rocket vs. rocket 2

[ambush276]

why do i want to get the rocket 2 over rocket ??

dont they both support HSPA+ ???

[tmobilerocket]

The main difference is if you get in a place where the reception is bad and you have Rocket 2.0 you're in trouble. Rocket 2.0 has no antenna port.

[DuggaD]

Rocket 2.0 is a little smaller and it folds at the usb connector to fit in tight places while the rocket simply retracts. I did find the rocket 2.0 has worse reception, even without adding an antenna. Rocket also works with cradlepoint router while the 2.0 does not work. Rocket works with t-mobile software on mac, but for 2.0 you have to enter settings manually. Rocket is free at store, rocket 2.0 costs about fifty bucks.

[chall50]

My Rocket 2.0 was also Free. I did have to pay 35.00 for activation charges.. But I will say this I only have one bar of service..I was also told that there is a spot for an antenna on the side of the Rocket 2.0 but it is hidden and u have to find it..I did find a spot by pushing in the sides of the rocket..but the spot is not round it is more triangular shaped..The antenna I was told would work had a round end..and will not work with the 2.0 that I can see..my book shows something like a small card in that hole..maybe someone may know what it is used for..and can tell me..tyvm for all your help..

[Scottish Skyedance]

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Rocket 2.0 is a little smaller and it folds at the usb connector to fit in tight places while the rocket simply retracts. I did find the rocket 2.0 has worse reception, even without adding an antenna. Rocket also works with cradlepoint router while the 2.0 does not work. Rocket works with t-mobile software on mac, but for 2.0 you have to enter settings manually. Rocket is free at store, rocket 2.0 costs about fifty bucks.

The latest firmware update supports rocket 2.0 on cradlepoint routers.