RICHARDSON, T.X., February 1, 2013 – U.S. Cellular and ZTE today announced the arrival of the 4G LTE™ mobile hotspot ZTE Unite™. The small, sleek and powerful ZTE Unite™ 4G LTE™ Mobile Hotspot provides a blazingly fast wireless Internet connection virtually anywhere.

The new mobile hotspot will meet the needs of today’s consumers, whether a businessperson, frequent traveler or family by bringing both accessibility and convenience to wherever it is needed most. The ZTE Unite™ 4G LTE™ mobile hotspot also allows individuals to access the Internet with the devices they need regardless of location.

Aligned with ZTE’s focus on LTE products, the ZTE Unite™ 4G LTE™ mobile hotspot can support simultaneous connections for up to 10 devices when connected to the 4G LTE network, or up to five devices when connected to the 3G network. It supports Microsoft®, Windows® XP, Vista, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Mac OS and Linux.

"We understand that today’s consumers require the latest in mobile technology and functionality in order to do their jobs and live their lives,” said Lixin Cheng, CEO, ZTE USA, and president, North America Region, ZTE. “The new ZTE Unite™ 4G LTE™ mobile hotspot empowers our customers by providing Internet access anywhere it is needed for a multitude of devices over several varied operating systems and programs.”

Technical specifications include:

• 3G and 4G LTE Data Capability
• Usage Time: Up to 4 Hours
• Standby Time: up to 100 Hours
• Battery: 1700mAh Li-ion
• Dimensions: 3.49" x 3.49" x 0.70"
• Weight: 4.65 Ounces

The ZTE Unite is available in all U.S. Cellular markets and is priced at $29.99, after a $50 mail-in rebate. For additional information on the mobile hotspot, visit www.uscellular.com or www.zteusa.com.