Archive for Modems

Cricket UM185C Wireless Modem

Posted in Modems by Conner Flynn on September 18th, 2009

Cricket UM185C Wireless ModemThis is the latest wireless modem for Cricket’s 3G network, dubbed the UM185C. The wireless modem provides unlimited wireless internet service within Cricket Broadband coverage areas using tri-band CDMA connectivity.

The modem measures just 2.8-inches x 1.3-inches x 0.6-inches and weighs just 1.1 ounces. Some other features include a swivel USB hinge, dual antenna with Rx antenna diversity and CD-less software for easy installation.

Sierra Wireless intros AirCard 501 and 502 modems

Posted in Modems by Conner Flynn on December 17th, 2008

Sierra Wireless intros AirCard 501 and 502 modemsSierra Wireless has just introd two new ExpressCard modems for HSUPA wireless users. They feature download speeds up to 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 bend over backwards, being backward compatible with UMTS, EDGE and GSM networks the world over and they’re being called durable, because there are no little plastic pieces to break on you and make you curse. The AirCard 501 is scheduled for release later this month, but if you’re interested in the AirCard 502 you’ll have to wait until early 2009.

New Actiontec DSL Modem is green

Posted in Modems by Nino Marchetti on June 20th, 2008

Actiontec GT701D

Actiontec earlier this week unveiled what it is calling an environmentally friendly DSL modem. It is called the Actiontec GT701D. No pricing information was available.

The Actiontec GT701D is a USB/Ethernet DSL modem with routing capabilities. It has an Energy Star rated power adapter, signfying tht it “uses at lest 30% less energy” than similar non-green modems. Other environmentally focused features include recycled packaging and less energy reportedly consumed during production.

NXP announces the world’s fastest cellular modem

Posted in Modems by Shane McGlaun on June 12th, 2008

NXP launches world’s fastest cellular modemSome recent reports claim that users taking advantage of wireless cellular modems to connect the Internet will be more common than users taking advantage of the current standard wired connections in a home. Before this will happen wireless broadband network coverage needs to become more robust and connections need to be faster.

To facilitate the faster connections NXP has launched what it claims to be the world’s fastest cellular modem called the PNX6910. The modem is powered by the Embedded Vector Processor digital signal processing core and can achieve downloads as fast as 150Mbits with uploads of 50Mbits.

Verizon releases UM150 EV-DO USB modem

Posted in Modems, Verizon by Darrin Olson on October 20th, 2007

UM150 EV-DO Rev. A USB modem from Verizon WirelessToday Verizon rolled out the UM150 EV-DO Rev. A USB modem which is available now for a $130 purchase or for $80 with a two year deal. This little modem will bring you broadband internet access on the go through Verizon’s 3G network wherever EV-DO is available for both Windows and Mac OS X machines. The UM150 boasts bringing download speeds of as fast as 1.4mbps and uploads up to 800kbp straight to your computer.

The UM150 comes bundled with a retractable antenna that can be turned to help reign in the best reception possible and an extension cable for hard to reach areas. It also houses conveniently houses a microSD slot letting it be kind of a pass-through for flash media since it’s taking up one of your precious USB ports.





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