Milena has briefly been playing with DataWind’s PocketSurfer 2 at CeBIT, a GPRS-based mobile internet device with a similar form-factor to Nokia’s Communicator series. Where the PocketSurfer 2 differs, however, is in the contract – or, more accurately, the lack of it. After buying the clamshell device, you get 20hrs of surfing a month for a year; it also handles email and assisted-GPS, in fact the one thing you can’t actually do is make calls on it. The GPRS modem is just that, a modem, and the PocketSurfer 2 is intended to accompany rather than replace your regular cellphone.

Milena came away impressed but wishing it had a touchscreen for quicker navigation. We’ve actually got a PocketSurfer 2 in for review at the moment, and are currently putting it through its paces. Look out for a full unboxing and video review soon!