Modems

TELUS has decided to launch the new Huawei E397 Mobile Internet Key. Dubbed as “Boltz” in the United States, the device supports a peak download speed of up to 100Mbps. This Mobile Internet Key also has an internal antenna and a memory card slot that accepts microSD card (up to 32GB). Measuring at only 111 grams, the Huawei E397 Mobile Internet Key will be launched in March 2012 for approx. $149.99 outright. [MobileSyrup]

Novatel Wireless and Bell have collaborated to release the 4G LTE Novatel Wireless U679 Turbo Stick that provides Bell Mobility customers in LTE coverage areas mobile Internet download speeds as fast as 75 Megabits per second (Mbps). Known as the slimmest 4G LTE USB modem on the market today, the device features an internal MIMO receive antenna. What makes the Novatel U679 Turbo Stick more interesting is that it is also backwards compatible to both Dual Carrier HSPA+ networks (up to 42Mbps) or HSPA+ (up to 21Mbps). The 4G LTE Novatel Wireless U679 Turbo Stick retails for $59.95 on a three year contract, or for $199.95 with no contact. [Engadget]