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Which 4G unlocked usb modem will you recommend

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Jags
Jags Original post #1
May 18, 2012 at 12:06 PM
I was planning to buy Tata Photon usb modem, but then I came across
timewasteblog.com/2010/12/17/unlocked-best-cheap-3g-data-card-bsnl-airtel-reliance/

and then I shifted my focus to getting an unlocked usb modem. Just today I read that Airtel will launch 4g in Delhi. So it makes sense to invest in a 4G modem.

Can anyone recommend a good 4G usb modem which will also work with a 3G sim.

Thanks
M
Minion #2
May 18, 2012 at 12:54 PM
I Hauwai 14.4 Mbps modem is available for 1750+tax.
Jags
Jags #3
May 18, 2012 at 2:44 PM
I Hauwai 14.4 Mbps modem is available for 1750+tax.

whats the model no.? I need to search for its specifications and from where can I buy it?
saswat23
May 18, 2012 at 4:26 PM
How about Micromax 353G? Costs around 1.7k.
Jags
Jags #5
May 18, 2012 at 5:00 PM
I will have to check its reviews first, a brand like MicroMax is not known for its quality..so I will be careful here. thanks for giving an option :)
Sujeet
Sujeet #6
May 18, 2012 at 6:56 PM
Go For Huewei as far as the brand is concerned.Products are reliable.
saswat23
May 18, 2012 at 7:57 PM
Huawei no matter is a great brand. But trust me nothing is as simple as Micromax.
Even Reliance is available for 1.5k but its a bit complicated.
If you find Huawei for good price get it. But AFAIK Huawei has only 3 months warranty.

You might find some great deals on DATA CARDs here: Internet Delhi
Jags
Jags #8
May 18, 2012 at 10:16 PM
Go For Huewei as far as the brand is concerned.Products are reliable.

yes, thats my 1st preference as well. But I am unable to find a Huwaei device which can be reliably used on 3g as well as 4g. There are some 3g+4g available on ebay.in but their genuineness is questionable
pramudit
May 18, 2012 at 11:25 PM
you can buy micromax dongles, they are really good infact.. i am using mmx 310 for last 2years and there hasn't been any problem..

btw afaik currently there are no micromax 4g modem...
Jags
Jags #10
May 18, 2012 at 11:45 PM
@pramudit: I guess I will have to take a risk with one of these huawei models
4g huawei | eBay
pramudit
pramudit #11
May 19, 2012 at 10:56 AM
they are just 3g HSPA+ modem with 4g in their names only... they dont state 4g (or LTE) in their product specification...
M
Minion #12
May 19, 2012 at 10:57 AM
whats the model no.? I need to search for its specifications and from where can I buy it?

I am talking about this
Huawei USB 3G Modem E352

Don't take risk for buying from ebay buy from here
Huawei USB 3G Modem E352 ( Use Any 3G Sim Card ) ( 14.4 MB/s ) - www.deltapage.com

@saswat23 huawaie is providing 1 year warranty.
Jags
Jags #13
May 19, 2012 at 6:43 PM
@minion: I dont think this supports 4g? the page only says 2g or 3g

they are just 3g HSPA+ modem with 4g in their names only... they dont state 4g (or LTE) in their product specification...
@pramudit : thanks for pointing this out! and your comment reminded me of another question. how can I indentify if a device truly supports 4g? 4g (LTE) in specs is all that I need to look for?
pramudit
pramudit #14
May 19, 2012 at 7:31 PM
they will state the modem model number.. google it and get details from manufacturer website.. for genuiness buy only from sellers with feedback >98% and be smart while buying otherwise you will get non branded/ defected piece...
Jags
Jags #15
May 19, 2012 at 7:35 PM
yea..thats what I did for huawei 4g cards listed on ebay site..on other sites those models are listed as 4g. And seller's feedback is the 1st thing I look for.
thanks @pramudit for your help!