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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.

When Starlink massively revamped its Priority plans back in March, one question that remained open was whether Starlink would continue… Continue Reading

AT&T has added its “Turbo” option to the top-tier Business Unlimited Premium Smartphone Plan. The “Turbo” option was first launched… Continue Reading

Router manufacturer Peplink has launched a new SpeedFusion Connect App that lets those connecting via iOS or Android phones experience… Continue Reading

Starlink has released a new performance-oriented user terminal, one that is expected to replace the Flat High Performance dish. The… Continue Reading

Inseego just launched a new generation of its Wavemaker routers, which are enterprise-focused, fixed wireless devices. The FX4100 is similar… Continue Reading

SpaceX’s Starship development program is having a bad year – yesterday experiencing its third major failure in a row. Yet… Continue Reading

We have tracked satellite internet options for nomads from the very start here at the Mobile Internet Resource Center, and… Continue Reading

T-Mobile’s AWAY plan lineup is a mobile-friendly option specifically designed for RVers and others who frequently travel in the United… Continue Reading

Starlink released a new router called the “Router Mini,” which offers Wi-Fi 6 capabilities and built-in Ethernet WAN and LAN… Continue Reading

The Calyx Institute is a non-profit organization that includes T-Mobile based data plans with their memberships – a perk they… Continue Reading

We have been tracking Project Kuiper since 2019, when Amazon first revealed its plans to build a global broadband satellite… Continue Reading

Google Fi, an MVNO running on the T-Mobile network, recently changed their plan line up. They now offer four plans:… Continue Reading

Note: This article was edited after the plans went live with additional details and context. T-Mobile announced two new “Experience”… Continue Reading

Today, Verizon rolled out a massive upgrade to its top-tier consumer postpaid smartphone plan, Unlimited Ultimate. Bucking the industry trend… Continue Reading

Today, AT&T rolled out changes to the connectivity options for customers on cruise ships and retired the previously available options…. Continue Reading

Verizon Business has introduced a new option for business smartphone plans called My Biz Plan. Video Story My Biz… Continue Reading

Starlink Roam plans are not tied to a specific service address, and users on these plans are free to roam… Continue Reading

Visible has added a new plan to its lineup – and improved some features of its previous top-tier Visible+ Plan…. Continue Reading

The coming era of truly global broadband connectivity took another step forward today with the announcement and beta launch of… Continue Reading

Today, Peplink officially released an updated version of the dual-modem MAX BR2 Pro 5G router. The new router is the… Continue Reading

Winegard’s second attempt at a roof-mounted router, offering options for Wi-Fi extending and cellular integration and even an integrated OTA TV option.

US Mobile is an MVNO with plans on the AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile networks.

Routica offers the Explorer series of cellular embedded routers designed for the RV and boat market

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.

MikroTik makes a large variety of routers and networking devices and provides the hardware that many of WiFiRanger’s routers are built upon.

Nextivity’s digital cellular booster, claims 65dB-100dB gain.

HiBoost USA’s mobile cellular boosters come in Car, RV, or OTW kits.

Cellular systems with Wi-Fi extending for cruisers who are not planning to venture far enough off shore to require satellite.

A multi-WAN cellular router with Wi-Fi 6 support and either a Cat-16 or a Cat-19/5G (X62) modem.

weBoost offers several models of cellular boosters & antennas for RVs, boats and vehicles. Start here for an overview of their product line up.

Dish Wireless sells postpaid cellular plans under the brands of Boost Mobile and Project Genesis, and pre-paid plans under Boost Mobile.

KING branded boosters, based off the weBoost cellular booster kits.

weBoost’s RV booster kit designed for stationary/parked RVs in remote locations.

weBoost’s former flagship mobile booster available in multiple antenna kits, one specifically for RV use.

Booster kits based on SureCall boosters and rebranded by other manufacturers.

Teltonika mobile cellular routers provide robust features but only a few models have advanced modems.

AT&T Business offers smartphone plans with up to 200GB of hotspot data and Business Broadband Plans with unlimited speed capped data for those with qualifying businesses.

The Wavemaker series is a line of 5G enterprise routers from Inseego.

GL-iNet routers, both cellular and non-cellular, striking a balance between cost and functionality.

Global mobile hotspots with virtual SIMs that allow you to purchase passes for unlimited international use.

In this guide, we aim to provide you a primer on networks from a mobile internet perspective – what they are and how they work – along with useful and simple definitions for all the arcane network terminology.

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.

Choosing a smartphone, tablet, or laptop is a personal decision, and there is no universal best pick but we can share some tips for consideration in selecting your personal devices for RVer and cruiser mobile internet optimization.

What is MIMO is, how does it work, and how it can be used to enhance cellular speeds? MIMO has the potential to make finding great mobile internet on the road an easier experience for RVers and Cruisers.

Ethernet, Coax, SMA, SMB, FME, N, TS-9, and more! One of the most confusing aspects of hooking up mobile internet gear is figuring out what cables, connectors, and adapters are needed.

What cellular, Wi-Fi or GPS antenna should you select to use with your Peplink Router for a RV or boat installation?

The Starlink app has several key functions that we’ll go over in this guide including the built in speed test function, visibility viewer, and others.

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.

Every RVer and cruiser at some point has thought about connecting to the internet via someone else’s Wi-Fi network. Fast! Free! Unlimited! But all too often attempts to use local public Wi-Fi networks result in a disappointing reality. This guide will help you determine if free Wi-Fi is worth it and help you select Wi-Fi extending gear for your arsenal.

BookmarkThe Great Loop & Mobile Internet The Great Loop is an amazing adventure by boat: circumnavigating the eastern half of… Continue Reading

Peplink Routers allow you to setup both Captive Portals and Guest Networks. This guide goes over why you might want to, how to and the differences between the two.

Video broadcasting or conferencing over Zoom, Microsoft Teams, YouTube Live, Facebook, Twitch or Skype using mobile internet from an RV or Boat presents some unique challenges.

If you are willing to be creative and flexible, these options may help you stay connected when more traditional and common internet sources aren’t available.

Selecting your ideal cellular carrier and data plans can be an overwhelming adventure, especially for RV and cruiser nomads who need to replace a home internet connection while being mobile.

This guide covers considerations for placement of your gear, getting power to your gear, and ventilation. It also introduces our preferred installation approach: the technology cabinet to centralize your gear in one spot.

This guide explains what Wi-Fi is, and the many forms it comes in.

There are a lot of variables that can impact the actual cellular performance you receive, and understanding them can help you better understand tweaks you can make to your mobile internet setup to optimize for the best data speeds and consistency.

Cellular Boosters for Mobile Data Performance Boosters are a popular (and pricey) option to get a better cellular signal for stabilizing cellular signals.

Whether you’re running security cameras to check in on your RV or boat while out exploring, desiring remote access to home automation systems, checking in on pets, or checking in on a home you’ve left in storage – remote monitoring while using mobile internet has some unique challenges.

SpeedFusion is Peplink’s connection bonding technology that makes Pepwave routers a top pick for those seeking reliabe mobile internet solutions.

Here you can read about some some real-life mobile internet setups of other RVers and cruisers.

Learn about the 5th Generation of Cellular technology for mobile internet use in this resource collection that also tracks all of our stories following developments.
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What is the BEST mobile internet solution for RV or boat travels? This guide overviews cellular, Wi-Fi and satellite options.
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Here you can explore some common mobile internet configurations, including some of the mobile setups of other RVers and cruisers.

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