WIFI in the caravan. Again

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The Trudgians

The Trudgians

Күн бұрын

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@Hedgy327
@Hedgy327 5 жыл бұрын
I have a Nighthawk M1 with an unlimited data Sim. I use it at home, connected to a mini-hub and got rid of my landline. When I go to my caravan I take it with me. Working brilliantly after 11 months.
@alslad9214
@alslad9214 4 жыл бұрын
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you and your family for all the videos you have created. My wife and I have recently retired and we are in the process of buying our very first 2nd hand touring caravan. The information you have given us is like gold dust and we appreciate your wisdom. Keep the videos coming we love the content. Again a big thank you. Steve & Mel
@DenSol-xk4sd
@DenSol-xk4sd 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan. My partner had major eye surgery. Currently in our local site in Calne so she could relax. For the first time we wanted to watch a movie. Hooked up the fire stick to my phones hotspot. Great signal and unlimited data. However hotspot itself keeps dropping. Not the 3G. Got fed up with it so thanks to your vids, I will now look into the M2. Thank you Dan 👌👌👌
@Vandemonium
@Vandemonium 5 жыл бұрын
I’d like to know if you connect either of the devices, when installed in a cupboard, to an external aerial and a test of how much difference using such an aerial makes both in terms of speed and in even achieving a signal at all in poor coverage areas.
@russjam121
@russjam121 3 жыл бұрын
100% with you on the sky package Dan. we have 4 contracts and currently have 500gb in the piggy bank which was built up over lockdown which is their ready for all the future trips.
@lindagriffiths5739
@lindagriffiths5739 5 жыл бұрын
Nice to have you back, missed your videos we use EE mobile when we go away.👍👍
@g4rcg
@g4rcg 5 жыл бұрын
That was very good I always struggle with WIFI when away in the van, I would like an in depth comparison between the two devices to see if the M2 is worth the extra purchase money
@BusyElf
@BusyElf 2 жыл бұрын
Just watched this again, after getting a good deal from O2 and Virgin Media package. and decided to go with a cheaper TP-Link uinit. However I did look at the Netgear as I have alwasys used their products for networking, they work great and are reliable. In all fairness, though, I cannot justify the expense of the Netgear product in view of our limited times away in our Van. but needed something to do online bookings etc for days out and such. You offer some good advice and I always look forward to watching your latest episodes. Keep up the good work Dan. Love to Family and the long-suffering Angie. :-D. Both of you inspired me when I returned to caravanning back in 2019.
@chrisjef06120010
@chrisjef06120010 5 жыл бұрын
Hi there! Many years ago I worked for Maplin and I brought a TP Link 4G router. Which is powered by a 12v supply. So mine is wired into my caravans 12v system. 100gb for £20 a month with EE. Works like a normal home router and it looks like one too. Well recommended.
@anthonygardham4573
@anthonygardham4573 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, another superb video, thank you. Just one point I need to clarify. Can I use the Netgear to provide the Wifi to my caravan tv to stream the likes of Netflix, Prime tv and Now tv? Thanks in advance. Tony
@T.J4644
@T.J4644 4 жыл бұрын
Yes compare both as we are buying one for going away in April so looking to get one of these Thanks Dan
@sidlewis3954
@sidlewis3954 5 жыл бұрын
Good one Dan, I think I follow what you said. My question is, would it work somewhere like Longleat where we can’t get any Wi-fi signal. 🤔🤔👍🏼👍🏼
@andy44646
@andy44646 3 жыл бұрын
May e one day the phone companies will update the signals for longleat.....we hope
@mahon257
@mahon257 2 жыл бұрын
Super helpful video.. found a second hand M1 on Ebay for £150, WORKS A TREAT.. sky mobile still offering roll over on data allowance too, which is excellent.
@tonywhite6985
@tonywhite6985 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, love the WW3 comment and the daughter expression having pwned your router with the admin password. :) the other downside of tethering your phone is that if the 4G signal is poor, i find i'm using the phone only by my back window or stood up with the phone out the pop-roof. I'm looking forward to the M1 with external antenna in particular, although am going to try it without first. Was about to purchase a Huawei e5785, until i saw yours and another YT review. Cheers pal.
