Mobile Broadband Demystified
Summary: USBConnect Lightning for AT&T is the latest slick HSPA USB stick with ulraflexible sviwel connector, capable of lightning speeds – 7.2Mbps download and 2Mbps upload, and integrated microSD slot for SDHC cards up to 32Gb
Pros: Global connectivity, cool ultraflexible swivel connector, high HSPA data speeds, microSD slot up to 32Gb
Cons: no GPS
Rating:
– Excellent
Price: $249.99 Free with 2 year AT&T Contract
By Mobile Warp on Jan 11, 05:48 PM
Summary: Tiny and slick, Sierra Wireless 598U mobile USB modem for Sprint’s EvDO RevA network, packs microSD slot for memory cards up to 32Gb, external antenna jack, and integrated assisted GPS for quality mobile surfing experience. Wireless perfomance is very solid with 3G speeds typical for modern CDMA EvDO networks.
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Pros: Small, great performance with solid up/download speeds, integrated assisted GPS and MicroSD slot for cards up to 8Gb. Jack for external antenna. Supports all major OSs – Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.
Cons: Used to be slightly higher price – it cost $49.99 with 2-year Sprint contract before – but since Sprint dropped the price to Free, none left.
Rating:
– Excellent
Price: $249.99 Free with 2 year Sprint contract
Summary: UM150 mobile USB broadband modem for Verizon Wireless is an inexpensive and easy way to go online over Verizon’s CDMA EvDO RevA mobile data network. With integrated MicroSD slot, it will also serve as a USB stick memory extention for up to 4Gb.
Pros: Inexpensive, solid build, good up/download speeds, integrated MicroSD slot for cards up to 4Gb. Swivel design.
Cons: No GPS, slightly bigger than other USB modems
Rating:
– Good
Price: $249.99 Free with 2 year Verizon contract
Summary: Novatel Wireless USB727 for Verizon presents a compelling package for speedy Internet connection over Verizon’s wireless EvDO RevA data network. It features one of the best signal sensitivities with a flip up antenna, has an integrated microSD slot for expandable storage, doubling up as a USB drive stick, and has integrated assisted GPS for location based applications.
Pros: Small and slick package. Impressive data rates, very good signal reception with Novatel’s “diversity loop antenna”, 2-in-1 with integrated miscroSD slot and built-in GPS. Free with Verizon’s 2-year data plan.
Cons: Tends to stick out depending on the location of USB slot on your PC, which may be inconvenient for some. Antenna needs to be flipped for better reception during use.
Rating:
– Very Good
Price: $249.99 Free with 2 year Verizon contract
Summary: USBConnect Mercury for AT&T by Sierra Wireless (based on Sierra’s Compass 885) is small and reliable modem for HSPA networks. It offers seamless high-speed wireless connectivity for both Mac and Windows computers, features seamless no CD installation, a microSD memory expansion slot, and a laptop clip to help maximize modem performance. With Mercury you can roam worldwide on tri-band UMTS and quad-band GSM/ EDGE networks.
Pros: Small, seamless installation, easy to use, integrated MicroSD slot. Free with 2-year AT&T contract. Widest worldwide coverage when roaming on UMTS / HSPA and GSM / EDGE networks.
Cons: No GPS, SIM card slot is in somewhat inconvenient location
Rating:
– Good
Price: $259.99 Free with 2 year AT&T contract
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