{"id":1636,"date":"2019-09-02T15:28:16","date_gmt":"2019-09-02T20:28:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carcampingtips.com\/?p=1636"},"modified":"2021-11-30T06:41:13","modified_gmt":"2021-11-30T12:41:13","slug":"how-to-get-wifi-while-camping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/how-to-get-wifi-while-camping\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get WiFi While Camping:  a Comprehensive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Okay&#8230; let&#8217;s admit it&#8230; sometimes it&#8217;s nice to have WiFi when you&#8217;re camping. If you&#8217;re on a road trip, sometimes you want to plot in your next destination so you can make travel plans. If you&#8217;re a freelancer, perhaps you want to get some work done in the beautiful outdoors!  Or perhaps you are wanting to send out that Marco Polo your girlfriend or boyfriend you recorded while you were cooking your Spaghettios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Depositphotos_52852189_xl-2015-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Depositphotos_52852189_xl-2015-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Depositphotos_52852189_xl-2015-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Depositphotos_52852189_xl-2015.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These are all options for getting WiFi while camping in order of easiest to hardest\/most complex<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Get Wi-Fi From Your Campground: This is the simplest and easiest way to get wifi while camping<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Using Your Smartphone as a Wifi Hotspot<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Using a Portable Wifi Hotspot<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Extending Your Cell Signal<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Satellite Internet<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a lot to know&#8211;make sure to read on to see how this can be done.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting WiFi From Your Campground<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If WiFi is a requirement for your camping plans, then you should consider looking for campgrounds that offer WiFi.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WiFi access will vary <strong>a lot<\/strong>.  Many private, state and federal campgrounds will offer WiFi&#8211;it&#8217;s all about finding the right locations.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since state parks are generally the most accessible, these are good places to look at.  State parks are scattered all across the U.S., and all of them will have varying degrees of amenities, so you might have to do some research to find the state parks that have internet access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examples of Campgrounds with WiFi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your state will vary on the documentation that&#8217;s out there as to what campgrounds have WiFi.  I&#8217;ll put my WiFi research for some major states here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are lucky enough to live in <strong>Texas<\/strong>, (like us) the Texas State Parks Department has compiled a list of campgrounds with WiFi <a rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"here (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/tpwd.texas.gov\/state-parks\/park-information\/facilities\/wireless_internet\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"825\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>California <\/strong>doesn&#8217;t have a list that is maintained for all the state parks, but others have compiled lists.  An example of one privately compiled list is <a href=\"https:\/\/castateparks.wordpress.com\/2016\/08\/30\/wifi\/\" data-lasso-id=\"826\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oregon <\/strong>doesn&#8217;t offer WiFi at their State Parks.  But AllStays has compiled a list of privately owned campgrounds, many of them RV parks that do have WiFI. The list of Oregon parks that have WiFi is below in this <a href=\"#find-more-campgrounds-wifi\">section<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AllStays also maintains a list of WiFi-supported campgrounds for <strong>Colorado that you can see in this <a data-lasso-id=\"827\" href=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=1636&amp;action=edit#find-more-campgrounds-wifi\">section<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"find-more-campgrounds-wifi\">How to Find More Campgrounds with WiFi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In my research, I found that <strong>AllStays <\/strong>is an incredible resource where you can search an entire state and all campgrounds for particular amenities.  The search includes all types of parks, both public and private.  I get a small commission if you use this link and sign up for their comprehensive pro plan.  In this case,<strong> I saw that you could find all the campgrounds with WiFi really easily for each state.<\/strong>  If you want to filter it more you have to get the Pro plan.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/allstays\">AllStays Website<\/a> (affiliate link)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oregon Campgrounds WiFi: <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allstays.com\/Campgrounds\/Oregon-am-wifi.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"828\">here<\/a><br>Colorado Campgrounds WiFi: <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allstays.com\/Campgrounds\/Colorado-am-wifi.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"829\">here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do KOA Campgrounds Have WiFi? