Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Sierra Wireless introduces 76x range of AirCard 4G Mobile Hotspots]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-aircard--hotspots/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-aircard--hotspots/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-aircard--hotspots/#comments http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/sierra-wireless-introduces-76x-range-of-aircard-4g-mobile-hotspo/Sierra Wireless just announced a new 76xS range of AirCard mobile hotspots. Thanks to expanded frequency band support (LTE 1800/2100/2600 MHz, HSPA+ 850/900/2100 MHz and 800/900/2100), the new cards will be compatible with more international markets, and are set to launch in the US, Australia, Asia and Europe over the coming months. There's support for up to ten WiFi devices, and a 2,000 mAh battery -- which Sierra claims brings a 30 percent boost in life -- upgradeable to an even juicier 3,600 mAh option via an additional accessory purchase. The user interface also got a revamp, with an extra button to improve navigation and more information on the device itself, meaning less need to access the web interface. Availability will depend on carrier networks, but is expected to be in the next few months. In the meantime, hit the PR after the break if you want to know more.

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Sierra Wireless introduces 76x range of AirCard 4G Mobile Hotspots originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Feb 2012 06:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4g760S762S763Saircardhspa+ltemifimobilemobile hotspotMobileHotspotSierra WirelessSierraWirelessWiFiwirelesswireless hotspotWirelessHotspotTue, 28 Feb 2012 06:54:00 EST<![CDATA[Rogers launches LTE Rocket USB dongle and mobile hotspot, revamps 4G pricing]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/06/rogers-launches-lte-rocket-usb-dongle-and-mobile-hotspot/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/06/rogers-launches-lte-rocket-usb-dongle-and-mobile-hotspot/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/06/rogers-launches-lte-rocket-usb-dongle-and-mobile-hotspot/#comments Rogers LTEHold on to your campaign hats people, Rogers has some blazingly fast new LTE devices for your consideration: the AirCard 330U LTE Rocket and AirCard 763S LTE mobile hotspot. Both Sierra Wireless 4G cards support the 1700MHz, 2100MHz and 2600MHz bands for theoretical peak downloads of 100Mbps, while real-world speeds will hover closer to 40Mbps. The latest dongle and hotspot for Rogers are the first to work on all three of its bands, and claim to be the fastest such devices in the land. The carrier is also extending its HSPA+ pricing scheme to its LTE network, meaning Flex Rate plans for the LTE Rocket stick and hotspot start at $22.93 per month, while tablets will be able to hop on the LTE bandwagon for just $7.93. Check out the PR after the break.

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Rogers launches LTE Rocket USB dongle and mobile hotspot, revamps 4G pricing originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Good news for those of you waiting for Rogers' first LTE network launch in Ottawa, Canada: it happened. Ottawa's LTE debut now puts Rogers firmly at the top of the heap amongst its chief rivals Bell and Telus -- at least where speed is concerned. To start, the only device on offer is the Sierra Wireless AirCard 313U, which retails at $79.99 on a three-year deal or $169.99 completely off-contract. As you're likely aware, LTE is all about the speed, and with that speed comes the potential for cost as this network will see you burning through a gigabyte of data in mere minutes. To help balance that out, Rogers has also introduced a new tiered LTE Flex Rate Plan with prices starting at $45 for 1.5GB to $90 for 9GB -- with every GB thereafter deftly removing another $10 from your billfold. To help the addiction really settle in, the carrier has wisely made the first two months of service free with overage costs also getting the boot. Of course, this all sounds like a recipe for a challenge, so we've arranged to get our hands on one these devices for some first impressions on speed and quality and then begin a two month odyssey of its LTE network -- and fair use policy -- abuse.

