Tata Docomo 3G Wi-Fi Hub: Supports 5 Devices
Tata Docomo has launched the Tata Docomo 3G Wi-Fi Hub - an ideal solution for startup companies and even home users with wireless broadband needs. The hub offers portable Wi-Fi hotspot which uses Tata Docomo 3G connection, USB interface for connecting to host computer, HSDPA speed of 7.2 MBps and inbuilt battery which lasts for 4 hours on single charge. The hub can be used for mobile TV, stream your favorite videos from YouTube and play online multiplayer games. The device can work even in places where 3G network is not available. If the device detects absence of 3G, it will automatically switch to standard GPRS/EDGE service offered by Tata Photon Plus. The device has support for 5 simultaneous users.
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<h2>Tata Docomo 3G Wi-Fi Hub Specifications</h2>
The Wi-Fi hub operates as follows: Tata DOCOMO 3G (HSUPA): DL 7.2Mbps; UL 5.76Mbps and in non-3G areas, Tata Photon Plus (HSIA): DL 3.1Mbps; UL 1.8Mbps. The devices is very lightweight and weighs on 80 grams. It is powered by a 1500 mAh battery which lasts for about 4 hours once charged. We'd expect the battery last for about 3-3.5 hours on regular usage. The supported operating systems include Windows 7, Vista & XP along with Mac OSX. The Wi-Fi is standard 802.11b/g. Following chart gives detailed information about hub specifications -
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<h2>Plans & Pricing</h2>
The price of 3G Wi-Fi hub (Device) is Rs. 5999. We'd expect the prices to come down in next 2-3 months. There are both prepay and postpay plans available for the 3G Wi-Fi hub. The prepay offer is not yet available in Maharashtra. Post-pay plans start at Rs. 750.
Basic Plan:
Monthly Rental: Rs. 750 | Speed: 7.2 MBps | Data Limit: 2GB.
Note: Once the data limit is crossed, the charges will be 50p/MB.
Unlimited Plan:
Monthly Rental : Rs. 1000 | Speed: 7.2 MBps | Data Limit: Unlimited, 5 GB at peak speed.
Note: Although the plans says 'Unlimited', Tata Docomo has fair usage policy under which unlimited is restricted to 15GB data (both upload and download) per month.
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<h2>Opinion</h2>
Tata Docomo 3G Wi-Fi Hub is an ideal solution for small business owners and home-owners with Wireless Broadband needs. The device is bit pricy and we expect the prices to come down in due course of time. Also, there are no truly unlimited plans available from Tata Docomo. If your Internet surfing does not include heavy uploads/downloads (torrents) you may consider the Wi-Fi hub.