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04-07-2013, 11:33 AM
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2017 26' Flying Cloud
Alamo Heights
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 8,536
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Quote:
Originally Posted by spenfolder
If you can get the coverage, check out Sprint. I believe they still offer a true unlimited plan.
Stan
Salt Lake City
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Having Sprint service for my personal smartphone and AT&T for my "mifi" and Verizon for my work smartphone, I would not recommend Sprint for reliable data service in camping settings. It's generally fine in/near civilization, but out in the woods I've found the other 2 to be more reliable.
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04-07-2013, 11:47 AM
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Rivet Master
2014 31' Classic
2015 23' International
2013 25' FB International
Apache Junction
, Arizona
Join Date: Sep 2012
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For over thirteen years I have driven on the interstates across the USA from Indiana to Phoenix and back. The best coverage has always been with Verizon.
I tried the AT&T service with a 3GS iPhone shortly after they came out. I tried all manner of things working with AT&T to make operational service inside my homes on the far east edge of Phoenix, my home in Santa Fe and my condo in Bloomington, Indiana. After nearly nine months of failure, they relented and cancelled the contract without penalty.
When I drove cross country on the interstates, I would have service with the existing Verizon phone (usually a Blackberry at that time) but none with AT&T.
Maybe the fact that I have had the same cell phone number with Verizon since 1988 has some impact on my relationship with them.
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04-07-2013, 11:51 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2006 16' International CCD
Salt Lake City
, Utah
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 301
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DKB_SATX
Having Sprint service for my personal smartphone and AT&T for my "mifi" and Verizon for my work smartphone, I would not recommend Sprint for reliable data service in camping settings. It's generally fine in/near civilization, but out in the woods I've found the other 2 to be more reliable.
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Thanks DKB. Good to know.
Stan
Salt Lake City
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Salt Lake City
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04-07-2013, 10:26 PM
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Rivet Master
2008 27' Safari FB SE
Pfafftown
, North Carolina
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 918
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RickDavis
We have also found Verizon to work almost everywhere.
Another one to look at is Millenicom which uses the verizon network. Might be a bit cheaper if you use more than 5 GB a month, no contract.
The general consensus on various RV forums is that Verizon offers the best coverage in more remote areas. ( Sprint and ATT won't even work where I live)
Your mileage may vary
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We've been very pleased with both the Millenicom service and our Pepwave router.
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Airstream - 2008 Safari 27FB SE (Sweet Pea)
TV - 2022 Ford F350 King Ranch, 6.7 Diesel, 4X4 (Big Red)
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04-08-2013, 05:13 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2000 36' Land Yacht XC Diesel
Gaffney
, South Carolina
Join Date: Feb 2013
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Evidently just a question of budget and availability. We found the Verizon Jetpack worked at one campground at 4G speed for about $100/mo.
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04-08-2013, 10:44 PM
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Rivet Master
1999 34' Excella
Currently Looking...
Hillsboro
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 6,408
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Not a thread heist... just nocturnal wandering....
Gee, I wonder how much worse could it be for the gubamint to re-regulate these guys?
End heist.
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WBCCI# 30676
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04-09-2013, 05:00 AM
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Figment of My Imagination
2012 Interstate Coach
From All Over
, More Than Anywhere Else
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 10,868
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cwf
Not a thread heist... just nocturnal wandering....
Gee, I wonder how much worse could it be for the gubamint to re-regulate these guys?
End heist.
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About like it was when they deregulated the airlines, I guess.
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04-09-2013, 08:06 AM
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Rivet Master
Airstream - Other
2016 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Bosque Farms
, New Mexico
Join Date: Jan 2004
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I sure hope that some kind of arrangement can be made. It seems to be getting tougher and tougher to provide wifi at campgrounds while staying under the radar of the illegal-download police.
‘6 Strikes’ Enforcement Hits RV Parks | Woodall's Campground Management
Lynn
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04-09-2013, 08:43 AM
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65th Anniversary CLIPPER
1996 36' Clipper Bus
Tub City
, British Columbia
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 3,309
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Sounds a little 'MICKEY MOUSE' to me. Another way to stifle communication.
In Canada, any campground can get a complete free installation by contacting Shaw.
Dave
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04-09-2013, 09:14 AM
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Rivet Master
2014 31' Classic
2015 23' International
2013 25' FB International
Apache Junction
, Arizona
Join Date: Sep 2012
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Another example of Corporate Greed at it's best.
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