Why I can't recommend MOFI anymore

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  • čas přidán 17. 01. 2021
  • After recommending the MOFI to over a quarter-million people around the world, I can't do it anymore.
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Komentáře • 542

  • @rick_aroundtheway_elite8895

    I never subscribe to anyone channel on the first video but after watching this I’m convinced!.. Going to buy one now!!

  • @brianshatzer7738
    @brianshatzer7738 Před 3 lety +3

    Planned to order a MoFi 4500 today but saw this video the other day so changed my mind. I look forward to hearing back from you about getting on the waiting list!

  • @rl8750
    @rl8750 Před 3 lety +17

    my MOFI after about 1.5 years is working great with ATT, Your price for your router even if yours is better, the price is too high for me

  • @felixc.9
    @felixc.9 Před 3 lety +4

    OMG thank you so much. My family needs this with 4 kids doing online school and my father doing work bro we need this.

    • @clairehamilton2782
      @clairehamilton2782 Před 3 lety

      Just wait until next month he will come out with another better one.....😁

  • @dand9244
    @dand9244 Před 3 lety +2

    saw your insty product on mobileinternetresource (so happy to see your industrious and entrepreneurial spirit we need more of this) and thought to mention/request a version with two usb ports - one for cellphone tethering over usb, this is underrated as some plans allow it without restriction so a good backup option if data caps are an issue

  • @jimsteele7108
    @jimsteele7108 Před 3 lety +13

    Nick is soon to be a go-zillionaire!

  • @kbrown5218
    @kbrown5218 Před 3 lety +2

    Sounds great especially for those travelers. I have a Mofi, used for years, TMobile sim & only works because of a nearby tower. Other then that no problems at all. I will follow your progress for the future. Great job!

    • @jrworsham8270
      @jrworsham8270 Před 3 lety +1

      I would stay with the MoFi..... I mean $999

  • @ournewseason
    @ournewseason Před 3 lety +1

    Very happy that I ran across this system on Mobile Internet channel. We are newbies to RV world. In fact, we won't receive our's until June / July. I want simplicity but a high-quality system as I have enough to learn as a newbie! Even though I have been in high-tech networking as my career, I know very little about cellular and don't want to know. My idea is to set it up and forget about it as I want to retire not to take on another project! Your system seems like it is made for me! I will follow your channel and make a decision in August or so! We won't need it until Q4 or 2022 Q1. Keep up with the development!

  • @earlt911
    @earlt911 Před 3 lety +1

    Nick this was an awesome video - you rock! I looked on your website and noticed that you had all the cell bands listed except for 71? Keep up the great work!

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety +1

      Earl, yes, band 71 isn’t available in the 4g model as there aren’t many LTE modems that can do 71. Only some cat 4 modems and then cat 18, which are getting pricey. Our 5G model will have 71 included along with all the bands the 4g model has

  • @Mnfish22
    @Mnfish22 Před 3 lety

    Another great video Nick! I made the Mofi and and antenna set from your prior video 2 years ago and you are correct in that even though it could bring in a good signal when the 2.4 was clear in congested areas like large cities or rv parks the signal was poor. So I’m excited to see how this works!
    Is the software upgradable? More than the mifi? And if so will is be an automatic update? Mofi never did that

  • @jburda1986
    @jburda1986 Před 2 lety +1

    See I'm very interested in a product like this but I have a question. I drive a semi truck for a living and I don't have really a lot of space that I can put that in 10 or anywhere. Do I have to use the antenna or will the antennas on the back of the router itself be sufficient to get me a decent signal.

  • @edwardalex3563
    @edwardalex3563 Před 2 lety

    Hey just checked out the video few questions does it have all AT&T LTE bands and Verizon Bands are you able to change the IMIE number so the router matches my AT&T router that my plan is locked too ? I have a Verizon plan that requires the hotspot to be in motion or else it stops the service and I have to restart the device are you able to make the device think it’s in motion for the Verizon plan

  • @a814480
    @a814480 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Nick, Pre-Ordered the 4G version. Didn't see anything about the mount. Would you be willing to send the STL file for 3D printers? I have an Ender 3 V2 Printer.

