TATA Photon Plus

Tata Photon Plus is a new Mobile Broadband Service. Tata Photon+ – the next generation technology offers a great mobile internet connectivity solution. With Tata Photon Plus you now have access to the internet at never before speeds on the move.
The new USB Modem enables you to experience Tata Photon+ Mobile Broadband service from wherever you are. So now go ahead and subscribe to this innovative new service from Tata Teleservices along with the new USB Modem & enjoy a truly world class, first of its kind internet experience.
Never before speeds
With Tata Photon+ – Mobile Broadband Service you now have access to internet at super fast speeds using the new USB modem.
Internet on the go
With the new USB Modem you also now have the convenience of being able to access Tata Photon+ service ( Mobile Broadband Service) from wherever you are.
Plug and Play
All you now need to do is just plug the USB Modem into your Laptop/Desktop PC and you are ready to access a whole new world of High speed internet connectivity.
Style statement
With Tata Photon+’s new sleek and stylish USB Modem , you are now completely free from wires.
USB interface
With the USB port interface you can now simply plug the USB Modem device into either a Laptop or your Desktop PC & get ready to access high speed internet connectivity.

Tata Teleservices’s Tata Photon+

Mobile Broadband Service can be accessed only in those areas where Tata Indicom has Tata Photon+ service coverage.
TATA Photon plus Broadband is presently available only in Delhi, Patna, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Dehradhun, Shimla & the circles of J & K, Assam & NESA States.The USB Modem device of TATA Photon Plus price is Rs.2,499 and the monthly tariffs are different for the different regions. For detailed TATA Photon + (plus) tariff in your region check

USB modem and Router:
Tata Photon plus comes in two variants. USB modem type and Router. USB modem type is the preferred choice for Laptop and Desktop users. Wireless router is best suited for small organizations or those who want to access internet from multiple computers at the sametime. In order to use the wireless router, you must have wireless Dong in case of desktop.
Installation
Installation of Photon Plus is very simple. The USB modem comes with the necessary installation drivers and dialer software and it will install automatically on the first plug. For further connection, all you have to do is execute the dialer the software using the desktop or startmenu shortcuts.
Upload and Download Speeds
We were actually surprised with the speed. We got an average download speed of 1.5 Mb/s and Upload speed of 0.44 Mb/s on a regular basis. 25 MB of data file took me 3.10 minutes to download and 4.9 MB music file took 2.45 minutes to upload. Infact we tried downloading the beta version of upcoming Microsoft’s Operating system, which is of 2.36 GB, took 5 hrs approximately. However the connection speed is completely depending on multiple factors like the accessing area’s distance from the tower, time of the day, number of simultaneous users. Also make a note that the 3.1 Mbps download speed claimed by any service providers including Tata Photon Plus is the burst speed and is the maximum speed one can reach at the ideal conditions. So be happy if you are getting the download speed of 1.5 Mbps.

Plans and Tariffs
Tata Indicom USB photon device comes at a cost of Rs. 3500. This charges includes the USB modem charges and the installation. Tata Indicom has more plan options than the competitors, however the absence of any unlimited plan actually restricts power users to move for Hi-Speed broadband. Photon Plus starts from Rs. 250 and extends upto Rs. 1500. Photon plus has both Time bound and Data bound plan options. Rs. 1500 plan allows upto 15 GB of upload + download and yes, it is the maximum.
Network coverage
Tata Photon+ is currently avalilable selected cities in India (Delhi, Patna, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Dehradhun, Shimla & the circles of J & K, Assam & NESA States). On all other parts, the device will automatically switch to CDMA 1X connection and will offer 144 kbps speed. Tata Indicom has to increase the High speed availability areas as they are currently covering very less areas when compared to the competitors.
Verdict
Tata Indicom Photon Plus offers an excellent broadband speed. It covers major cities in India and the speeds are steady while on the move too. Tata Indicom has to aggressively expand and increase the coverage regions. Also, Watching streaming videos, Browsing rich websites and Downloading in seconds are the major priority for any power user to switch to High speed broadband service. Currently Photon plus is not offering any unlimited plan and the plans are very costly when compared to the fixed line connectivity. We hope Tata Indicom will come up with more interesting plans to give a tough edge to the competitors.

