AT&T is selling a new 5G hotspot – the Franklin A70, which is part of Franklin’s new RG3100 series of… Continue Reading
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Boost Mobile started out as as a prepaid brand, but is now the brand name used by Dish Wireless. They offer both prepaid and postpaid plans.
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Late 2025 Satellite Mobile Internet Update: Amazon Leo Getting Ready to Roar? HughesNet Bowing Out? ViaSat Back on Track? SpaceMobile Going Big… And More!
A lot has changed since our last rundown of the satellite internet market back in May. SpaceX has kept up… Continue Reading
Winegard Significantly Reduces Prices On 5G Routers, Including the Gateway 5G, Basestation 5G, and ConnecT 5G
Winegard has quietly and significantly reduced the price of its 5G router lineup on its webstore. Here is the old… Continue Reading
Netgear Announces The Nighthawk 5G M7 Global Mobile Hotspot With eSIM, Netgear App Overhaul, Home Cradle and Data Plan Lineup
Netgear today announced a new 5G mobile hotspot – the Netgear Nighthawk 5G M7, which is expected to be available… Continue Reading
Inseego Wavemaker FX4200 Router Released, Featuring A Qualcomm X72 Cellular Modem
Inseego has launched the Wavemaker FX4200 router, which is certified by all three major carriers and utilizes the Qualcomm X72… Continue Reading
Starlink Holiday Dish Sales ($229 for Mini / $279 for Standard) and New Speed Capped Residential Service
Starlink has once again adjusted both its hardware pricing and service lineup, making satellite internet more accessible to a broader… Continue Reading
Starlink Offers Free Mini Rental Bundle to Loyal Residential Customers With a 50% Discount on Roam Service Plans
Starlink has sent an email to some US based customers alerting them that they qualify for a free Mini rental… Continue Reading
Some Starlink Terminals Require Mandatory Software Updates to Continue to Function on Starlink’s Network
Starlink has emailed some customers whose hardware requires a firmware update by November 17, 2025, to remain functional on the… Continue Reading
Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G Router With Qualcomm X65 Modem – Releasing Soon At The Same $999 Price As The Previous X62 Model
Peplink is soon officially releasing an updated MAX BR1 Pro 5G router featuring an upgraded modem and a few additional… Continue Reading
Late 2025 Cellular Mobile Internet Update: Major Changes – EchoStar / Dish Bowing Out, Starlink Mulls Becoming a Cell Carrier, 5G Advances, and 4G Retirements Accelerate!
In the past few weeks, several major stories have emerged that are seismically shaking up the cellular industry, with impacts… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Adds New Apps And Features To T-Satellite Service Powered By Starlink
T-Mobile officially launched the Starlink-powered T-Satellite service back in July with basic text messaging. Now, T-Mobile is offering support for… Continue Reading
Starlink Mini Dish Discounted To $299
Starlink sent out promotional emails and updated its app and website, reducing the price of the Mini dish to $299… Continue Reading
InvisaGig v1.2 – An Update To The X62 Cellular Adapter With New Features And A $50 Price Decrease
The Wireless Haven is out with a new model of its cellular adapter, which it’s calling the InvisaGig v1.2. The… Continue Reading
Peplink Introduces the Antenna MAX Duo – A Roof Mounted Antenna Enclosure for Dual 5G Modem Support
Today, Peplink adds another variation to their Antenna MAX line with the Antenna MAX Duo. Similar to the original Antenna… Continue Reading
Winegard Launches The Basestation 5G – A New Indoor 5G Cellular Router
Winegard is launching a new indoor router called the Basestation 5G, which is available for preorder with shipping expected the… Continue Reading
Apple’s Cellular Evolution: iPhone 17 and iPhone Air Debut Along With New N1 Wi-Fi an C1X Cellular Connectivity Chips
Yesterday, Apple announced this year’s batch of new iPhone models: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max, and… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Launches New Business Smartphone Plan Lineup – Including Support For 5G Network Slicing
T-Mobile has rolled out a new business smartphone plan lineup, replacing the previous “Business Unlimited” lineup. There are three new… Continue Reading
SpaceX’s Starship Nails Tenth Test Flight and Tests Orbital Pez Dispenser – Paving Way For Starlink V3
SpaceX is celebrating today after a near-perfect Starship test flight last evening, including the first successful demonstration of the innovative… Continue Reading
Starlink Drops Roam 10GB Plan, and Introduces $5/Month Standby Mode Replacing Free Pausing
Starlink is well known for sudden and unannounced changes to its terms and plan lineup, and today Starlink is true… Continue Reading
Visible Announces Inner Circle with $5/month Discount on Visible+ and Visible+ Pro
Visible, a prepaid subsidiary of Verizon offering low cost smartphone plans, has announced a way to combine accounts for a… Continue Reading
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Gear center entries about products we track with specs, purchasing info and reviews.
