Sony Ericsson launches two new dual function USB modems to keep you ahead of the game

Sony Ericsson unveils the MD400 and MD400g – the first HSPA USB modems of their kind from Sony Ericsson not only providing high speed broadband but also a combined M2 Memory Stick Micro™ and a microSD™ slot brought together in a stylish and attractive design. Apart from an in-built antenna, an innovative additional swivel antenna optimizes the performance when in use. When closed, it covers and protects the retractable USB connector. The MD400g also has an in-built GPS receiver which automatically shows the user’s current location.

Singapore, 17th June 2008 – For people on the move keeping in touch via the internet with colleagues, clients, friends and family is a necessity. Now Sony Ericsson gives users the speed they need in a stylish way with its two new modems complete with HSPA technology. Users can receive 7.2Mb/s in download and up to 2.0Mb/s in upload speeds. This means that sending attachments via email such as images or video content can be sent up to five times faster than before.

“The MD400 and MD400g are high performance and stylish devices that enable you to have all your essentials at hand even when you are out of reach from broadband at home or in the office. The USBs are simple, quick to install and the multiple technologies guarantee internet access every time,” said Johan Tysklind, marketing director mobile computing at Sony Ericsson. “The combined M2 Memory Stick Micro™ and the microSD™ slot really makes these products stand out from the crowd and the MD400g even includes a GPS receiver.”

Sony Ericsson MD400/MD400g – the world on the move

- HSPA technology – up to 7.2Mb/s download and 2.0Mb/s upload
- First USB modem with combined M2 Memory Stick Micro™ and microSD™ slot
- In-built antenna complemented with an additional swivel 'Diversity' antenna maximizes reception performance and boosts data transmission
- Innovative mechanical design allows the swivel antenna to also protect the retractable USB connector when the modem is not in use
- USB modem - can be used in any PC, laptop or desktop
- In-built GPS receiver and GPS utility (MD400g) which can link directly in to Google Maps™ and mark current location
- PlayNow shortcut link – just a click away from entertainment
- Auto-install
- Auto configuration

So whether you are a professional that needs internet access anytime of the day, a student away from the library or even someone taking advantage of nice weather in the park the MD400/MD400g range can give you the broadband access you need from any mobile location.

At a glance

Product Name
• MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem
• MD400g Mobile Broadband GPS USB Modem

Form
USB Modem

Size
Compact size, 70 x 28 x 15 mm (open)

Weight
28g

Antenna
Dual antenna solution featuring Receiver Diversity optimisation which ensures highest possible data rates. the USB connector retracts when the swivel antenna is folded. Completely closed it covers the port

Memory Slot
Combo M2 Memory Stick Micro™ and microSD™ slot

GPS (MD400g)
Integrated GPS receiver (NMEA 2.0 interface)

HSPA
Up to 7.2 Mb/s, downlink
Up to 2.0 Mb/s, uplink

HSPA/UMTS
Triple band 850/1900/2100 MHz

EDGE/GPRS
Quad band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz

Operating Systems
MS Windows® 2000, XP, Vista, MAC-OS X supported

Features/Enablers
• Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager
• Auto-installation and auto-configuration
• Multi color LED illumination indicating communication status (and GPS status - MD 400g)
• 25 supported languages
• Sony Ericsson update services
• Combo M2 Memory Stick Micro™ and microSD™ slot
• In-built GPS receiver inc. GPS utility (MD400g)
• PlayNow™ icon – a click away from entertainment

Colours
• Exquisite Ebony
• Lustrous White

Availability
Globally available Q4 2008