Reliance Netconnect Wireless broadband

Mobile Wireless broadband is finally here in India and I am happy to say that it works, I had purchased the Reliance Netconnect Broadband plus data Card for mobile broadband, this connection provides a peak theoretical speed of 3.1 Mbps when you are connected to the the Reliance High speed (HSD) network available in 35 major cities across India and if the high speed network is not present it falls back to the slower CDMAx1 network which works in over 20,000 towns and 4.5 lakhs villages.
Broadband + USB Modems Reliance is providing two USB models for this broadband + service, one is EC168C from Huawei and the other ZTE AC871 currently both the modems cost Rs 3,500, if you get an option opt for the Huawei as its sleek looking and can also be used as a USB data stick by adding Micro SD card.

Technology
Basically this wireless connection uses the EVDO (Rev A) technology for the high speed broadband service, which is basically a type of broadband service for CDMA network which can provide speeds upto 3.1 Mbps and if the EVDO service is not present the modem will it will fall back and connect to the old slower CDMA 1x network.

The USB Modem and its package

The Huawei USB Reliance broadband + is provided in a sleek package it actually looks like and DVD box.
The package contains the USB modem, usb cable, Driver CD (not required for installation), product manual and warranty card, the build quality of the USB modem is very good it looks sturdy and also attractive.
Installation
Reliance has made these modem plug ‘n’ play so you do not need to load the CD to install the drivers, just plug it in an empty USB 2.0 slot an it installs the required drivers and dialer software, It worked without any problems on my Mac (iMac), Windows 7 (HP laptop) and Windows Vista, do note that when you first get the connection you need to activate it on one computer and I suggest you use and windows machine to do the same (forget the activation thing if the Reliance Webworld guys have done it, you just need to do it once by dialing *228 in the activation tab).

Tariff plan for Prepaid Reliance netconnect:
option 1.
Rs 20 per hour of surfing in day time.
Rs 10 per hour of surfing during night (10 pm to 7 am).
option 2.
1099 Rs per month unlimited surfing.
For prepaid connection there is no charge on basis of amount of data transfer.
There is no extra charge while Roaming.
Get life time validity of prepaid netconnect at Rs 299 with one month unlimited free surfing for first month of purchase.
After life time validity you can recharge for some amount like 111 rs, 220 Rs etc. whenever you require.
Speed of Internet and quality is good for normal surfing, average speed can be around 60 kbps if reliance signal fully available.
This Prepaid connection is available only with reliance 1x network, which is available at most of the place in India.
Higher speed reliance netconnect plus is available for post paid connection only and available only in few big cities. Tariff is also more.
Cost of Reliance netconnect modem for only 1x network is 2800 Rs.

Airtel Wireless Internet

Airtel has always been into the competition with different telecom service providers and this the reason they are offering Data Cards for wireless internet services using GPRS enabled cards with sending/recieving SMS facility.
Not only that these Data Cards are compatible with Windows 2000/XP/XP Tablet/XP Pro but also with Mac Operating systems like Mac OSX, Leopard & Tiger, unlike Reliance Data Cards which are officially not compatible with the Mac based operating systems and the users have to go for different tricks and setup options to get wireless internet on mac based systems.
In order to use this Data Card you need a laptop with PCMCIA slot which generally is available in most laptop brands , though iam unable to find it in my sony vaio laptop, may be this slot is not available in all the laptop models.

Features of Airtel Data CardHigh speed 24/7 Internet connectivity through Airtel EDGE networkNo automatic disconnection, like normal dial-up connections.Connectivity to Internet while traveling in India and abroad and so you save on high Internet charges.Easy to install & simple to use with choice of tariffs to suit you needs.Send and Receive SMS via the Airtel Data Card.
How to Install Data Card InternetSetting up Airtel EDGE Data card is very simple.Use the CD to install the EDGE Card software on your laptop.Place the SIM in the module provided in the data card.Insert the EDGE Card in your laptop.Click on the installed software icon to start accessing the Internet instantly
Data Card Tariff

Data Card Mrp Rs.3,350/-* Rental – 149/-Local – Rs.1.99/minSTD – Rs.2.99/minSMS – Rs.1.99/Rs.2.99/Rs.5 (Local, National, International)ISD & Roaming – As existing

Idea wireless internet

Idea Netsetter, the USB wireless internet access device from Idea Cellular is here. Idea Netsetter offers wireless internet access on its GSM network in several cities through this service. Idea Netsetter uses GPRS to access the Web.