Overview: RG3100 Series 5G Mobile Hotspots by Franklin (Mobile Hotspots)
The RG3100 series of 5G mobile hotspots is made by Franklin offer the X72 modem. The first model is sold by AT&T and AT&T Business.
Overview: Handheld Satellite Communicators (Satellite)
Handheld satellite communication devices can be a way to stay in touch in remote areas for emergencies and basic text communication.
Overview: Cellular USB Adapters by Peplink
Peplink’s cellular USB adapters provide cellular connectivity via USB to compatible routers and computers.
Overview: Inseego Wavemaker 5G Routers (Mobile Routers)
The Wavemaker series is a line of 5G enterprise routers from Inseego.
Review: ConnecT Rooftop Connectivity Domes by Winegard (Mobile Router | Wi-Fi Extending )
Winegard’s roof-mounted connectivity system, offering options for Wi-Fi extending and cellular integration and even an integrated OTA TV option.
Review: AIR 360+ and Routers by Winegard & WiFiRanger (Mobile Router | Wi-Fi Extending)
Winegard’s dome with cellular, Wi-Fi, and OTA TV antennas – with optional cellular routers and Wi-Fi extender solution including the Gateway and WiFiRanger Osprey.
Overview: 3rd Party and Multi-Carrier/Virtual SIM Plans (Cellular Data Plans)
3rd party vendors and resellers that offer data plans on the major carriers on a month-to-month basis.
Review: Netgear Nighthawk M7/M7 Pro Mobile Hotspots MH7150/MR7400 (Mobile Hotspot)
The Netgear Nighthawk M7 series is Netgear’s newest generation, using the X72/X75 modem and Wi-Fi 7. The M7 Pro is one of our Top Picks.
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.
Overview: MVNO Prepaid Smartphone Plans (Cellular Data Plans)
Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offer cellular service, but do not own their own cellular networks. MVNOs lease capacity from the major carriers and resell it under their own branding.
Product Lineup: Routers by Peplink / Pepwave (Mobile Routers)
Peplink offers many cellular embedded routers from consumer to enterprise level. Start here for an overview of the Pepwave product line-up.
Review: AT&T Prepaid (Cellular Data Plans)
AT&T’s direct prepaid cellular phone & data plans. Including our top pick data plan for hotspots and routers offering 100GB for $90/month.
Overview: AT&T RV Prepaid Plans (Data Only Plan)
AT&T’s prepaid data plans for RVs.
Review: Cricket Wireless by AT&T (Cellular Data Plans)
A subsidiary of AT&T offering prepaid smartphone & hotspot device plans including our top pick 150GB for $90/month Simply Data plan.
Review: InvisaGig Cellular Adapter
The InvisaGig is a cellular adapter that provides a 5G cellular data connection to almost any Ethernet device.
Overview: MobileMustHave.com & RoamLink (Equipment Vendor & Cellular Data Plans)
Run by fellow RVers, with a focus on higher-end mobile internet solutions catering to the RV and boating market. They offer data plans, routers, antennas and boosters, and other mobile products.
Product Lineup: Winegard & WiFiRanger (Cellular Modems | Mobile Routers | Long-Range WiFi | Vendor)
Overview of WiFiRanger and Winegard’s line of connectivity gear and routers.
Review: SpaceX Starlink (Satellite Internet)
SpaceX’s high-speed, low-latency broadband Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation.
Overview: Consumer Cellular (Cellular Data Plans)
AT&T based MVNO targeting AARP members. They offer phone plans with data that can be used as mobile hotspot, but their biggest plan only has 50GB of high speed data..
Review: Winegard / WiFiRanger Indoor Routers
Winegard / WiFiRanger’s interior mobile router options that include 5G or Cat-4 LTE modem options, depending on the model.
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Educational guides kept constantly up to date.
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.
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.
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.
Verizon Prepaid Unlimited Data Hotspot Jetpack Plan (pUDP) – Legacy/Retired
Verizon’s Prepaid Unlimited Hotspot Data Plan (pUDP) is grandfathered, and not open to new customers. This guide will help you keep that plan in good standing.
Security, Privacy, Passwords and VPNs for RV & Boat Mobile Internet
Mobile internet security isn’t that hard if you follow a few basic rules-of-thumb.
Life in the Slow Lane – Living and Working with Low Speed Throttled Data
While having the fastest speeds possible is nice, sometimes you may find yourself throttled or on low speed plans and this guide explains the best ways to take advantage of that.
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.
Keeping Connected in Mexico – RV & Boat Mobile Internet Options
From public Wi-Fi to utilizing the roaming included on U.S.-based cellular plans to acquiring a local SIM – staying connected while traveling to Mexico is possible.
Combining Starlink with Other Internet Sources: Cellular & Wi-Fi
This resource article discusses the considerations and approaches to combining Starlink with cellular and Wi-Fi to get more reliability in your internet access.
Which Cellular Carrier is Best for RV or Boat Mobile Internet?
