Verizon Wireless Internet

Verizon's wireless Internet network has been updated to Rev.A and is based on EVDO technology. The name Verizon is using to market the service is "Mobil Broadband" and they are using their 3G network to deliver service to their users.

Verizon can serve their 3G network to about 91% of the United States. This puts the lion's share of U.S. consumers within Verizon's wireless Internet service area.

The only way to get the full benefit of Verizon's wireless network is to use an EVDO Rev. A compatible device. If your netbook, cell phone, PDA or other device uses an earlier revision the device will be limited to CDMA or Rev. 0 speeds. Wireless USB modems and network cards are available from Verizon to take full advantage of their EVDO technology.

Verizon offers prepaid service plans that are available in packages of days, weeks, or months with no contract required. This is a great option for users who need wireless service for a limited time, or business users on the road. Standard packages range from $39.99 to 59.99 per month with a contract.

Verizon Wireless Internet includes:

• Fast Downloads - Speeds of up to 1.4 Mbps.
• Fast Uploads - Speeds from 500 to 800 Kbps.
• Variety of Plans - 250MB/mo., 5GB/mo., and prepaid plans available.
• Strong Security - CDMA technology provides excellent wireless security.
• Great Coverage - Verizon covers 264 metropolitan areas and over 280 million people.
• Networking - VPN solutions for individual users or any size business.

Most of Verizon's network is EVDO Rev. A, however there are some areas where the older Rev. 0 is still in use. Users in and travelling through these areas will experience slower download and upload speeds.

Verizon Mobile Broadband users have the option to connect to older CDMA network area while roaming. Users can expect slower speeds up to 144 Kbps but more often around 70 Kbps.

As of 2011 Verizon is working on their new 4G network. This new technology is called Long Term Evolution (LTE) and it may become possible in the near future to see downloads in the range of 100 Mbps or more. These numbers are theoretical of course, and as the network is still in development it is impossible at this time to know what the actual speeds will be.

Verizon 3G Mobile Broadband

Access email, browse the web, and download files from your tablet or laptop using Verizon's high speed network that covers 90% of the U.S. population and is still growing. Over 280 million people can connect using Verizon's network, so you are probably one of them! Stay connected and get your work done wherever you are. The 3G network allows access with:

• PDAs
• Gaming Systems
• MP3 Players
• Tablet Computers
• Laptops
• Netbooks
• Cameras

Whatever your device is Verizon can help you get it connected.

The 3G plans available are:

• $20 – 1GB monthly data and $20 per GB over. This plan is useable by 3G compatible tablet computers.
• $35 – 3GB monthly data and $10 per GB over the limit. This plan is usable by 3G compatible tablet computers.
• $50 – 5GB monthly data allowance and $10 per GB over the limit. This service is usable by 3G Netbooks, offers access to all 3G dedicated mobile hotspots, and 3G compatible tablets.
• $80 – 10GB monthly data and $10 per GB over the limit. This service is usable by 3G compatible tablets, netbooks, and offers access to 3G dedicated mobile hotspots.

The 4G plans available are:

• $20 – 1GB monthly data allowance with a $20 fee per GB block over the limit. This service is usable by 4G tablets.
• $35 – 3GB monthly allowance with a $10 fee per GB block over the limit. This service is usable by 4G tablets.
• $50 – 5GB monthly data allowance with a $10 fee per GB block over the limit. This service is usable by 4G tablets, 4G USB modems, and offers access to 4G dedicated mobile hotspots.
• $80 – 10GB monthly data allowance with a $10 fee per GB block over the limit. This service is usable by 4G tablets, 4G USB modems, and offers access to 4G dedicated mobile hotspots.

Verizon's 4G LTE Network

The Verizon 4G LTE network is a fourth generation network (4G). LTE stand for Long Term Evolution and provides greatly increased speeds over previous network iterations as well as reduced latency. 4G LTE is available to over 110 million people and Verizon is expanding this service to cover its current national 3G network. This process is scheduled to be complete by the end of 2013.

By way of comparison Verizon's 3G network offers download speeds of up to 1.4 Mbps and uploads at up to 800 Kbps. The 4G LTE network provides download speeds up to 12Mbps and uploads at up to 5 Mbps. The difference is significant and the 4G network is easily one of the fastest mobile broadband networks in the U.S. The 4G network has the following advantages:

• Higher Data Rates
• Lower Latency
• High Security
• Simplified Roaming
• Better Power Performance

Verizon is working with rural companies to bring fast reliable access to communities that traditionally had limited or no choice in their broadband solutions. In the near future Verizon would like to see rural customers that were forced to purchase a slower more expensive satellite provider have a proven and affordable option in the Verizon 4G LTE network.

Verizon is one of the leading High Speed Internet providers in the U.S., and our site has reviews of all major 3G and 4G wireless ISP's, including AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.