CAT offers a new EV-DO rev A modem called the Novatel Ovation MC727. It’s EV-DO specs are identical to the CCU-680 previously offered. The only extra feature is a built-in micro SD slot allowing the modem to double as a card reader or USB memory stick.

Summary of my recent series of articles about the various options you have to connect to the Internet in Phuket.

Detailed explanation of the difference between advertised and actual ADSL speeds.

Overview of the three ADSL providers in Phuket.

DTAC announces they’ll deploy HSDPA in Phuket about 12 months for now. That’s great news, but they should tone down their corporate spin about having the lead in 3G internet. Phuket has EV-DO coverage right now, which is a different flavor of 3G.

Cradlepoint says about the MBR1000: We are working on load balancing but it will not be for awhile as programming it is a major undertaking. It is an active project though so hopefully it’ll be in the near future.

Sharing an EV-DO wireless internet connection without tying down a PC or laptop requires a special router that supports your 3G USB modem.

The fastest mobile internet connection you can get in Phuket is to buy the C-motech EV-DO Rev A USB modem from CAT. It’s actually faster than most ADSL lines available here.

Google Maps now shows the names of places and streets in Thailand in romanized form alongside the real names in Thai.