Major Novatel MiFi Security Holes Discovered (Updated)
Novatel’s MiFi 2200 3G/Wi-Fi combo modem/router sold by Verizon and Sprint has been exploited and two major security vulnerabilities have been discovered. The biggest vulnerabilities found are the silent remote activation of GPS functionality despite being turned off by the user, as well as the complete exposure of the Wi-Fi security key and device configuration […]
Sprint and Verizon MiFi Get Firmware Update
The Novatel MiFi wireless router/modem combo device has a new firmware update available to address a sleep issue when plugged into AC power as well as improved compatibility with the Nintendo DS handheld console and BlackBerry Curve. The firmware update process is detailed in full for the Sprint and Verizon version courtesy of EVDOinfo.
Novatel Announces GSM MiFi 2372 with US 3G Support, Novatel Developer Lounge
Novatel Wireless has officially announced the forthcoming launch of the MiFi 2372 mobile broadband router/modem. The device, much like the CDMA version allows up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices to share the connection and includes new features such as GPS support and a built-in microSDHC card slot for additional storage. Quadband GSM/EDGE support is available […]
Verizon Announces MiFi Availability and Pricing
Verizon has announced the forthcoming launch of the Novatel MiFi mobile router/modem with specific pricing and data plan details, following up a previous report. The device (which features a Wi-Fi radio, EVDO Rev A. modem and allows for up to five simultaneous users) will be available on May 17th for $149.99 after new 2 year […]
Verizon to Launch Novatel MiFi Portable Router
At CTIA, PhoneNews.com covered the Novatel MiFi mobile router while noting the concept was inspired by the trailblazing method to share 3G data to a Wi-Fi enabled device that we’ve championed for years with the iPhone and iPod Touch. Now comes preliminary confirmation that Verizon Wireless will be the first to launch the portable basestation […]
Novatel Announces MiFi 3G Router and Access Point
Novatel has announced in a press release the forthcoming launch of a new networking product for 3G access that leverages built-in Wi-Fi radios on laptops. The MiFi consists of a family of smart routers, the size of a couple of stacked credit cards, that connect to the Internet via EVDO or UMTS and offer advanced […]