Today we will introduce a second generation of unusual gadget – Kingston MobileLite Wireless G2, or just MLWG2. Compared with its predecessor, the new product is not only increased in size, but also has new functionality. Now, besides the functions of universal wireless charging and a card reader, the device can act as a router.
Components and Design
Kingston MobileLite Wireless G2 comes in a tiny box, corresponding to the dimensions of the device. Inside, there is only the necessary minimum: USB-microUSB cable length of 50 cm and a memory card adapter. As you can see, there were no instructions, even for the paper, however, it is you and not need it.
Externally MLWG2 more reminiscent of a conventional external 2.5-inch hard disk or Powerbank, that’s just the unit weighs considerably less – only 171 grams. The housing is made of plastic of two kinds – the sidewall of a smooth white, and the top and bottom – of a nice touch a little rough.
Located on the edges of the ports and controls: connector microUSB, the only key management and three indicator lights on the front, full-sized USB 2.0 and memory card slot on the left, and the RJ45 connector at the rear. Pleasant tactile experience can wreck except that the build quality, plastic noticeably creaks. However, after studying all the features you will not often turn the device in their hands, so let’s move on to the description of the functionality MLWG2.
Functionality and operation
All capabilities of the device are described directly on the packaging; graphic inside is a mini-guide on the use of a single control key: single press turns the charging mode, and three-second hold MLWG2 translates to wireless router or card reader. To begin full operation must be installed on your smartphone or tablet is an appropriate application. Supports devices running operating system iOS 7.0, Android 4.0 and newer versions. With Windows Phone MLWG2 does not work. The next step is connecting to the device via Wi-Fi, start the application, which also introduces you to the features of the gadget is ready.
MobileLite application like file manager. It appears as a memory of the smartphone or tablet, and the device connected to MLWG2. You can copy, delete, and open files or folders. On top of the switches to display only the video, audio, or photos. At the moment, the possibility of group editing files is not provided in this application is much lower than the file manager, so you have to copy files from folders or separately.
Access to all other features can be accessed through the settings of the application. You can change the network name of the device to find built-in battery, firmware version MLWG2, configure the interval for auto turn-off, the channel of the Wi-Fi, set a password to connect to one of the available Wi-Fi networks, and use the device as a bridge, as well as – configure the connection of an external 3G-USB modem. After you change most of the options to MLWG2 need to reconnect.
In general, everything is organized as simple as possible, if you’re already using a smartphone, then finished with the Kingston MobileLite Wireless G2 for half an hour. When the unit there is any problems, we advise to update its firmware.
Operation revealed the following features MLWG2. When used as a wireless reader, after a firmware upgrade, the device easily can be used for streaming video. Support certain types of files, in this case depends on the limitations of the system, if you are using iOS, or hardware capabilities of a smartphone and a set of software installed, if your choice has fallen on the system Android. By gadget can be simultaneously connected to multiple devices such as memory card and USB flash drive. When connected to a PC, MLWG2 defined as the USB-hub, card reader functions are available to work full-sized USB 2.0.
Functionality like Wi-Fi bridge. When connected through the settings to an available network, you do not lose access to the internet due to the fact that the Wi-Fi module is busy. However, the access speed in this connection will be much lower. The screenshots shows the results of measurements of the speed of connection to the same network, directly and through MLWG2:
It should be borne in mind that the sensitivity Wi-Fi module is average, normal smartphone sees more networks than MLWG2, therefore bridging functionality is aimed at preserving access to the Internet while using the device. Besides, it is not the only limitation – at the moment the device is only connected to the networks of protected WPA, if the network you want to use MSCHAP authentication or any other protocol that connect to it will not work. If you use a cable for connection (100 MB / s), the connection speed will be more decent:
Perhaps left to tell about the function, which some users will use most often – is a portable charger. The manufacturer claims that the built-in battery capacity is 4640 mAh (3.8 V). Official data, this should be enough for 13 hours of operation in a wireless mode, or two full charging Apple iPhone 5. I was able to charge your Motorola Moto G by 143% in 4 hours. According to the manufacturer data can be considered correct, “by eye” comes charging current of about 750 mA, so to recharge a smartphone or tablet will not work. One more thing – a very conventional mapping charge, the values of the “more than 50%” or “less than 25%”, it is possible to estimate the remaining battery time, it strongly depends on the actual load on the device.
Conclusions
As a result, Kingston MobileLite Wireless G2 – universal device which can help the user in a variety of situations. Usage scenarios in the gadget can be very different: it’s a portable charger, and convenient way to extend the memory of the smartphone or tablet, the ability to copy files from one medium to another, quickly create Wi-Fi network, and more. Given the functionality, price MLWG2 can be considered to be justified, because the same set of individual devices will cost considerably more expensive. So, if you come in handy at least two of the many possibilities of the hero review – it is worth paying attention to.
Review Kingston MobileLite Wireless G2
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