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Candikane
Explorer
Aug 22, 2014

Brand new to fulltiming, Internet help please!

Hey everyone, we're brand new to fulltiming and taking off in about 4-5 months. I've been looking into Internet options for my addict family ;) and could use some help! I school online part-time and also have a 9 year old that will be homeschooling, so secure Internet is very important for us.

I've found so far that Millenicom is our best bet giving 20gb/mo vs the average 10gb that others give. Is this sufficient for 2 schoolers and 3 FB addicts? What kind of "router" would best allow 3-4 computers, 4 tablets, and a TV to connect easily, including when using free CG WiFi? Any info you can give me would be much appreciated! Thanks!
  • Candikane's avatar
    Candikane
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    Would I need a different booster when parked and using cg WiFi, since it's not 3g/4g?
  • Candikane's avatar
    Candikane
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    This is sounding like a foreign language! I had no idea I'd need numerous different devices to get a decent, solid connection! So basically I would need a mifi device, the service for it, then a 3g/4g signal booster? Did I miss anything?
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    wcjeep
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    nomad297 wrote:
    wcjeep wrote:
    I upgraded to the Mobile Pro 4g....


    Can you provide a link for this? I looked around, but keep on getting directed to the asleep models.

    Bruce


    Distance is key to the internal antenna. Its advertised as 5ft radius for boost affect. I think they were concerned about occupant radiation. At 3to 4ft the affect is 8db boost. Place your device on or next to the internal antenna it becomes magic at 35db gain. The unit is advertised at 50db gain. It does all 4g, 3g and 1x.


    Mobile Pro 4g
  • Gulfcoast's avatar
    Gulfcoast
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    I'd budget $50 a month for Verizon mifi internet, conserve a little and be happy you have reliable internet.
  • nomad297's avatar
    nomad297
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    wcjeep wrote:
    I upgraded to the Mobile Pro 4g....


    Can you provide a link for this? I looked around, but keep on getting directed to the asleep models.

    Bruce
  • sdianel_-acct_c's avatar
    sdianel_-acct_c
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    I have used Verizon Mi-Fi Jetpack all over the US with no problems. If I have a cell signal, I have internet. We stayed at 2 places where there was no tower. You can connect up to 10 devices with the one mi-fi jetpack and you share the data. More expensive, but in my opinion worth it.
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    pawatt
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    jorbill2or wrote:
    I recommend" the mobile internet handbook " from a couple full time RV bloggers called technomadia. All you want to know and more .


    Yes, good info here.
  • wcjeep's avatar
    wcjeep
    Explorer
    Aug 23, 2014
    In case you get out in the boonies consider a 4g booster. Prices have been rising in the past 6 months. They are not magic. They can greatly extend the service area of your 4g device. I have the Sleek and the Mobile Pro 4g. The Mobile Pro 4g is more powerful and expensive. The Sleek should be enough. Place your mifi directly on the Sleek. If using the Mobile Pro 4g place the mifi on or next to the internal antenna.

    I upgraded to the Mobile Pro 4g for the wife. Previously only my phone was boosted. Now she can game or use traffic app Waze anywhere.

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