@raysmith3066
@raysmith3066 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Guys Love the videos, a great help Off for our first caravan trip next week to Cheddar Gorge thanks again Ray Newport Pagnell
@christopherbirch5627
@christopherbirch5627 Жыл бұрын
Hi, does the nighthawk need an external arial if so do you know if the pointing external Ariel’s will fit. Thanks very much great info, regards Chris.
@robertpaterson7311
@robertpaterson7311 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, very helpful. Did you do the review / comparison on the M 2 and if so is it worth the extra money ?
@nickjennings3500
@nickjennings3500 5 жыл бұрын
Very informative, thanks. I am not a techy but understood virtually everything. Thanks Dan
@MultiOutdoorman
@MultiOutdoorman 4 жыл бұрын
The Ethernet port is great to use for direct connection for your smart TV also. Or a hard-wired network via an additional hub/switch ... provided everyone has a cable connecting facility (RJ45 / Ethernet point) for Xbox, laptop, TV etc... You can remove the battery to save it from cooking and just keep the M1 plugged into a USB adaptor via its Type C port. The 2 rubber "feet" are covers which hide a pair of antenna connectors. An external antenna would greatly improve both the WiFi reception gain and also the 4G signal strength. Plenty online videos showing how to do that. Thanks for sharing !
@SDMittens
@SDMittens 4 жыл бұрын
That smartphone info is incorrect. I setup my hotspot and connect 3 devices to it and speed does not drop, still around 100mbs per device . Maybe it does for older phones.
@russjam121
@russjam121 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry fella but you are day dreaming there. There is not a single phone on the market that can tether 100mbps per device. Either you are using some dodgy Chinese speed checker site or you have missed a decimal point out somewhere.
@Venomator.
@Venomator. 5 жыл бұрын
It never ceases to amaze me, in these current days of tech, is the constant challenge to be properly connected when on site in our caravan! I am interested in any device that will provide a good, reasonably fast and consistent connection, still waiting... 🙄 Thanks for your usual thorough insights Dan. Cheers, Rog... 👍🏻 😉 🐍
@lostweekendscaravan
@lostweekendscaravan 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan. These Netgear WIFI Boxes seem to be a lot better than the one I have been using which was rubbish. I agree a comparison video between the New and the Old would be a great idea. Thanks phil🙂👍
@sonjaianhattiescaravanadve4847
@sonjaianhattiescaravanadve4847 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan for a helpful video. I think we would like to have a comparison between the two and is the m2 worth the extra. Ian & Sonja
@T.J4644
@T.J4644 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan your sky data for m1 you mention is not just data sim package Did you just buy sim only for the m1 Also how good have you found sky for signal in areas you have visited Looking forward to review of m2 comparing to m1 as like you said £100!cheaper Thanks Tina
@michaell8835
@michaell8835 5 жыл бұрын
Great video, really interesting info. I was going to use a HUAWEI in the van, with a Motorhome WIFi 4G aerial, and am now very interested in the Netgear. In the next video, i'd be interested to see the following - 1 - What is the difference between the M1, and M2, to justify the extra data 2 - Do either of them have connection ports for a WiFi 4G aerial 3 - More explanation about the display on them, eg how they show the amount of data, and whether that will work for all sim cards 4 - Definitely not unboxing, think that's pointless and I'd skip straight through, in fact if it says unboxing in the title I wouldn't even bother watching ;o) Keep up the great work.
@jaydreamersthree6039
@jaydreamersthree6039 5 жыл бұрын
Great video and info as usual Dan...although a bit techy for us oldies..we manage with whatever is available on site and pay accordingly and suits us as we are not fussed if not available ...
@FunVans
@FunVans 5 жыл бұрын
A compare between the m1 and m2 would be great, including a speed test comparison again - really helpful / useful video 👍🏻
@stephenwiggins3148
@stephenwiggins3148 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan. Following you videos really excellent and informative. I have used several of your ideas and recommendations. So, a year on how is it going with the Netgear M1?
