Question by deetrosa: What are these “wireless cards” & “mobile wireless” all about?
I’m in Canada and there is an ad for a Roger’s “wireless mobile” – it looks like a USB thing you plug into your laptop and you can get internet anywhere. Has anyone used anything like this? How does it work? How long before it’s very common? Do you need a contract with a company to get one? How much?
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Answer by QD1956
What is the Rogers Mobile Hi-Speed Experience?
It’s a way to get the internet on the 3G (Third Generation) Cellular network !
The ad is for a Rogers ZTE MF636 “wireless mobile” USB Modem that you plug into your laptop to get internet service at the Featured Price of .00 with 3-year term*:
http://www.your.rogers.com/business/wireless/products/business_products_details.asp?shopperID=E7HNTWN67Q3D8JH7CPRBLWP498FW435C&PRODUCTID=MF636REDR&summary=1
* Any 3 year Data plan activation on a plan of or more per month
Here is the Rogers sales pitch: Are you a mobile professional who relies on your laptop for business? Do you need access to the Internet and your office on the go? Are you tired of trying to find a Wi-Fi Hotspot?
With a Rogers High Speed Internet Stick, it’s easy to transform your laptop into a mobile office.
Browse and download at speeds comparable to your desktop on Canada’s Fastest Mobile Network.
Find a solution that best suits your needs with a wide variety of devices and flexible data plans starting at just a month.
Rogers has leveraged its strong track record of innovation to bring a highly enhanced wireless experience to Canadian businesses.
The experience consists of the latest feature rich world capable devices enabled on the Rogers High Speed Wireless Network. This network, which is now national, is a third generation (3G) network based on, the latest evolution of GSM technology allowing Canadian business to work in new ways in 25 major markets.
178 carriers in over 150 countries around the world have deployed HSPA – the next evolution of wireless high speed access with unprecedented customer experience! Customers can now enjoy their office-like experience while out of the office.
The Rogers Mobile Hi-Speed Network is now available throughout Canada in the top 25 markets. Including areas in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.
Start your search for even more info here: http://www.your.rogers.com/business/productsservices/wireless/servicesaddons/pccards.asp?cm_sp=Business_Wireless-_-RocketStick_0209_Eng-_-LearnMore
You can learn about the coverage here: http://your.rogers.com/business/custservice/coverage/info.asp#Page_2
Hope this helps you understand
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