Just released is the Livepack by video streaming service aptly named Livestream. It’s an all-in-one, backpack-sized device available for lease that enables live, mobile, HD quality broadcasts.

Livepack is carried in a backpack has no requirement for a laptop, features a touch screen and six integrated 3G/EVDO modems from AT&T, Verizon and Sprint that combine to offer up the highest possible available bit-rate. In good hotspots it can achieve a 700 kbps connection (it can go up to 1Mbps), in poor areas with patchy reception, the six modems together can provide 300 – 400 kbps.

Here’s the summary:

• Livestream Livepack is available for monthly or yearly rental directly from Livestream.
• Typical delivery within a week.
• Livepack includes : Hardware unit to encode and transmit, custom designed backpack, dedicated IP address to stream to your Livestream channel, Firewire cable, all 3G/EVDO network contract and charges included in rental price.
• Optional : External batteries (Up to 3 hours of autonomy).
• Currently available in US only.
• Up to 1Mbps uplink connectivity.