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many KOA campgrounds have WiFi, so if your priority is some of the basic amenities including internet, you might consider staying at a KOA.  KOA isn&#8217;t known for providing the best views, particularly for in-town campgrounds, but they are very adequate and convenient for many situations.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting WiFi From Your Smartphone While Camping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest changes in the past 10 years in regards to getting WiFi is the explosion of popularity in smartphones.  <strong>Many smartphones have the capability to provide WiFi using your phone&#8217;s cellular plan.  <\/strong>This technology is often called <strong>tethering.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to <strong>tether<\/strong> your laptop or another type of device to your smartphone, there are a few things to iron out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Make sure your cell phone provider will allow tethering<\/li><li>Make sure you have a cell phone plan that allows for tethering<\/li><li>Make sure you have a way to keep your phone powered since tethering drains the battery really quickly<\/li><li>Make sure you have enough data<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cell Phone Providers and Tethering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the early days of smartphones, iPhones and Android smartphones have supported <strong>tethering.<\/strong>  Many cell phone companies didn&#8217;t like the idea of people using their smartphones for massive amounts of data (at least without getting paid for it), therefore, <strong>many cell phone providers allow using your phone as a hotspot for an additional monthly fee.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Cell Phone Provider<\/td><td>Hotspot Capability Cost<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AT&amp;T<\/td><td>$15 to $20 a month depending on the plan.  AT&amp;T&#8217;s unlimited data plans allow for hotspots without additional charge.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Verizon<\/td><td>$20 a month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sprint<\/td><td>$29.99 a month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>T-Mobile<\/td><td>Free, with 3GB with the base Magenta plan.  Magenta Plus includes 20GB of hotspot data, and you can pay $10 additional for additional gigabytes of data<\/td><\/tr><tr><td> Google Fi <\/td><td>Free, pay as you go data<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, depending on who your cell phone provider is, you may have to spend some money to get WiFi tethering capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">USB Smartphone Tethering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to spend additional money but want to use your phone&#8217;s internet while you&#8217;re camping, you may still be in luck.  Many smartphones allow you to share the internet through a USB cable.  Many cell phone providers don&#8217;t charge extra for this capability.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rooting\/Jailbreaking your Device for Hotspot Capabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an unsupported and undesirable solution for many reasons.  Many big brand apps won&#8217;t even run if they can detect that your phone has been jailbroken or rooted.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a techy person and don&#8217;t use apps like that, then you can access your smartphone&#8217;s hotspot feature without having to pay extra, although this certainly violates many cell phone providers&#8217; terms of use policies.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t know what I&#8217;m talking about, don&#8217;t worry about it, there are other ways to get internet without paying extra.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smartphone Plans with Free Hotspot Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cell phone providers actually don&#8217;t charge you extra for using the hotspot feature.  Notably, T-Mobile, and Google Fi.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I can&#8217;t speak personally for T-Mobile, <strong>but we actually use Google Fi<\/strong>, and if you aren&#8217;t a high data user, it is an incredibly good option that can be significantly cheaper than other cell phone plans.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing a smartphone data plan with free hotspot capabilities might be a boon to you if you are in need of WiFi while you&#8217;re out and about.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Data Usage While Tethering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing to remember, if you are pulling up to your campsite and want to browse the web and maybe even watch a movie on your laptop, remember that laptops <strong>use significantly more data than a smartphone.<\/strong>  Mobile device traffic is optimized to use less data, therefore, if you are <strong>tethering<\/strong> your smartphone, be prepared to use more data than you are accustomed to.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Coverage in Rural Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides price, <strong>coverage <\/strong>is another important thing to consider.  Even if your cellphone plan has the lowest price, it may not cover the areas you are looking for. If you are doing a lot of camping, spend some time looking up coverage maps for the areas you plan to camp. Depending on where you live, different cell phone providers may be more ideal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, while Verizon has the highest coverage percentage in the United States, here in South Texas, AT&amp;T is king.  That being said, me and my friends were camping at a nearby state park, and only my Verizon phone had enough coverage to tether for my friend who needed to log into work for an urgent matter.