  • @danstrong3383
    @danstrong3383 Před 2 lety +1

    Just got my Mofi5500 with the em7690 cat 20 modem and working super fast.
    Just curious why you are not comparing the Insty Connect with this model?
    The 5500 with the em7690 is $499.99 and yours is actually more at $549.99 and using a cat12 China modem with no band 71?
    Went from 12 to 80 mbps when using the mofi
    I did have an question about the speed band lock and called mofi this morning on Sunday and got a live person that helped with this
    Was looking into the Insty Connect as an option before but I did not see any phone number on your site?
    Do you offer free live person support as I see a $79 add on for support and warranty per year on your site and a bit confused what is that for?
    Mofi offers free unlimited phone support 7 days a week which is great, do you offer that?
    Would be great if you or someone can post a video of the mofi5500 with the em7690 side by side to see the speed difference as yours has a cat12 and the mofi has a faster cat20 and 4 cellular antennas which can make it very fast.

    • @biglonniegruhn
      @biglonniegruhn Před 2 lety

      It’s clear you work for MoFi. I’ve used the 4500 for years successfully. Just pointing out the obvious here Dan.

  • @mishkhah9546
    @mishkhah9546 Před 3 lety +1

    Can you use the Do you think that you can use your system with 4G bonding? We are looking for a Bonding to use with Live Streaming

  • @JohnLaGuardia
    @JohnLaGuardia Před 3 lety

    Any idea how the antenna and modem would hold up in the winter time? We have a ski van and typically drive in harsh weather also spending the night in mountain locations with sub zero temps during the ski season in Colorado.

  • @anthonygalata4818
    @anthonygalata4818 Před 3 lety +1

    What are the temperature parameters of the modem? Here in TX, I can see that modem overheating on our roof.

  • @Mnfish22
    @Mnfish22 Před 3 lety +5

    This looks great! I got the mofi on your recommendation from one of your prior videos and agree with you that in congested areas even though I had the dual 45 degree antenna set up it was still very slow. I’m excited to know there is a better mousetrap!! 😃
    Do you know if you can put SIM cards from all the major hotspots in it and it won’t have an issue with the carriers knowing it’s not in their hot spot and shut it down? Also is the software upgradable?
    Thanks Nick for all you do for the mobile community !! 👍🏼

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety +5

      Yes, it will be able to work with many of the carriers, and all you'll need is to insert the sim and choose the provider. Thanks Ken!

  • @frankenstein3163
    @frankenstein3163 Před 3 lety

    TY for video.. I want to border hop back in forth in Canada. Have you look'd at the new 5g devices by mofi ? Dos the software in your router throttle down wen paired with at&t and so on?

  • @bennguyen24
    @bennguyen24 Před 3 lety +2

    I just recieved the 4G version today and so far its working as good as nick said 8t would i live in a rural area in new mexico and i havent even put the antenna outside on the roof yet and its working great. Im really happy. Im also using it with visible wireless which is a plus. Ill leave another message after a month to let everyone know how it holds up.

    • @MiguelCPR
      @MiguelCPR Před 3 lety

      Hi :) , what mobile carrier are you using, and what plan?

  • @DeUndefined1
    @DeUndefined1 Před 3 lety

    What if I want to use my Mifi 8000 from sprint as a Modem and use band lock. Also adding my Note 10 5G device from visible as hotspot. Combining the speeds for my home project. Could it be possible?

  • @ClayGinn
    @ClayGinn Před 3 lety +1

    Hi this looks like what I have been looking for. a few questions though. Is the antenna/Modem weather proof? Can it be mounted outside say an RV on the ladder and left there while traveling? Great video and keep them coming.

  • @herbertnewman4595
    @herbertnewman4595 Před 3 lety

    What is the range for your system compared to your Yagi's? Can external parabolics be added to increase range and signal?

  • @billjames6861
    @billjames6861 Před 3 lety +1

    How does the WiFi perform on this ZBT WG259 router? I ordered one a week ago from Alibaba to test. Ironically, ZBT also manufacturers the MoFi.
    EDITED: I was under the impression it used the Qualcomm chipset. Unfortunately, I see it has the MediaTek MT7621A chipset with the MT7612E for 5G WiFi and the MT7603EN for 2.4 WiFi. This is the same chipset as the ZBT WG1608 which I purchased from LteFix. Upgraded the firmware to ROOter and never could get the WiFi to work properly. Hope you have better luck.