@TheTrudgians
@TheTrudgians 3 жыл бұрын
Well, we still use the M1, i didn't see the need to use the M2, and we really get on well with it. I have installed in the caravan without the battery installed in it, so when the caravan master switch is on, the WiFi works, and when we switch it off the M1 is switched off too.
@bassclarineteffects-carlki9219
@bassclarineteffects-carlki9219 5 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing your thoughts. i'd say a comparison. all the best
@thedixonsontour7546
@thedixonsontour7546 3 жыл бұрын
Do you find sky mobile to have good coverage? I have EE data sim with a tp link mifi but find sometimes I can’t get Wi-Fi depending where we are? So wondered if it was the device or the network?
@rwi8406
@rwi8406 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, good channel and content.
@TheTrudgians
@TheTrudgians 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, thank you for your kind words.
@bluetonic9538
@bluetonic9538 5 жыл бұрын
I love going away in our caravan to avoid the internet, social media and the news.
@nannyogg2586
@nannyogg2586 5 жыл бұрын
I discovered a handy piece of tech a lot of people might also find useful. It's called an OFF SWITCH :D
@pieterweatherall2826
@pieterweatherall2826 4 жыл бұрын
Yes I have to agree with that. We go off in our van to escape the techo world . But we do take our cell phones in case the world falls apart.
@amihcremlap
@amihcremlap 4 жыл бұрын
agreed
@harveythomas4078
@harveythomas4078 5 жыл бұрын
Very informative young man. I’m a bit of techy myself and love netgear, so i found this very helpful and i appreciated your impartial view. Thank you 👍🏻
@craigtinsley2322
@craigtinsley2322 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, another great video at just the right time for us as we are looking at the best option of getting decent wifi in the caravan, especially as both kids are now at the age of constantly needing to be connected 😪 We were going to opt for a device to connect to existing hotspots but then discovered site wifi can be very changeable and very expensive. In terms of the mk2 review, I would like a simple comparison of connection, download speed and anything that justifies the additional £100. Keep up the great work 👍
@Tommywinkles
@Tommywinkles 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan did you say you would put a link to the M1 on contract with O2 Thanks for giving us entertaining videos
@kevinsnewing
@kevinsnewing 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, another great review thank you. I understand that the M2 can also link to a local WiFi signal to save on the LTE data, an option called data offloading by Netgear. Have you tried this? Given the sometimes poor campsite WiFi would this need an external antenna? If so would you need to disconnect the LTE antenna or is there an option to have both. Thanks for any help.
@TheCaravanNut
@TheCaravanNut 5 жыл бұрын
Great detailed vlog about Wifi on the go Dan. As I’ve said in the past, it’s only as good as the network signal where you are. When in the Lakes the M2 wouldn’t work, why? no signal. On our next trip out the speeds were fantastic. It is expensive but you get what you pay for. Cheers Martin 🙂
@Perthshire
@Perthshire 5 жыл бұрын
I have a virgin mobile SIM for £15pm and it gives me 4g up to 100mbps with 35gb data each month. I use this as my hotspot. Never had any of the issues you described here.
@C-N-UK-CaravanAdventures
@C-N-UK-CaravanAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
Hi did you ever do a review on the M2, as would be interested as that is something I looking at now. Thanks
@monty4276
@monty4276 4 жыл бұрын
Dan, Another excellent, informative video, over time you have cost me a fortune, I used the hootoo on a 40 night cruise, it came in very handy by passing the one device only plan. The Sky mobile roll over data deal looks very interesting. A comparison between M1 & M2 would be great.
@anniekennedy787
@anniekennedy787 5 жыл бұрын
Hi. Great. Comparison would be good but these things are expensive like you say. For us I think the M1 has it. Thanks. We were just looking at what to do for our travels come the spring. Keep up the great news and views. X
@mattchaloner7908
@mattchaloner7908 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan did you have any teething problems getting the Sky data set up on the Nighthawk M1? SIM activated, APN details entered, Nighthawk screen showing as connected to Sky 4G - and yet no internet! The Netgear App says data is disabled but it’s not! Maybe time to contact Sky support but thought I’d check if you know a simple solution first! Regards Matt
@steveburgess2915
@steveburgess2915 5 жыл бұрын
I’ve used many different Mifi units over the years, I currently have M1 on 75GB O2 plan and the Netgear Aircard AC810 on 3, I’m looking at the M2 so a comparison between M1 & M2 would be great, also external antenna test to boost week areas?
