Since there are lots of connectivity needs nowadays, on the plane, on the train, but especially at home, the routers, which offer us the wireless access we depend upon so much are starting to grow in numbers and in versatility as well. AT&T offers some pretty good deals to people that besides the internet connection also need a phone line and one of them is through the MicroCell network.

This was initially a pilot program but has now started to spread in various areas of America, while still delivering the same 3G hotspot through a DSL or cable existing internet connection and unlimited phone calls within the immense 5,000-feet radius that you can get by using one of these routers.

It connects back to AT&T as soon as you plug the broadband connection's wire into it, which will allow you to make free phone calls. The maximum 5,000-foot radius of activity of the 3G MicroCell router can be achieved especially if you mount the device next to a window so that it can connect to the GPS networks.

North and South Carolina are now in the MicroCell newly announced distributing areas, as well as San Diego and Las Vegas. You can also enter the official website and check the availability of the MicroCell simply by entering your 5 digit zip code. The maximum number of people that can use the router at the same time is four, either if using it for voice or for 3G internet access.

The prices will probably vary from the starting ones that were implemented during the testing of the 3G MicroCell and also according to the payment plan you already have if an AT&T user. There are a lot of details regarding this matter on the carrier’s website and the variables are too many for me to cover in a news article.


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