  • @zeroibis
    @zeroibis Před 3 lety +3

    Also, the use of 4g/5g systems as emergency backup connections is critical for business uses as well. The features and capability of your product has useful application in a business setting. The ability to switch towers is also great as in a situation where there is a line outage in the area of your business and you are competing for tower space you can grab the tower with lower congestion.
    I would highly suggest making a similar product for use in business offices. It would be ideal if there was a product that works as follows:
    1) A version basically like what you have now that uses the strong antenna to get a decent cell signal inside the office building but instead of acting as a full router it has its software stack but is just a modem to present the internet connection to the business router the company already has. This is basically what you got now except running in a server room but with way way better reception than products like the NETGEAR 4G LTE Broadband Modem.
    2) A POE version that allows it to be placed anywhere! With this you could easy have an antenna run to the roof from the 1-2nd floor even on a 15+ story building. Or you could run it to be located near a window etc away from the server room.
    I wish you luck!

    • @imark7777777
      @imark7777777 Před 3 lety

      I'm with you on that. I think he could probably incorporate that into the current device software. I am personally liking the netgear boxes as well however they lack an update with more bands. Wish I could use it with Sprint/Verizon. The app + web Interface is a little lacking but it gets the job done.
      All he really needs to do is implement some sort of IP pass-through and statically accessible management page kind of like cable modems.
      Yeah there really needs to be an affordable modem sort of only box.
      Comcast Business gave me this fancy black box from cradle point that doesn't exist elsewhere that takes an AT&T and Verizon Sim card picks the best one on boot, including an external antenna and is completely non-users configurable. It literally has two modes plug in and get Internet or plug Internet into the wan port and it will fail over but then you have no control of the IP space behind it.

  • @patrickkelly3143
    @patrickkelly3143 Před 3 lety

    I am beyond excited to find out more about your device. I have the mofi4500 and am not super enthused. My wife just found out that her job is going permanently remote, and we will be building a house on our farm land which has been our dream for years. She has to have a super reliable Internet connection with high-speed for this to work.

  • @newvisioncoaching5424
    @newvisioncoaching5424 Před 3 lety +1

    I just tried to pre-order and it won't let me view the Terms of Service to click the box. Will try on another device to see if that works :)

  • @choyweide903
    @choyweide903 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm from Singapore, totally don't need it. But still very excited about this project/product!!!

  • @TravelingonAdventures
    @TravelingonAdventures Před 3 lety +3

    I am definitely interested in more information. Did the same ting with my GoPro. Was eating lunch and left it sitting on the concrete barrier. Relaized it down the road and headed back. It was gone. It was our first time using the GoPro Black 7.

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      Isn't that just a bummer? I thought of making a leash for it :)

    • @imark7777777
      @imark7777777 Před 3 lety

      Yeah ouch. Should probably engrave your identification into a new one and document your serial number. although probably never see it there are occasionally still a few nice people out there. And I suspect a good few who if they knew who to contact.

  • @salparrado2710
    @salparrado2710 Před 3 lety

    hi I live in Florida but i have a place in Kentucky where the reception is bad with no cell phone signal in front of my house , I have to walk three blocks for signal , will this device of your work ?

  • @MikeEReedich
    @MikeEReedich Před 2 lety

    I'd like to get your product, but I need a 25 to 30 foot cable. Can I get a cable that long & will it work?

  • @Scoutdogs
    @Scoutdogs Před 3 lety

    Would this be good for bookdocking out west? I know there are areas that don't HAVE a signal, but assuming a weak signal... I only need to get online with my laptop to surf social media and upload photos/videos and use email.

  • @normaplattsmier7568
    @normaplattsmier7568 Před 3 lety

    Can you use prepaid sim cards with this? Like GoogleFi or or the TMobile g sim?

  • @terrymjinks
    @terrymjinks Před 3 lety +2

    I have pre-ordered a unit & look forward to receiving it soon.