@pauldickson5387
@pauldickson5387 5 жыл бұрын
Comparison between M1 & M2 would be great Dan 👍🏻
@CaravanningwiththeCoxs
@CaravanningwiththeCoxs 5 жыл бұрын
Nice video Dan. The Hootoo is brilliant and I thank you for recommending it. Hope your well, Oliver
@richarddickson3211
@richarddickson3211 5 жыл бұрын
Unbox and a comparison sounds great. Plusses and minuses. 👍
@kenroutledge290
@kenroutledge290 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I too have the M1 (we use it slightly differently as we are in a rural area with very poor internet so itr does everything for us at home and when away) & have thought about upgrading to M2, would love to see a comparison of the 2 devices with pros & cons. Keep up the great work.
@ggardner33gg
@ggardner33gg 5 жыл бұрын
Great video I would love to see a comparison between the m1 and the m2. Also do either of them have the ability to use an external 4g aerial (is one needed).
@T.J4644
@T.J4644 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Geofrey I had the same question and sent a email to the sales department they don't make own email Answers by email Hope this help you Hi Tina, As long as it has TS-9 connector any universal antenna will work. Unfortunately we don’t manufacture any, however there are plenty online J Kind Regards, Joe Joe Goodyer Sales & Account Manager D 01344 458 236 E JGoodyer@netgear.com Useful Links: NETGEAR Product Selector | NETGEAR Product Catalogue| ReadyNas RAID Calculator | ReadyNas Hard Drive Compatibility List | NETGEAR Support & KB |NETGEAR PowerShift Partner Portal | NETGEAR M4300-96X Configurator | NETGEAR Multi-Gig | NETGEAR Insight | Distribution Partners |
@simonbaxter8001
@simonbaxter8001 5 жыл бұрын
Dan, what would be a typical weekends worth of data usage for your family be? How much data is a average film? Do the limited SIM contracts turn off at the data limit or do you get charged extra? Does the M1/M2 have thd ability to set usage limits (per user)? How, generally, have you found connectivity and reliability (to the cell) at the sites you've been to? As for the M2, be good to see a back to back comparison of performance plus feature differences.
@Petehcs100
@Petehcs100 4 жыл бұрын
A question from a possible future Caravaner! Could you use this WiFi option at home to reduce annual costs - £120 PA is a lot for occassional van use only!, Can you stream or get TV this way. I guess the Q is what is the best option for covering both home and away £ for £?
@shottostravels
@shottostravels 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for de mystifying these routers. I wondered what they did, I have WiFi through caravan club when on most sites but sometimes find it quite slow, would this be any quicker? Great vlog, great presenting skills.
@DJMarshy
@DJMarshy 3 жыл бұрын
Just got one thanks for this video
@derekchebsey6793
@derekchebsey6793 3 жыл бұрын
I had the M1 for a few years great product used it when out and about before caravaning now use it in the caravan and in the we have a static and a tourer I didn’t find the m1 powerful enough to cover the static fully so ended up with a full size 4g router from EE works fab with external antenna now use the m1 in the tourer works fab not needed an external antenna yet but do have a range of SIM cards to use depending on area going to even got signal in Wales I’ve recently upgraded to the M2 not a big difference but my m1 was just starting to look tatty. I was interested in the new m5 version which is 5g however at over £700 it wasn’t worth it for me
@dnallen
@dnallen 5 жыл бұрын
Comparison, also have you thought of mifi Huawei B525 or B315. Plug in 240 or 12v. Leave it connected all the time.
@brianhughes8449
@brianhughes8449 2 жыл бұрын
Will be just me and the wife, max of two users. Would the Hoo Too Trip Mate work for us in providing a steady signal for basic internet useage at Lincoln Farm Park
@simonbaxter8001
@simonbaxter8001 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, did you ever do a M2 unboxing and M1 vs M2 Comparison?
