Novatel V640 ExpressCard/34 Solution works with MacBook Pros
Posted by Dennis Sellers 
Aug 4, 2006 at 4:45am
Verizon and Novatel will begin shipping the Novatel V640 on Aug. 10. It’s an ExpressCard/34 Solution that works with the MacBook Pro.
It’s designed for use with Verizon Wireless’ BroadbandAccess service and enables owners of notebooks with ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54 slots to wirelessly connect to the Internet at broadband speeds via Verizon Wireless’ national high-speed 3G Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network.
Nearly half the size of standard PC Cards, Novatel Wireless’ V640 features plug-n-play so that the ExpressCard can be plugged in or removed at any time. In addition, it has a dual-band diversity design that incorporates an external flip antenna, maximizing data speed performance and allowing for stronger network signal reception.
You can order the Novatel V640 here (as well as other places), where pricing is as follows:
° A V640 with 2 year contract is US$99.99. This is an $80 savings from Verizon
standard pricing.
° A V640 with a 1 year contract is $179.99. This is a $70 savings from Verizon standard pricing.
Verizon has not yet released the pricing for the V640 without service. For those wanting to upgrade an existing contract and not buy new service, pricing isn’t yet available and orders are not being taken.
Steve Says:
Shipped yesterday (Aug. 3) actually. Have 2 in my hands right now
Posted on August 04, 2006
Andre Says:
I wonder if they’ll work in Canada? :S
Posted on August 05, 2006
EVDO Guy Says:
Lots more info on the Novatel V640 and MacBook Pro at:
Posted on August 06, 2006
Tony Says:
Sprint has told me that they’ll be releasing their card on Dec 1. Earlier they told me Nov 1, yet they pushed it back. I’ll keep my fingers crossed. They said that they couldn’t tell me what card.
I’m already in a 2yr contract w/ them with my old EVDO, so I have no choice but to wait on connecting my MBP.
Posted on November 07, 2006
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Vincent Says:
Does it work with Sprint?
Posted on August 04, 2006