3G Modem

[Budza]

Looking for cheapest 3G modem. Can I buy these from suppliers other than MTN/VC? Anywhere like Matrix warehouse or Computer Mania etc.

What do they go for? Otherwise, should I just use my phone if it's 3G capable?

 

[Jola]

I got a cheap one off eBay, works just fine.

Try this, the seller is OK.

That's a nice modem, I bought one and it works well on Vodacom.

He sometimes has cheaper modems like the Vodafone K3565.

 

[Budza]

So,less than a grand if imported. Thanks Jola.

I'd rather buy locally, if there is anything within R200 or so of those in the link.

 

[wheunis]

You wont easily find something in the R200 range unless its second-hand, and/or falls apart after 2 months.

You're realistically looking at around 500-1000 for the lower ranged priced modems.
Your prices from MTN/VC would be within the 5-10% median difference than any other supplier, where your postage and packaging from another supplier would make that difference back.

 

[HideInLight]

Sigh this 56k is killing me. I can at least get better speeds (14kb/s) with gprs edge, but not until they reduce their prices to sensible levels.

Even the modem is overpriced.

 

[CellBel]

I just saw this s/hand E220 om Prophecy forum, member with 4000+ posts.
http://www.prophecy.co.za/forums/topic/80941-e220-usb-modem/
Price expectations: R500

 

[wheunis]

I just saw this s/hand E220 om Prophecy forum, member with 4000+ posts.
http://www.prophecy.co.za/forums/topic/80941-e220-usb-modem/
Price expectations: R500

Basically second-hand. Regardless of it never being used, you have 0 warranty, 0 return period, 0 guarantee.

Add to that the fact that E220's are old...


Personally I wouldn't buy that.

 

[dabbler]

I bought a K3565 yesterday and activated the (prepaid) sim with my SE C902. I found that connecting with the C902 is hugely better than connecting with the K3565. Maybe I bought a dud?

EDIT. Plugged the device into a different USB socket and seems to be working fine now ???

 

[Keeper]

new modem is +- R800 i think, at game or incredible or hi-fi - not sure which one but saw it on a pamphlet.

 

[retromodcoza]

Ebay works well and is cost effective if you are willing to wait for the device to get there.

Another option is my shop at http://www.3gmodems.co.za - I keep stock and delivery is usually overnight depending on your area. Modems come with a 2 month guarantee (carried by us). We accept credit cards and EFT.

Yet another option is www.bidorbuy.co.za - but then you carry the risk of it breaking / not arriving / having problems.