Internet

Internet

I test and evaluate lots of different ways to stay connected while on the water. These articles cover antennas, routers, and plans that you can use to get internet access from your boat.
Nov
17
Starlink flat high performance in-motion dish initial impressions

Starlink flat high performance in-motion dish initial impressions

Starlink has released a flat, high-performance dish that can be used in-motion and comes with a wedge mount that may work well on your boat.
15 min read
Oct
18
Using Starlink with Peplink

Using Starlink with Peplink

Having a Peplink router with a cellular modem paired with Starlink is essential for reliable connectivity aboard the boat.
21 min read
Apr
27
Starlink is finally useful aboard

Starlink is finally useful aboard

Starlink is a great option to stay connected while at anchor or at the dock. There are still some challenges, but combined with a cellular router, it makes a powerful solution.
11 min read
Feb
23
Kaos initial internet setup

Kaos initial internet setup

My first revision internet setup for Kaos including multiple 5G cellular links, domes, marine grade antennas, access points and more.
11 min read
Dec
12
Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G initial impressions

Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G initial impressions

The Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G is a powerful router capable of excellent performance on both 4G and 5G, and is a top pick for internet connectivity on a boat.
7 min read
Nov
24
Using Starlink on a boat and in a marina

Using Starlink on a boat and in a marina

Starlink is still a very new technology, and not ready for being used underway or at anchor. However, in a marina it might work OK.
9 min read
Nov
18
New Peplink antenna testing

New Peplink antenna testing

There have been a lot of new cellular antennas that have come out in the last few months from Peplink. I've been testing some of them for a while, and have some interesting findings.
9 min read
Oct
24
Netgear Nighthawk 5G first impressions

Netgear Nighthawk 5G first impressions

The Netgear Nighthawk 5G is an expensive upgrade to the Nighthawk line with moderate 5G support and some other interesting features.
9 min read
Oct
05
New Verizon data plans

New Verizon data plans

Verizon has added new data only plans to their lineup for both pre-paid and post-paid customers. This is great news for those folks needing VZW coverage.
3 min read
Jul
21
Working remotely from the boat

Working remotely from the boat

Working remotely from the boat requires a good system with multiple connections and cellular plans, redundancy, and good WiFi.
13 min read