That is incredibly awsome.

If there is a way to use cheaper components I am going to try it out here in New Zealand

This is neat, but I’m not clear on the distinction between this and the stompbox.

The stompbox fits in my Element, sure. :) but it’s based on the exact same Soekris 4521 as the commercial JunXion router. The difference is that you’ve got full access to the platform and can run a number of things directly within the router (it’s Linux, so why not?) and it’s far cheaper to build yourself.

I’ve thrown it into a backpack before; it works just fine! I prefer to put a 8db gain antenna on the EVDO side, though, for better coverage.

way too pricey for my taste. plus you run a huge risk of breaking those solar panels by accident. Also the article failed to mention that monthly service is $79.99 from verizon and works only in major cities. “you can find me in the hills around Southern California. I

If you can’t afford a Zaurus after forking over the cash for the junxion box this would work well with the 802.11 Zipit:

Zipit Wireless

If you have Verizon (or any) EVDO, this is just one more use for your card. The Stompbox, the Junxion Box, or a laptop can all use the card. This project just makes that $80 monthly fee more usable! (My target is 100% utilization.) As for which is better, the Stompbox or the Jbox, I’d say they both have their places. The Stompbox is extremely flexible but requires more setup with the pure Linux platform, while the Jbox is very easy to configure and set up out of the box at a higher price for the convenience. Pick your poison.

Gee, way to remind of us of two articles we’ve ALREADY read…
And yeah, what about the camera hack? And then the “big suprise” that was supposed to be on that one monday? Did I miss something too?

why not using asus wl500g instead?? it’s MUCH CHEAPER! it’s linux inside! it has usb port to plug in usb cables connect to cdma/gprs phones. that’s it and you’re ready to go.

or, use a mobile gprs/cdma with built-in wifi. like xda o2 or nokia 9210 or other palm/pocketpc/symbian devices. then develop a software to turn this device into hotspot. that way much ‘Cool’er than buying a ready-to-use, yet expensive device like that.

For anyone interested in this old project (like me), the URL for the guide has been moved to http://www.popsci.com/popsci/how20/6a278ca927d05010vgnvcm1000004eecbccdrcrd.html — enjoy.