Comcast Corporation is working on a new initiative while partnering with Clearwire Corp. and several other companies that utilize WiMax technologies.  The initiative is the implementation of fourth-generation (4G) broadband services.  People on 3G networks are already able to update their blogs and websites.

But the Comcast High-Speed 2go service will allow those using laptops and netbooks use a wireless connection anywhere in the U.S.  The connection will be available at speeds faster than before.  The download speeds will be about 4 megabits per second compared to the 1-1.5 megabit speeds available on 3G networks.

High-Speed 2go is now available in Portland, Oregon.  The service will be available in Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Chicago by the end of the year.  The service will cost $49.99 per month.  A nationwide version will be available for $69.99 per month.

[via Reuters]

Las Vegas has been called “America’s Playground” by the movie Ocean’s 11.  Now that Clearwire is preparing to launch WiMAX in the casino city, I’d call it a “nerd’s playground.”  The image above proves that Clearwire is getting ready to introduce WiMAX service into the city, but there won’t be an official launch date announced until later this summer.  Other cities that will be getting WiMAX soon includes Atlanta, Georgia and Grand Rapids, Michigan.

[via Engadget/Clear.com]