Sierra Wireless USB 598 3G Modem: No Verizon Contract Needed

sierra-wireless-usb-598A while back, Verizon made a big deal that they were going to start approving phones for use on the Verizon network that could be obtained from third parties. The appeal is that this opens up the ability to buy unlocked phones and use them with existing Verizon accounts. We haven’t seen a rush of unlocked phones hit the market, but Sierra Wireless was paying attention and has released the USB 598 3G modem.

The USB 598 can be purchased anywhere and activated on an existing Verizon data plan. This eliminates the normal renewing of a 2-year contract by switching to a new device. The USB 598 retails for $199 and supports EV-DO Rev. A.

(via engadget)

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