Rogers' first LTE network is live in Ottawa, aims to become fastest in North America originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jul 2011 16:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>313Uaircardaircard 313UAircard313uAWScanadaLTElte canadaLTE launch canadaLteCanadaLteLaunchCanadarogersrogers LTERogersLtesierra wirelesssierra Wireless 313USierraWirelessSierraWireless313uThu, 07 Jul 2011 16:16:00 EST<![CDATA[Sierra Wireless intros dual-carrier HSPA+ / LTE AirCard 753S and 754S, with 319U and 320U in tow]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/14/sierra-wireless-intros-dual-carrier-hspa-lte-aircard-753s-and/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/14/sierra-wireless-intros-dual-carrier-hspa-lte-aircard-753s-and/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/14/sierra-wireless-intros-dual-carrier-hspa-lte-aircard-753s-and/#comments Thanks to Verizon's blowout at CES, we've already been treated to a couple of LTE-friendly mobile hotspots from the likes of Samsung and Novatel Wireless, but Sierra Wireless is joining the crowd here at Mobile World Congress. The outfit has just revealed its two newest mobile hotpots, the AirCard 754S and 753S. The former supports dual-carrier LTE, while the latter handles dual-carrier HSPA+, enabling up to five WiFi devices to surf on either of the fastest two mobile superhighways. We're told that the 753S can hit downlink rates as high as 42Mbps (and upload rates near 5.76Mbps) on a DC-HSPA+ network, while the 754S can reach 100Mbps (down) / 50Mbps (up) while operating on an LTE network. Both of these are right around the size of a deck of cards, and no software installation is required to get 'em working. There's also an integrated LCD that provides a look at WiFi access information, battery life, network signal strength, and the number of devices connected, with audible alerts and a web admin interface available as well. The duo is expected to ship at some point during 2011's second quarter, but there's no news yet on which (if any) carriers will be picking them up.

Moving right along, Canada's own Telus will be offering yet another new one from Sierra Wireless this March: the AirCard 319U USB modem, a device we recently spotted in the FCC's database. This one promises download speeds of up to 42Mbps and upload speeds approaching 5.76Mbps, with a swiveling design that allows the body of the modem to be tucked up against the side of the notebook and protects it from being damaged by accidental bumps. The LTE-friendly AirCard 320U is the USB version of the 754S hotspot shown above, with an articulating and pivoting hinge that works with the widest possible variety of USB port placements, and if all goes well, it'll ship during Q2 2011 for an undisclosed rate. Sierra plans on having Mac and PC support for the whole lot, and we'll be digging for details surrounding price and availability.

Gallery: Sierra Wireless AirCard 753S and 754S

Sierra Wireless intros dual-carrier HSPA+ / LTE AirCard 753S and 754S, with 319U and 320U in tow originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: The populace has spoken, and "sexy" is no more. Shall we call them "transforming" modems, then? They most certainly are.

Gallery: Verizon LTE announce and modem leak



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Verizon launching LTE on December 5th, two transforming 4G USB modems hitch a wild ride originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Sierra Wireless AirCard 890 does 7.2Mbps on AT&T, slides into PC Card or ExpressCard slots

Sierra Wireless AirCard 890 does 7.2Mbps on AT&T, slides into PC Card or ExpressCard slots originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 21 Apr 2010 07:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra Wireless pledges undying affection, support for Windows 7 Device Stage originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 24 Mar 2010 01:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Next-gen Ford Sync adding WiFi hotspot capabilities, you provide the 3G modem originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3g card3gCardair cardAirCardfordford syncFordSyncsyncwireless broadbandWirelessBroadbandMon, 21 Dec 2009 11:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Sierra Wireless' dual form factor AirCard 504 for AT&T gets FCC'd]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/12/sierra-wireless-dual-form-factor-aircard-504-for-atandt-gets-fcc/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/12/sierra-wireless-dual-form-factor-aircard-504-for-atandt-gets-fcc/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/12/sierra-wireless-dual-form-factor-aircard-504-for-atandt-gets-fcc/#comments ExpressCard and PC Card slots both seem in danger of going the way of the dodo right now, but they're not dead yet -- far from it -- which means that carriers still have a vested interest in making sure there are data cards ready to suck $60 out of your wallet in exchange for 5GB of 3G data. So far, AT&T's only been selling a USB modem that's capable of taking advantage of its newly-christened 7.2Mbps markets, which means they've got to get a move on with those other form factors -- and by all accounts, it seems that's where this AirCard 504 comes into play. Rumored previously as the "Triple Lindy," this bad boy should come bundled with a PC Card adapter (just like its AirCard 503 cousin) and feature support up to full 21Mbps HSPA+, although the best you'll likely ever get out of it connected to an AT&T cell is 7.2. We don't have intel on a release date right now, but we imagine they're itching to get this one out there -- the carrier doesn't offer any ExpressCard option at the moment, amazingly.

