Bell Launches Exclusive Novatel Wireless U727 USB Modem.2-In-1 Modem and Storage Device Runs on Bell Mobility's Fast Mobile Data Network TORONTO -- Bell today launched the exclusive Novatel Wireless([TM]) U727 USB modem, the first mobile data device available in Canada that features a USB key design with a removable memory slot. The U727 also doubles as a data storage device, capable of housing a MicroSD card(1) with up to 8 GB of memory. Wireless modems provide high-speed access to the Internet, email, network applications and corporate VPNs, without requiring any wires, cables or phone jacks. An alternative to relying on vulnerable public Wi-Fi hotspots, the U727, operating on Bell's high speed mobile network, allows clients to remain connected on the go, while maintaining a high level of security. The network supports peak upload speeds of up to 1.8 megabits per second (unit) megabits per second - (Mbps, Mb/s) Millions of bits per second. A unit of data rate. 1 Mb/s = 1,000,000 bits per second (not 1,048,576). E.g. Ethernet can carry 10 Mbps. (Mbps) and peak download speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps. "The Novatel Wireless U727 is the newest and most compact addition to Bell's extensive wireless connection card line-up," said Adel Bazerghi, Vice President, Products for Bell Mobility. "Clients will enjoy the simplicity of using the device to access the Internet and the convenience of its memory slot." The Novatel Wireless U727 stores documents, presentations, multimedia files and more. With dimensions of 70 mm by 25 mm, it is only slightly longer than a standard memory stick. Compatible with Windows[R] XP[TM], Windows[R] Vista[TM] and Macintosh[R] operating systems, the U727 integrates Mobile Connect Basic software, allowing clients to easily install and configure their connections and to review and manage their usage. "Mobile professionals require not only remote access to online corporate resources, but also the ability to store and transport important data on the fly," said Peter Leparulo, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Novatel Wireless. "Based on extensive feedback from enterprise customers worldwide, Novatel Wireless designed the U727 as the ultimate USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. device for the mobile worker." Bell offers a variety of data plans for wireless modems, for every type of use. For more information, please visit: bell.ca/connectioncardplans. The Novatel Wireless U727 USB modem is available for as little as $99.95 on a three-year contract. For details, please visit bell.ca/wirelessmodem. (1) Available for purchase separately About Novatel Wireless Novatel Wireless, Inc. is revolutionizing wireless communications. The company is a leader in the design and development of innovative wireless broadband access solutions based on 3G WCDMA (Wideband CDMA) A 3G high-speed digital data service provided by cellular carriers that use the TDMA or GSM technology worldwide, including AT&T (formerly Cingular) and T-Mobile in the U.S. (HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) See HSPA. & UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) The GSM implementation of the 3G wireless phone system. Part of IMT-2000, UMTS provides service in the 2 GHz band and offers global roaming and personalized features. ), CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) A method for transmitting simultaneous signals over a shared portion of the spectrum. The foremost application of CDMA is the digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800 MHz band and 1.9 GHz PCS band. and GSM technologies. Novatel Wireless' Merlin([TM])PC Cards and ExpressCards, Expedite([R])Embedded Modules, MobiLink([TM])Communications Software Suite, Ovation([TM])Fixed Mobile Convergence Seamless switching between cellular and local networks for mobile users. The goal is to have a handset that switches automatically from the cellular network to the local, wireless Wi-Fi network when entering a building in order to save cellphone minutes. Products and Conversa([TM])Software Suite enable high-speed wireless access. The company delivers innovative 3G solutions to operators, distributors and vertical markets worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, California “San Diego” redirects here. For other uses, see San Diego (disambiguation). San Diego is a coastal Southern California city located in the southwestern corner of the continental United States. As of 2006, the city has a population of 1,256,951. , Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :NVTL. For more information please visit www.novatelwireless.com. (NVTLG) About Bell Bell is Canada's largest communications company, providing consumers with solutions to all their communications needs, including telephone services, wireless communications, high-speed Internet, digital television and voice over IP. Bell also offers integrated information and communications technology (ICT (1) (Information and Communications Technology) An umbrella term for the information technology field. See IT. (2) (International Computers and Tabulators) See ICL. 1. (testing) ICT - In Circuit Test. ) services to businesses and governments, and is the Virtual Chief Information Officer (VCIO) to small and medium businesses (SMBs). Bell is proud to be a Premier National Partner and the exclusive Telecommunications Partner to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Bell is wholly owned by BCE Inc. For information on Bell's products and services, please visit www.bell.ca. For corporate information on BCE, please visit www.bce.ca. |
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