Also it's a complex adapter, since it has to be a PCI-e host. Generally SATA->x (USB, SD card, etc) adapters can be done with much simpler app-specific microcontrollers with IP blocks sprinkled in.
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The web was a bit simpler back then, but still...
That said, they should've done it a while ago.
https://liliputing.com/this-dirt-cheap-4g-lte-modem-on-a-usb...