Sierra Wireless' dual form factor AirCard 504 for AT&T gets FCC'd originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra Wireless has just announced five new AirCard data cards and USB modems, including devices supporting HSPA+ frequencies. The AirCard 503, AirCard USB 308, and AirCard USB 309 all support peak download speeds of 21Mbps, with the former being a 2-in-1 PC card / ExpressCard device and the latter two being basically the same USB modem (except the first one supports 850MHz, 1900MHz, and 2100MHz frequencies, while AirCard USB 309 limits you to 900MHz and 2100MHz bands). If the raw excitement and glamor of HSPA+ speeds are more than you (or your budget) can handle, the company is also introducing a couple plain ol' HSPA cards with respectable peak downloads of 7.2Mbps and peak uploads of 5.76Mbps. The AirCard USB 301 supports 850MHz and 2100 MHz bands, while the AirCard USB 302 does its thing in the 900MHz and 2100MHz range. Scheduled to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of this year for prices to be announced. PR after the break.

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Sierra Wireless adds 2-in-1 HSPA+ AirCards to a lineup already fraught with action and danger originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra Wireless has just announced five new AirCard data cards and USB modems, including devices supporting HSPA+ frequencies. The AirCard 503, AirCard USB 308, and AirCard USB 309 all support peak download speeds of 21Mbps, with the former being a 2-in-1 PC card / ExpressCard device and the latter two being basically the same USB modem (except the first one supports 850MHz, 1900MHz, and 2100MHz frequencies, while AirCard USB 309 limits you to 900MHz and 2100MHz bands). If the raw excitement and glamor of HSPA+ speeds are more than you (or your budget) can handle, the company is also introducing a couple plain ol' HSPA cards with respectable peak downloads of 7.2Mbps and peak uploads of 5.76Mbps. The AirCard USB 301 supports 850MHz and 2100 MHz bands, while the AirCard USB 302 does its thing in the 900MHz and 2100MHz range. Scheduled to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of this year for prices to be announced. PR after the break.

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Sierra Wireless adds 2-in-1 HSPA+ AirCards to a lineup already fraught with action and danger originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's not exactly for everybody, but we have a sneaking suspicion that Sprint's new Sierra Wireless AirCard 402 mobile broadband card -- first spotted last month -- will make at least a few multiple laptop owners out there very, very happy. As you can see above, this one can function happily as an ExpressCard one moment and a PC Card the next, with each providing the same dual-band CDMA connectivity and support for EV-DO 1xRTT, Rev. 0, and Rev. A, along with all the other standard features and software you'd expect from a mobile broadband card. Perhaps the best news, however, is the price, which at $99.99 (after $180 instant savings and a $50 mail-in rebate), is pretty much in line with Sprint's other plan old ExpressCard options.

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Sprint debuts 2-in-1 AirCard 402 mobile broadband card originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's not exactly for everybody, but we have a sneaking suspicion that Sprint's new Sierra Wireless AirCard 402 mobile broadband card -- first spotted last month -- will make at least a few multiple laptop owners out there very, very happy. As you can see above, this one can function happily as an ExpressCard one moment and a PC Card the next, with each providing the same dual-band CDMA connectivity and support for EV-DO 1xRTT, Rev. 0, and Rev. A, along with all the other standard features and software you'd expect from a mobile broadband card. Perhaps the best news, however, is the price, which at $99.99 (after $180 instant savings and a $50 mail-in rebate), is pretty much in line with Sprint's other plan old ExpressCard options.

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Sprint debuts 2-in-1 AirCard 402 mobile broadband card originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We can't say there are an awful lot of folks out there looking for a single mobile broadband card that'll play nice in both PC Card and ExpressCard slots, but for that niche that's intently paying attention, have a look at this. The Sierra Wireless AirCard 402 is the company's first to offer such 2-in-1 functionality, and it's designed to operate on EV-DO Rev. A networks handling speeds of up to 3.1Mbps (downlink) / 1.8Mbps (uplink). Users can also bank on the company's TRU-Locate GPS service to "quickly and accurately establish location for local searches and navigation." There's no mention of a price or release date, but it should be on hand for us to peer at during CTIA this week.

