Verizon Wireless expands 3G data network
As expected, Verizon Wireless has announced new cities for BroadbandAccess, its EV-DO 3G data network. The new cities are:
* Atlanta
* Austin
* Baltimore
* Kansas City, KS/MO
* Los Angeles
* Miami/Fort Lauderdale
* Milwaukee
* New York
* Tampa
* West Palm Beach, FL
According to Verizon Wireless:
bq. BroadbandAccess commercial service is one of the fastest wide- area wireless Internet access services available in the nation, with typical user download speeds of 300-500 kilobits per second (kbps) and bursts up to 2 Mbps.
BroadbandAccess service is priced at a flat rate of $79.99 monthly access with a one- or two-year contract. Verizon Wireless customers can now buy the Verizon Wireless PC 5220 card for $149.99 after $100 rebate with a two-year service agreement or $199.99 with a one-year service agreement.