AT&T has a pretty good track record of investing in their infrastructure. As we stated earlier this year, they were working on having 7.2 Mbps download speeds. Word has it those tests are currently underway in the windy city. Perhaps the sexiest part is this: “Interestingly, though, Siegel did say AT&T Mobility is testing 7.2…
Monthly Archives: December 2008
The Definitive Coast-To-Coast 3G Data Test
So the guys over at Gizmodo has what they’re calling the Definitive Coast-To-Coast 3G Data Test. They compared the networks of Sprint, Verizon and AT&T (T-Mobile’s 3G network is too tiny and Alltel got bought out by Verizon). “The USB dongles we used for testing were typical 3G cards from the carriers: AT&T’s Sierra USBConnect…
Sprint Mobile Broadband Speed Tests
Sprint mobile broadband claims download/upload speeds of 600-1400 Kbps and 350-500 Kbps. After several speed tests, we found something else.
Novatel U727 Aircard Review
While this card has some nifty features, you could get them in a friendlier format. Unless you’re particular to the Novatel U727 check out the Franklin U680. You’ll get the same features without the spear sticking out the side of your laptop
UTStarcom UM175 Aircard Review
The UTStarcom UM175 is a good card. However, you need to use it with a certain amount of care. The small space between the USB connection and the main device is a potential hazard. If it gets a hard enough bump
AT&T Sierra Wireless Mercury USB Card Review
The Sierra Wireless Mercury isn’t an exciting card. It is, however, a useful one. While it looks like a regular flash drive, it comes with an interesting feature that…makes it into a flash drive.
Huawei EC228 Aircard Review
The Huawei EC228 is a good USB card if that’s what you’re looking for. If you have an ExpressCard or PC Card slot, check out another card instead. The form factor is better. Performance wise though, there’s not much of
a difference.
Alltel High Speed Internet Review
Alltel High Speed Internet is EVDO revision 0 only. This is to change by the end of 2008. One can also add WiFi for $10 extra for bolstered speed and coverage at select locations.
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