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A nifty new device by Option promises to turn 3G signals into a WiFi hotspot, while also serving as a central hub for connecting networked devices like an external hard drive via USB. Option says its device also supports printer sharing for anyone with access to the network.
"Option placed significant emphasis on product design during the development of the GlobeSurfer III: the device will not look out of place among the many stylish consumer electronic devices commonly found in the modern home," Option states in a pres release. "With its completely wireless configuration the GlobeSurfer III can be wall-mounted or sit on a desktop or shelf. This allows the router to be placed anywhere in the home, office or workshop to ensure optimum coverage and performance."
The new GlobeSurfer III uses the Qualcomm 7225 chipset and, according to Option, delivers HSUPA upload speeds of up to 5.76Mbps and download speeds up to 7.2Mbps.
No word yet on price or availability.
Image Credit: Option
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[2] http://i.gizmodo.com/5138523/option-globesurfer-iii-3g-wi+fi-hotspot-has-a-screen-and-usb-port
[3] http://www.electronista.com/articles/09/01/22/option.intros.globesurfer/
[4] http://www.option.com/news/detail05.cfm?newsitemgroup_id=720
[5] http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/hp_chooses_3g_over_wimax
[6] http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/the_top_3g_providers_compared_mixed_results
[7] http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/quantenna_chips_reinforce_wifi_signal_prevent_interference
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