Sierra Wireless and SoftBank Mobile has launched the new Sierra Wireless Compass(TM) 888 USB Modem. The product will soon be available exclusively in Japan to SoftBank Mobile customers. The Compass 888 is the first Sierra Wireless PC adapter to be available in Japan, with an expected launch date in December. It will be sold as the SoftBank C01SW USB modem. The Compass 888 will deliver high-speed wireless access to SoftBank Mobile’s 3G network for notebook computer users, providing a reliable connection for mobile consumers in an industry-leading small form factor.

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