GPRS vs. CDMA Terminals: What You Need To Know
As you've probably noticed, most wireless terminals come in two flavors. One is the more common GPRS while the other is CDMA. Rather than delve into the technical difference between the two, we'll give you a quick breakdown of what you need to know.
Primarily, you should understand that GPRS and CDMA are on completely different networks. Essentially, a terminal will be using a wireless carrier (think T-Mobile or Verizon) to send data wirelessly.
So what's the right choice for me?
A common misconception is that CDMA provides the best wireless coverage and will therefore give you the ability to have a better wireless connection. In reality, while CDMA has proven to be slightly more reliable in some areas, the best decision can be made by checking to see which network provides better signal strength in your area. You can check your local coverage by using the following links:
GPRS Coverage Map
CDMA Coverage Map
