GPS at last!!

I tried to find how to use GPS on this device on web for a while, but there is less information that I can gather. At last, i finally managed to use the GPS feature in the Sierra Wireless 881U 3G modem. This incredible product has 3G modem plus GPS features in it. I have also tested it on Garmin Mobile PC and it worked nicely.

One note, you need to have the unlock version of this item to gain its full features plus GPS.

This is the item features!

The AirCard 880U & AirCard 881U are the latest in USB modems from Sierra Wireless. Designed to work on HSUPA networks, mobile users will experience significantly increasedspeeds - up to 7.2 Mbps downlink and 2.0 Mbps uplink.

These USB modems are a flexible solution, ideal for desktop or notebook computer use and are compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. The familiar USB connection and simple setup make getting a fast, reliable wireless connection easy.

KEY FEATURES

• Transfer wireless data at speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps on the downlink and 2.0 Mbps on the uplink, on the latest HSPA networks
• Familiar USB connection
• Fully compatible with HSDPA, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS, and GSM networks
• Supported OS: Windows^® Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X
• Internal battery that supplements the power from the USB port when extra power is required

KEY BENEFITS

• Portable solution for enterprise & home use
• High speed wireless connectivity in more places than Wi-Fi, offering greater mobility
• Global compatible - support for latest HSPA technology, but backward compatible where unavailable
• Reliable connection and speed, even in fringe network areas

TRU DESIGN FEATURES

This product includes the following TRU features. Please click through for additional details:

• - Data Antenna Technology
• - Data Traffic Technology
• - Power Management Technology
• - Rugged Hardware Design
• - A-GPS Antenna Technology
• - Software Installation Technology

I will update on how to use the GPS on the next post.
So stay tune!!