Using international hotspots when you travel can often be the only reliable way to get good, fast data. Unfortunately, I've had my fair share of hotspot failures when trying to upload pictures or file a story from the road.
The Skyroam Solis, a 4G LTE global Wi-Fi hotspot combined with a 6,000mAh power bank, looks to solve this problem.
The Solis provides 16 hours of battery life by using a high-performing "Tesla-type" battery, Skyroam says. We're not quite sure how that differs from the standard lithium-ion found on most consumer devices, but we'll put it to the test.
Other features of the Solis include 4G LTE connectivity for up to five devices using Skyroam's virtual SIM network. There's a USB-C connector for input and output. The body of the device features a programmable Smart button, GPS, and Bluetooth connectivity, though these features will be enabled later with a software update.
The hotspot is $149.99 and available for purchase on Skyroam's website. Service is contract-free and pay-as-you-go, giving you the option of purchasing day passes with unlimited data for a $9/day, a little bit cheaper than the $9.99/day charge for the G2, which also caps 4G LTE to 500Mbps. Stay tuned for a full review.
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