Back to school: Best mobile broadband modems
The best mobile broadband modems for students to stay connected.
- — 07 February, 2012 15:54
The ability to work anywhere, anytime is essential for any student. Thanks to mobile broadband modems it's easy to access the Internet whether you're at home, school or university.
All three major carriers in Australia -- Telstra, Optus and Vodafone Hutchison Australia (VHA) -- offer a range of mobile broadband modems on pre-paid and long-term contracts. We've rounded up the best mobile broadband modems on offer in Australia to suit any school, college or university student.
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Telstra USB 4G modem
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Telstra Ultimate Mobile Wi-Fi
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Telstra Elite Mobile Wi-Fi modem
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Optus E173
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Optus E153 USB modem
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Vodafone Mega Modem
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Vodafone K3765 mobile broadband USB stick
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Optus Mini WiFi
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Telstra Pre-Paid Mobile Wi-Fi
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Telstra Elite
Optus Mini WiFi
The Optus Mini WiFi modem is easy to use and setup, and has the flexibility of a wireless connection, but its reflective screen and per MB data pricing detract from its appeal when compared to its competitors.
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- Reviewer:
- Manufacturer:
- 31st Jan., 2011
- Ross Catanzariti
- Optus
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- Price:
- $ 129.00
- Pros:
- Up to five devices can connect simultaneously, easy to set up and use, reasonable battery life
- Cons:
- Reflective screen, slightly larger than competitors, Optus per MB data pricing
