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PhotoJim · 10-05-2010, 11:55 PM

SaskTel's new so-called 3G+ network uses technology compatible with the Kindle. I'm not sure if Amazon/AT&T have a roaming agreement with SaskTel - I gather not - but it's theoretically possible that, if they negotiate one at some point, you'll have 3G service in Gravelbourg (at least after SaskTel turns it up; not all towers have been converted yet).

Even in 2G coverage, book downloads are pretty quick. I downloaded a book at the cottage a couple of weekends ago without issue.

Get WiFi at home, though; it will save you a lot of hassle. A cheap 802.11b WiFi router is well under fifty bucks. You can get newer, faster ones that will do well as well but unless you have a high-end Internet subscription, it won't matter much.

10-05-2010, 11:55 PM	#18
PhotoJim Junior Member Posts: 7 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Regina, SK, CA Device: Kindle 3 3G	SaskTel's new so-called 3G+ network uses technology compatible with the Kindle. I'm not sure if Amazon/AT&T have a roaming agreement with SaskTel - I gather not - but it's theoretically possible that, if they negotiate one at some point, you'll have 3G service in Gravelbourg (at least after SaskTel turns it up; not all towers have been converted yet). Even in 2G coverage, book downloads are pretty quick. I downloaded a book at the cottage a couple of weekends ago without issue. Get WiFi at home, though; it will save you a lot of hassle. A cheap 802.11b WiFi router is well under fifty bucks. You can get newer, faster ones that will do well as well but unless you have a high-end Internet subscription, it won't matter much.