Verizon hotspot

Elly_NJ

10 years ago

Included in my cell service is a data package and a mobile hotspot.

I have an internet service - century link - and I pay $80/mo for it.

Do you think i should cancel the internet service and use the cell phone hot spot? That makes sense, right?

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grandms
10 years ago
Are there limitations on the amount of data that can be used? Usually there are, and you would find them totally inadequate for normal computer use. If your data package is unlimited, or a generous amount, then this might very well work for you. Is the $80 you are paying just for internet service? That's a lot of money just for internet service, unless you have some fabulous speed. You may find the Verizon service not as fast as your present service. For 2 years I suffered with Verizon hot spot service (3G) which limited my use to 5GB and was not at all fast. But because of living in the "boonies" my only other choice was satellite which had its limitations, too. Happy now with my Charter service
Elly_NJ
Original Author
10 years ago
I am paying for 2 GB of usage on my cell. I am on an LTE network. I use the internet a lot but don't stream movies.

The $80 is for internet and a land line which I never use. I don't know about the speed. I have nothing to compare it to.

It is a ridiculous amount of money. I can add data to my mobile package if needed.

I would be limited in that I can't get online if I am on the phone. Not sure about other problems.
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grandms
10 years ago
You'll find 2GB soon gobbled up with internet use. I would investigate other options. Remember that any apps you use on your smart phone will be using data. If you have any tablets or other gadgets, they use data also. I just don't think you would be happy with the limitations on usage, but that's my opinion based on my own experience.

Right now, we have TV, internet, and phone (cable), and our "bundled" package for all three is just a little over $80. Definitely do some investigating before committing to anything at this point.

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