While there are some good options getting internet internationally, such as XCom’s Mifi Rental or increasingly inexpensive plans from carriers, there’s still not a one-device-to-rule-them-all option. GlobalGig is working really hard at being the first to get there, though. Simply buy the $99 hotspot device, and get access to easy 3g-speed wifi in the US, UK, and Australia — and today announcing service in Ireland, Denmark, Sweden and Hong Kong. Though you won’t get the blazing fast speeds of WiMax or LTE 4g, the 3g/2g compatibility will probably provide more functionality outside a few countries that do actually have 4g. The data plans (1 gb – $17, 2 gb – $25, 5 gb – $45, 10 gb – $80) are reasonable and as long as you buy the device outright, you’re on a month-to-month contract. You can check your usage on their website to see how much you’re using so there are no surprise charges at the end of the month, since there is a $0.05 charge for every extra megabyte ($50/gb), you’ll want to keep an eye on that.
