Novatel Wireless Brings LTE-Only MiFi Brand Mobile Hotspot to U.S. Cellular
September 21 2015 - 8:46PM
Novatel Wireless, Inc., (Nasdaq:MIFI), a leading provider of
wireless solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT), today
announced the launch of the MiFi® M100 LTE hotspot with U.S.
Cellular (NYSE:USM), the nation's fifth largest wireless carrier.
This is the first LTE-only MiFi brand mobile hotspot for North
America, equipped with numerous bands for exceptional coverage,
including Band 12 for coverage in underserved areas.
The device is designed with simplicity in mind. With one touch
to connect and a simple mobile app to check data usage and more,
the MiFi M100 is an affordable mobile hotspot for anyone in need of
reliable, secure, Internet on-the-go.
"Novatel Wireless is thrilled to collaborate with U.S. Cellular
as they further expand their 4G LTE device lineup," said John
Carney, EVP sales and marketing for Novatel Wireless. "MiFi is the
leading mobile hotspot brand with the best track record of maximum
4G LTE wireless performance providing connectivity and advanced
features required to maximize the benefits of U.S. Cellular's 4G
LTE device offering at an affordable price."
MiFi M100: Affordable without compromising MiFi brand
features:
- Security First: MiFi technology platform
delivers advanced security features including hacker prevention and
VPN pass-through.
- Reliable LTE: Bands 2/4/5/12/17, ideal for
busy metros, suburban, and rural areas.
- Reliable Quality: Extended operating
temperature range for tougher climates, supports -20° to 55°C.
- Easy to Use: No complex menus, just simple
one-touch connectivity with MiFi Mobile App to monitor data usage,
look up and change passwords, and more.
- Keeps You Connected: Connects up to 15 Wi-Fi
devices with a 10-hour battery dedicated to data.
- Simple, Clean Design: One-touch power button,
LEDs communicate connection status and battery life, charge port,
and removable and rechargeable lithium ion battery.
The MiFi M100 is priced at $0.01 on a two-year contract and
available at select U.S. Cellular retail stores and online at
www.uscellular.com.
About Novatel Wireless
Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq:MIFI) is a leader in the design
and development of wireless solutions based on 3G and 4G
technologies. The Company delivers Internet of Things (IoT) and
Cloud SaaS services to carriers, distributors, retailers, OEMs and
vertical markets worldwide. Product lines include MiFi® Mobile
Hotspots, USB modems, embedded modules, Mobile Tracking Solutions
and Asset Tracking Solutions. These innovative products provide
anywhere, anytime communications solutions for consumers and
enterprises worldwide. Novatel Wireless is headquartered in San
Diego, California. For more information please visit
www.novatelwireless.com. @MIFI
About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is the fifth-largest full-service wireless carrier
in the United States, providing national network coverage and
industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer
experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of
cutting-edge devices that are all backed by a high-quality network
in big and small cities and rural communities. Currently, 94
percent of U.S. Cellular customers have access to 4G LTE speeds,
and 98 percent will have access by the end of 2015. U.S. Cellular
was named a J.D. Power and Associates Customer Champion in 2014 for
the third time in four years. To learn more about U.S. Cellular,
visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest
news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular on
Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular and
YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.
MiFi is a registered trademark of Novatel Wireless, Inc. – the
creators and patent holders of MiFi technology.
This release may contain forward-looking statements, which are
made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to
date. These forward-looking statements involve risks and
uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual
results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking
statements contained herein. These factors include risks relating
to technological changes, new product introductions, continued
acceptance of Novatel Wireless' products and dependence on
intellectual property rights. These factors, as well as other
factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, are
discussed in more detail in Novatel Wireless' filings with the
United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at
www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.
CONTACT: Editorial Contacts:
For Novatel Wireless
Anette Gaven
agaven@nvtl.com
619.993.3058
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