T-Mobile has confirmed that it will shut down the Sprint LTE network by June 30, 2022. Six months prior to this LTE deactivation, on January 1st, 2022, Sprint’s 3G CDMA network will also be shut down.
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No Joke: T-Mobile & Sprint Merger is FINALLY Complete!
It has been nearly two years since Sprint and T-Mobile first announced their proposed merger. The engaged couple have been… Continue Reading
It’s (Almost) Over – Federal Judge Approves Sprint / T-Mobile Merger
The mega-merger of the wireless world took a major step closer to completion this morning when a federal judge came… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Unveils 5G Coverage Map, Sprint Merger Status Update
T-Mobile yesterday announced that its new 600MHz nationwide 5G network will go live on December 6th, and there are three new… Continue Reading
T-Mobile / Sprint Merger Receives Critical Department of Justice Approval
The pending marriage between T-Mobile and Sprint might be entering the final stages, but this long anticipated merger is not… Continue Reading
T-Mobile / Sprint Merger Back On Track With FCC Greenlight
The long-in-the-works T-Mobile / Sprint merger got a huge boost today when FCC Chairman Ajit Pai announced that he now… Continue Reading
T-Mobile/Sprint Merger Clock Stopped – For the Moment
Reuters is reporting that after T-Mobile and Sprint filed significant additional information on their network integration plans for 2019-2021, the… Continue Reading
T-Mobile + Dish Network? Is Potential Merger Good For RVers?
Rumors are buzzing this week about a possible merger between cellular carrier T-Mobile and satellite TV provider Dish Networks -… Continue Reading
Current Cellular Industry Guidance: 5G is Increasingly Worthwhile For RV & Boat Mobile Internet Solutions
In our 5G industry update in early 2022, we advised our RVing and boating audience “to keep their expectations in… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Forcing Customers on Older Smartphone Plans To Upgrade Unless They Opt Out
T-Mobile is about to disappoint many of its “Un-Carrier” customers by making an unpopular move: customers on some older smartphone… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Changes Global Plus 15GB Add-on, Removing Unlimited Domestic Hotspot
T-Mobile has reportedly changed one of our Top Pick data plan options for T-Mobile – the Global Plus 15GB add-on… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Rolls Out Band n25 – Increasing Mid-Band 5G Capacity & Coverage
In what it characterized as a “mic drop” – T-Mobile this week bragged that it had “achieved its year-end goal… Continue Reading
Coverage? App Update – Integrated SpeedTest by Ookla, Updated 5G Layers, 3G & Sprint Removed
For many nomads, keeping connected is crucial. Twelve years ago, long before MIRC founders Chris & Cherie launched the Mobile Internet… Continue Reading
OneWeb and Eutelsat Merging To Better Compete With SpaceX’s Starlink
When we last shared an update on OneWeb in March, things were looking grim for the seemingly cursed satellite internet… Continue Reading
Sprint LTE and T-Mobile 3G Networks Officially Shutdown
2022 is a big year for cellular network transitions with all three major carriers shutting down their 3G networks, along with the consolidation of the Sprint and T-Mobile networks.
A New Fourth Carrier: Dish’s Project Genesis Expands to 120+ Cities, Offers Unlimited Hotspot Plan
Dish, as part of the T-Mobile and Sprint merger deal negotiated with federal regulators in 2019, was given the spectrum… Continue Reading
FMCA Tech Connect+ Data Plan Transitioning from T-Mobile to AT&T – $59.99/mo Unlimited Hotspot
Back in 2017 the FMCA – Family Motor Coach Association – a non-profit RV membership club, stepped into the role… Continue Reading
Calyx Institute Replacing Sprint Hotspots and SIMs – Update Your Address By April 8th! (UPDATED)
UPDATE: On March 28th, Calyx posted a new message that all members with Sprint SIM cards need to update/confirm their… Continue Reading
Dish’s 5G Network – Project Genesis Will Debut in Las Vegas
Dish Network’s Project Genesis – a new 5G cellular network – may finally be close to its first debut after… Continue Reading
5G Industry Update: Is 2022 The Year 5G Gets Interesting?
In our major 5G industry update last summer, we concluded: “So while it might be tempting to invest in “future-proofing”… Continue Reading
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Overview: FMCA Tech Connect+ Data Plans (Cellular Data Plans)
FMCA offers data plans as part of their Tech Connect+ membership programs. They currently offer plans on AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.
Overview: Project Genesis / Boost Infinite by Dish Wireless (Cellular Data Plans)
Dish Network is growing to become the fourth big cellular provider replacing Sprint and offers postpaid plans under Boost Infinite and Project Genesis brands.
Review: T-Mobile Based Non-Profit Unlimited Data Plans – Calyx Institute | PCs for People (Cellular Data Plans)
Non-Profits like Calyx & Connect All offer low-cost truly unlimited T-Mobile data plans for hotspots to their members, ranging from $15-$50/month.
Overview: Postpaid Plans by T-Mobile (Cellular Data Plans)
T-Mobile’s postpaid consumer plans for smartphones and tablets, and data plans for hotspots & routers.
Overview: Boost Mobile by Dish Wireless (Cellular Data Plans)
Sprint’s former prepaid brand which is now owned by Dish Network, offering phone and hotspot plans.
Overview: Postpaid Plans by Sprint – Now Part of T-Mobile (Cellular Data Plans)
Sprint offered postpaid plans offering up to 50 or 100GB of high-speed mobile hotspot use, and unlimited tablet plans. As of June 2022, they are now part of T-Mobile.
Overview: Inmarsat Devices & Satellite Data Plans (Mobile Satellite Internet)
Inmarsat provides satellite products, voice, and data services generally aimed at providing global services to merchant maritime fleets, airlines, enterprise commercial, & government applications, and as such, their products and plans are VERY pricey.
Overview: Venn Mobile (Cellular Data Plans)
Venn Mobile is a Sprint MVNO offering an unlimited on device data plan with a large bucket of mobile hotspot data.
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Considerations for Selecting Cellular Data Plans for RV & Boat Mobile Internet
Selecting cellular data plans can be an overwhelming adventure for RVers and cruisers. There are just so many options out there and cellular companies frequently change their offerings. Plans come with a lot of fine print, and in particular, the carriers don’t necessarily design and market their plans to those seeking a home internet replacement. This guide is written to help you understand the different types of plans available and navigating shopping the myriad of cellular options out there.
International Mobile Internet Options for U.S. Based Travelers
American nomads looking to maintain internet connectivity while traveling by RV, van, boat, or short-term housing have multiple options. This guide addresses roaming on U.S.-based cellular data plans, SIM cards in the countries you travel to, and other internet considerations while traveling internationally.
Family & Kids Mobile Internet Considerations for Homeschooling & Remote Learning
We cover the mobile internet needs of nomadic families, providing guidelines, factors to consider, and some specific examples to give you the information to make sound mobile internet decisions based on your particular family composition and priorities.
All About Cellular SIM Cards – Swapping, Resizing, Dual SIM & eSIM
Every modern mobile device has something known as a SIM card inside it that makes it visible to a cellular network, but while SIM cards are simple in concept, there are still some important things to be aware of before you set off to move your service around.
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MMH Staff Quick Links This page contains links to quick reference material on MIRC for the MMH Staff to utilize…. Continue Reading