With internet on your laptop courtesy Idea Netsetter, you can access news, weather, and chat online, without the hassles of a wired internet connection.Idea said that the Net Setter EG612 USB Modem can be used on both desktops and laptops. The Netsetter also offers SMS facility. The pendrive-shaped Netsetter is a GPRS device on GSM networks for internet access. Global roaming is available on the Idea Netsetter, Idea Cellular said in a press release.
Idea Netsetter has an EDGE peak rate of 247kbit/s and effective peak rate of. 236.8 kbit/s respectively; The GPRS peak rate is 85.6 kbit/s.
To use the Netsetter on your PC or laptop, ensure that the computer has a functioning USB port. Once you run the dialler software CD and install the application, you are ready to surf the net on Netsetter.
The price of the Idea Netsetter USB internet access device is Rs 2490, including all taxes.
The following are some of the postpaid tariff plans offered by Idea Cellular for its Netsetter GSM-GPRS wireless internet service.
Plan Rental Free Usage Charges beyond free usage for first 3 billsNet Setter 299 299 512 MB Rs 2/mb Free usage – 1 GBNet Setter 399 399 1 GB Rs 2/mb Free usage – 2 GBNet Setter 849 849 Unlimited NA Rental – 500
SMS charges on the Idea Netsetter
Local SMS: Re 1National SMS: Rs 1.50International SMS: Rs 5
Idea Netsetter roaming charges
While roaming on Idea Cellular networks, the charges will be the same as in the home network. While roaming in other networks in India, there will be an additional charge 10 paise per 10 kb, while for international roaming, the extra charges will be Rs 5 per 10 KB.
The modem used on the Idea Netsetter is a Huawei EG 162G, made by Huawei Technologies of China. The Netsetter works on Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Apple MAcintosh operating systems. Other requirements include an 866 MHz frequency CPU, 128 MB RAM, free hard disk space of 100 MB, and a screen resolution of 1024X768. The Netsetter access the wireless signals through a SIM class placed conveniently within the USB device.

MTS wireless internet.

MTS India, is the Indian arm of MTS (a JV between India’s Shyam Teleservices), the largest mobile service provider in Russia. As we introduced a few weeks ago about the launch of MTS mobile services in Karnataka state, we’ll now see how MTS functions in providing data services, which is now becoming as vital as the basic communication service.
MTS India has 2 types of Internet services, one MBlaze which works on EVDO and other MBrowse which works on CDMA network.


The premium MBlaze data card is priced at Rs.3499 and the standard MBlaze data card at Rs.2999, the only difference between the two being the storage space provided in premium version (just like a USB stick).
The plans in MBlaze are, I have to say, comparable with the best in the Industry now. Now when I say best in the Industry, I mean Tata Photon plus which leads all the way. As always the EVDO speeds will be up to 3.1 mbps and the upload speeds will be up to 1.8 mbps.
The plans start from as low as Rs.198 per month, which gives 150MB.
MBlaze half gives 0.5GB of data at Rs.498/month
MBlaze 1 – 1GB – Rs.598/month
MBlaze 3 – 3GB – Rs.798/month
MBlaze 5 – 5GB – Rs.898/month
MBlaze 10 – 10GB – Rs.1200/month
MBlaze 15 – 15GB – Rs.1500/month
MBlaze 30 – 30GB – Rs.3000/month
MBlaze 50 – 50GB – Rs.5000/month
Any extra usage will be charged at 50ps/MB and extra usage outside the validity period will be charged at Rs.2/MB.

BSNL Wireless Internet Services

BSNL is going to start offering wireless internet services in India with the launch of EVDO Data Cards. BSNL has the lowest downtime when compared to any other broadband service providers hence its very much recommended to cancel your other wireless broadband services and get a Network Interface Card (NIC) or EVDO Card which offers speeds upto 2.4Mbps.

