Internet in 4G format appeared in Russia relatively recently. Despite this, hundreds of thousands of subscribers rushed to connect to this service in order to be able to work anywhere from their device.
As evidenced by the reviews of many users, they are satisfied with the level of 4G communication. Beeline has obviously done a lot to offer subscribers:
- a reasonable price for their services;
- strong signal, which will be available not only in the center of the capital, but also in other regions;
- high speed, which allows you to download data packages as quickly as possible.
However, in the issue of 4G signal distribution in Russia, there are still many nuances that companies have yet to solve. In this article, we will talk in more detail about where (at the time of this writing) the Internet is available in LTE format, what is its speed, how you can connect this service, and also what tariffs the operator offers to its customers.
4G in brief
First of all, we will tell you in more detail about what a fourth-generation connection is and whatLTE connection format has features.
So, as we know, there is 2G, 3G and 4G internet. These formats got their names from the word generation, which is translated from English as "generation". Now it becomes clear why wireless Internet transmitted using mobile communications is called networks of the second, third or fourth generation.
It's easy to guess from the quantitative identifier how the evolution of the mobile Internet took place. If at first there was a GPRS format that worked on old Siemens and Nokia phones with a keyboard, then a little later there appeared smartphones that function with 2G. Of course, this type of connection was considered revolutionary due to its speed and the ability to exchange large amounts of data.
Followed by 3G, which became even faster. If in the networks of the second generation the user has the opportunity to exchange messages by mail and on social networks, browse sites and do other similar work, then with 3G you can download media files, listen to music and watch movies.
LTE, or 4G network, is even more powerful as it allows you to download multimedia content even faster. In terms of access speed, it can be compared with home Internet (at least if Beeline provides this 4G network).
Devices
Since 4G belongs to the category of mobile Internet, it is easy to guess that it interacts primarily with portable gadgets such as tablets andsmartphones. In addition, you can use LTE-Internet using desktop computers and laptops. True, this requires a special 4G modem developed by Beeline. The tariffs applicable to services provided for a desktop PC are somewhat different from mobile ones. However, more on that later. Let's just say that the provided service package for a PC is larger, which means it is slightly more expensive than the same service intended for a portable gadget.
In general, it is safe to say that the list of devices capable of receiving an LTE signal is quite extensive (or even unlimited).
Fares
What are the conditions for using the Internet in the 4G connection format? Beeline has developed several service packages with a fixed cost. This is done so that the client can independently decide how much data he would like to order and how much he is ultimately willing to pay for their use.
To begin with, it should be noted that all packages are divided into two groups - those that include only the volume of Internet traffic (they are designed for tablet computers, as well as USB modems for stationary PCs), and those which go in a complex together with mobile communication. In particular, they are called "All for …", and by connecting them, the subscriber can count on a range of services from Beeline (4G).
The price of the package depends primarily on the amount of data, as well as on the opportunities that the subscriber receives. Below we present to your attention the characteristics of each of the indicatedpackages.
All for 200
Let's start with the most basic and affordable tariff, which combines both mobile services and portable Internet. So, as the name implies, the cost of the package is 200 rubles per month. There are no additional fees for connecting the service or its maintenance. This is the final payment that allows you to use the option.
The amount of data offered to the subscriber is 1 GB. In principle, for an inactive smartphone user, this traffic will be enough to communicate on social networks, work with mail, and, possibly, an occasional search for information on Google. Of course, you need to clarify that for the service to function, you need a smartphone that supports 4G.
"Beeline" within the framework of this tariff also offers unlimited calls within the network, as well as special billing for other services. Since this does not concern the main topic of our article, we will not go into details.
Other "All for…"
In addition to the package for 200 rubles, the operator also has sets for 400, 600, 900, 1500 and 2700 rubles. They are, in fact, similar to the basic option, except for the amount of data allocated.
In particular, for 400 rubles, the user gets not 1, but 2 GB per month, additional minutes and SMS messages for free (in a fixed amount). For 600, the operator provides 5 GB per month (traffic will be enough for smartphone owners who occasionally go into online games and like to listen to music from the Internet). The "All for 900" tariff will give you the opportunity to get 7 GB prepaid, and postpaid - 12 GB of traffic to your smartphone (this is enough even for fans of TV shows).
Finally, packages for 1500 and 2700 rubles offer the user 10/20 and 15/30 GB for post- and prepaid, respectively. Of course, they require a 4G smartphone (Beeline provides an additional package of messages and minutes for calls).
