Starlink has discounted the Starlink Standard dish price by 50% bringing the cost to $175 (normally $349). It is not… Continue Reading

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DSDA (Dual SIM Dual Active) is a dual-SIM design used in phones and cellular data devices where both SIMs can remain active at the same time, allowing simultaneous service (for example, one line on a call while the other maintains data, or concurrent connections where… Continue Reading

Starlink has discounted the Starlink Standard dish price by 50% bringing the cost to $175 (normally $349). It is not… Continue Reading

Mounting cellular antennas on a boat or RV typically requires an awkward bundle of coax antenna cables running between the… Continue Reading

Starlink has no doubt changed mobile internet connectivity, allowing users to have reliable high-speed internet anywhere in the US or… Continue Reading

Winegard has finally released a new and significantly updated version of the ConnectT all-in-one rooftop dome connectivity system, the ConnectT… Continue Reading

T-Mobile has typically always offered a trial program allowing customers to try out their network for free for a set… Continue Reading

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved a deal between UScellular and T-Mobile that will result in UScellular ceasing to operate… Continue Reading

At a live streamed event on June 23rd to celebrate being crowned the “Best Mobile Network” by Ookla (the SpeedTest.net… Continue Reading

T-Mobile recently made some changes to its lineup of data-only plans, including improving one of our Top Pick plans. T-Mobile… Continue Reading

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

T-Mobile’s postpaid consumer plans for smartphones and tablets, and data plans for hotspots & routers.

The Peplink Antenna MAX series are roof-mounted enclosures that combines cellular, Wi-Fi, GPS antennas with a space for a Peplink router inside. The S-series has a Starlink Mini bundle solution.

The largest regional carrier in the U.S. offering plans that include nationwide roaming coverage. Acquired by T-Mobile in 2025.

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.

Non-Profits like Calyx offer low-cost truly unlimited T-Mobile data plans for hotspots to their members starting at $41.67/month.

MoFi’s cellular embedded routers that come with a variety of embedded modem options.

This guide is meant to help you utilize mobile internet options like cellular and satellite sources when you are mobile.

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.

A SIM Injector allows you to set up a library of SIM cards that can be assigned to multiple modems inside most Peplink Routers.

Cellular Frequency Basics

BookmarkRouter Cellular Data Plans Finding suitable cellular data plans to meet home and work mobile internet needs while RVing or… Continue Reading

There simply is no single best mobile internet plan, device, or set-up that works everywhere. If you intend to be mobile, you’ll need multiple options onboard to deploy.

Peplink routers have a lot of features. This guide is here to help get you started with your Peplink device’s settings, with mobile internet in mind.

Peplink Routers can be a central conductor of multiple WAN/internet sources to create a reliable redundant internet setup using embedded cellular modems, external cellular devices, Starlink, wired internet or Wi-Fi as WAN.

Peplink offers a lot of key features in their mobile routers that sets them apart from other mobile router options on the market.

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.

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?

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.

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.
Mobile internet options are constantly changing. We offer multiple ways to keep up to date and help make MIRC possible.
Mobile Internet Resource Center (dba Two Steps Beyond LLC) is founded by Chris & Cherie of Technomadia.com.
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