  • @johnnybravo5625
    @johnnybravo5625 Před 3 lety

    Im using a handset with the hotspot turned on as internet access in my country home. Im using visible, can i just swap sims and its good to go?

  • @russellmiller8997
    @russellmiller8997 Před 3 lety +2

    Just got my system from Insty last night. I can’t believe how much fast it is then my mofi. I even have the antenna in my window. Great speeds with one SIM card . The workmen ship is very nice .

    • @russellmiller8997
      @russellmiller8997 Před 3 lety

      I’d say this system will hands down be better then mofi. I’ve just put his antenna in my window . It work right away had 50 download and 9-10 upload. My mofi only gets 20-30 download and 10 upload. And on that unit I have two directional antennas

  • @sandramaynard4702
    @sandramaynard4702 Před 3 lety

    Do you have more specs available yet? antenna strength, bands, etc.

  • @FreeAmericanSpirit
    @FreeAmericanSpirit Před 3 lety

    I have T mobile modem (tmobile home internet). It works on 2.4 and 5 mgh. Does yours do the same? Can I use my card from my tmobile home system in yours? Also t mobile home cannot move around. So if I was traveling who provides service unlimited cheap for your system? Thanks

  • @stewbuntu
    @stewbuntu Před 2 lety +1

    Does it have mimo? Can you hook up LMR500 cables and the poynting XPOL-2-5G-US directional antennae? Can it hook up to my wifi mesh network that I already have around my 30 acre property? I just need to boost my tower signal from 17 miles away. With a cell phone I get -94db on band 13 and -98 on band 66 and I hot spot that to my tplink nano routers powered by solar/usb battery packs. I like the band locking? I'm comparing this to a BR1. Let me know

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 2 lety

      Yes to all. Shoot us a message at instyconnect.com and we can definitely help. Thanks!

  • @scottdunlap599
    @scottdunlap599 Před 3 lety +1

    Nick:
    Great video. The software is NICE. I like dual sim capabilities and easy switch. So excited to get my preorder soon. We’ve planned a few trips in the next few weeks in NC that have had very spotty coverage and looking forward to testing. I’m probably going to start with an AT&T prepaid (I think 20 GB/month at $300/year). Also have Google Fi phone and may explore adding that also. I have another phone with Verizon 5G and should be able to do some comparisons on coverage. I’m stoked about the initial 4G modem and interested in 5G when that comes available. Keep up the great work.

  • @pdessart
    @pdessart Před 3 lety +1

    I'm exploring options for use at home. My concerns: 1. USB modem connection. This limits cable length to 16ft, which is pushing the distance from my roof to my basement (and would force me to wall-mount the router instead of placing it in my equipment rack). Will this work with a USB extender? Have you tested this? 2. This would be providing broadband to an existing Unifi network with its own router and multiple wifi access points. Therefore, both the router and wifi functionality are unnecessary (I'd be disabling both) as long as I have a single gig-e port. So, is there any option contemplated for a modem plus ethernet bridge only? Or, is this just a poor fit for my use-case?

    • @imark7777777
      @imark7777777 Před 3 lety

      Yeah I know the frustration with that we really need more cellular modem ethernet bridges on the market. I will take a look at the netgear WWAN modem, although it does have the limitation of not being updated with the newer bands and not supporting Sprint /Verizon.
      I'm curious of the same thing. another comment mentioned it is openwrt backend. and as somebody who has run with double NAT for a few years... It's not that bad if you don't have a public IP.

  • @benforinger8282
    @benforinger8282 Před 3 lety

    What type of printer filament are you using? Is it suitable for prolonged UV exposure?

  • @matthewrousseaux1022
    @matthewrousseaux1022 Před 3 lety

    We are planning a trip down to Florida all the way from Canada next summer. So with your system I would be able to grab any SIM and pop it in? I see that being very powerful indeed.

  • @BJHermsen
    @BJHermsen Před 3 lety +1

    will this support a FI sim card? Also what LTE Bands are covered?

  • @jurpikag
    @jurpikag Před 3 lety

    Nick. Very interested in the 4G as a solutions for my church. Are you anywhere near NE Atlanta suburbs or on your wifi tour?

  • @sammoore9689
    @sammoore9689 Před 3 lety

    Is there a pdf of all the specs? Including what parameters one can modify? Ttl etc....