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Sierra Wireless AirCard 402 plays PC Card and ExpressCard roles originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We can't say there are an awful lot of folks out there looking for a single mobile broadband card that'll play nice in both PC Card and ExpressCard slots, but for that niche that's intently paying attention, have a look at this. The Sierra Wireless AirCard 402 is the company's first to offer such 2-in-1 functionality, and it's designed to operate on EV-DO Rev. A networks handling speeds of up to 3.1Mbps (downlink) / 1.8Mbps (uplink). Users can also bank on the company's TRU-Locate GPS service to "quickly and accurately establish location for local searches and navigation." There's no mention of a price or release date, but it should be on hand for us to peer at during CTIA this week.

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Sierra Wireless AirCard 402 plays PC Card and ExpressCard roles originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra Wireless has just announced two new ExpressCard modems for HSUPA wireless users. Sporting download speeds up tp 7.2Mbps and upload speeds up to 5.76Mbps, the AirCard 501 supports 850 / 1900 / 2100 MHz bands, while the AirCard 502 covers 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz. Both are backward compatible with UMTS, EDGE and GSM networks world 'round, and they're being touted as "durable," meaning there are no little antennas or plastic pieces to break on you. That last part should be good news to all of you post-apocalyptic Road Warriors out there (or not -- they're still just regular ExpressCards, as far as we can tell). The AirCard 501 is slated for release later this month, while those of you interested in the AirCard 502 will have to wait until the first part of 2009.

[Via Slash Phone]

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Sierra Wireless intros 'ruggedified' AirCard 501 and 502 modems originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra Wireless has just announced two new ExpressCard modems for HSUPA wireless users. Sporting download speeds up tp 7.2Mbps and upload speeds up to 5.76Mbps, the AirCard 501 supports 850 / 1900 / 2100 MHz bands, while the AirCard 502 covers 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz. Both are backward compatible with UMTS, EDGE and GSM networks world 'round, and they're being touted as "durable," meaning there are no little antennas or plastic pieces to break on you. That last part should be good news to all of you post-apocalyptic Road Warriors out there (or not -- they're still just regular ExpressCards, as far as we can tell). The AirCard 501 is slated for release later this month, while those of you interested in the AirCard 502 will have to wait until the first part of 2009.

[Via Slash Phone]

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Sierra Wireless intros 'ruggedified' AirCard 501 and 502 modems originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One of the most surprising things about the launch of an ultra-portable laptop dubbed "Air" by Apple wasn't its thinness but the lack of an embedded WWAN radio. No more, at least if you're not intimidated by smoldering solder and warranty violations. Jordan Bunnell has posted a step-by-step of his success at integrating a Verizon USB727 Aircard into the MacBook Air chassis thanks to the MBA's previously unused USB controllers discovered on the system board. While the EVDO signal (and speed) has appreciably degraded from its externally attached origins, Jordan is still pulling 1,400 to 1,700kbps downloads and 380kbps uploads -- something which might be improved with antenna tweaks. Regardless, those speeds are significantly faster than the 0kbps stock MBA owners experience.

[Thanks, Tom]

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MacBook Air hacked with internal EV-DO -- finally lives up to its name originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T starts shipping HSUPA cards originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Oct 2007 16:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T starts shipping HSUPA cards originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Oct 2007 16:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via Macworld]

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Sierra Wireless intros AirCard 880U / 881U USB modems originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Aug 2007 12:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via Macworld]

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Sierra Wireless intros AirCard 880U / 881U USB modems originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Aug 2007 12:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BroadbandAccess customers, meet Sierra Wireless' AirCard 595U EV-DO Rev A USB modem, which is (almost) finally available to you through Verizon Wireless. Designed for use with your USB port, this EV-DO Rev A modem can also be connected through the included docking cradle, and even comes bundled with VZAccess Manager software. Additionally, the device boasts an internal, removable battery to "ensure there is always enough power support to handle peak or fringe area transmission requirements," and should be available for those interested on August 30th for $179.99 -- after you mail back a pesky rebate and sign your name to a two-year agreement, that is.

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Verizon intros Sierra Wireless AirCard 595U EV-DO Rev A USB modem originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 16 Aug 2007 16:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BroadbandAccess customers, meet Sierra Wireless' AirCard 595U EV-DO Rev A USB modem, which is (almost) finally available to you through Verizon Wireless. Designed for use with your USB port, this EV-DO Rev A modem can also be connected through the included docking cradle, and even comes bundled with VZAccess Manager software. Additionally, the device boasts an internal, removable battery to "ensure there is always enough power support to handle peak or fringe area transmission requirements," and should be available for those interested on August 30th for $179.99 -- after you mail back a pesky rebate and sign your name to a two-year agreement, that is.

