There are many ways to go online nowadays; from having a wired connection at home or Wi-Fi in your school or office, to getting an air card for your laptop. However, there are times when you wish you could go online quickly and with a good connection, but to also be able to share that internet with other devices. This is when a 3G modem router can come in handy.



Gamers often find that they would like to go online and be able to connect their Xbox or PSP at the same time. You may also want to link up your favorite Apple product to the internet and one or two more of your computers. Because a 3G modem router can support cellular modems, you can even plug in your Smartphone and instantly create your own Wi-Fi network.

There are many types of 3G modem routers out there. Here are just a few good ones to consider.

- The WiFi Ranger and WiFi Ranger Pro modem routers support AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon carriers. They work with wireless N, B, and G, but are only compatible with USB devices. These modem routers also have four Ethernet ports. According to some tests, these modems have a range of up to 200 feet and are a great option for travelers.

- Another great modem router to check out is the Cradlepoint PHS300 Battery Powered Router which supports AT&T, Sprint, Verizon but also Alltel. This router runs using the G wireless range, and supports USB and ExpressCards, which is an advantage over the WiFi Rangers. This 3G modem router is also the only one of its kind to include a rechargeable battery. On the downside, the Cradlepoint PHS300 only supports G wireless and only has a range of 80 feet. It also does not have an Ethernet port so your devices have to be wireless, and you can’t add a Wi-Fi antenna.

- Another modem router option you can get is the NexAira Business Class II 3G/4G Wireless Router (BC2), which supports Sprint, Verizon, Alltel and AT&T. It has one WAN and one LAN port, and supports USBs and an ExpressCards. It runs on the wireless N range and is the only 3G modem router to support the iPhone. This modem router supports both 3G and 4G broadband connections.

- The best option for a 3G modem router is to get the Cradlepoint MBR1200 which supports not only USB and ExpressCards but also PCMCIA cards. It is the only modem router which supports PCMCIA cards. It has a wireless N range which is compatible with B and G. It has four high speed 10/100/1000 LAN and WLAN ports, 3 USB ports, and one Ethernet port. It has excellent range, about three times better than G wireless and optional external Wi-Fi antennas to improve the range even more. The Cradlepoint MBR1200 also supports 4G WiMax.

As you can see there are many types of modem routers that you can purchase which allow you to connect multiple computer and devices. A 3G modem router is also an excellent way to create your own Wi-Fi network.