What is 3G/4G USB Sim card Modem with MicroSD slot? All about 3G Sim adapter Dongle

3G is here! Internet service and options just keep getting better and better. Demand for high speed mobile internet is on a rise.
The 3G, or third generation technology for mobile phones, offers a broadband service where the mobile phone network is used for internet connectivity, and a 3G USB Sim modem is used in laptops to have net access even on the move or away from home or office. Whenever you need internet you will require internet cable or WiFi hotspot. But with 3G USB, you can use your mobile sim internet anywhere on Laptop within your mobile operator signal area.
USB 3G dongles are great for getting online with your PC or Mac laptop when a WiFi is not available. Dongles are nothing new and are simply devices which can be attached to a computer through the USB port.

What is 3G USB Sim card Modem with MicroSD slot? All about 3G Sim adapter Dongle

What is 3G SIM Card USB 2.0 Wireless Modem Adapter with TF Card Slot?

A 3G dongle is a unit that looks similar to a traditional flash drive or pen drive or USB sticks - and is normally used to access the internet from a laptop or a similar portable device by using 3G sim. It has two slots for sim and memory card. It is inserted into USB port of PC etc.

Wireless connections require a 'hotspot' or active area from which they can be accessed - but a 3G dongle does away with this frustrating limitation.

How 3G sim can be used in 3G USB Sim Adapter?

These dongles have sim slot (or the 3G sim from a mobile phone may be inserted into its slot) from which

mobile phone network is used internet connectivity.

Not only this USB supports 3G but also 2G, GPRS, EDGE. So it can be used for any sim. It is compatible with UMTS 2100MHz and is also compatible with GSM, GPRS and EDGE operating with the frequencies 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz.

Best Features of 3G sim card Modem:

It can use internet of 3G sim.
It has also function of call dialing and receiving from PC or Laptop without a phone.
SMS can be received and sent by this 3G sim modem.
It has memory card slot for upto 16GB/32GB. So it is also USB flash drive.
Contacts can be saved.
It has internal antenna for call, sms, internet use.
Simply it makes your PC, Laptop a full functional 3G phone.

How 3G internet can be used?

These 3G dongles are ideal for connecting various devices including a laptop, PC, netbook or notebook computer to a 3G mobile internet. They are very easy to use and allow you to use your laptop in many locations which are not an option via WiFi such as the park, in the bus while travelling or away from home or office if you are on holiday or on a business trip.

MicroSD (Memory card) option in 3G USB for Storage:

Mostly 3G dongle will have an optional MicroSD or memory card slot for inserting Memory card of size upto 16GB or 32GB. So that it can also be used as USB flash drive for storing data, audio and video files.

What is speed of 3G USB?

Download speed upto 7.2 MB/s depending on network provider.
Upload speed upto 2.0 MB/s

Coverage Area, Where it can be used?

It can be used where there is 3G coverage. 3G networks cover a very wide area, and so where you have 3G network coverage, 3G is the best way to have internet access on the go. 3G network connectivity is often best in cities because cities are mostly covered for 3G access.

Can we use 4G sim on 3G USB modem?

No. To use 4G sim, you will need 4G USB Dongle. But its price will be little more.
4G can support all services like, 4G, 3G, GPRS, EDGE etc.
Otherwise it has all same features just like 3G USB Dongle.

What are 3G Dongles and MiFi 3G devices?

There is increased internet accessibility with a 3G dongle or MiFi device. 3G USB Dongle is for single Laptop only. To use 3G internet on more than 5 laptops or mobiles, Wireless rechargeable 3G devices or MiFi or used.

See full details of MiFi Devices.

Locked and Company restricted 3G USB Devices:

Company Locked 3G USB dongles:

Often a 3G dongle will come for free if you buy into a monthly subscription plan with one of the big mobile phone companies. But in this 3G USB only sim of that specific company can be used. Other network sims will not work in it. For example devices by PTCL EVO, Mobilink Speednet, Ufone 3G usb, Telenor, Zong, and internationally O2, Vodafone or T-Mobile. Packages may be chosen depending upon usage.

Unlocked 3G USB dongles:

To use all network sims on a single 3G USB, you can buy your own 3G dongle from market. Most companies are making these unlocked devices like Huawei etc. China made 3G usb dongles are also available in Market at low price.

Drivers and System requirements;

These devices are plug_and_play. There is no need of separate drivers. On first use, drivers are automatically installed. Also these are compatible with all major operating systems like Windows 7, 8, Vista, XP as well as Mac OS etc

Price of 3G USB:

Its price will be less than Rs 3000/- ($30). Most cheap 3G USB dongles will be available from Rs 1000/- to Rs 1500/- China made 3G usb dongles are also available in Market at low price.

Summary:

It supports plug and play, and can be widely used for PC, Laptop, Mobiles, Notebook, Tablets etc.
Only insert a SIM card into the USB, and it will bring much convenience to your Internet surfing with the transfer rate up to 7.2Mbps
It supports micro SD card up to 16GB/32GB. With portable design and easy to use, it is really a wonderful 3G wireless USB Dongle for choice.
Still, for individuals who simply cannot do without internet access, a 3G dongle is the most convenient solution.
Network band: UMTS(2100MHZ), GSM/GPRS/EDGE(850/900/1800/1900MHZ)
Transfer rate: HSDPA 7.2Mbps / HSUPA 2Mbps (can upgrade to 5.76Mbps)
Slots: Sim + MicroSD TF
Worldwide roaming and global connectivity with one modem
High performance internal antenna
Receives and sends short message (SMS)
Telephone Call function
The HSDPA USB Modem is a type of multi-mode, 3G modem, suitable for 2100MHz HSDPA with 7.2Mbps downlink and 384kbps uplink
Supports HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM (2100MHz-1900MHz-1800MHz/900MHz- 850MHz)
Supports SMS, PIN code
SIM/USIM/WCDMA/GSM card slot and built-in Micro SD/TF memory card slot (32GB Max.)
USB 2.0 standard interface, compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
Automatically install driver, no CD required, Plug and play-
Supports Operating Systems: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8, Mac OS

There is an impressive range of USB 3G dongles as well as an extensive choice of MiFi units which are very compact wireless devices that enable several people to share a single broadband connection on the go by tapping into a 3G mobile phone network.
The price of cheap single user 3G dongle will cost less than Rs 3000/- ($30). But a MiFi device will cost a little higher which comes with plenty of additional features and storage capacity for your video, audio and other media files.