  • @jeffreyaltmire2196
    @jeffreyaltmire2196 Před 3 lety

    What download speed are you getting using the visible SIM card in your instyconnect and has visible shut your account down?

  • @joelrggizmo1373
    @joelrggizmo1373 Před 3 lety

    I'm the same way enjoy finding Wi-Fi connections.
    Part of the Defcon Wi-Fi war driving contest.
    Your project looks very interesting I like it. I'm going to add a link to my website for your product I find it's very useful for my clients.

  • @ronmarcus2917
    @ronmarcus2917 Před 3 lety +1

    Hello Nick
    Just found your channel and they are great, fantastic looking family.
    We (wife and I) are born and raised Tennesseans and welcome you to state. We live in northeast corner in the Cherokee national forest.
    Just wanted to say hello and say keep great tips coming.
    Again welcome to the great state of Tennessee.

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Ron we are loving TN! Thanks for the warm welcome!

  • @outdoingstuff2521
    @outdoingstuff2521 Před 3 lety +2

    Super excited for you! We're back in LA for a month then heading back to Tucson and continue on southeast from there.

  • @wolfpack7611
    @wolfpack7611 Před 3 lety +3

    will your new router have the same (time to live) option like the mofi so it will work with the low price plans?

  • @mariaespinoza1543
    @mariaespinoza1543 Před 2 lety

    Hey Nick and fam. really enjoyed watching your videos. full of adventure. I have cable internet and would like to explore other more affordable and faster connections. i live in southern california. what would you recommend.

  • @jwsowalsky
    @jwsowalsky Před 3 lety +1

    I have a brand new Airstream with a Peplink BR1 mini mobile and a Poynting MIMO-3-V2-13 antenna. Can the Insty take the place om my modem and use my antenna? How do I get a sim card from my plan through Comcast mobile that is only $23 a month as others have mentioned?

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      Hey Jack the secret sauce of the Insty Connect is in the Angel wings themselves. You could potentially use your antenna but it wouldn’t be the best.

  • @andybruner5803
    @andybruner5803 Před 3 lety

    If I pre-order how long will it be before I get one? I need one by Feb 20th for a move to Arizona so if this won't be available I'll have to go with Mofi.

  • @dan427troy
    @dan427troy Před 3 lety +2

    Wishlist item: let us add a second modem/wings to the router to use the cool software then pass both connections through separate Ethernet ports. Then we have the option to do things like bonded vpn on our own hardware. I use Speedify and it would work great with the Instyconnect solution in my arsenal

  • @ignaciorestrada
    @ignaciorestrada Před 3 lety

    Can you still lock in the feature that mifi has to lock in streaming data.

  • @ignacio9552
    @ignacio9552 Před 3 lety

    Is it plug and play SIM card ready? Do you have to go through a complicated set up?

  • @rogsands5644
    @rogsands5644 Před 2 lety

    what is best sims to use in these? I had an unlimited AT&T sims, but it got canceled ?

  • @doctorithelp
    @doctorithelp Před 3 lety

    does i t have the TTL mimicking so the network thinks its a cell phone and does it work with Verizon.

  • @gray_wolverine63
    @gray_wolverine63 Před 3 lety +1

    That's awesome I just got finishing my dirt bike trailer with all I need to be out riding in all over the country and one thing I am having a hard time with is internet I been using my phone service as my Hotspot with AT&T for my TV and laptop which is fine for now but I needed a better way so I wouldn't have the need to use my phone. So im very interested in this product you are selling, so if you can let me know what I would need to get it done right for me so I can order it from you I would appreciate it. Thank you. Stay safe and God Bless you and your family. 🇺🇲🤙🏼🙏🏼

  • @IndianaFr0g
    @IndianaFr0g Před 3 lety +1

    Nick, I plan to mount my antenna onto a flagpole (or pole of sorts). What is the diameter of the pole needed in order to mount it properly?

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety +1

      Any pole 1-2.5” would be fine. Use some hose clamps for best results

  • @zeroibis
    @zeroibis Před 3 lety +2

    This product is also great for those with homes far from towers, will there be an option that comes with a 12v AC adapter for those of us who just want a better connection at home?

