Description
Red Pocket ZTE MF61 Mi-Fi T-Mobile Hotspot, Factory Refurbished
This is the Redpocket ZTE MF61 Mi-fi T-Mobile hotspot, listed in its name as 4G LTE but built as an HSPA+ device, factory refurbished per the SKU and supplied with battery, USB cable, charger, and guide. Export dealers serving UMTS band IV markets and repair shops stocking parts or demo hardware are the realistic buyers for it.
The ZTE MF61 is a pocket-size mobile Wi-Fi hotspot from 2011 that was sold on T-Mobile's network and later through Red Pocket Mobile, an MVNO. It shares one cellular data connection with up to five Wi-Fi devices over 802.11 b/g/n, runs on a 1,500 mAh battery rated for about four hours, and weighs under three ounces. Its radio is HSPA+ on UMTS band IV with GSM 1900; it has no LTE despite the listing name, so it has no live US data service today. Buyers take the MF61 from TG Wireless as a factory refurbished unit for export to HSPA markets, parts, and display or demonstration use.
Key specifications
| Model | ZTE MF61 mobile hotspot, Red Pocket / T-Mobile branded |
|---|---|
| Network status | T-Mobile network (Red Pocket branded) |
| Cellular | GSM/GPRS 1900 MHz; UMTS/HSPA+ band IV (1700/2100 MHz); no LTE |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n, up to 5 connected devices |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh, about 4 hours of Wi-Fi use |
| Size and weight | 3.9 x 2.1 x 0.5 inches, 2.7 ounces |
| Included (as listed) | Hotspot, battery and door, USB cable, AC charger, user guide |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot. Listed with battery, battery door, USB cable, AC charger, and user guide; the SIM card mentioned in the original listing is not assured.
Network and compatibility
The MF61 is a 2G GSM and 3G HSPA+ device with no LTE radio. T-Mobile retired its 3G UMTS network in 2022 and its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026, so the MF61 gets no data service on T-Mobile or on Red Pocket's T-Mobile-based plans today. See the network status line in the table. It is realistic only for export to countries still running UMTS band IV, for Wi-Fi router demonstrations, parts, and collectors of carrier hardware.
Resale fit
- Export to markets where UMTS/HSPA+ on 1700/2100 MHz is still in service.
- Parts and display units for repair shops and carrier-hardware collectors.
- Training and demonstration stock for prepaid retailers.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