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting WiFi From Portable Hotspots While Camping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes it&#8217;s not easy to justify getting a new cell phone plan just so you can tether.  If you are planning on tethering a lot, such as if you are in an RV and are driving across America, or if you are on a long car-camping road trip, then you might consider a personal WiFi hotspot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many cell phone providers (and others) sell personal WiFi Hotspots, all with varying data plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can use a WiFi Hotspot as your WiFi for your RV, which can always be available if you need it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, these are called MiFi devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Wifi HotSpots for Camping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You are looking for the perfect blend of coverage support, battery life, devices supported, price, and antenna range.  <strong>Best<\/strong> in your case may be a little bit different than others, but let&#8217;s dive into a few plans so you can see the options.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be tempted to just get the cheapest hotspot available from your cell phone service provider, but it IS worth investigating as there are many plan options and many that provide better features than your default cell phone provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Netgear-Explore-Rugged-Hotspot-Unlocked\/dp\/B06XR6NRYX\" data-lasso-id=\"830\">Netgear Unite<\/a> (see Price on Amazon)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is just a mobile hotspot device that doesn&#8217;t come with a SIM.  You need to use a GSM SIM (so AT&amp;T and T-Mobile).  It is unlocked so it can be used with any GSM provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Mighty Wifi Global Hotspot (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/MightyWifi-Hotspot-International-Worldwide-Shareable\/dp\/B07NDGFV71\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"831\">Mighty Wifi Global Hotspot<\/a> (see price on Amazon)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mighty Wifi doesn&#8217;t require an external phone plan, instead, it has its own data plans.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This modem uses &#8220;virtual-sim&#8221; or &#8220;cloud-sim&#8221; technology which basically means they will switch between multiple cell providers.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The advantage to a device like this is that you don&#8217;t have to pay for a contract (especially if you are only going to be long-term camping for a few weeks or a month), instead, you can pay a la carte, and buy as much internet for as long as you need it.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you can purchase 5GB of high-speed internet, or you can purchase a 7-day pass that will allow for 1GB of internet use per day.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GlocalMe-Hotspot-Worldwide-Initial-International\/dp\/B072KKF37M\" data-lasso-id=\"832\"><strong>GlocalMe G3 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>(see price on Amazon) is another one of these hotspots where you purchase plans directly through them, or, if you wish, you can use it was a traditional unlocked WiFi hotspot with your own provide your own SIM card if you wish.  Like the Mighty Wifi, it uses a cloud-sim by default.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can purchase the MiFi devices directly from a cell provider.  They don&#8217;t seem to be rated nearly as well, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Verizon<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizonwireless.com\/internet-devices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"833\">Hotspot Devices<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AT&amp;T: <\/strong><a rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/buy\/connected-devices-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"834\">Hotspot Devices<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary on Mobile Hotspots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re in an RV, or if you are on a car-camping road trip, a mobile hotspot (MiFi) device could be really useful.  Remember, though, that your mileage with your mobile hotspot could vary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your mobile hotspot could get signal<\/strong> while your smartphone is not able to get anything, but this is true vice versa &#8212; <strong>your cell phone may see signal while your MiFi does not<\/strong>&#8211;it all depends on what cell towers are nearby and what your MiFI can connect to.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Boost Cell Signal for Remote Locations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you are able to find a location and campground that offers WiFi, or maybe even has some cell service, if you don&#8217;t have enough &#8220;bars&#8221;, you won&#8217;t be able to browse the web! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, it is actually possible to boost your signal.  Let&#8217;s talk about a couple of ways to do that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Cell Signal Blockers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are trying to connect to WiFi within a metal box, your chance of getting a signal is much lower.  Trees, metal, shrubbery, and hills are all effective blockers of WiFi signals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Try to maintain Line of Sight (<strong>LOS) <\/strong>with the WiFi or cellular signal source<\/li><li>Height can help a lot.  