In another round of Verizon Loves/Hates consumers, we have the new AirCard/Smartphone data plans that are being announced on March 2nd in the spotlight. With Verizon having announced their unlimited calling plans and also details about their new “Open Network” to be set loose later this year, they looked like they were becoming more user-friendly. Well, that’s changed with this most recent event.

Sierra Wireless has unveiled the Compass 885 USB and AirCard 885e ExpressCard at Mobile World Congress. Both the 885 and 885e offer a compact design and will work with either Windows or OS X. They both also have support for tri-band HSPA/UMTS and quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM connections and offer data speeds up to 7.2 Mbps down more »

Sprint has a few new models coming up in the future, both the Samsung Ace and also a green version of the LG Rumor are expected to be available shortly. The Samsung Ace is expected to be available on February 17 and carry a $449 price tag. The newly colored green LG Rumor is expected more »