This compact smartphone is similar to the S710, but for CDMA networks. The unique design combines a traditional bar form factor and phone keypad with a slide-out text keyboard. Key features include Windows Mobile 6, EVDO high-speed data upgradeable to Rev. A, 2 megapixel camera, stereo Bluetooth, large QVGA display, and a memory card slot.

Original post by Kiven

Verizon Wireless today announced the availability of the Sierra Wireless AirCard 595U USB modem, providing access to its high-speed Evolution-Data Optimized Revision A (EV-DO Rev. A) network. The AirCard 595U modem is compatible with USB ports on most notebook and desktop computers and can be connected through the included docking cradle, which provides an alternative for customers without PCMCIA card slots.

Customers using the AirCard 595U modem can expect average download speeds of 600 kbps to 1.4 Mbps and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. With these speeds a customer can typically download a 1 MB email attachment in about eight seconds and upload the same-sized file in less than 13 seconds. The AirCard 595U modem comes with VZAccess Manager software, which is compatible with Windows 2000, XP and Vista operating systems. The AirCard 595U modem also features an internal, removable battery to ensure there is always enough power support to […]

Original post by Mobiledia

Sprint Nextel today announced plans to spend as much as $5 billion by the end of 2010 on a new network based on the emerging high-speed wireless technology known as WiMAX.

WiMAX is a wireless technology that Sprint wants to use to blanket entire cities, enabling wireless Internet access on everything from cell phones and laptops to video game players and cameras. The technology is expected to support Internet access at speeds up to five times faster than typical wireless networks, though it is still slower than wired broadband such as DSL.

To be marketed under the XOHM brand (pronounced ZOAM), a soft launch of the WiMAX network is expected by the end of 2007 in the Chicago and Baltimore/Washington markets. XOHM commercial services are expected to be available beginning in the first half of 2008.

“We’ve executed the technology plan we laid out when we merged two years ago, and, in doing […]

Original post by Mobiledia

Verizon Wireless and Sierra Wireless today announced the availability of the Sierra Wireless AirCard(R) 595U USB modem for use with Verizon Wireless’ BroadbandAccess service

Original post by Brad Kellett

Original post by Brad Kellett