MEH technology is the product of Wi2Wi, Inc. better known as the leader in creating multiple-radio solutions which gives a chance to millions of connectivity demands from users, at home and specially in businesses.

The MEH is like a pocket-sized wireless hotspot, enabling up to 8 users to connect to wireless internet. Take your pick, MIDs, smart-phones, digital cameras, PMPs, and PNDs, can now be able to have fixed broadband and 3G connections to the internet.

It doesn’t stop there; MEH also creates a transformation from the devices into micro wi-fi access points wherein wi-fi enabled devices are able to share single internet connectivity. In addition, MEH also enables internet communication by laptops, digital cameras and printers, without having to go through the cellular network. Furthermore, with this network, audio and video streaming is also possible over wi-fi networks and is even compatible with earlier versions of wi-fi enabled devices.

Verizon Wireless MiFi Data Plans

Verizon Wireless was the first cellular company to offer data plans for the MiFi. Verizon currently has three plans available for consumers. The first plan is $59.99 per month and offers five GB of data throughput and additional five cents over each per megabyte is charged after the first five GB. This plan is well suited for users who download sizable amounts of multimedia such as video and music. It is also great for users who plan to use the vice at least 15 days out of the month.

The second plan which is a bit less expensive at $39.95 per month and offers 250 MB of data throughput but has a charge of $.10 per megabyte for after the first 250 MB. This plan is a good choice for business users who do not necessarily need a very large is amount of data useage or multimedia downloads, and plan to use the  MiFi for connecting to corporate networks and typical web browsing  activity. Although the $39.95 per month rate may seem like a decent bargain versus the $59.99 rate, this plan can be a disaster if the $.10 surcharge is regularly exceeded each month. You may end up spending way more than $60 even though you have not passed the five GB monthly download limit.

The third option from Verizon is not really a plan, but is a daily usage fee of $15 per day, with no download limits within the 24 hour period. This allows us users to only pay for the device on days they actually use it. On a per-day basis, it can be up to five times more expensive  than the contract data plans however it may be a great choice for business travelers who need occasional usage. This arrangement can also work quite well when the MiFi is needed for special event's, such as trade shows, corporate fairs, and sales meetings. The fact that the $15 per day option exists is a nice alternative for those who simply do not need any free usage monthly data plan. It should also be noted, that with the "daily" option, you can purchase the MiFi without any contracts at all - however, it will cost around $200 more for the device, since Verizon is not kicking in the subsidy.

A look at MiFi plans from Sprint

As you might expect the data plans from Sprint for the MiFi device are both similar and different at the same time. Unlike Verizon, Sprint does not offer a non-contract daily unlimited option for the MiFi. Sprint also does not have a lower data-usage tier plan priced less than $59.99 per month.

The basic plan costs $59.99 per month, and like the Verizon plan it offers up to 5GB of data transfer with 5 cent  overage  fee  per megabyte after the first 5GB. This plan is most appropriate for typical Internet users as well as non-existing Sprint mobile phone customers. The only other MiFi plan from Sprint mobile is the $149.95 per month "Simply Everything plan plus Mobile Broadband" . This  plan includes unlimited cellphone  text and picture plus video messaging along with GPS navigation, e-mail and web browsing (on the cell phone). The data limit is the same as the first plan being a monthly limit of five GB with a five cent over to her megabyte after the first five GB. This plan is best for existing "Simply Everything" (without Mobile broadband) customers, since you will realize about a $10 per month savings for the mobile broadband optional addon. Both Sprint plans require a two-year commitment, however the MiFi device can still be purchased without a contract.

So which MiFi provider is right for you?

Verizon has the advantage of offering the lower tiered $39.95 plan in addition to the $15 per day daily access option, so depending on your particular needs and Verizon may have a better fitting plan for you. The disadvantage with the Verizon MiFi plan selection is not so much in the close comparison of the plans themselves but rather in the consideration how Verizon places some limits and restrictions on the device usage such as disabling GPS support whereas Sprint allows the MiFi’s built-in GPS location-based services to be fully supported. Lastly and perhaps most importantly is to consider the 3G coverage offered in the areas where you would perhaps use the device. There are plenty of resources on the web that will help you determine which geographic areas have the best 3G coverage from both Sprint and Verizon.

The deal for the MiFi mobile hoptspot is you get the device for $99 (many merchants are now offering a FREE device with contract) along with entering a 2-year contract of $59.99 per month ($50 per Gig or part of overage) with Sprint. It weighs only 2 ounces and is roughly the size a couple of stacked credit cards. The MiFi 3G router alone without the 2-year contract is kind of expensive but it saves you time, money and gives you less frustration making it a very valuable asset to have. The Sprint MiFi is also totally Plug and Play and does not require any software installation to activate unlike its Verizon counterpart. The mobile router has 4 hours running battery time or 40 hours standby time but can be countered by purchasing extended batteries making the MiFi run for 10 additional hours and up to 100 hours standby time.

The MiFi mobile hotspot uses the regular WiFi "G" access point connectivity, so you don't need to worry about the hassles associated with ad-hoc, computer-to-computer connectivity. The MiFi router however, since it is basically the same technology as a regular Wi-Fi router that you likely have at home, does not have these issues. Any gadget like a PSP, iPod Touch, Nintendo DS, or any console with WiFi "A","B", or "G" wireless connectivity can connect to the MiFi router the same way they would to a regular Wi-Fi connection.

Now, the more interesting part with using the MiFi is that you can use it to take advantage of Skype’s less than $8 a month unlimited mobile service. The MiFi mobile hotspot runs on a “data-only” plan so you don’t have to worry about paying for voice calls anymore. Typically, cellphone companies won’t offer you data-only plans and bundle their call and data services. A normal 3G connection from cellphone providers such as AT&T, Sprint, or Verizon will have enough bandwidth to make clear calls with Skype. The MiFi Mobile Hotspot  data  plan, which is generally  faster than "regular 3G plans", can be used to your advantage. The size of the MiFi allows it to be carried in your back pocket (literally). The only "issue"  you have with MiFi is that it has a 5 gigabyte monthly data limit, but for 98% of MiFi users who are looking to take advange of VOIP to emulate a standard calling plan, this will not be a real issue. There are also $15 “all-day” access passes which gives you unlimited access to the MiFi router’s services if ever you really need to get online, which is a great option if your'e on the fence about deciding if you're going to commit  to a data plan contract.