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Sierra Wireless announced that its USB 598 modem, which we’ve already seen being offered through Sprint, is now compatible with the Verizon Wireless network. This, however, doesn’t mean you can grab the device on a contract. Rather, Sierra only wanted to say that you can buy the modem and separately pay for Verizon’s mobile broadband service.
As for the USB 598 itself, we’re talking about a small, EV-DO Rev. A-compatible device here, which allows maximum data speeds of 3.1 Mbps on the downlink and 1.8 Mbps on the uplink. There’s also a microSD memory card slot in the modem, as well as all the software required, pre-installed on the device, eliminating a need for a separate CD with drivers.
Want it? The Sierra Wireless USB 598 is now available for purchase through Brightpoint, Brightstar, and Sierra Wireless’ eStore.
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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.
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