This is the latest modem addition to the Telecom EVDO stable in NZ.
Works a treat and is not much bigger than a matchbox - see link http://www.rtwireless.co.nz/Documents/Minimax%20NZ%20Brochure%201.pdf
I would doubt if any Telecom dealers have any knowledge of this modem though, Telecom are as of yet not promoting or launching to the dealers, i think because they have a massive stockpile of Aircard 580's to sell.
Telstra have been selling 3/1 of these modems versus the PCMCIA cards in Aussie because they have superior signal gain than PCMCIA cards and they also work in a vairety of machines including desktops and MAC's.
Good option for those wanting a decent mobile data solution when outside of full coverage.