Comcast (News - Alert) is launching its mobile broadband service in Portland, Ore., and will roll the service out nationwide.  Comcast "High-Speed 2go" is available in both local versions that work within a single metro area as well as a version that includes nationwide access using the Sprint (News - Alert) 3G network.

 

Comcast appears to want to avoid cannibalization of its existing cable modem customer base, and is offering the service only as part of a bundle including cable modem and wireless service. The introductory pricing includes cable modem and wireless service for $49.99 per month for one year.

 

Both new and existing Comcast customers will be eligible for special bundled pricing, with Triple Play (News - Alert) customers receiving 4G wireless as an add-on for as low as $30 per month.

 

The $49.99 "Fast Pack Metro" service includes Comcast’s 12 Mbps home Internet service, a free WiFi (News - Alert) router for mobility and extended coverage in the home, and 4G service that will provide up to 4 Mbps download speed when customers are on the go.

 

For an additional $20 per month, consumers can upgrade to the "Fast Pack Nationwide" service that includes the same services plus nationwide 3G mobile network access.

 

Comcast also will be selling High-Speed 2go to small-to-mid-sized businesses through Comcast Business Services sales teams.