Usb Dongle Huawei E173

Updated July 3, 2026

Overview

Product sourcing insights & recommendations

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The Huawei E173 remains a significant legacy product in 2026, transitioning from a general consumer device to a stable industrial niche component. Alibaba

Product Overview & Performance

* Technical Profile: A 3G HSDPA USB dongle supporting download speeds up to 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5.76 Mbps. Techmonitor Alibaba

* Key Features: Renowned for its "Plug and Play" functionality, it includes a MicroSD slot (up to 32GB) and a CRC9 external antenna port for improved signal reception in remote areas. Techmonitor Alibaba

* Unique Selling Point: Unlike many modern 4G/5G dongles, the E173 is widely compatible with SMS gateways and automated voice systems (Asterisk/chan_dongle), making it a preferred choice for M2M (Machine-to-Machine) communication. Alibaba

Market Trends & Insights (2026)

* Niche Persistence: While 3G networks are being phased out globally, the E173 maintains steady demand in regions with active legacy infrastructure and for specialized industrial alerts. Alibaba Soracom

* Transition to 4G/5G: The broader USB device market is surging, with a projected value of $87.76 billion by 2033. Snsinsider Consumers are increasingly migrating to 4G LTE (e.g., Huawei E3372) and 5G "Wingle" devices that offer integrated Wi-Fi hotspots. Abiresearch Datainsightsmarket

* Sourcing Insights: Wholesale prices on B2B platforms typically range from $9.00 to $15.00 for the E173, whereas modern 4G alternatives can be found as low as $4.15 for high-volume orders. Alibaba Alibaba

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