WIRELESS AND MOBILE NEWS

Sprint Mobile Broadband is now offering the  2-in-1 Card by Sierra Wireless, the AirCard 402 .

The AirCard 402 supports PC and Mac notebook computers with EV-DO Rev. It's designed for  Mobile Broadband users who want to use the card slot on their laptop instead of a USB port for mobile broadband connectivity.

The AirCard 402 is designed to work with both ExpressCard and PC Card slots, the AirCard 402 includes a locking 2-in-1 adapter to go from PC Card to ExpressCard slots with ease.  It costs $99 with a two year contract and rebate.

The AirCard 402 includes high-performance GPS capabilities for a quick and accurate fix on your location. With the latest version of Sprint SmartView software, the AirCard 402 provides access to desktop GPS applications and/or location-based services to "locate and search" the nearest bank, restaurant or gas station. Simply open Sprint SmartView and click the GPS bar in the Mobile Broadband window. A GPS drawer then opens up, offering One-Touch access to search categories.

BASICS:

• Compatibility: Windows® Vista, XP, 2000, MAC OSX, Linux
• Dimensions: 5.11" x 2.13" x 0.42"
• Weight: 2.08 oz
• Chipset: Qualcomm® QSC 6085
• Frequency: Dual-band (CDMA 1900 and 800 MHz); supports EV-DO 1xRTT, Rev. 0 and Rev. A when available
• Antenna: Built-in

System Requirements:

• Memory: 64 MB
• Disk Space: 32 MB
• Slots: Express Card or PCMCIA Type II Card slot
• Processor: Pentium 150MHz or higher
• Dial-Up Networking: DUN bound to TCP/IP

FEATURES:

• Simple Installation of Sprint SmartView™ Software: The AirCard 402 includes Sierra Wireless's automatic software installation experience for Sprint SmartView. A CD is no longer required so you're up and running in fewer steps and less time. If you switch to a new laptop, the AirCard 402 will automatically begin the installation setup and you won't need to search for a setup CD. Hands-Free Activation will complete the setup by automatically activating the device on Sprint's Mobile Broadband network quickly and easily. Users will need to have the device's ESN on a Sprint account before starting the installation process.
• Sprint's Mobile Broadband Network: The Sprint AirCard 402 delivers the best possible performance a 3G network can offer. AirCard 402 owners will enjoy typical upload speeds of 350-500 Kbps with peak speeds of 1.8 Mbps and typical download speeds of 600 Kbps - 1.4 Mbps with peak speeds of 3.1 Mbps where EV-DO Revision A is available. This means a 500 KB presentation can be sent to your client in eight seconds from the airport lounge. In areas where Rev. A networks are not available, the AirCard 402 is backward-compatible to Rev. 0 and 1xRTT networks.
• Durable, High-Performance Design: Featuring a fixed, internal antenna and high strength plastics, the AirCard 402 is built for maximum ruggedness and reliability. Its compact design takes away the worry of storage, breakage and unplugging; the AirCard 402 extends about an inch from the side of your notebook, allowing users to leave the card plugged in while on the go.
• Eye-Catching, Lighted Graphics: The AirCard 402 is the first card form factor from Sprint to incorporate a new and innovative lighted design. Plug the AirCard 402 into your laptop and watch the graphics light up. Passers-by will be sure to notice your device once it's lit and your ability to connect to broadband networks wirelessly.