Called Projector Hotspot, it lets eight people access 4G broadband

Jan 3, 2014 08:00 GMT  ·  By

Wi-Fi Hotspots usually take a cable-based Internet connection and set up a wireless network that allow Wi-Fi capable PCs and mobile devices to access the web. Recently, though, 3G has been used by hotspots more and more and, as ZTE has now shown, 4G is gaining traction too.

There used to only be cable-based networks and Internet access, then wireless communications were invented and things progressed from there.

Hotspots are routers that take a cable or broadband-based web connection and share it between two or more smartphones, Wi-Fi laptops, tablets, media playback devices, etc.

The new ZTE Projector Hotspot is noteworthy not just because it taps into 4G instead of just 3G satellite-based Internet.

No, the reason is stands out, and even has that name, is because it doubles as a video projector. Sadly, while the corporation did announce the product, and the rest of its newest lineup, it hasn't provided any pictures, since it's holding off for CES 2014.

“This year, we will be focusing on pairing unique designs with unparalleled technology in order to offer customers the best possible experience at an affordable price,” said Mr. Zeng Xuezhong, ZTE EVP and head of the mobile devices division.

“This device is great for streaming and sharing visual content whether you’re in the office, at home (inside or outside) or in the classroom. With its compact size, the unit can provide 4G access for up to eight clients simultaneously.”

CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2014 is a trade show taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, between January 7 and 10.

ZTE will put the newcomer on display there, along with a bunch of phones and tablets (Grand S II, nubia 5S and nubia 5S mini smartphones, the Iconic Phablet) plus the BlueWatch wearable device (probably a fitness tracker, not a Smartwatch, though we suppose we can still hope).