Connection
In order to activate one of the mentioned tariffs, you need to log in to the 4G Internet service account ("Beeline" has developed a separate menu for its users). You can also call the phone number indicated on the tariff description page (it includes a unique identifier with which you can automatically order the corresponding service by following the instructions of the robot). Finally, you can always contact the sales department.
"Internet forever" + "Highway"
An alternative line of tariff plans is the "Internet forever" service in conjunction with the "Highway".
Where there is a 4G coverage area, Beeline offers owners of tablet computers a free traffic package consisting of 200 megabytes. In addition to it, the user is obliged to take the "Highway" service for 4, 8, 12 or 20 GB. As you can see, the data packets for the Internet on a tablet device are larger than those intended for consumption by a smartphone. And this is logical, since subscribers tend to spend much more on a tablettraffic.
The cost of packages varies from 400 to 1200 rubles per month. As you can see, this is an order of magnitude cheaper than the "All for …" plans, since there is no mobile connection.
How to connect?
Service activation is carried out by the same method as described above. That is, the subscriber is given the opportunity to contact the operator and ask him to connect the tariff he likes manually (note that you need to call from the SIM card on which you want to activate the option, so you will have to remove it from the tablet). You can also activate the service on the Internet using your personal account or by sending a short request with the combination indicated on the package description page.
Geography
The extent to which 4G coverage plays a very important role in the quality of services provided. Beeline, according to reports on the official website, is trying to maximize the zone in which the Internet signal is available in the format of fourth-generation networks. However, even to a person who is far from telecommunications, it is clear that this is far from being so simple. The company is forced to constantly invest new money so that more and more residents of remote regions can use high-speed Internet.
Although not as fast as we would like, but still, the 4G zone is gradually increasing. Beeline has connected only the largest cities to its LTE network, while smaller settlements are forced tobe content with 3G Internet, or even slow 2G. Unfortunately, nothing can be done about it. Our country is too large for a single mobile operator to provide a strong enough signal.
Check Beeline 4G coverage
For greater convenience of subscribers' work with services, the company has developed a special Internet service. It is presented in the form of a map of Russia, which shows the territories under the signal of different connection formats, including: 4G, WiFi. Beeline, as you know, creates its network of stationary Internet transmitters on the streets so that its subscribers can use wireless access services for free or at a moderate cost.
Authorization is performed using a mobile phone, and deductions for working with the service are made from the subscriber's account. As for informing users, on the mentioned map, everyone can find out where the nearest coverage area is. 4G "Beeline", of course, also indicated in detail on it. You can also find addresses of service centers and company stores here.
Signaling
Some subscribers working with LTE-Internet take advantage of the operator's services in order to provide network access to their other devices. In particular, this also applies to stationary devices (laptop or personal computer, consisting of a system unit and a monitor). This is done when you have a 4G WiFi router "Beeline".
You can buy it in communication stores - problems withthis will not occur. At the same time, such a device with a USB output can be connected to a computer with any operating system without the need to make additional settings. Everything is simple and easy - connect the Beeline router (4G) to the USB hole, and high-speed Internet appears on your PC at a reasonable price. With it, you can perform work tasks on your device without having to think about whether you will find another WiFi hotspot or not.
In addition, you do not need to pull additional wires to connect to the network. The signal is valid wherever you are (provided, of course, that there is a 4G coverage area). WiFi router "Beeline", in addition, provides its owners with a high speed signal transmission. Feedback from subscribers indicates that with a good signal level on a computer, you can watch a movie or download a video, chat via Skype, and so on. You can even enjoy online games (the connection allows you to do this).
You can buy a Beeline 4G router in a specialized store, which is also available to visitors to the company's official website. There should be no difficulties in buying a device.
Reviews
Finally, apart from some praises and enumeration of the advantages of services from the "yellow-black", it is time to bring to your attention some feedback from subscribers. It is desirable, of course, to identify the negative ones in order to find shortcomings in the Beeline service. This is what we did.
Most of the feedback given by users can be described as positive - people are satisfied with the signal strength, the cost of services, various "buns" from the operator in the form of promotions and special offers. At the same time, there are also dissatisfied subscribers who are not happy with a number of points. Someone complains, for example, about a faulty statistics system. They say that the allocated amount of data (say, a package of 10 GB) can disappear without a trace, even if all devices are completely disconnected from the Internet.
The second common complaint is advertising reviews. Subscribers note that the company providing the Internet too often and intensively demonstrates its sponsorship videos on the screen of a tablet or laptop. It's annoying, but it's impossible to get rid of intrusive material.
Subscribers also note that when switching to a more expensive tariff plan, the connection speed remains the same, although money is debited in large volumes.
