Novatel V640 Announced by Verizon |
| Thursday, 03 August 2006 | |
Verizon Wireless and Novatel Wireless Announce Commercial Availability of Wireless Broadband ExpressCardNovatel Wireless’ V640 ExpressCard/34 Allows Notebooks to Connect to Verizon Wireless’ National Wireless Broadband NetworkIncluded with the V640 ExpressCard is Verizon Wireless’ VZAccess Manager software. After installing the software, a setup wizard guides the customer through a simple installation process and then allows the customer to specify preferences. After completing the installation, Verizon Wireless customers simply plug the V640 into the ExpressCard slot in their notebooks to receive instant access to the most award-winning, wide-area, high-speed wireless data service in the nation. In addition, the V640 ExpressCard is backward compatible with Verizon Wireless’ NationalAccess network, allowing uninterrupted use outside of the EV-DO coverage area. “Expanding and strengthening our relationship with Verizon Wireless, and making sure its enterprise and consumer users have the most innovative wireless computing capabilities, are key objectives for Novatel Wireless,” said Peter Leparulo, chief executive officer of Novatel Wireless. “With the introduction of our compact and high-speed EV-DO ExpressCards, we continue to expand our product line and bring the latest wireless broadband solutions to market.” Customers with any monthly Verizon Wireless voice plan can receive unlimited BroadbandAccess for Internet browsing, e-mail and intranet access for an additional $59.99 monthly access. For non-voice customers, BroadbandAccess is available for $79.99 monthly access for unlimited use for Internet browsing, e-mail and intranet access. The V640 ExpressCard is available for $179.99 (buy from us for $99.99) with a new two-year customer agreement or $229.99 with a new one-year customer agreement. We shipped out our first 120 V640s on August 10/11th. We are expecting more on August 23/24th. The demand is HUGE, so if you want one, we recommend ordering one (you will not be charged until we ship). ![]() Related Articles: |
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