Mobile router "Iota": description, characteristics, setting and feedback of owners
With products from "Iota" residents of the RussianFederations are familiar for a long time. Until recently, this company has identified as a dominant direction for itself an excellent and fast Internet, and not a mobile connection. Most recently, she announced the launch of the cellular signal throughout the state.
In the article we will consider five different modems thatdiffer in shape, configuration and dimensions. It should be noted that their maximum speed is the same for all. This review will help you to understand which option suits the consumer the most.
Yota USB modem for PC
This model is the simplest of all, whichproduces the manufacturer. This modem does not perform any additional functions, it only provides a signal when connected through the appropriate port.
This keychain has a standard design andconfiguration. The body is made of plastic. Painted in the color of metal. The weight is small, therefore, having thrown in a pocket or a bag, the owner does not even feel the modem. When connected to a computer, the model's logo glows blue, indicating a successful connection.
How to connect the Iota router? The USB port, which is installed in the modem, has a swivel design. Thus, using the device with a computer, it can be placed vertically. This action allows you to make special fixatives. The port itself is small, it's narrow, so it's pretty compact. Protection does not. Not far from it is a lot to insert a SIM card.
Due to the fact that the modem did not receive additionaloptions, the manufacturer has done so that it does not have to constantly adjust. Customer testimonials indicate that enough modem to insert into the port, as soon as the Internet appears. The process of connection can last no more than 15 seconds. Drivers and software are superfluous. The modem is compatible with any existing operating system. The average cost of the device is 2 thousand rubles.
USB / Wi-Fi modem Yota
Not only a laptop and a computer needthe Internet. Do not forget about your phone. The next modem - the mobile router "Iota" - will easily provide access to any social networks and resources. Unlike the previous version, this device works with a wireless network module, which allows you to distribute the Internet, adding the model to your computer.
This version has become a bit wider. She still gained weight, but not critical. The logo of the Wi-Fi router "Iota" glows exactly the same, and the case does not differ from the previous model. The connection to the computer is similar. Connector of the drop-type, underneath it is hidden not only USB, but also a slot for the SIM card. On the back side you can find a modification - there is a micro-USB connector. Due to this, it is allowed to work with any power source. At the same time, the Internet will be distributed independently.
This modem-router "Iota" - a plug-in type,so the battery is not here. In order for it to work, it is necessary to find a power source. Drivers, again, are not needed, the network is configured independently for the first 20 seconds. If you need to change the password or, conversely, set it, you can go to the computer browser, after connecting the module, and go to the control panel site.
This model is quite economical and versatile. It can work simultaneously with 8 devices. The average cost is 3 thousand rubles.
Yota Mobile Router
Another "Iota" router that can workwith a mobile device. Without such accessories, very few people present their lives. The router is quite interesting: it is autonomous, so you do not have to search the source of the network during the day to connect and get an access point.
Such a device appeared on the market recently. The case is made of plastic, matte finish, not glossy. The dominant color is white. On the front panel you can see the indicators that are lit in blue. They inform about the status of the connection to the network and power.
Design
There is nothing on the back. The lid is difficult to remove, besides, the usual user does not have to do this. Under it is the battery. If you believe the passport provided by the manufacturer, the "Iota" router works up to 4 days with active use. The battery can be charged via the micro-USB port. It is located on one of the lateral surfaces. The thickness of the device is small, weighs only 86 grams. The Internet is created automatically, as is the connection to it. What should be done for the connection? Take your cell phone, find in the list of available networks necessary and confirm work with it. If you need to charge the device and use the Internet, you can use a micro-USB cable. The modem allows you to connect at the same time no more than 5 devices.
The Iota router is light, simple, understandable. Always comes to the rescue. It is inexpensive - 5 thousand rubles.
Yota Many
The modem works with both phones and laptops. It is universal and is retractable. During recharging, which can be performed from any power source, the wireless access point does not stop functioning and the speed does not decrease. Simplified system of connecting unauthorized persons to the network. It is enough to press the button and the signal will not be blocked. And this router works. For "Iota" such a course of providing data is quite profitable.
The battery lasts about 16 hours of continuous use. The average cost is 5 thousand rubles.
Internet Center
Of course, the company is releasing a router thatis able to work with phones, tablets, and computers. All this is done simultaneously. Such a device can be used both at home and in offices. The tariff costs about 2700 rubles per month for the maximum network speed. It's pretty cheap, so the modem is so popular.
Unpacking the device is easy. The box contains instructions, a cable for connecting the wired Internet, a power cord and the device itself. It should be noted that Ethernet is flat, not thick, as it is usually done by manufacturers.
The router "Iota" has the form of a triangle, thereforeIt can only be installed in an upright position. The case is made of glossy plastic. Buttons on the device are missing. On the rear panel there are only ports for connection.
Connectors for IP-telephony will be useful in small offices. Under the plug you can see a slot for the memory card. The device does not have a battery, so it only works from the network.
This Internet Center is slightly different from the mobile modem with the dimensions and the on-time. In practice, this process takes no more than two minutes, according to the passport - 5 minutes.
Signal and connection
Due to the fact that the router is stationary, you need tocorrectly protect his signal. At the created access point the device immediately selects a unique password, which consists of 8 digits. If you want, you can always change it. After the first attempt to open a site in the browser, it redirects to the page with the settings of the "Iota" router.
If the modem is necessary for work at home or in the office,then it fits perfectly. Recall that it connects well with both PCs and phones. Due to the internal antenna signal is distributed at 30 meters. At the same time, no more than 15 people can connect to the router. The approximate cost is 5 thousand rubles.
Different modems, one speed
Above, the article describes the positioning of models,their design. About this issue is closed. Some could think about where the performance of these devices is. The reason for this separation lies in the fact that all models function with 20 Mbit per second. The actual power depends only on the tariff and the device that receives the signal.
It should be noted, the Internet from "Yota" canenjoy free. But then the company will simply limit the speed to 64 Kbps for a second. If you need a connection faster, you will have to replenish your account. By the way, the withdrawal occurs exactly on the day when the owner used it. The amount depends on the speed of the network. That is, you can independently slow down or increase the resulting Internet. It is the flexible plan that became famous for Yota.
Signal
Within the Moscow Ring Road the Internet operates at speeds up to20 Mbit per second. This will be enough to view the video in the "YouTube" of the highest quality. The company also has a policy that aims at unlimited traffic. That is why you should not be afraid that after some time the speed will be reduced.
If you are not sure that the signal providercovers specifically the house of a person, then you can go to the official website, where all areas with available access are listed. Immediately allowed to take any modem for testing. If it doesn’t work, you can return it within a week with a 100% refund.