T-Mobile Joins the Big Boys with USB 3G Modem for Laptops
T-Mobile is enjoying their recent entry into the 3G world with the release of the USB Laptop Stick. The Laptop Stick is a 3G modem designed to operate on T-Mobile’s 3G network in the US and can be plugged into any laptop with a USB port. The Stick includes a micro-SD slot that provides onboard file storage.
T-Mobile data plans are priced similarly to those of their competitors at $59.99 per month and the new Stick will cost $49.99, $99.99 or $249.99 with a 2-year, 1-year or no contract respectively. This monthly fee includes access to the T-Mobile Hotspot network providing additional value over that of the competition.
The connection manager software is included on the stick itself which is a nice touch for ease of use. The Stick also tracks usage statistics and notifies you when you approach the 5 GB limit that is imposed on T-Mobile data plans. The Laptop Stick is Windows only with an OS X version coming Real Soon Now.
(via The Mobile Gadgeteer)
