San Francisco GC89 provides convenient wireless Internet access for
laptop and notebook users wherever they need to be online. Bridging
the cellular and WiFi worlds, the GC89 PC Card combines global EDGE
coverage with the popular WiFi technology in a single card which is
compatible with both Windows and Macintosh computers. GC89 card
further strengthens Sony Ericsson leadership position in EDGE PC
Cards gained from the highly successful launches of the GC82, GC83
and GC85 PC cards. The GC89 card delivers connectivity through EDGE, GPRS, CSD, SMS
over the GSM 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 bands worldwide. And, for
those areas covered by wireless local networks: homes, offices, and
hotspot locations such as airport lounges, coffee shops and hotels,
the GC89 provides 802.11b and g connectivity with speed potential
in excess of 50 Megabits per second. EDGE (Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution) is a third generation
cellular (3G) technology delivering broadband-like speeds to mobile
data devices. The GC89 EDGE combo card complies with Class 10
rating, or the sending and receiving of data at speeds of up to 247
kbps. 1pc/b