>>I have a Viliv S5 that I'd like to do this too: http://www.slashgear.com/viliv-s5-mid-gets-hsdpa-hack-2438617/
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>>Basically its just taking out the HD and putting in a SSD and 3G modem and sim-tray. I can't seem to find anyone on this tiny Island willing to try it.
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>Check out the hackerspaces in your area.

Wow never even heard of that. Sure enough there is a group in Honolulu - they meet June 12th & I signed up for it - plus its 1/2 between my office and my home :)