Sprint Delivers New Smaller Mobile Hotspot: Overdrive Pro 3G/4G.
Sprint has just released its new Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless. A mobile hotspot broadband modem that support 3G/4G networks.
This handy device is a great alternative to 3g-built-in device such the iPad. The Overdrive 3G/4G can let your iPad connected 4G speed over WiFi.
The new version is smaller in size and features a larger display when compared to the previous Overdrive. Sprint augments the number of devices that can connect to the Overdrive to 8 from the previous 5. It also supports MicroSD memory cards up to 32 GB for shared storage, and provides shared built-in Wi-Fi GPS capability.
The startup and shutdown time is dramatically improved over the old Overdrive.
ADVANCED FEATURES:
· Seamlessly supports transition between Sprint 3G and 4G networks
- Universal Wi-Fi capability: Up to 8 Wi-Fi enabled devices sharing one connection
- Compatible with Universal Wi-Fi devices, supports 802.11 b/g/n; works with all Operating Systems
- MicroSD slot for shared storage up to 8 connected devices; can support memory cards up to 32GB
- LCD view communicates device information such as Internet connection status, number of people sharing and battery life
- GPS capable: Built-in Wi-Fi GPS capability (on 3G) allows you to pinpoint and map your location, available to any capable connected device
- Easy to use: compact, portable device requires no connector, activation or installation, enabling easy re-deployment
- Extended Wi-Fi range up to 150 feet outdoors, 115 feet indoors
- 4G data speeds (WiMAX) – Peak download speeds of more than 10 Mbps; average download speeds of 3-6 Mbps
- 3G data speeds (EV-DO Rev. A) – Peak download speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1.8 Mbps; average download speeds of 600 kbps-1.4 Mbps.
- Backwards compatible to the EVDO Rev. 0 and 1xRTT Networks
- External antenna ports
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Dimensions: 2.67 inches (h) x 2.67 inches (w) x 0.71 inch (d)
- Weight: 3.37 oz.
- Frequency: 1xEVDO Rev. A, Rev. 0 and 1X (850/1900 MHz); WiMAX 2500MHz and GPS MHz
- Main Display Size and Type: 1.7” LCD
- Main Display Total Pixel Count: 160 x 128 pixels
- Connector: Wireless or Micro USB for tethering
- Chipset: Beceem BCS350 (WiMax) & Qualcomm MDM6085 (EvDO)
- Battery mAh: 1830 mAh with access time up to 4 hours and up to 4 weeks standby time
The Overdrive Pro will go on sale starting March 20, and will cost $50 after rebate and a two-year data contract.
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