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Verizon intros Sierra Wireless AirCard 595U EV-DO Rev A USB modem originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 16 Aug 2007 16:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra Wireless AirCard 597E ExpressCard to hit Sprint originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 23 May 2007 17:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Jake]

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Sierra Wireless AirCard 875U now available on AT&T Premier originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 May 2007 11:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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P.S. -Macs can get their 3G on with Sierra's Mac driver support here.

[Thanks, Jake]

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Sierra Wireless AirCard 875U now available on AT&T Premier originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 May 2007 11:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Telus, Sierra Wireless carrying EV-DO Rev A to Canada originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 16 Feb 2007 17:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, HTC Kid]

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UTStarcom to release PC5750 for Verizon originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 26 Jan 2007 14:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Josh M.]

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Cingular debuts Sierra Wireless Aircard 875 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Nov 2006 14:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircardaircard 875Aircard875cingularseirra wirelessSeirraWirelessMon, 20 Nov 2006 14:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Cingular debuts Sierra Wireless Aircard 875]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/11/20/cingular-debuts-seirra-wireless-aircard-875/http://www.engadget.com/2006/11/20/cingular-debuts-seirra-wireless-aircard-875/http://www.engadget.com/2006/11/20/cingular-debuts-seirra-wireless-aircard-875/#comments If you're still rocking a PCMCIA slot, and haven't filled it yet with some other tantalizing 3G option, Cingular just busted out its first UMTS/HSDPA laptop card, the Sierra Wireless Aircard 875, which might strike your fancy. Built by Sierra Wireless, who has been quite busy on this front of late, the card has theoretical peaks of 3.6Mbps down and 384Kbps up, and Cingular rates the actual speeds at around 400-700 and 100-120 respectively. While there's not much point to the purchase if you don't have Cingular's 3G Broadband Connect service in your area, the card can serve up EDGE data in a pinch. Without contract the 875 will run you $349.99, but with $149.99 off for a 2-year service agreement, and an additional $100 rebate when you sign up for unlimited data service, you might emerge from your local Cingular store relatively unscathed.

[Thanks, Josh M.]

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Cingular debuts Sierra Wireless Aircard 875 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Nov 2006 14:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, anonymous tipster]

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Helio to launch EV-DO / WiFi card with Boingo originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Sep 2006 11:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>580aircardaircard 580Aircard580boingocdmaev doevdoheliohotspotmobilemvnosperipheralssierra wirelessSierraWirelesswifiThu, 28 Sep 2006 11:41:00 EST<![CDATA[Sprint adds two cards to Rev. A stable]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/13/sprint-adds-two-cards-to-rev-a-stable/http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/13/sprint-adds-two-cards-to-rev-a-stable/http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/13/sprint-adds-two-cards-to-rev-a-stable/#comments Before we get you too excited, fair warning: there's not an ExpressCard to be found in the bunch. Instead, Sprint's decided to add another two PC Cards to the previously launched Novatel S720, giving them a grand total of three EV-DO Revision A-compliant data cards ahead of their network rollout -- it's just a shame all three devices fit in the same kind of slot. At any rate, we were always told not to look a gift horse in the mouth, so we're going to put a sock in it and thank Sprint for giving us options: first up is the value of the bunch, Pantech's PX-500, which'll clock in for a nice, round $0 on two-year contract. Next, the AirCard 595 from Sierra Wireless will match the S720's pricing, going out the door for $100 after signing on the dotted line. Expect both cards to drop before the end of the year, but until someone can show that the Pantech is demonstrably worse than its stablemates, we're really liking the sound of "free."