@theom9495
@theom9495 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, any updates on the M2 and what is the best GBPS to go for 1gbps or 2 gbps, TIA
@norfolkcharlie5217
@norfolkcharlie5217 4 жыл бұрын
I bought an old samsung galaxy s4 and turn the hotspot on. Team that with a preloaded vodafone sim from ebay that lasts up to 30 days. Different amounts of data available so choose your usage and hopefully not much unused data wasted. Plus with the my vodafone app you can keep an eye on the data being used. Down side is hotspot and data turned on does use the battery fairly fast so may have to keep plugged in at times.
@simonlakin5067
@simonlakin5067 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Really appreciate it. 👍
@richardgall1045
@richardgall1045 5 жыл бұрын
Great information thanks. I definitely think a comparison of the mk I vs II would be great.
@rustychevy7035
@rustychevy7035 3 жыл бұрын
Is it good to boost WiFi hotspot on free caravan site or is it better to just have a WiFi booster. Cheers
@nanrod981
@nanrod981 4 жыл бұрын
Dan - Thank you for all you do - simply invaluable. When you're traveling and uploading KZbin Vlogs - whats the average data you use a month?
@ianmcgarvey6897
@ianmcgarvey6897 5 жыл бұрын
I use a HUAWEI router with a Virgin Media SIM card which has unlimited data. This sim came with my Virgin media home broadband tv package and actually didn’t cost me any extra which is amazing and so far has been excellent even on a three week holiday to France when it was hammered by our kids. It actually uses the the EE network so coverage is great.
@hsbcgeoff
@hsbcgeoff 4 жыл бұрын
Most informative. Many thanks.
@callrobbie
@callrobbie 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely want a comparison, as model 2 costs more. Also at least some technical info please, and thanks for this video :)
@chrisreeves403
@chrisreeves403 5 жыл бұрын
Would like to know what the c£100 gives you in a bang for buck comparison. Also interested to know how they perform in poor signal areas
@susanpearman9634
@susanpearman9634 4 жыл бұрын
We have a TP link mifi which works well in this country with a pay as you go 3 sim. But it doesn't work if you go abroad, any ideas how to get round this? Regards Sue
@wiluttu
@wiluttu 2 жыл бұрын
Hi great video😀 Please can u do a comparison between Netgear M1 and M2..thanks .
@barbararogers1251
@barbararogers1251 4 жыл бұрын
Did you unbox the night hawk 2 , what was the outcome
@MD-gc4xq
@MD-gc4xq 3 жыл бұрын
I was just wondering the same thing myself, would live to see the results. Cheers
@garth2876
@garth2876 5 жыл бұрын
We are in NZ, and had rubbish broadband at home due to the copper network so we got a 4G connection for home and travelling. It's been great and often gets a signal when our phones have nothing. We have a regulated 12v power supply for it in the caravan
@chrisdenison6550
@chrisdenison6550 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe an unboxing and comparison between 1 & 2. Also we are using Vodaphone Sim and availability is very much dependant on where their service is available? We live in the Netherlands and have traveled to Scotland, UK, Germany, Poland, France, and plan to go to Denmark & some Scandinavian countries in 2020. I don’t know if you have considered doing some vlogs into Europe as most or all of your content is UK based? Cheers Chris (Aussies living now in Groningen)
@hettysmotorhomeadventures4860
@hettysmotorhomeadventures4860 5 жыл бұрын
Well done Dab, very interesting stuff,
@jonwagstaff6613
@jonwagstaff6613 5 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏👏👏 Proberbly the best video you've done in all honesty. Greatly edited and explained. I think a in boxing is great, it gives a uninicness to it. Price difference not so much as it's newer so it would be more expensive. What's the difference in performance would be great please dan. All the best.
