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Nova Media has recently unveiled iCON 431, a sleek 3G USB modem with memory stick functionality for Apple computers. The HSPA modem supports data transfers with up to 7.2 Mbps download and up to 2.0 Mbps upload, depending on the network’s capabilities.
Just like most of modern USB modems, the iCON 431 also includes a microSD card slot, allowing its buyers to use it not only as a modem, but also as a flash drive. Moreover, the device is capable of software upgrades and is thus prepared to support even higher upload speeds once carriers upgrade their networks. As a result, at one point in time you will be able to send (upload) files at 5.76 Mbps!
As for the software required, the iCON 431 comes with the Internet connect wizard “launch2net,” which includes connection settings for most mobile network providers worldwide.
Nova Media’s modem is already available from the company’s website for 168 EUR. In order to use it, your computer needs to run Mac OS X 10.4.11, 10.5.2 or higher and you’ll also need a data-enabled SIM card.
Finally, it’s worth adding the software for Windows is also included in the box, but that’s not the point here as far as I can tell. Linux drivers can be obtained from Nova Media, as well…
[Via: slashphone]
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Dusan has been using smartphones since their introduction and is now following the latest trends in the industry. The "convergence" is what he's most excited about, and writing about it is the next logical thing to do. He thinks that using a smartphone is what everyone who cares about their time should do. In addition to his interests in mobile phones, Dusan also loves to experiment with the latest web and mobile 2.0 services. The idea of accessing and managing your information from any device no matter where you are simply amazes him. Whether it's an online to-do list, note taking service or a video sharing social network, he's there to try it out. He admits though, he's still searching for the ultimate web-based organizational tool, which "sings" perfectly with the mobile PIM application. Dusan used to run SymbianWatch.com which later became part of IntoMobile. He lives in Serbia, South-East Europe, from where he edits the site on a daily basis.
