AT&T Offers 2 Subsidized Netbooks and Cheaper Data Plan for Light Users
AT&T continues the trend of wireless carriers selling subsidized netbooks with the addition of two new Windows 7 netbooks to its lineup. They also are offering a cheaper entry level data package which may appeal to users who don’t need as much data on the go.
The new netbooks start at $199 with a 2 year [...]
AT&T Tries to Set Record Straight w/ Verizon ‘There’s a Map for That’ Ads
AT&T is pretty upset about Verizon’s TV commercials that highlight its lackluster 3G coverage. AT&T has posted a response to the Verizon Ads in an attempt to set the record straight.
Many iPhone users are very disappointed with AT&T’s 3G coverage. Verizon’s current advertising campaign pokes fun at AT&T’s spotty 3G coverage.
AT&T’s response points out [...]
Read MoreVerizon to Sell Gateway Netbook for $150 w/ 2-Year Commitment
Verizon will begin selling the Gateway LT2016u netbook for $149.99 this weekend. In order to get this discounted price you’ll need to sign up for a two-year 3G contract and redeem a $100 rebate. The Gateway LT2016u may look familiar because it is nearly identical to the Acer Aspire One D250.
The Gateway LT2016u has [...]
What You Need to Know About Subsidized Netbooks From AT&T and Verizon
If you’ve been paying attention to commercials lately you may have noticed that many cell phone companies are now selling netbooks, small cheap computers, with a high speed data connection at a subsidized price just like their phones.
Given all the cool things that Bill Kurtis can do with the internet on his AT&T netbook you might be tempted to get one of your own and use its 3g connection instead of paying for highspeed from your cable company but before you do that you better read the rest of this post.
Read MoreNokia Expected to Enter Netbook Market
The India Times reports that mobile phone manufacturer Nokia is actively monitoring the netbook market and that it may enter the mobile computing space in the future. Speaking with the Times, Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo, the Global CEO of Nokia said, “…the PC and the mobile will continue to come closer and merge. A lot of opportunity can be seen in this converged area.” While Nokia has made news recently for it’s N97 and N97 mini phones (which the company calls mobile computers, Nokia isn’t a well known computer manufacturer.
Read MoreAT&T Expands 3G Netbook Program Nationwide
AT&T’s announced that it will beging selling Acer, Dell and Lenovo netbooks at its 2,200 retail locations and online statring this summer. The netbooks are are heavily subsidized by AT&T, but you do need to sign a two-year contract to get the discount.
Verizon MiFi – Looking Good for Mobile Pro
Rob Bushway blogged about his first day with the Verizon MiFi router today at GottaBeMobile. The combo 3G card/WiFi router looks like it fits the bill for Rob’s highly-mobile lifestyle. The MiFi seems like the perfect device for Rob, who uses a variety of mobile devices and always has a kid (or four) in tow. The MiFi router can be used to provide mobile broadband to up to five devices at a time.
Sprint’s Aircard 402: ExpressCard & PC Card Compatible
Sprint released the AirCard 402, a mobile broadband modem that can slip into both PC Card and ExpressCard slots. The AirCard 402’s adapter provides more flexibility to users that have multiple machines or who plan on upgrading within the next couple of years. ‘
AT&T Selling $49 Netbooks, ThinkPad X200 at Select Retail Locations
AT&T announced that it is selling subsidized netbooks for between $49.99 and $349.99 with the purchase of a two-year mobile broadband contract. AT&T will also offer the Lenovo ThinkPad X200 with an integrated 3G modem for $849 with a 2-year AT&T DataConnect plan. The netbooks and ThinkPad will be available in a handful of AT&T stores in Philadelphia and Atlanta on a trial basis.
T-Mobile Announces 3G USB Modem for Notebooks
T-Mobile announced the T-Mobile webConnect USB Laptop Stick, a 3G modem that can be used with any PC. Pricing for the modem and the service looks very similar to what you’ll find from AT&T, Sprint and Verizon.
