RIM Playbook 3G/4G
The Wi-Fi-only BlackBerry PlayBook has been launched since April 19, but the rumors about Playbook 3G/4G are always been there, no official present has ever proved it.
It was recently rumored that a cellular version of the BlackBerry PlayBook would be arriving soon and that it would be a 4G WiMAX version. A Google search for the words PlayBook 4G revealed a hidden product page from the big yellow carrier suggesting that it was readying the tablet for a WiMAX launch. But today, its been revealed that the PlayBook will only be available in 3G for now.
Mobile WiFi Hotspot transform WiFi only Playbook into 3G
Most Blackberry Playbook currently only available as a WiFi version (with a 3G version incoming), the Playbook includes an HDMI mini port supporting HDMI mirroring, along with microUSB, Bluetooth 2.1 and a GPS. You can tether to it to Smartphones for browsing on-the-go and to access Blackberry email via Blackberry Bridge. But a $30/month plan will be charged from users who want to enable 3G wireless connectivity on the PlayBook through their smartphone.
This shot of a newsletter to Sprint sales staff clearly shows that itll cost $29.99 every month for the BlackBerry Tablet Connection Plan. The really worrying part is that this may not just be for 3G tethering, for Bridge as well, which at launch will be the only way to access basic functions like e-mail, contacts, and memopad on the PlayBook.
How to turn WiFi only Playbook into a fast 3G mobile device with MiFi Hotspot (3G Router)
We have mentioned that tether Playbook to a Smartphone mobile hotspot for browsing or download email is a good way to use Playbook on the go. So, is there any method to make the connection faster for watching online video, play game and video call?
Actually, apart from the Smartphone, we can also tether Playbook to a
MiFi hotspot which is a sort of professional wireless 3G Router special designed for WiFi devices, and the fastest MiFi hotspot for the moment is up to 21Mbps and supports 8 users simultaneously.
This kind of
3G Routers dont need driver installation or settings, just insert 3G/4G SIM card and power on, it will appear on the WiFi list of your mobile device.
