4. Hi3G, FDD Band 3/7 (1800/2600MHz)

 

The four operators support the total three LTE Frequency bands (band 3/7/20). Now if you are using the SIM card from 3 Denmark, Telia Denmark, there are too many devices to support these bands. So you need to find the 4G Surfstick, 4G internet stick, 4G Router or 4G mobile hotspot that can support the band 3/7/20 and you will make a great step to access internet. It’s better to buy an unlocked device so that you can change the SIM card at any time when you want to switch to other operator’s network. So you can check below the recommend 4G Surfstick, 4G internet stick, 4G Route and 4G Mobile Hotspot for the three operators. They are all SIM unlocked and could roam in the European areas.

 

4G Surfstick/Internet stick for 3, Hi3G,TDC, Telia Denmark

  

 

  1. Huawei E398
  2. Huawei E392u-12
  3. Huawei E3276s-150
  4. ZTE MF820
  5. ZTE MF823
  6. ZTE MF825
  7. Sierra Aircard 320u
  8. Vodafone K5005
  9. Vodafone K5006Z
  10. Vodafone K5008Z
  11. Vodafone K5150

 

4G Mobile Hotspot for 3, Hi3G,TDC, Telia Denmark

 

  1. Huawei E589u-12
  2. Huawei E5776s-32
  3. ZTE MF90
  4. ZTE MF91
  5. ZTE MF910
  6. ZTE MF91D
  7. Vodafone R210
  8. Vodafone R212
  9. Sierra Wireless Aircard 760s

 

4G Router for 3, Hi3G,TDC, Telia Denmark

  1. HUAWEI B593u-12
  2. HUAWEI B593s-22
  3. Vodafone B2000
  4. Huawei B880
  5. ZTE MF28D
  6. Netgear MVBR1517
  7.  ZyXEL LTE6100

 

 

4G Surfstick/ Internet Stick/ Mobile Hotspot/ Router for Czech Republic 4G

You may want to enjoy the 4G LTE networks in Czech Republic, but if you are in trouble to choose the wireless terminals to access the 4G network, below the guide may help you:

 

First, you need to know the 4G LTE operators and their LTE frequency bands in Czech Republic, per our information, the main 4G operators and LTE Frequency bands in Czech Republic is as below:

 

  1. Telefónica O2 Czech Republic, FDD Band 3/7/20 (800/1800/2600MHz)
  2. T-mobile Czech Republic, FDD Band 3/7/20 (800/1800/2600MHz)
  3. Vodafone Czech Republic, FDD Band 3/7/20 (800/1800/2600MHz)

 

The three operators support the total three LTE Frequency bands (band 3/7/20). Now if you are using the SIM card from Telefónica O2, T-mobile or Vodafone, there are too many devices to support these bands. So you need to find the 4G Surfstick, 4G internet stick, 4G Router or 4G mobile hotspot that can support the band 3/7/20 and you will make a great step to access internet. It’s better to buy an unlocked device so that you can change the SIM card at any time when you want to switch to other operator’s network. So you can check below the recommend 4G Surfstick, 4G internet stick, 4G Route and 4G Mobile Hotspot for the three operators. They are all SIM unlocked and could roam in the European areas.

 

4G Surfstick/Internet stick for Telefónica O2, T-mobile and Vodafone Czech Republic

  1. Huawei E392u-12
  2. Huawei E398
  3. Huawei E3276s-150
  4. ZTE MF820
  5. ZTE MF823
  6. ZTE MF825
  7. Sierra Aircard 320u
  8. Vodafone K5005
  9. Vodafone K5006Z
  10. Vodafone K5008Z
  11. Vodafone K5150

 

4G Mobile Hotspot for Telefónica O2, T-mobile and Vodafone Czech Republic

 

  1. Huawei E589u-12
  2. Huawei E5776s-32
  3. ZTE MF90
  4. ZTE MF91
  5. ZTE MF910
  6. ZTE MF91D
  7. Vodafone R210
  8. Vodafone R212
  9. Sierra Wireless Aircard 760s

 

4G Router for Telefónica O2, T-mobile and Vodafone Czech Republic

  1. HUAWEI B593u-12
  2. HUAWEI B593s-22
  3. Vodafone B2000
  4. Huawei B880
  5. ZTE MF28D
  6. Netgear MVBR1517
  7.  ZyXEL LTE6100

