Three has unveiled an exciting new mobile broadband device designed to appeal to those who require a Wi-Fi connection at home but without the commitment of signing up to a fixed landline.
Known as the Web Cube, it is powered by HSPA+ speeds delivering download speeds of between 2 and 5Mbps – similar to current entry level fixed broadband speeds. The device has a range of 30 metres which can be used to connect up to a maximum of 5 wireless enabled devices such as smartphones, laptops, gaming consoles and tablets.
The Web Cube is powered by the 3G network and is ready to use straight out the box coming supplied with a mobile broadband SIM card.
Three have decided to test the device in a number of major cities in the UK before extending availability across the country.
Unveiling the Web Cube, Simon Kemp of Three said:
“It’s designed for the significant chunk of the population, especially renters and students, that have told us they want Wi-Fi at home, just without the phone line and the lengthy contract.”
Web-Cube-Broadband-in-a-Box!!
Sounds brilliant idea, fed up with phone companies offering special 3 / 6 months deals for Broadband, only to have extortionate price hikes after that period and hidden in minuscule print at the bottom a ridiculous phone line rental charge as well…
Would be good to know when it is being rolled out to the South West..?
Will it overheat after a few minutes like your ‘premium’ dongle?