ACS 130 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 (edited) Dear all, Reliance communications has launched the new Huawei EC-121 USB Modem with data, voice & SMS facility. It is a conveniently slim & stylish solution for internet access on the move. This time however, no earphone in the box.. IVR instructions come thru speakers! Features: CDMA 1x RTT 800Mhz Inner Antenna - Outer looks no good as it is Voice Supported Packet Data Service supported Supports Incoming and Outgoing SMS Laptop/PC Speaker & Mic - Can be used for voice calls Windows 2000 (SP4), Windows XP (SP2), Windows Vista32/64bits, MAC OS - Earlier USB's had issues with Vista 64 bits. Size:67.1 mm x 23.2 mm x 10.6 mm - Very nice Direct USB connector for convenient plug into the laptop/PC USB port In built antenna for better coverage - How better coverage ? Slim, Sleek & Stylish - Similar to USB pen drive in size and looks Support for Voice , SMS & Data Plug n Play - Self Installation upon connection - ZTE MG 880 was a pain. Edited July 20, 2009 by ACS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Honest 836 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 Thanks for the info my dear Jayanth. Its good to see a new DATA CARD Model from Reliance. Lets see what response this Data Card will get from the market. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
commonman 228 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 What is the price? and is it RUIM based? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACS 130 Report post Posted December 31, 2008 Same price as others.. 2490 + activation. RUIM based? RComm data cards have never been RUIM based till now except in case when 'worked upon'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prakashkadam 1 Report post Posted December 31, 2008 when the basic handsets are available for about Rs. 1000, why the hell these USB data cards are so pricey? Same price as others.. 2490 + activation.RUIM based? RComm data cards have never been RUIM based till now except in case when 'worked upon'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dkaile 1,051 Report post Posted December 31, 2008 ^^^^ I agree totally, better to get a full fledge handset with a modem, then to get these overpriced dongles... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Honest 836 Report post Posted December 31, 2008 when the basic handsets are available for about Rs. 1000, why the hell these USB data cards are so pricey? ^^^ My dear friend, their are many other benefits of these Data Cards. Like they are small in size and don't need battery backup like mobile handsets. Data Cards get the power from USB itself. If anyone use mobile for net surfing then its for sure the battery of the handset will be gone within 6 months. Another thing is that, you cannot recieve or make calls if you are using mobile for surfing. Thats not the case with Data Cards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sadikk 301 Report post Posted January 1, 2009 They are looting on name of data card. I remember i use to import this USB pen drive like device for 16 USD from China, but it was RUIM based so wasnt getting R-Connect plans on them at that time. This is utter loot, as government also gave special discounts for data cards. BTW Honest Data card is way cheaper to manufacture as it only needs MODEM with Chipset, no speaker, microphone, ringer, vibrator, power board and so on. It should come for free now with post paid connection atleast now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACS 130 Report post Posted January 1, 2009 ^^^^I agree totally, better to get a full fledge handset with a modem, then to get these overpriced dongles... True.. but the good reliable handsets nowadays in Reliance starts from 9K onwards. i.e. Nokia 6275 Instead go for a LG 3500 + USB Data Card if it solves your purpose.. I guess Honest has even mentioned the pro's of having separate such instruments.. But yes.. Data Card prices should go down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dkaile 1,051 Report post Posted January 1, 2009 (edited) My whole point was, as Sadikk pointed out that these dongles are overpriced; its ok about convenience but at this price, u can easily get a handset in 3K with modem and no need to spend 9K as u have pointed out; in fact one of the best handsets with a modem (which I still keep) was the original B&W LG (I forgot the model no.) which came for about 1-1.5K only... so why the hell are they charging so much just for a modem dongle... Even today LG 6330 is about 2.5K with modem, camera, etc... and its a pretty reliable piece, so why would u pay so much for a dongle... see http://www.rcom.co.in/webapp/Communication...set/mobile.jsp# Edited January 1, 2009 by dkaile Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACS 130 Report post Posted January 1, 2009 Even today LG 6330 is about 2.5K with modem, camera, etc... and its a pretty reliable piece, so why would u pay so much for a dongle... see http://www.rcom.co.in/webapp/Communication...set/mobile.jsp# LG 6330 in South was discontinued more than 2 years back. Maybe Info provided about price is also wrong in their Website.. Anybody aware of its current availability & price? It was a very good set. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
supernova 47 Report post Posted January 1, 2009 this card has been there since 1 month . I got it around 3 dec .. though plug n play has benefit . but i am facing strange problem in this card . sometimes it get shang after 10-15 min of use and then you have to reboot . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mufaddal 678 Report post Posted January 1, 2009 I f anyone use mobile for net surfing then its for sure the battery of the handset will be gone within 6 months. who said it bro ...i have used handsets for more than a yr using them as modem as well for my laptop almost everyday and still i cant see any significant degradation in battery life .... my iphone is a yr old....i have been teetherin it/using wifi for more than 6mnths no probs with battery .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACS 130 Report post Posted February 9, 2009 We had few ppl encountering some problems with ADM 100C AnyData Modem which looks similar. Any problems faced with this one yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
supernova 47 Report post Posted February 10, 2009 after replacing data card , still problem is there in new one . i showed to reliance local i.t. engg and he is giving excuse that he has fwd complaint to dakc . also the asc told me that he has replaced 4-5 such card with same prblem Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
