In May of 2014, new FCC regulations controlling the design of cellular boosters went into effect – obsoleting all boosters… Continue Reading
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Boosters are amplifiers used to improve wireless signal reception. Most common are cellular boosters to help smartphones and mobile hotspot devices receive a stronger cellular signal. However because of a core cellular technology called MIMO, boosters do not always translate to better mobile internet speeds…. Continue Reading
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Timely news articles relevant to your search.
No – T-Mobile is NOT Giving Away Free Cell Boosters
T-Mobile this morning announced another #uncarrier move – expanding upon the Uncarrier 7 “Personal Wi-Fi CellSpot” they began offering last year… Continue Reading
weBoost Announces RV 4G Cellular Booster, Drive 4G-X “Now Shipping”
weBoost has announced a new cellular booster explicitly targeted towards RVers – the weBoost RV 4G. From the press release:… Continue Reading
Maximum Signal’s ‘Max-Amp’ RV Cellular Booster – Cleared For Sale!
Maximum Signal announced today (5/18/2015) that it has at last won its lengthy fight with the FCC to bring the Max-Amp 5-band cellular… Continue Reading
Now Available: Top Signal Cobra 4G Mobile Cellular Booster
It’s been a long time since there has been a new entrant into the mobile boosting landscape, primarily due to… Continue Reading
weBoost Drive 4G-XR RV Cellular Booster – Delayed A Year?!?
In February when Wilson Electronics officially rebranded as weBoost, we were thrilled to discover some exciting new products listed as… Continue Reading
Wilson Electronics Mobile Cellular Booster Close-Out Deals
As hoped for, there are some great deals to be had on close out models from Wilson Electronics. Earlier this… Continue Reading
Essential Mobile Technology Review: The New Bota Brick & Box v2 LTTE Boosters
It is always disconcerting when a key piece of technology you rely on is discontinued and replaced. We always wonder -… Continue Reading
weBoost Drive 4G-XR (RV) Coming Soon – RV-Optimized Cell Booster Kit
Cellular booster manufacturer weBoost (formerly known as Wilson Electronics) unveiled its new website and product line today, as promised. As… Continue Reading
New in the Testing Lab: SureCall TriFlex2Go Boosters
Just arrived – the SureCall TriFlex2Go mobile boosters.www.PowerfulSignal.com sent us the Verizon LTE and AT&T LTE versions. The claim for this… Continue Reading
Now in the Testing Lab: Wilson Mobile 4G Booster
Just arrived for testing – a Wilson Mobile 4G booster, thank you PowerfulSignal.com! Stay tuned for reports and testing results…. Continue Reading
Booster Busted: When the FCC Comes Knocking…
Cellular boosters work by taking a weak signal from an external antenna, and amplifying it and rebroadcasting it on an… Continue Reading
The FCC, LTE Boosters – And Why The Wait
Without our two cellular boosters, our six weeks spent at Cape Blanco Lighthouse would not have been quite the serene… Continue Reading
SpaceX’s Starship Experiences Third Consecutive Failure – Implications For Starlink?
SpaceX’s Starship development program is having a bad year – yesterday experiencing its third major failure in a row. Yet… Continue Reading
2025 Satellite Mobile Internet Update: Starlink, Kuiper, Direct To Cellular, and More!
We have tracked satellite internet options for nomads from the very start here at the Mobile Internet Resource Center, and… Continue Reading
GnomeLink Beta Testing Begins, Providing An Innovative Underground Broadband Connection Globally
The coming era of truly global broadband connectivity took another step forward today with the announcement and beta launch of… Continue Reading
UPDATE: What the Failure of Starship Flight 7 (and 8!) Means For Starlink – V3 Satellites Coming
SpaceX’s Starship is the largest rocket ever built, and when the system is fully operational and rapidly reusable it will… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Launches First 5G “RedCap” Device – The TCL Linkport IK511 USB Modem
T-Mobile has launched an interesting new 5G data-only device, the TCL Linkport IK511. First announced on October 16th, the Linkport… Continue Reading
Mobile Internet Resource Center Tenth Anniversary – Retrospective
It is hard to believe – but the Mobile Internet Resource Center is turning ten years old this month! We… Continue Reading
Visible Identifies a Network “Hiccup” causing a 200Mbps Speed Cap, and Promises to Fix the Problem
Visible, Verizon’s prepaid brand, is now admitting there is a problem with their network that is capping the download speeds… Continue Reading
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Gear center entries about products we track with specs, purchasing info and reviews.
Anntlent-Based Cellular Boosters (Anycall, Phonetone)
An inexpensive booster from Anntlent, sold in various kits and model names
Overview: SureCall N-Range 2.0 (Mobile Cellular Booster)
A vehicle-based booster that boosts voice and data signals on all US/Canadian networks, for a single device.
Review: weBoost Drive 4G-M / Wilson Electronics Mobile 4G (Mobile Cellular Booster)
Now discontinued. Capable of boosting multiple devices at once at the max allowable gain for a mobile booster.
Overview: Uniden Link 4G Cellular Booster (Mobile Cellular Booster)
A vehicle-based single-device cradle cellular signal booster.