 

 

4G Surfstick/Internet Stick/Mobile Hotspot/Router for Croatia

You may want to enjoy the 4G LTE networks in Croatia, but if you are in trouble to choose the wireless terminals to access the 4G network in Croatia, below the guide may help you:

First, you need to know the 4G LTE operators and their LTE frequency bands in Croatia, per our information, the main 4G operators and LTE Frequency bands in Croatia is as below:

 

1.) T-Hrvatski Telekom, FDD Band 3/20 (800/2600 MHz)

2.) Vipnet, FDD Band 3/7/20 (800/1800/2600MHz)

 

The two operators support the same LTE Frequency band 3/7/20. Now you just find the 4G Surfstick, 4G internet stick, 4G Router or 4G mobile hotspot that can support the band 3/7/20 and you will make a great step to access internet. It’s better to support all the three bands in case you are in a location where only one or two bands available but your terminal can’t support. Per your reference, we recommend below the popular 4G terminals that would support the LTE Band 3/7/20 and work with the above operators:

 

4G Surfstick for T-Hrvatski Telekom and Vipnet

  1. Huawei E392u-12
  2. Huawei K5150 (Vodafone, unlocked )
  3. Huawei K5005 (Vodafone, Unlocked )
  4. HUAWEI E398u-15
  5. Huawei E3276 (E3276S-150, E3276S-151)
  6. Huawei K5007 (Vodafone )
  7. ZTE K5008Z(Vodafone, Unlocked)
  8. Alcatel One Touch L800
  9. Alcatel One Touch W800
  10. ZTE MF825
  11. ZTE MF820
  12. ZTE MF821D
  13. ZTE K5006Z (Vodafone, Unlocked )

 

4G Router for T-Hrvatski Telekom and Vipnet

  1. HUAWEI B593u-12
  2. HUAWEI B593s-22
  3. HUAWEI B890-75
  4. Vodafone B2000
  5. ZTE MF25D
  6. ZTE MF28B
  7. ZTE MF28D
  8. Netgear MVBR1517
  9.  ZyXEL LTE6100

 

 

4G Mobile Hotspot for T-Hrvatski Telekom and Vipnet

  1. HUAWEI E5776s-32/E5776S-22
  2. Huawei E589u-12
  3. Huawei R210 (Vodafone, Unlocked )
  4. ZTE MF91
  5. ZTE MF91D
  6. ZTE MF910
  7. ZTE MF90
  8. ZTE MF97S
  9. ZTE MF93E
  10. ZTE R212 (Vodafone, Unlocked)

Huawei Guide the development of LTE Commercial Networks at 1800 MHz

The latest report published by GSA (Global Mobile Suppliers Association) on the evolution of broadband (Evolution to LTE) shows an increase of 331% in the available number of commercial LTE networks in 1800 MHz compared to 2012.

 

According to the study, 69 of the 156 commercial LTE networks in the world are exploiting the spectrum at 1800 MHz (last year there were 16), and 41 of these use Huawei SingleRAN LTE technology around the world.

 

According to the GSA report in 2013, it appears that the spectrum band 1,800 MHz is considered as the most important for the LTE technology because it allows the use of global roaming. Currently the frequency band 1800 MHz serves almost 15 million users (data from the last quarter of 2012) with a share of 44% of commercial LTE networks. But as this technology becomes more and more popular available, many more operators launch LTE networks at 1,800 MHz and the mobile phone licenses for the 1,800 MHz were allocated to 150 countries.

 

Huawei has created several LTE networks at 1,800 MHz, for example in the UK. With the SingleRAN LTE solution, Huawei has supported the operators in the allocation of frequencies to 1800 MHz LTE network in order to facilitate the migration from GSM technology.

 

In Hong Kong, the solution of Huawei LTE SingleRAN allowed to upgrade GSM 1000 to 1800 MHz base stations, enabling them to offer LTE services in six weeks. And in Japan Huawei has witnessed the operator in the implementation of the first commercial network of UMTS/LTE 1800 MHz through a solution UMTS/LTE 1800 MHz simplified, retaining and reusing the UMTS antennas, the system of OSS and infrastructure fixed the original UMTS network.

 

Finally in Singapore was realized always on Huawei technology and LTE network is capable of simultaneously supporting the LTE frequency bands at 1,800 MHz and 2,600 MHz.