There simply is no single cellular carrier network that works best everywhere that an RV or boat might travel to. This article is an overview of the strengths and weaknesses of the current major cellular carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile & DIsh) in the U.S. as they relate to mobile internet for RVers, cruisers and frequent travelers seeking an on-the-go home internet replacement.
Choosing Your Peplink Router for RV & Boat Travels
Choosing a Peplink Router for RV and boat travels can be a daunting task. Some considerations like modems, WAN & LAN features and power sources can help narrow it down.
Connected Cars, RVs & Boats – Integrated Mobile Internet Systems
Increasingly, auto and RV manufacturers are adding factory-installed options for internet access as standard or optional equipment. While a one-stop shopping solution can simplify the research phase, for the serious mobile internet user, these solutions may have compromises that make them less than ideal as a home internet replacement
Approaches & Strategies to Create Your RV Mobile Internet Setup
There is no one-size-fits-most solution to mobile internet for RVers, boaters, and nomads. We feel the best strategy is to understand YOUR needs and have a fundamental understanding of the challenges of mobile internet and the options available. This allows you to build the most ideal mobile internet setup for you.
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.
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
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.
Starlink Satellite Internet for Mobile RV and Boat Use
SpaceX’s Starlink – the insanely ambitious satellite constellation launched by Elon Musk with the goal of delivering broadband satellite internet to even the most remote locations. A very popular option for portable and mobile Internet access for RVs and boats, with a lot of considerations to make.
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.
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 Internet Travel Planning – Researching Cellular, Satellite & Wi-Fi Connectivity for RV & Boat Travel
For those who rely on mobile internet, it can be very important to research what to expect for cellular connectivity before heading out to a new location. While there is no single source that will give you a definitive answer, there are several tools available to help.
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Curated resource collections on topics and pages across the site.
Copy of Top Pick Cellular Data Plans for RVers and Cruisers
The Best Cellular Data Plans for RVers & Cruisers Welcome to our central resource page for data plans, highlighting the… Continue Reading
Sample Setup – Home Internet, Satellite, Non-Cellular Router
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Sample Setup – Mobile Router w/ Tethered Hotspots & Wi-Fi Extending
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Mobile Internet Assessment Worksheet
This assessment workshop is intended to help you understand your mobile internet needs, and we feel it important that you… Continue Reading
History Of Starlink
The Starlink app can give a user lots of information about how the Starlink is performing, any error messages from the dish, network devices, statistics with up time and outages and several settings that can be set.
Starlink Obstruction Finder
Starlink operates best when there are no obstructions in line of site of Dishy. Starlink’s App for iOS and Android has an Obstruction Finder that will scan the sky and show you where there are obstructions that can cause drop-outs.
Learn how to use the Obstruction Finder App to anticipate drop outs so you can avoid them.
Switching Between Starlink Data Plans
Starlink for RV & Boat Mobile Internet Resources Starlink satellite service is a game changer for mobile internet for RVers… Continue Reading
Which Starlink Dish Should I Choose?
Starlink Standard or Starlink Flat High Performance Dish? Which is right for your RV or boating satellite internet connectivity needs?
Sample Setup – Hotspot & 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 – Technomadia’s Boat Setup – One of Everything!
Sample Mobile Internet Setup Explorer Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile internet… Continue Reading
Starlink RV & Boat Mobile Internet Resource Collection
This collection of articles brings together all of our content on configuring and utilizing Starlink as a part of a mobile internet solution for nomads.
MIRC Webinars & Events
MIRC Events: Q&As, Webinars, Workshops and Presentations Subscribe to Calendar Get Event Details Throughout the month, we offer our MIAs… Continue Reading
Mounting Starlink on an RV or Boat
This article goes over different installation options for using Starlink in a mobile environment – from temporary mounting on poles, ground deployments to permanent installation on rooftops.
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International Travel Resources
Traveling outside the USA for a bit? Find all our guides to connectivity for Canada, Mexico, Bahamas and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions about MIRC Here is a list of frequently asked questions that we received at the… Continue Reading
Top Pick Cellular Data Plans for RVers and Cruisers
The Best Cellular Data Plans for RVers & Cruisers Welcome to our central resource page for data plans, highlighting the… Continue Reading
Overview Of The Starlink App
The Starlink app can give a user lots of information about how the Starlink is performing, any error messages from the dish, network devices, statistics with up time and outages and several settings that can be set.
Combining Starlink with Other Internet Sources: Cellular & Wi-Fi
While Starlink is a great source of internet for use in a portable fashion while RVing or boat – it’s not always ideal in every situation. Which means many may want to also use other sources of internet like cellular or Wi-Fi to complement satellite.
This resource article goes over considerations and approaches to combining Starlink with cellular and Wi-Fi.
Starlink Ethernet Bypass Mode
Starlink’s Ethernet Bypass Mode allows you to bypass Starlink’s indoor router, letting your own router of choice communicate directly with the Starlink network. Here’s how to do it.
Mobile Internet Resource Center (dba Two Steps Beyond LLC) is founded by Chris & Cherie of 