keep in mind if you were downloading a compressed ZIP file (there are also a few others), the computer will show an improper transfer rate. it usually decompresses on the fly and then gives the "total" data rate if you will.

internet exploder is notorious for these false readings.

the TP2 could not do HSPDA or EV-DO rev.b no matter how much you sit and stare at it. the radio just doesn't support those specs (nor can it without changing the broadcom chipset inside), which is quite impossible.