The Data card is available at a cost of 2800Rs from BSNL or costs you 150Rs/month when you rent it and the minimum rental period is 3 months. You can also make calls to other mobile/land line phones and you will be charged with the normal pulse rate basis.
If you compare other wireless internet service providers like Tata Indicom Plug 2 surf, Wimax, Reliance Netconnect they charge their customers around 1500Rs for unlimited internet plan and BSNL charges 400Rs for the same services and no other company offers you Data Cards on rental basis other than BSNL. BSNL is also known for the highest telecom networks because of their highest number of towers, this is the reason you can stay connected even if you are travelling in the most remote places.
The EVDO is not yet officially launched by BSNL and its hoped that this July BSNL will be offering the data cards for sale/lease at these ultimately low prices. The speed of this broadband service would be around 120kbps but for sure a consistent speed. These Data Cards are specifically designed for laptops and hence its not recommended to try to connected them to your PC computers. The data card supports voice calls and also offers you a feature to send/recieve SMS messages.
Total Charges for EVDO BSNL Wireless Internet :Initial Deposit – 1500RsEVDO Device Cost – 7500RsTariff : 250Rs/month if you have purchased the deviceTariff : 600Rs/month if you have rented the device
You can contact BSNL customer care for more information on these Data Cards at their toll free number : 1500 or BSNL telephone exchange / Commercial office / DGM office in your locality.

Vodafone wireless Internet connection

Many of you are already using internet connection on your laptops using wireless data cards and mobile phones.


Vodafone Mobile Connect USB Stick does look sleep along with a cool pen drive shape and connection through the Vodafone EDGE network which means that this is a high-speed internet connection. You dont need a CD to install this device because its a total plug & play product.
Unlike other Data Card based internet services, this is something different because in this case you will need a Vodafone SIM card to connect to the internet and this SIM card you need to insert into the USB Stick.
Once you insert the Vodafone SIM card in this USB Stick you need to connect it to your PC or Laptop for connecting to the internet. The USB Stick is indentified and it will start working instantly, connecting to the web using your Sim Card.
Pricing :The USB Stick Device seems to be a bit overpriced at 2999Rs, but the internet is charged on a monthly rental based on the data downloaded. There are two plans ie 499Rs & 699Rs Plan.499Rs Plan – 500Mb Free Data Usage + 5p/10KB Usage Charges699Rs Plan – 1Gb Free Data Usage + 5p/10KB Usage Charges

Virgin wireless broadband

Virgin Mobile entered the wireless broadband segemnt with its Hi-speed USB modem device vFlash which will provide you speed of 3.1 Mbps plus storage memory of up to 8GB. The Hi-speed USB Modem vFlash price in India is Rs 3499.The vFlash equippped with various features such as vFlash TV and on-demand download services. It provides attractive tariff options ranging from Rs. 250 to Rs. 1100 per month for (10 gb). You can chose according to your needs. List of various tariff plans

*Day usage – 7 AM to 11 PM; Night Usage – 11 PM – 7 AM

*Local charges will apply while roaming. There are no separate roaming charges!!

M.A. Madhusudan, Chief Executive Officer, Virgin Mobile India said, “Today, the youth wants to stay connected 24/7 and with the launch of vFlash, we aim to put the surfing experience at their fingertips. At Virgin Mobile, we understand the distinct needs of our users; hence we are confident of satisfying high speed internet connectivity demands of our customers. With the rise of internet penetration in India, the data segment furnishes a stupendous opportunity allowing the customers to always stay connected.”
Deval Parikh, Chief Officer, Handset, VAS & Procurement, Virgin Mobile India said, “We are glad to introduce yet another cost effective value proposition for our customers. At Virgin Mobile India, we have been constantly striving to provide convenient and easy-to-use services for our subscribers. As an introductory promo, we are offering the device at a hard-to-resist 30-day zero rental. In addition, we are also offering vFlash TV & access to unlimited legal downloads on our On Demand service at zero rental till Jan and March-ends respectively. The launch of this product is an example of our commitment to provide simplicity and control in the hands of our customers as it offers various exciting features such as live TV and on demand services.”