AT&T 4G speed is advertised as “download speeds of 5 – 12 Mbps & upload speeds of 2 – 5 Mbps.” But what do real world speed tests reveal?


AT&T 4G speed is advertised as “download speeds of 5 – 12 Mbps & upload speeds of 2 – 5 Mbps.” But what do real world speed tests reveal?

Although ReadyBroadband’s made generous increases in data allotments for their plans, will it be enough to compete with Virgin Mobile & Cricket?

Readybroadband resells Sprint’s service. As such, their 3G speed & coverage reflect that of the parent network.

For $50 a month, DataJack offers 5 GB of 3G prepaid mobile broadband. Device choices include a USB broadband card & MiFi 2200 mobile hotspot.

While DataJack 3G speed can do Skype, VoIP and YouTube, that could deplete your 5 GB plan quickly.


Millenicom 3G speed is from 0.5 – 1.5 Mbps. Their 4G speed however, can be as fast as 20.29 Mbps. That’s faster than DSL and Cable.


Virgin Mobile broadband speeds reflect their parent company Sprint. Average downloads: 600-1400 Kbps. Average uploads: 350-500 Kbps.

Cricket 3G coverage has increased by 250%, while rates increased by $5. In addition to launching their 1st mobile hotspot, overnight shipping is free.