@stevenrichards6432
@stevenrichards6432 5 жыл бұрын
Dan , good video as usual, but at the end of the day when touring whether using your phone your iPad, or this mobile router it comes down to the network you have chosen. Ie EE is good in certain areas as is VODAFONE and all of them. The main issue with WIFI , mobile broadband is let’s face it , site WIFI is very slow but a lot of places everyone’s goes in their van will not have a data signal from any mobile network 🤷🏻‍♂️
@robswiseways5697
@robswiseways5697 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, I didn't realise there was any security issues using wifi personal hotspot from the mobile phone, which is what we do. I thought no one could access it unless they had the password. Interesting. But I do understand about the other points you raise about tethering, I found it a good video. Thank you Rob
@verticalvue2988
@verticalvue2988 3 жыл бұрын
Set a Hotspot password, I do, what other security issues are there???? Please explain
@robswiseways5697
@robswiseways5697 3 жыл бұрын
@@verticalvue2988 Not security, when I say the other points, I mean the slightly slower connection but that doesn't matter for what we do. The other point if you walk off with the phone the person in the caravan has no connection but even that doesn't matter to us.
@Parknest
@Parknest 5 жыл бұрын
Dan, I bought the HooToo purely on the strength of your review. It is good at what it does but only works with an existing wi-fi connection. I got a Netgear AirCard-81EC for free and I put a Three data SIM (bought from Argos) with 12GB preloaded to get me up and running. The top-ups are expensive so I got myself a data-only SIM from my ISP (BT). I got 16GB for the price of 8 (£12 a month) on a deal. I agree that the Nighthawk routers are superior (you get what you pay for) but our setup suits us nicely and I didn't have to pay for my mi-fi device. Andy Morley reviewed the M2 recently so it would be interesting to see how your review compares to his. Any plans to do the live streams again? I enjoyed them.
@colinrimmer789
@colinrimmer789 5 жыл бұрын
I struggle with IT I don’t know my gig from my byte. I’ve got a headache, wish I understood it all.
@nickpmoody
@nickpmoody 5 жыл бұрын
Interesting and useful info. I don’t agree that it’s stupid to buy a phone outright vs on contract though. You will usually pay more in the long run when you buy a phone on contract and the monthly plans are not as flexible. Although putting in 1k up front for a phone is a tough pill to swallow!
@PCB1601
@PCB1601 5 жыл бұрын
No matter what you have as a router Connection the problem I have found is signal strength. A lot of sites in pretty rural places in the UK have awful network coverage.
@aks8291
@aks8291 5 жыл бұрын
another great video Dan, thanks for posting. We get our first caravan next year and we need data for work. The netgear box looks like it will suit. Can you add an external aerial for better wifi coverage?
@ukinfamous
@ukinfamous 5 жыл бұрын
We use a cheap EE Mini 4G router and share our data to that account when we go away, works a treat and get signal where other networks seem to fail. The next 4G router we get must be able to connect to an external aerial which I will leave mounted to the van.
@TheTrudgians
@TheTrudgians 5 жыл бұрын
The M1 & M2 have dual antenna sockets on them to allow an external antenna to be fitted. - i'll show this on the M2 unboxing video if you like. Dan
@stevequayle7300
@stevequayle7300 2 жыл бұрын
How can I update my spot lights in my caravan, low wattage, usb, dimmable?
@tedfoster295
@tedfoster295 5 жыл бұрын
I was not sure but does either device need it's own SIM and contract/pay as you go? What do you do when your in the boondots where there is no signal? eg wild of scotland wlesh moutains
@CanisTraining
@CanisTraining 4 жыл бұрын
I'd have to say that using a phone as a mobile hotspot is more than fast enough in my opinion as a mifi device. We have atleast 3 devices streaming from it plus if I cant get a mobile signal, which is often the case at sites, I can always pay for one device and share that Internet. The only reason I'd consider a mifi device of any sort is convenice, not having to switch mobile hotspot on my phone and the reason you mentioned about going off with my phone. My phone contract is unlimited hotspot data and I pay no extra for it, whereas a mifi device with another sim card is another contract which I don't particularly want. Not for being away in a caravan anyway, thats our time to do activities as a family and go on bike rides day trips etc. A bit of time away from the Internet is not a bad thing :-D
@philmac1066
@philmac1066 2 жыл бұрын
How did you get the app I can’t long into it put password from inside but still can’t ? What am I doing wrong please help
@alandray5282
@alandray5282 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for explaining internet to me alot more informed now. alan...