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      YES! The insty connect already comes with a 12v adapter and will work great in any home/cabin!

  • @russellmiller8997
    @russellmiller8997 Před 3 lety +1

    Nick was wondering if you your Ok haven’t seen anything from you. Your system is hands down the best . And I can see very good things coming in the future.

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety +1

      Russell thanks for checking in! Yes we’re doing great just so busy it’s hard to get another vid out. But it’s on my list! Thanks!

  • @berthaduniverse
    @berthaduniverse Před 3 lety +1

    Nice idea... But for me, I have a few issues. 1) It really doesn't look highway speed ready. 2) I use a small Scamp with a mast, so I'd like to see a quick disconnect mount system I can mount on a mast that is easy to dismount and stow away. 3) As a boondocker, I'd also like to see some power consumption stats and range measures that link well to provider coverage maps (I know this is very hard to provide) as a proof of concept. Thanks for sharing though, as the market needs a lot of improvement.

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      Paul, the mount pole and wings are highway ready and have thousands of miles under them. The quick connect mount system you mention is exactly what we’re doing for our ‘binoculars’ directional antenna add-on we’re working on right now. Since the system is modular, it’s going to be plug and play. Stay tuned!

  • @mhend235
    @mhend235 Před 3 lety +2

    I am interested in knowing more, I will try to get an email to you this week. Sorry you lost the GoPro.

  • @reesstylez100
    @reesstylez100 Před 2 lety

    Like the idea but what am I pose to use till this is available to me ?

  • @russellmiller8997
    @russellmiller8997 Před 3 lety

    Hi Nick when will we here any news on shipping of the unit.

  • @Awaystravel
    @Awaystravel Před 3 lety

    Hello I would like to purchase the 4g model please let me know how soon I can receive the item. Hitting the road in 2 weeks.

  • @YosiNaturalGuerrera
    @YosiNaturalGuerrera Před 3 lety

    I am in Florida, and I am almost leaving without returning. My Adventure is looking forward to Latinoamerica with my 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I used to Car and Tent camping, therefore I like to set up internet on my Jeep, any suggestions?

  • @stephendodson328
    @stephendodson328 Před 2 lety

    What carrier and sim card are you using? How are you getting by the IMEI restrictions?

  • @bradleycomstockii4755
    @bradleycomstockii4755 Před 2 lety +4

    I'm gonna go with the mofi 5500 cat 20 router. Ive had the mofi 4500 locked in for years with no probs. If I had seen this sooner I might have considered it, depending on price... I'm gonna go with what I know works at this point. I do believe this dudes product works and people will buy it 🤑

  • @mrcommonsense1529
    @mrcommonsense1529 Před 3 lety

    I would love to connect this system permanently to my house, can you install the angel wing antenna in the attic? Great video

  • @BurressEd
    @BurressEd Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the video! I've been looking for alternatives since being a Ubifi customer and locked in to a rural tower.
    I've have a MOFI box on my house with Wilson Log-periodic antennas pointed at the cell tower 3/4 miles away. Used to work pretty well, enough to stream movies, skype, use Teams, etc. for about 2 years.
    After the recent SIM "Upgrade" it's been useless. 2.9Mbps download, 0.7Mbps upload (on a good day). Usually, Ookla speedtest fails the upload portion altogether. My cellphone as a hotspot sitting on the dining room table is able to download up to 89Mbps and upload 15Mbps with no external antenna. I've checked my antenna connections with a vector network analyzer, swapped with another set of antennas and coax without any gain. I've updated the firmware in the Mofi box, rebooted, cycled power, reset, etc. All the same result, crappy service. I'm not sure at this point why anyone would continue to pay for substandard service, I'm not going to.... Can't wait for my dishy to arrive

  • @ABarrett-1
    @ABarrett-1 Před 3 lety

    Can I use an Ipad SIM card in this router like I heard you can in the mofi?

  • @TumbleweedRvLife
    @TumbleweedRvLife Před 3 lety

    Great product! Does it work with Canadian Carriers? Do you Ship to Canada?

