Rogers Rocket Stick - Mobile Highspeed Internet

Rogers just released their new version of USB high speed internet, and have a great promotion going on if you are looking for a good portable internet solution for your notebook.

The Rogers ZTE MF636 USB modem, or "Rocket Stick" is available at Rogers stores and Rogers dealers. The stick is compatible with both PC and Mac, and is pretty simple to install. The stick has a MicroSD slot so you can use it as USB memory, and as well (and very convenient), the PC and Mac drivers exist on the the stick, so there is no need for a CD.

Currently, if you commit for a year, there is no charge for the device. Regular price, device only with no plan, is $199. Data plans seem to have come down in price, although still not where they should be, I think are quite reasonable for the casual 'on the road' user. If you are thinking of using this as a full time connection, forget it. You'll pay through the nose (although, billing is capped at max $100 over your plan, with no discontinuation of service). The FLEX plan they have seems pretty good, and for my use, I think I'll be in the lower to mid range of this plan ($35-$50/mth)...and probably lowest...


Initial testing shows very easy / quick install, on the net within a few minutes. The tech specs tell of up to 7.2 Mbps download, however, after initial usage, I don't ever see that happening. It uses their 3.5G network in major centers, and edge in rural areas. I am getting right around 1 MB on average from my home, and am anxious to try it from a well covered area. Even at 1 Mbps, it's pretty punchy and very usable.


Details here... check it out.