Inverted Reality

 

Is the Optus 3G network improving?

Is Optus really improving their network like they have been advertising? Today I achieved probably the best speed test that I've seen ever on any Optus 3G service I've had. Reception/signal isn't even that good in this building. I managed:

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Using my new Huawei wifi modem and a $2 Virgin sim card. That's some not-bad 3G speeds right there. Pretty neat!

Filed under  //   3G   Internet   broadband   huawei   optus   wireless  
Posted November 3, 2009
 

Mobile Broadband x2

I've had some good success with using my Sierra Wireless APEX 880 USB 3G device of late. But when I saw the new Huawei E5832 (dick smith listing as E6939), I had to have it! It's a 3G modem and wi-fi router in-one!

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some details:
  • Wi-Fi - You don’t need to plug it in to USB port
  • Wi-Fi range of 15metres
  • Up to 3 users can share the connection via WiFi
  • Connects with WiFi devices – games consoles, TV, cameras

Filed under  //   3G   E5832   E6939   Gadgets   Internet   MiFi   broadband   huawei   modem   wireless  
Posted November 3, 2009