Mobile Broadband Demystified
Summary: GT Ultra (based on Option GlobeTrotter GT MAX) is great option to get fast mobile access to Internet while ensuring the widest national and global coverage. Offers potentially the highest upload and download data rates available today, with peak HSUPA upload speeds approaching 2.0Mbps and HSDPA download speeds reaching 7.2Mbps.
Pros: HSUPA/HSDPA support ensures highest possible (today) data rates when AT&T’s network is ready. Retractable Antenna. Seamless no-CD plug and play installation. Free with 2 year AT&T contract.
Cons: No GPS, PCMCIA form factor may be limiting in the future.
Rating:
– Good
Price: $249.99 49.99 with 2 year AT&T contract
Summary: Sierra Wireless’ AirCard 881 for AT&T is the first PCMIA broadband modem to support HSUPA – for a staggering (theoretical) download speed of up to 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2.0 Mbps.
It offers tri-band UMTS/HSPA and quad-band GPRS/EDGE for global connectivity and worldwide roaming, while being optimized for better fringe performance on North American networks.
Pros: One of the first HSUPA Broadband Modems on the market. Integrated Assisted GPS for your location-based needs. World modem for global connectivity (when roaming)
Cons: PCMICIA form factor limiting to specific PC models.
Rating:
– Very Good
Price: $319.99 $49.99 with 2 year AT&T contract