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AT&T has started selling the Sierra Wireless USBConnect Lightning modem that supports the carrier’s faster 7.2Mbps HSPA network. AT&T sells the USBConnect Lightning for $100 with a minimum $35 monthly data plan, although they will return $100 in the form of a debit card rebate which means the modem is free. The $35 plan provides 200MB a month but coexists alongside the existing $60, 5GB service. [Engadget]
Here’s the latest wireless modem for Cricket’s 3G network, the UM185C. This wireless modem provides unlimited wireless internet service within Cricket Broadband coverage areas using its tri-band CDMA connectivity. The modem itself measures only 2.8-inch x 1.3-inch x 0.6-inch and weighs just 1.1 ounces, and features a swivel USB hinge, dual antenna with Rx antenna diversity and CD-less software for easy installation. If you’re interested the modem will set you back $139 plus another $40 per month for the service plan. [Press Release]
Getting connected to the internet virtually from anywhere in the world is now become possible with the help of Verizon’s latest UMW190 USB modem. This wireless 3G USB modem operates on Dual-Band CDMA Revision A (Rev.A), Tri-Band UMTS/HSPA and Quad-Band GSM/GPRS/EDGE networks providing global connectivity. Other features of the modem include a pre-installed sim card, a sliding cover, compatibility with Windows and a visual status indicator. The Verizon UMW190 USB World Modem will become available later this month for $49.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year agreement. [Verizon via Phonemag]
Verizon Wireless and ZTE USA have worked together to launch their new mobile broadband USB modem that can access to high-speed networks in more than 175 destinations including EV-DO, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, HSPA and UMTS platforms. The AD3700 is powered by the VZAccess Manager software that makes connection management a snap. Weighing at only 1.6-ounces, the Verizon AD3700 will retail for $79.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and signing up for a new 2-year agreement on a Mobile Broadband plan. [Press Release]
The Option iCON 452 HSPA+ USB modem has been released in the States via Cincinnati Bell. The wireless modem uses Advanced Wireless Services (AWS) Spectrum and provides the fastest Internet connection possible at enhanced 3G speeds. The device adopts Option’s Zero-CD Plug’n Play Technology allowing users simply insert the device into a computer, install the software and are instantly connected to the Internet. The iCON 452 also has a built-in Micro-SD slot that allows the modem to double up as a portable storage solution. [Slashphone]
Huawei have introduced their latest wireless modem, the i-Mo, which will debut at Mobile World Congress next week. The Huawei i-Mo comes in the size of a “small key chainâ€. The device supports an HSDPA/HSUPA USB modem and a WiFi b/g chip on board for sharing the connection with other devices. You can also use it as removable storage thanks to its microSD slot. Maximum downlink and uplink speeds of 7.2Mbps and 5.76Mbps (network depending) are also supported. The Huawei i-Mo will be released in Q2 2009. No word on pricing at this time. [Slashgear]
Sprint has recently rolled out the Sierra Wireless Mobile Broadband USB Modem 598U. This EV-DO Rev. A-compatible device boasts an average download speeds of between 600 kbps and 1.4 Mbps, while upload speeds average 350 to 500 kbps. The 598U is also compatible with EV-DO Rev. 0 and 1XRTT technology and provides an integrated GPS receiver, and a microSDHC memory card slot (up to 32GB). The Sierra Wireless Mobile Broadband USB Modem 598U is currently available for free with an appropriate two-year data plan. [intomobile]
Novatel Ovation has just released their new product, the MC760 USB EVDO Modem. It’s claimed to be the world’s smallest USB EVDO modem that you can well, practically carry in your pocket (measuring at two inches and weighing less than an ounce). It supports Windows (Vista, XP, 2000), Mac OS X and Linux systems. Other specs include the on-board GPS with integrated microSD slot with capacity up to 8GB. No words on the pricing yet but it will be commercially available this quarter. [Gizmodo]
50Mbps connection might be a dream to many, but soon not for Virgin Media subscribers. Not only that, in a viral campaign they kicked-off today, they’re announcing this uber-sleek and extra-fast DOCSIS 3.0 broadband modem that comes with it. This will allow you to harness the full 50Mbps speeds to download MP3 tracks in under 1 second and bounce around photos of your latest holiday trips to the East in a blink of an eye. UK’s speed-junkies can count on getting themselves the package at year’s end. But what about the rest of us, Sir Branson? [TrustedReviews]
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