AT&T today announced two new devices in its LaptopConnect portfolio that can access its 3G BroadbandConnect service (UMTS/HSDPA).
The Option GT Max 3.6 Express ExpressCard and the Sierra Wireless AirCard 875U USB device can access the AT&T network in more than 165 major markets. For users outside the 3G coverage area, the devices can connect to AT&T's EDGE high-speed wireless data network. Around the world (at least in 125 countries), the devices can work where AT&T has international data-roaming agreements.
Now available, the Option GT card supports PCs with Windows XP, 2000 and Vista, and works with newer notebooks that have ExpressCard slots (ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54). The card features a flip-up antenna and "Advanced Receiver Technology" for improved 3G performance, AT&T says. Available on May 7, the Sierra Wireless AirCard 875U plugs into a standard USB port, has an integrated battery and supports Windows XP, 2000 and Vista machines (a Mac client is also available for download from Sierra Wireless).
Both devices will cost roughly $50, with a two-year contract agreement and mail-in rebate, AT&T says. The company's DataConnect rate plan costs about $60 per month for customers with a two-year contract and qualifying voice plan. A North American plan of 100MB per month costs $109 per month, which allows for usage in select Canadian and Mexican roaming zones. The DataConnect Global plan allows for 100MB of downloads monthly for $130 per month, and covers data usage in select roam zones in more than 24 countries, including India, China and Japan. The North American and International plans included unlimited domestic data usage, AT&T says.
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