Overview: SureCall FusionTrek (Mobile Cellular Booster)
Vehicle signal booster which eliminates outside antennas or cables. Now discontinued.
Review: weBoost Drive 4G-S / Wilson Sleek 4G (Mobile Cellular Booster)
Basic cradle-style cellular booster designed to improve the signal to a single device. Now discontinued.
Review: SureCall Fusion2Go (Mobile Cellular Booster)
Now discontinued, this is a SureCall 5-Band mobile booster.
Review: Maximum Signal Max-Amp (Mobile Cellular Booster)
The Max-Amp cell booster makes some very ambitious claims, but in our hands-on testing consistently fell short of expectations.
Review: weBoost RV 4G (Cellular Booster)
weBoost’s now discontinued RV booster based on a stronger residential booster.
Review: SolidRF MobileForce 4G (Mobile Cellular Booster)
A solid all carrier booster from SolidRF (formerly Top Signal). Not currently available.
Overview: UM50 by Uniden (Mobile Cellular Booster)
Uniden’s mobile 4G booster for cars, trucks and RVs.
Overview: SureCall TriFlex2Go-V / TriFlex2Go-A / TriFlex2Go-T (Mobile Cellular Booster)
SureCall’s carrier-specific booster line – now discontinued.
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: Business Plans by T-Mobile (Cellular Data Plans)
T-Mobile offers a line of plans for small business customers that are priced similarly to their consumer plans but offer more features & benefits.
Review: OMNI Series Cellular and/or Wi-Fi Mast Antennas by Poynting (Cellular and Wi-Fi Antennas)
The OMNI series of combination mast antennas by Poynting come in a variety of configurations including medium and high-gain SISO, MIMO cellular with Wi-Fi/CBRS band support.
Review: MobileMark LTM Series Combination Antennas (Cellular Antennas | Wi-Fi Antennas)
MobileMark LTM series of antennas have a low profile omnidirectional combination antennas with endless configurations for LTE/5G, Wi-Fi and GPS, designed to be mounted on a vehicle roof.
Review: Pepwave Mobility Antennas by Peplink (Cellular Antennas)
Peplink’s line of omnidirectional, dome antennas, formerly known as ‘Puma’.
Review: Netgear 5G MIMO Antenna (Cellular Antennas)
Netgear’s suction cup mounted MIMO 5G antenna with 2 SMA connectors (and SMA to TS-9 adapters) for use with mobile hotspot devices.
Overview: TechnoRV (Vendor & Cellular Data Plans)
TechnoRV carries a variety of tech for RVers, including data plans and mobile internet products, with a focus on customer and pre-sale support.
Review: MAX BR Pro Series: BR1 & BR2 by Peplink (Mobile Router)
Peplink’s next generation cellular embedded router series offering Wi-Fi 6, advanced LAN features, 5G and LTE models.
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Educational guides kept constantly up to date.
Cellular Data Devices: Smartphone, Hotspot, Router or Tablet?
Cellular data is a popular choice for RVers and boaters for online mobile connectivity. And choosing if you should hotspot off a smartphone, use a mobile hotspot device like a Jetpack or MiFi, or go all in with a cellular embedded router is a critical part in choosing your ultimate mobile internet setup.
AT&T Connected Car $20/month Mobley Unlimited Data Plan and Device
The “Mobley Plan” is the colloquial name for the now-grandfathered AT&T $20/month Unlimited Data Connected Car plan paired with a Mobley connected car device. This provides some background and tips for those who still have this unique truly unlimited plan.
Mobile Hotspot Device – Selecting and Understanding MiFis, Jetpacks & AirCards
Hotspots come in a wide range of shapes, forms, and features. Understanding those features can go a long way to selecting the right gear for your mobile internet setup.
Mobile Internet Considerations For a Fixed Location, Extended Stay or Stationary Use
This guide is meant to help you utilize mobile internet options like cellular and Wi-Fi sources when you aren’t so mobile.
Understanding Cellular Modem Specifications (Mobile Routers, Hotspots, Phones)
Using cellular technology is the most common way to get online for RVers and Cruisers.
There are many types of cellular devices that can be utilized to get online: mobile hotspots (aka Jetpacks or MiFis), smartphones, or cellular embedded routers.
Inside every cellular device is a component known as a cellular modem, which handles the actual communications with the cellular network.
And not all modems are created equally.
Cellular Evolution: 2G Thru 5G, And Beyond!
BookmarkThe History and Future of Cellular Technology The incredible pace of cellular technology evolution over the past decades has been… Continue Reading
5G Cellular Data Fundamentals for Mobile Internet
In this guide, we bring together information covering 5G and how it impacts RVers and cruisers who rely on cellular data for their mobile internet needs.
Alternatives to Starlink Mobile Internet for RVers & Boaters
Can you keep online from an RV or boat without relying on Starlink? Absolutely! From cellular to Wi-Fi hotspots to satellite communicators, there are options.
Peplink Cellular Data Performance Optimization Tips
Peplink routers have a collection of features that allow you to optimize your cellular data performance. This guide overviews using antennas, boosters, band selection and bonding & load balancing.