  • @sciologist
    @sciologist Před 3 lety

    I love your concept, but gulk at the antenna. Can I use a generic antenna? Very Interested

  • @patrick4285
    @patrick4285 Před 3 lety +1

    Have you gotten a chance to get your hands on a new 5500?

  • @DownsizingMakesCents
    @DownsizingMakesCents Před 3 lety +1

    What material are you printing with, PETG?

  • @ClutchCarter_OnTikTok
    @ClutchCarter_OnTikTok Před 2 lety

    So can I use my Verizon Sim card with this and not have speeds throttled like I do on a Hotspot on my phone?

  • @energydreamer5347
    @energydreamer5347 Před 3 lety +1

    I have been researching the MoFi and was in the verge of ordering. Question about your system due to not hearing any comments regarding an external antenna like a parabolic wide-band cellular: my application is to replace my local ISP due to lack of speed and service outage - lack of reliability. Does you custom inside antenna design work well enough to argue the elimination of an external antenna/s? Thanks!

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the question. The angel wings are designed to be outside, that’s why we went with the data cable to the modem inside the antenna. The antenna works really well but it’s not directional like a parabolic would be. You can hook a parabolic up to the modem while it’s in the wings. I have a video coming out In the next few days that gives a better idea on how the parts work together, be sure to check that out or let me know if you have some specific questions and I’ll try to answer them. Thanks!

    • @energydreamer5347
      @energydreamer5347 Před 3 lety

      @@WeCanExploreIt - thanks for a quick response - very much appreciated. With the reception quality and the budget in mind, by way of a MoFi 4500 and an added parabolic antenna and perhaps a Yagi antenna too, the budget is getting quiet high; with that said, one of your Insty packages provides all equipment with the exterior angel wings. I love the idea of the angel wings being an exterior unit (didn’t realize); plus the fact that the height mounted is not required; but ....... my application will not be for example in an open area such as some RV overnight parking; my application will be at my primary residence with timber and trees to contend with.
      Have you performed any testing/research yourself or received any feedback from someone in a setting where trees and timber is prevalent? Is the quality of reception present?
      Respectively stating grom a budget standpoint, if a person had to go with a parabolic antenna versus the available angel wings with your Insty unit for first class reception, the pockets would have to be deeper.
      And also, what is the maximum cable run for the modem/angle wings or even a parabolic antenna for optimum service quality? I ask because my application is not an RV but my residence which has my media closet which is a fixed location.
      Look forward to seeing the video you mentioned and look forward to hearing back from you. Many thanks!

  • @ignacio9552
    @ignacio9552 Před 3 lety

    I have a T-mobile 5G Data card. Will it work with your system? I returned my MO-FI because I couldn't get it to work with 5G, it only accepted 4G.

  • @holtsiphonehelp5816
    @holtsiphonehelp5816 Před 3 lety +2

    *Hey Nick, is the Insty Connect antenna and modem weatherproof/water resistant?*

  • @ryanlee1412
    @ryanlee1412 Před 2 lety

    This probably has been asked but I will ask again. I travel for a living and have ATV with a playstation inside my truck I want to get on my playstation could I use this on my phone As well? Hope to hear from you soon

  • @myquest84
    @myquest84 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm a bit interested. I run on Tmobile though and notice you dont list band 71 for the LTE model. Will the 5G version support it?

    • @briangreen771
      @briangreen771 Před 3 lety

      I am interested with this question too. It was my only concern with this device

  • @rbo350
    @rbo350 Před 3 lety

    did you say if it was faster than 100 mbs, can you plug in an external hard drive

  • @BlairStopnik
    @BlairStopnik Před 3 lety +5

    This is great! Love the problem solving. I also really like the simple concept of separating the modem from the router. This gives a lot of flexibility! I do have one question, where / how did you gather your data on the 45 degree shape? Is there a video you made where you go in depth?
    Again, great job! Looking forward to seeing this project grow.

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety +3

      Blair, it was knowing that LTE is slant polarized as a general rule (the radio waves are pushed out in a slant formation from the towers) and tons of testing with some RF equipment and tons of speed tests :). I don’t think have a video that goes into the nuts and bolts (at least I don’t think I do), but if I find one I’ll definitely try to work it in. Thanks!