If you don&#8217;t have a signal where you are, try climbing the nearest hill<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cell Phone Antenna Booster<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a device that you use to transport yourself that also give a little height to your device you want WiFi on.  <strong>Your vehicle.<\/strong>  There are actually antennas that you can connect to the outside of your vehicle to give you a better chance at getting some signal.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, that your cell phone, as high tech and as expensive as it may be, due to the laws of physics, the smaller the unit, the lower the signal.  Cellphones are relatively small and they have in-built antennas.  The secret to a better signal is a bigger antenna.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An example of a cell phone booster is <a rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"this one (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07R642P61\/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&amp;pd_rd_i=B07R642P61\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"835\">this one<\/a> from PhoneTone. (see price on Amazon).  It&#8217;s essentially an antenna that will enhance nearby signals.  Many people state in the reviews that this antenna needs a longer cable to work ideally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07PDVTMM6\/\" data-lasso-id=\"836\">WeBoost<\/a> on Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winegard also makes a WiFi extender.  This can be used to extend WiFi networks (not the cell tower).  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Winegard-ConnecT-WF2-435-Wi-Fi-Extender\/dp\/B079WWGB32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"This is also available (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"837\">This is also available<\/a> on Amazon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Making Your Own Antenna<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can stand the music, this video shows you how to make your own cell phone antenna booster.   This is not exactly <strong>boosting<\/strong> the signal, because it is not amplifying the signal, but it is rather just allowing you to take the better signal in one location and redirecting some of that signal to another location.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, if you have great signal on top of your RV, or on a tree branch nearby, but terrible signal down low, then you put one end of this antenna where the good signal is to transmit it to the other end.  <\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube\"><div class=\"lyte-wrapper fourthree\" title=\"Homemade portable 4g LTE signal booster\" style=\"width:420px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_WPQBMlwzUic\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FWPQBMlwzUic%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WPQBMlwzUic\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT4M36S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2018-01-08T19:31:19Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_WPQBMlwzUic\" data-src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FWPQBMlwzUic%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Homemade portable 4g LTE signal booster<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/WPQBMlwzUic\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FWPQBMlwzUic%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade portable 4g LTE signal booster\" width=\"420\" height=\"295\" \/><\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"basic purpose of this diy antenna is to boost signals by picking up from strong signal area to weak signal area. if you have any confusions visit the link below. Caution: It may or may not work for you depending upon various conditions. Do it at your own risk. _________________________________________________________________ stay tunned LIKE SUBSCRIBE SHARE COMMENT How to make the best tripod for free: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WusGa17hc0I How to get FX 570\/ 991 EX Calculator for FREE: https:\/\/youtu.be\/HnAdRD7ZEuE Cheapest Laptop Cooling Pad and stand: https:\/\/youtu.be\/BTUnbjUjoh8 _________________________________________________________________ This video is inspired from following blog on instructables.com http:\/\/www.instructables.com\/id\/DIY-2G3G4G-Wireless-Cell-Phone-Signal-Booster\/ _________________________________________________________________ Royalty free music from sound cloud is used in this video.\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:420px;margin:5px auto;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/WPQBMlwzUic\" target=\"_blank\">Watch this video on YouTube<\/a>.<\/div><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get Internet in the Most Remote Locations Using Satellite Internet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cell signal is still cell signal.  If there isn&#8217;t a cell tower for several miles, and if there is no cabled internet to be found, are you out of luck?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is one more option for you:  <strong>Satellite internet.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Satellite internet is the most costly out of any of the other options talked about in this article, but it allows the greatest freedom since satellites are visible from most of the planet&#8217;s land surface.  It works very similarly to how your satellite tv works.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are hoping to game while in the middle of nowhere though with satellite internet remember that latencies for satellite internet hang around 500ms.  In other words, <strong>you really can&#8217;t game online with satellite internet<\/strong>, unless you want to start a lag-fest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>***Update***<\/strong>: <strong> The satellite internet field is about to get a HUGE update that will be a GAME changer for remote internet options. Gaming with low latencies with satellite internet could actually be possible.  <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">More importantly, it&#8217;s a whole lot more affordable.<\/span>  Read about <a href=\"#starlink\">Starlink<\/a> below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"starlink\">Starlink<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Starlink is a new satellite internet network pioneered by Tesla.  As of April 2021, Elon announced that Starlink will soon be available for larger vehicles (like RVs). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/2021\/4\/16\/22388378\/elon-musk-starlink-satellite-internet-service-moving-vehicles-trucks-2021\" data-lasso-id=\"838\">Read more about it here.<\/a>  <strong>As of right now, this is only a prototype and not possible for a van or an RV<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike traditional satellite internet options, latencies are sub 100ms, and the prices for Starlink are more competitive than any other satellite internet option.  Currently, it&#8217;s a one-time $500 fee for the equipment and setup and $100 a month for the service, which compared to other satellite companies is extremely cheap especially when you consider the speeds.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Starlink and a good view of the sky, you can get <strong>broadband speeds<\/strong>, meaning you can comfortably stream movies without feeling like you are sacrificing something.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See the experience of one of the early adopters, here. <\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube\"><div class=\"lyte-wrapper fourthree\" title=\"Starlink Review AFTER 6 WEEKS OF USE. Is Starlink worth waiting for?\" style=\"width:420px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_E99zxYEdHQI\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FE99zxYEdHQI%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/E99zxYEdHQI\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT11M58S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2021-09-28T00:00:12Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_E99zxYEdHQI\" data-src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FE99zxYEdHQI%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Starlink Review AFTER 6 WEEKS OF USE. Is Starlink worth waiting for?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E99zxYEdHQI\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FE99zxYEdHQI%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"Starlink Review AFTER 6 WEEKS OF USE. Is Starlink worth waiting for?\" width=\"420\" height=\"295\" \/><\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"In this video I perform new and updated speediest of SpaceX&#039;s Starlink Satellite Internet system. Welcome back for another Starlink review.I have been using Starkink for over a month now and compare the original internet speed from Day 1 to now, 6 weeks later, starlink after a month. Full Review &amp; More Information: https:\/\/www.irishhousebuild.com\/full-starlink-review-ireland\/ SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX providing satellite Internet access to most of the Earth. The constellation consists of over 1600 satellites in mid-2021, and will eventually consist of many thousands of mass-produced small satellites in low Earth orbit, which communicate with designated ground transceivers. Let&#039;s look at Starlink download and upload speed. My Original Day 1 Starlink Review: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J0qP2W1a5nM Costs involved in getting Starlink Setup: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VtN_azkiKa4 Why you do NOT have your SpaceX Starlink yet: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tNTic_F1aLM \ud83d\udd14 Don&#039;t forget to subscribe for more awesome videos: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCCN4iZjB44w5JtlVexJaEFw?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters: 0:00 - 0:29 - How long have I had Starlink? 0:29 - 1:02 - How has Starlink performed? 1:02 - 1:26 - Starlink Pipe Adapter 1:26 - 2:11 - Weather Conditions 2:11 - 2:39 - Test 1 2:39 - 03:24 - Test 2 03:24 - 04:14 - Starlink App Speed Test 04:14 - 05:28 - Testing further away from Starlink Router 05:28 - 06:24 - Testing Starlink while connected to ethernet 06:24 - 07:05 - Testing Starlink in good weather with clear skies 07:05 - 07:29 - Using the Starlink App speed test on a sunny, clear day 07:29 - 08:16 - Starlink App speed test far away from router on a clear day 08:16 - 08:57 - Conclusion 08:57 - 09:32 - How I feel about Starlink 09:32 - 10:37 - Keep positive about Starlink waiting lists 10:37 - 11:14 - Other Starlink Videos 11:14 - 11:58 - Next on the channel The Starlink Pipe Adapter (Grey) is designed to attach to any pole with a max diameter of 2.5&quot; (64 mm). Slide adapter over the top of the existing pole, fasten provided screws, and drop Starlink in. Tools Needed: 7\/16&quot; (11.1 mm) Socket Wrench, Package Dimensions: 8&quot; x 5.5&quot; x 3&quot; \/ 207 mm x 140 mm x 80 mm, Package Weight: 3.1 lbs \/ 1.39 kg. While we all wait for Starlink service to reach our neighborhood, let\u2019s dig into what we know about Starlink satellite internet so far. I&#039;m located in Co. Clare, in the West of Ireland. I currently struggle with terrible internet speeds. My greatest concern is this problem persisting when my young children are at school age and beyond. We can&#039;t live with poor connection for the next 20+ years. #starlink #starlinkreview #spacex Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX providing satellite Internet access to most of the Earth. While the technical possibility of satellite