Metal RV Mobile Internet Considerations – Vans, Airstreams, Bus Conversions & Boats
This guide is meant to help you utilize mobile internet options like cellular and satellite sources when you are mobile.
Part Time RV & Boat Mobile Internet Considerations for Seasonal & Vacation Travels
The occasional nomad is compelled to balance costs and complexity with inconsistent needs. This guide is meant to address this unique perspective on mobile internet setups.
Fine Tuning Your Mobile Internet Setup at a New RV or Boat Location
If you’re traveling with an arsenal of mobile internet gear, how do you go about determining what will work best at each new location?
Using Mobile Internet In Motion while Driving an RV or Boat
This guide is meant to help you utilize mobile internet options like cellular and satellite sources when you are mobile.
Mobile Satellite Internet & Communication Options for RV and Boat Use
There are places far beyond Wi-Fi or cellular coverage, where only a satellite far above can keep you online. As fun as it is to fantasize about connectivity everywhere, today’s typical geostationary satellite options come with many tradeoffs to consider. But exciting stuff is (literally!) on the launching pad. These options will hopefully eventually prove to be mobile-friendly for RVs and boats.
Troubleshooting Mobile Internet – Tips & Procedures For When Cellular, Wi-Fi or Satellite Isn’t Working Well
What to check when your mobile internet isn’t working as well as you’d like. Troubleshooting tips for signal strength, equipment setup, signal enhancing methods, and location-specific challenges.
Antenna Ground Plane Theory for RV and Boat Cellular Connectivity
Many antennas have a ground plane built in, but in particular magnetic mounted antennas (often kitted with mobile boosters) require one be provided. These antennas are specifically designed for automobile use, and being placed on the roof of a metal car or truck. The magnet keeps them connected to the metal roof, however, what a lot of folks don’t realize is that the metal roof is also serving as the ground plane – an integral part of the antenna’s performance. Most RVs and boats don’t have a metal roof. So what can you do?
Testing Internet Speeds & Performance for Mobile Connectivity
Testing internet speeds allows you to measure your real-world performance to know if your signal enhancing efforts are having an impact on your mobile internet setup.
Understanding Cellular Frequencies for Mobile Internet Connectivity
Cellular Frequency Basics
Working Remotely Using Mobile Internet from an RV or Boat
Working remotely while traveling in an RV or boat makes internet not a luxury – but essential. Remote work from an RV or boat requires some additional considerations for creating a redundant and reliable setup.
Online Gaming over RV & Boat Mobile Internet Connections – Cellular, Wi-Fi & Satellite
Do you love to play online games, but aren’t sure how to play them over mobile internet? This guide will show that gaming on the road is definitely possible, even with the limitations of mobile internet.
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Curated resource collections on topics and pages across the site.
Sample Setup – Satellite / Starlink
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Sample Setup – All-in-One Roof Unit
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Sample Setup – Smartphone Hotspot & Video Screen Casting
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Sample Setup – Interior Cellular Embedded Router, Exterior Antennas
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Sample Setup – Hotspot & Antenna
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Mobile Internet Resource Collections – Curated Content by Popular Topics
Mobile Internet Resource Collections Not sure where to start? We’ve brought together our content on popular mobile internet topics for… Continue Reading
Dialing In and Optimizing Your Mobile Internet Setup
Now that you have your mobile internet gear, these resources will help you fine tune your setup. From getting a better signal, planning your travels and minimizing your data usage.
Using Cellular Data for Mobile Internet Resources
Cellular data is a common way for RVers and boaters to keep online. This collection contains all of our resources to help you understand this technology and select your gear.
Selecting Mobile Internet Gear
Want to focus on just our top pick gear for mobile internet? This collection brings together the gear that has passed our evaluation tests all in one place.
Guide Library
All of our educational guides on mobile internet in one place. Our library.
Installing Mobile Internet Gear
Ready to install your mobile internet gear? This collection contains guides to installing antennas, cables & connectors and system considerations.
Full Links for Staff
Mobile Internet Easy Links – Staff Only This page contains links to our guides & recent news story with the… Continue Reading
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Gear Center for RV & Boat Mobile Internet
Mobile Internet Gear Center Our gear center tracks products and services intended for mobile internet in an RV or boat…. Continue Reading
Mobile Internet Classroom
Welcome to our classroom – Mobile Internet 101. This self paced course walks you through our indepth guides to help… Continue Reading
The Mobile Internet Handbook
The Mobile Internet Handbook for US Based RVers, Cruisers & Nomads by Chris Dunphy & Cherie Ve Ard5th Edition, 111… Continue Reading
Mobile Internet for RV & Boats – Unbiased News, Guidance & Education
Mobile Internet Information for RVers and Cruisers Helping you live a Mobile & Connected lifestyle with unbiased information on mobile… Continue Reading
Short Links
Here are quick links you can use to get to our most common content (remember, rvmobileinternet.com and mobileinternetinfo.com are interchangeable)…. Continue Reading
Your Membership Guide
Membership Welcome & Orientation Thank you for joining! By joining, you are supporting us in helping our nomadic RVing and… Continue Reading
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