LAS VEGAS, March 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CTIA Wireless 2010 -- Franklin Wireless Corp., the market leader in dual-mode WiMAX/CDMA modems for 3G and 4G wireless broadband data communications, today announced the availability of its R536 WiMax Wave II embedded Wi-Fi hotspot router for U.S., Latin American and Caribbean markets.
Like all of Franklin's products, the R536 is ideal for consumers who need to stay connected on the go. This device features a replaceable and rechargeable lithium-ion battery as well as an intuitive web-based user interface that allows for simple set up and network configuration.
"Franklin Wireless is pleased to announce the availability of the R536 WiMax embedded Wi-Fi hotspot router," said OC Kim, co-founder and president of Franklin Wireless. "We feel that this new router will offer consumers served by WiMax networks both affordability and ease of use."
Featuring enhanced portability, Franklin's new WiMax hotspot router is smaller and weighs less (approximately 2.46 ounces or 70 grams) than other products available in the market today. This is R536 is a 2.5 GHz band device that features 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi, supports Windows, Macintosh and Linux operating systems and does not require any special software to access network connections.
The R536 is expected to be available in May 2010 through Franklin Wireless and many of its carrier partners. Additional information about the R536 and the company's other products is available at the Franklin Wireless Booth (#235, Central Hall, M2M Zone) during CTIA Wireless 2010 at the Las Vegas Convention Center on March 23-25.
Franklin Wireless hasn't specified a release date yet, but stay tuned, as we will post updates as we receive them!
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