internet service covers most of the global population, actual service can be delivered only in countries that have licensed SpaceX to provide service within any specific national jurisdiction. As of August 2021, the beta service offering is available in 14 countries. Starlink is NOT a publicly available Internet service provider. Absolutely no one has paid a deposit and \u201csigned up for service\u201d. Every one of the 100k people who currently have a dish are part of a beta program. The 600k+ preorders are people who have expressed interest in being a part of this beta. Starlink puts equipment where \u201cthey\u201d need it to facilitate testing, not where potential testers feel it should be. Starlink&#039;s lack of communication regarding your dish status has nothing at all to do with \u201cpoor\u201d customer service. At no time during the sign up process did Starlink commit to keeping potential testers updated as to when they might get their equipment. It is highly possible that Starlink is reserving some cells for when the newer equipment is ready. Only those who work with the Starlink team know what the end game plan is. The good news is, for those who feel they can no longer wait, the deposit is refundable. Check for Obstructions when installing your Starlink. Follow these additional guidelines for choosing your best install location: Do not install on balconies or windowsills Do not install in any covered outdoor area Look for obstructions beyond your immediate property Is Starlink worth waiting for? Elon Musk has declared recently that Starlink should be out of beta in October 2021. This video is being published in September 2021. I hope you enjoy my reviews of Starlink internet both day one and also after 6 weeks of use. If you enjoyed this video, help others enjoy it by adding captions in your native language: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/timedtext_video?v=E99zxYEdHQI\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:420px;margin:5px auto;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/E99zxYEdHQI\" target=\"_blank\">Watch this video on YouTube<\/a>.<\/div><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Since this technology is changing so fast, by the time you read this article, they may have expanded to mobile RV use, already.  This is something worth staying tuned in for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Old Info<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I wrote the rest of the satellite section before Starlink was getting popular, and unfortunately not much has changed.  Starlink isn&#8217;t available for mobile use quite yet but we are very close.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Does Mobile Satellite Internet Cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I won&#8217;t spare the pain&#8230; mobile satellite internet is very pricy.  The equipment can cost thousands of dollars (such as is advertised on RVDataSat).  The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rvdatasat.com\/rv-satellite-internet.html\" data-lasso-id=\"839\">cheaper satellite dish system<\/a> costs $7000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you look closely, you can find internet service plans for satellite for under $100 a month for decent speeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mobileinternetsatellite.com\/mis_shoppinglist.php\" data-lasso-id=\"840\">MobileInternetService.co<\/a>m you can compare multiple dish setups that are compatible with HughesNet, which seems to be a really good value. You can get a dish with a tripod setup (undoubtedly the most flexible option for mounting a satellite dish on the go) for under $1000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do your research!  <\/strong>The price in plans and in equipment varies <strong>CRAZILY.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examples of Satellite Internet Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The two top satellite providers in the U.S. are <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internet.hughesnet.com\/order-online\/\" data-lasso-id=\"841\"><strong>HughesNet<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exede.com\/plan-results\/plat100\/\" data-lasso-id=\"842\"><strong>ViaSat<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prices of their plans range from around $50 to $150 depending on the speed desired.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Work Offline Without WiFi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In our connected world, it may seem completely impossible to survive without the internet.  Many desktops and laptops, however, are still designed with the ability to work without the internet.  Smartphones have a harder time without an internet connection, but if you&#8217;re trying to get some work done, you probably are using your laptop anyway.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Work Without WiFi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re writing, you are probably using Microsoft Word or Google Docs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Microsoft Word<\/strong> has an offline version and an online version.  You can write to your heart&#8217;s content without seeing the internet for weeks if you have the offline version.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Google Docs\/Sheets<\/strong> actually has a feature that is not commonly known about called <strong>Available Offline<\/strong>.  This feature is only available if you use Google Chrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To enable the feature, Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\" data-lasso-id=\"843\">drive.google.com<\/a>, and click the settings button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"893\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Settings.