People said for the longest time that Verizon would never get the iPhone because they didn't use GSM, and here we are. But without the chipset support, yeah, there'll probably only be support for two out of the three bands.
According to http://reviews.cnet.com/routers/novatel-wireless-mifi-500/4505-3319_7-35765542.html the MiFi 500 can also be used as a modem for a single computer via USB and as a GPS receiver. Very nice.
Cool. I've been looking at the Sprint hotspot plans and I may just activate mine, even if it means a two year agreement. Cheaper than what Verizon charges every time I want to use my VZN hotspot, anyway.
Ah, it'll probably be cancelled tomorrow then since their office is probably closed now.
Every place I've ever ordered from gave me the option to cancel the order if the price (excluding shipping) changed. Failing that, there's always sending it back for a refund.
Change carrier, choose "replacement device" and then change phone to the MiFi 500. I was able to put in an order for the free MiFi just now. (Whether it'll get cancelled though is another question.)
Interesting. If I were to order one of those free MiFis from that link, would I be able to activate without having to sign up for a new two year agreement?
Which is unfortunate. It's partly why I have a prepaid Verizon MiFi--because I don't use it often enough to justify paying monthly for 2+ years, but I do need it occasionally on trips and such. The new Sprint unlimited plans might make an extra $10 for hotspot access on my phone doable though.
Is this Sprint's? Looks like a portable tower on the roof of the Hilton parking structure next to the Convention Center. Sorry for the horrible picture quality.