Marc on 2/18/01 5:48 PM wrote:
> Morning all.
>
> 2400 connection to ISP via cellphone, using infrared.
>
> Contemplating purchasing a cellphone to use in (slow) connections to
> the internet using infrared or cable.
>
> Has anyone attempted this? Have they had any success? Can they advise?
>
Hi Marc. I copied the following 3 messages from previous digests. They are
regarding the use of infrared. Sounds very interesting and I had hoped to do
something like this when my current cellular contract expires.
-makmac
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2000 20:36:30 EST
Subject: [Duo2400] Powerbook 2400 & Nokia 8290
Hello folks just thought id pass this info on. I went to my local
voicestream
store and tested a 2400,3400.1400 and wallstreet powerbooks,with the Nokia
IR
script included in os 9.0.4. was able to sucessfully dial to my isp
(bellsouth) and maintain a connection surf check mail and instant message my
friends at the same time.Apple technology is wonderfull.
Thanks German
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Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2000 13:39:38 -0500
Subject: [Duo2400] Re: Powerbook 2400 & Nokia 8290
From: "Mark A. Kippert" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
[EMAIL PROTECTED] on 12/18/00 8:36 PM wrote:
> Hello folks just thought id pass this info on. I went to my local voicestream
> store and tested a 2400,3400.1400 and wallstreet powerbooks,with the Nokia IR
> script included in os 9.0.4. was able to sucessfully dial to my isp
> (bellsouth) and maintain a connection surf check mail and instant message my
> friends at the same time.Apple technology is wonderfull.
So I can get one of those Nokia 8290s, install OS9.0.4 and be able to
communicate with the IR port on my PB1400? Very cool.
How fast is the connection?
Do you have to have service with voicestream? I currently have a contract
with CellularOne but it expires soon. I've been thinking about looking for a
different provider with a better deal. I'm not sure if Voicestream is
available in Indy. Do I have to look for a certain communications technology
from a cell provider?
-makmac
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2000 13:42:59 EST
Subject: [Duo2400] Re: Powerbook 2400 & Nokia 8290
gsm technology is all and yes u can use the ir port.it works real well right
now its about 14.4 but after jan expect around 33.6-56k speeds. but call
voicestream they are one of the few to provide service for the 8290.
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