"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Mobile hotspots are boons for frequent travelers and anyone who needs reliable internet from secure Wi-Fi ...

Finding a fast, reliable internet connection while on the go is often a challenge. Device and network limitations can make for a slow, spotty and potentially unsecure connection, but Netgear looks to ...

Before you sign up for that tablet data plan, why not just your phone as a mobile hotspot instead? Mobile hotspot — sometimes called wireless tethering — is a feature on most smartphones that lets you ...

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I'm not always near Wi-Fi, so my mobile hotspot often comes to the rescue. But with limited data to burn, I've picked up a few tricks to stay online without blowing through my monthly cap. Turn Off ...

It’s taken a long time, but Google has finally figured out how to make your Android phones and tablets talk to each other and collaborate together, just like Apple and Samsung devices do. The feature, ...

If you're out of data, the Wi-Fi isn't connecting in your home, or you're just on the go, you can still access the internet through a Wi-Fi hotspot. Many public ...

The Federal Communications Commission clarified this week that its sweeping ban on foreign-made consumer routers also affects portable hotspot devices. The FCC added a new section to an FAQ titled, ...