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Sprint adds two cards to Rev. A stable originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>595aircardcdmadatadata cardDataCardev doev-doevdomobileotherspantechpc cardPcCardperipheralspx-500rev aRevArevision aRevisionAsierra wirelessSierraWirelesssprintWed, 13 Sep 2006 10:17:00 EST<![CDATA[Cingular's AirCard 875 takes shape]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/cingulars-aircard-875-takes-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/cingulars-aircard-875-takes-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/cingulars-aircard-875-takes-shape/#comments We got our first glimpse this afternoon at Cingular's branded cut of Sierra Wireless' ridiculously fast (sounding) AirCard 875, capable of 3.6Mbps downtream via HSDPA. We're actually kind of digging the appearance of the antenna, which shouts "Cingular" with its black / orange scheme. We'd caught wind earlier of an October launch, though the mood at the Cingular camp was a little more cautious when we spoke to them today; we'll continue to cross our fingers.

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Cingular's AirCard 875 takes shape originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Sep 2006 18:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>875aircardatandtattcingularctiaedgegsmhsdpamobileothersperipheralssierrasierra wirelessSierraWirelessumtsTue, 12 Sep 2006 18:22:00 EST<![CDATA[AirCard 875 gets October launch on Cingular]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/aircard-875-gets-october-launch-on-cingular/http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/aircard-875-gets-october-launch-on-cingular/http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/aircard-875-gets-october-launch-on-cingular/#commentsSure, the AirCard 860's purely theoretical 1.8Mbps of HSDPA throughput is all well and good, but 3.6Mbps (again, purely theoretical) is even better. Sierra Wireless' re-upped model, the 875, has now been announced for release on Cingular next month at $99.99 on contract after rebates. With quad-band EDGE and tri-band HSDPA on board, if you manage to find a place in the world where you're not covered by some form of data, you've got bigger problems than your lack of 'Net access.

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AirCard 875 gets October launch on Cingular originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Sep 2006 09:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3.6875aircardcingularedgegsmhsdpamobilepc cardPcCardperipheralssierra wirelessSierraWirelessumtsTue, 12 Sep 2006 09:49:00 EST<![CDATA[Sierra Wireless announces AirCard 597E EV-DO Rev. A ExpressCard]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/31/sierra-wireless-announces-aircard-597e-ev-do-rev-a-expresscard/http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/31/sierra-wireless-announces-aircard-597e-ev-do-rev-a-expresscard/http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/31/sierra-wireless-announces-aircard-597e-ev-do-rev-a-expresscard/#commentsWouldn't you know it, we just pick our damn selves up a Verizon V640 EV-DO ExpressCard device and Sierra goes and announces the next gen Rev. A version we are gonna just have to plunk down for. Unfortunately Sierra didn't release a photo of their AirCard 597E (so what else is new -- pictured is their current AirCard 595), but there's not a whole lot to be seen; it's all in the specs. The interesting thing will be the ExpressCard34-to-PCMCIA adapter that should come bundled with the device, but we're less worried about how to get it into our boxes and more concerned with getting that full 3.1Mbps / 1.8Mbps of throughput while we're out and about.

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Sierra Wireless announces AirCard 597E EV-DO Rev. A ExpressCard originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 31 Aug 2006 09:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>597aircardcdmaev doev-doevdoexpresscardmobileperipheralsrev aRevAsierraThu, 31 Aug 2006 09:07:00 EST<![CDATA[Sierra AirCard 875 brings 3.6Mbps HSDPA]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/06/01/sierra-aircard-875-brings-3-6mbps-hsdpa/http://www.engadget.com/2006/06/01/sierra-aircard-875-brings-3-6mbps-hsdpa/http://www.engadget.com/2006/06/01/sierra-aircard-875-brings-3-6mbps-hsdpa/#commentsWe're a bit miffed that this new AirCard from Sierra isn't coming in an ExpressCard form, especially now that good number of the major laptop manufacturers (Dell, Lenovo and Apple to name a few) are sporting ExpressCard slots in their newer models, but HSDPA is HSDPA and we're glad to see it all the same. The device -- a bump to last year's 860 -- supports 3.6Mbps (theoretical) speeds, which is as fast as anybody is doing it right now, and should provide for more than a few WiFi shaming connections to those with the cash and the infrastructure to enjoy it. Along with tri-band HSDPA and UMTS, the 875 can do quad-band EDGE/GPRS, so road warriors beware: you're about to run out of excuses for lost connectivity -- we'd think this one over if we were you. No word on price or initial availability.

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Sierra AirCard 875 brings 3.6Mbps HSDPA originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jun 2006 12:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sierra AirCard 875 brings 3.6Mbps HSDPA originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jun 2006 12:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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