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1641\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Settings.jpg 893w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Settings-768x396.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 893px) 100vw, 893px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then make sure the Global offline file setting is enabled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Global-Setting.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Global-Setting.jpg 933w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Global-Setting-768x454.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, you can enable or disable this feature per file by right-clicking on a document in your Google Drive, and click available offline<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Available-Offline-1024x460.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Available-Offline-1024x460.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Available-Offline-768x345.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Available-Offline.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You will then be able to edit your document even if you&#8217;re camping miles from WiFi.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To navigate to your documents without using the internet, go to  <a href=\"http:\/\/drive.google.com\/#offline\" data-lasso-id=\"844\">drive.google.com\/#offline<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Navigate Without WiFi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main reasons why someone would want the internet while camping is navigating.  Fortunately, many apps allow for offline caching of maps so you don&#8217;t need the internet to navigate.  Google Maps also has this feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look at the following if you want to see how to do this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Click on the Menu button within Google Maps, and then click on Offline Maps<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image_drawer.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image_drawer.png 470w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image_drawer-401x768.png 401w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Click on &#8220;Select Your Own Map&#8221; to find an area to make a map from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"460\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image_second_to_last.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image_second_to_last.png 460w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image_second_to_last-393x768.png 393w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Drag and expand the box to the area that you want to capture.  You may need to download several separate maps depending on how large an area you are traveling in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"466\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/imagelast.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/imagelast.png 466w, https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/imagelast-398x768.png 398w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Click Download, and you&#8217;re done after the files are downloaded!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Listen to Music without Internet While Camping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a hundred ways to do this, but here are just a few ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Throwback!  Use a CD playing boombox!  It&#8217;s getting harder to find these, but you can probably find them at a thrift store easily enough.  <\/li><li>Use Spotify&#8217;s offline songs feature. To do this, make your playlist of all the tunes you want while you&#8217;re on the go, long press on your playlist and then press Download.  (make sure you&#8217;re connected to WiFi since this will use a LOT of data)<\/li><li>Buy the songs outright.  iTunes is one of the more popular ways to buy songs.  You can then download them to your iPhone so they will be available at any time without internet.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Watch Movies Without Internet While Camping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several services allow you to store the movies locally on your iPad, Android Tablet, or smartphone.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Amazon Prime:<\/strong>  Several movies and TV shows are eligible for caching using Amazon&#8217;s Video app. <\/li><li><strong>Google Play Movies &amp; TV App:  <\/strong>Using your device you will be watching your movie on, open the Google Play Movies &amp; TV App, go to your Library, and then click the Download Icon.  Your Movie will now be available even without internet. Check out Google Play&#8217;s official answer on this for more details <a rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"here (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/googleplay\/answer\/2851696?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"845\">here<\/a>.<\/li><li>Remember those portable DVD players?  These are not so commonly seen, but it&#8217;s a great way if you still have some DVDs kicking around.<\/li><li>Netflix has <strong>some<\/strong> support for offline TV shows and movies.  Only some movies and shows can be downloaded for later.  <a href=\"https:\/\/help.netflix.com\/en\/node\/54816\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Check out their website  (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"846\">Check out their website <\/a>on this topic for more details.<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Okay&#8230; let&#8217;s admit it&#8230; sometimes it&#8217;s nice to have WiFi when you&#8217;re camping. 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