  • @svespritlibre7192
    @svespritlibre7192 Před 3 lety

    I am in punta gorda Florida. Will you be close?

  • @dylanmaniatakes
    @dylanmaniatakes Před 3 lety +1

    Does it support changing the ttl so you dont use up all the hotspot data? Or is it linux based and easy enough to just do with the command line?

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      It’s OpenWRT based, and yes it does allow for changing the TTL. Thanks!

  • @kharkiv4life
    @kharkiv4life Před 2 lety

    I am hoping your device can mask it self as phone not as modem? If yes how can you do that? Thanks

  • @mike2959
    @mike2959 Před 3 lety +2

    I currently have the MOFI and a Nighthawk Mr1100. And if there was a device that combined these to, it would be the ultimate. So A few questions.
    What CAT is the modem?
    Will band locking be available? If so will you be able to lock multiple bands at the same time for carrier aggregation?
    What is/will be the list of LTE bands?
    Will the TTL be adjustable or fixed?

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety +1

      It’s a cat 12 modem. The TTL can be adjusted and if you head to instyconnect.com the bands are listed under the 4g unit. Thanks!

    • @danstrong3383
      @danstrong3383 Před 2 lety

      Got the mofi5500 with the em7690 cat 20 modem and just crazy speeds
      I think this might be what you may be looking for if you want the best out of both worlds
      Cost is $499.99

    • @TheTaekwon3
      @TheTaekwon3 Před 2 lety

      @@danstrong3383 that's the one I'm looking into getting

  • @larajarrell3669
    @larajarrell3669 Před 2 lety +1

    Hey we have the mophi WiFi, and we were forded to change the sem card to 5g. It worked fantasticly. Until we got the new card. The power light, and the WiFi light stay the same. But the internet light turns off and on which make the connection disconnect. If you have any advice I would love to hear it.

    • @danielwhite2250
      @danielwhite2250 Před 2 lety

      I have the same MOFI 4500 and was forced to upgrade to the new 5G Sims card. I am having the same problem with the internet light, and intermittent loss of connection.

    • @larajarrell3669
      @larajarrell3669 Před 2 lety

      Ok. We figured it out. It’s still slow but we got the light to work. What you do is download the thing mophi sent you in an email; on a lap top, pc not on a phone or iPad. Then you type in a certain op in that same email. And fallow all the instructions they give you. If you did not get the email like we did, ask someone you know if they got the email; or ask mophi to send it to you. What you are doing is basically rebutting your 5g sem card.

  • @josht3mp530
    @josht3mp530 Před 3 lety

    I can't find a service that don't ban me on my mofi already was on the old att plan and havnt found one since how are you on at&t still

  • @tekker8308
    @tekker8308 Před 3 lety

    Have you compared yours to the Pepwave group of routers? I have the peplink max transit and wondered how they compare.

    • @WeCanExploreIt
      @WeCanExploreIt  Před 3 lety

      The folks at Mobile Internet Resource center are testing it against the pep wave. They had some initial reports of the Insty connect beating the pep wave in some tests! More info to come!

  • @richardlewis2290
    @richardlewis2290 Před 2 lety

    I would like to know if this allows a WAN connection from Starlink like the Peplink devices.

  • @meepmonster750
    @meepmonster750 Před 3 lety

    Ive been using it for Zoom. When working It's hands down better than the Mofi, but it randomly cuts connection for mins at a time. What should I do?

  • @richamigo1195
    @richamigo1195 Před 3 lety

    are you providing the service? if yes how much a month? if no, how do we get service threw it?

  • @Rvtraveler99
    @Rvtraveler99 Před 3 lety +4

    Awesome job. We are in Stuart, FL for the winter. I'm looking forward to seeing you itinerary for Florida and the possibility of seeing you.

  • @jerryag19451
    @jerryag19451 Před 3 lety

    I use ubifi will it work in your instyconnect ? I also have a visible phone with their card in itwill that work also

  • @ChrisWilson999
    @ChrisWilson999 Před 3 lety +1

    I 100% agree with your assessment of MOFI.

  • @KobraGaming1325
    @KobraGaming1325 Před 2 lety

    Does this fix the whole hotspot capping or throttling that companies give out now?