@CluelessinaCaravan
@CluelessinaCaravan 5 жыл бұрын
The biggest problem for us is signal strength more than anything. It would drive me bananas to spend £250 and then not be able to get a signal on whatever service we chose to go with. At the moment, we each have a phone on a different network and tether whichever one has the best signal. On our last holiday, only George's phone had a usable connection so we put extra data on his account and tethered. There is security on a tethered connection - there's a password.
@Robswoodworkingdiy
@Robswoodworkingdiy 5 жыл бұрын
The network three have some amazing deals. Unlimited data use it at home and away, signal dependant obviously but at £22 it's a no brainer. Built in Alexa too. Again if three as a network provider at your home address is no good then pointless but for most the signal is great. You also no longer need a phone connection at home like bt etc as it has its own sim card. Seems very expensive Just checked. £100 upfront, 36 months contract 75gb a month still cost £35 a month. That's a crazy amount.
@Robswoodworkingdiy
@Robswoodworkingdiy 5 жыл бұрын
@gilburton the three price was approx £22/23 pounds. The expenditure price was for o2. The network three home broad as you say runs off a sim card. No need for phone line etc. Take away with you. Perfect for home and in the caravan. Obviously depends on signal at home and onsite. Generally the is pretty good every where now
@aSamWisE
@aSamWisE 5 жыл бұрын
i will stick with my mobile phone hotspot
@T.J4644
@T.J4644 4 жыл бұрын
How do you find using sky Have you had problems connect to internet We are thinking of getting sky SIM we are with sky so can get sky go extra free But just worried about connecting to internet
@andysherman711
@andysherman711 5 жыл бұрын
What mobile network does Sky use? I don’t think they have their own masts? For example, I think Asda mobile used Vodafone?
@nickbell8634
@nickbell8634 5 жыл бұрын
They use 02 network.
@andysherman711
@andysherman711 5 жыл бұрын
Nick Bell good to know. O2 where I am and normally go in our van is very good, thanks.
@brianharvey8675
@brianharvey8675 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, Great group of videos. This video seems to assume we all understand about wifi hotspots and how to use them. I often find myself on a site without a signal for calls let alone getting wifi. Could you explain how you get around this? And finally, could this system work abroad?
@617539
@617539 5 жыл бұрын
Do a comparison of the two please
@andrewwilkinson664
@andrewwilkinson664 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, thank you for the videos! I think you mentioned a while ago that you might be doing something on up-plating your caravan to increase the payload. Just wondered if you had anything in the pipeline? Andy
@TheTrudgians
@TheTrudgians 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Andrew, yes indeed - i have this all filmed i just need to add a commentary and edit the footage up. Should be soon.. Take care
@andrewwilkinson664
@andrewwilkinson664 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheTrudgians thanks Dan.
@frankwbeveridge
@frankwbeveridge 5 жыл бұрын
If you can't get a signal, how do these boxes work?👍🖖🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
@TheTrudgians
@TheTrudgians 5 жыл бұрын
In this scenario, one would have to chat with their respective partners or pop down the pub. In reality youre not likely to get coverage everywhere - but in that instance, this box will connect to any available wifi hotspot until a suitable network signal can be used.
@LatitudeAdventures
@LatitudeAdventures 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the mention Dan really appreciate it! 👍🏻😄
@richardturnnidge
@richardturnnidge 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, great video Dan. I know you covered the cost of the unit and sim package you have, but would be good to finish the maths to see an average cost per day's holiday for all the 'extra' tech, which in this scenario would be above what normal phones/etc the adults and kids have normally.ie, if we spend three weeks away in the caravan over a year, then the cost of the extra tech, plus data allowance on a sim, etc, what has it added to the holiday cost??? How many hours per day is it used (over and above normal phone use)? is it really worth the money? I know value for money is all personal and subjective, but the put a daily cost on it would set it out in perspective. cheers!
@primetimerstravels3926
@primetimerstravels3926 4 жыл бұрын
Very useful!
@jamesmgreen15
@jamesmgreen15 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your review. They seem to be getting a few of you doing one for this. My thoughts FWIW: Hard-ware wise I did buy a "cheap mifi" but really for the data deal when daughter away (near two years near ago to solve a bad buying decision from someone and now things have changed I know). The standard mi-fi works plenty well for data speed (when seldom used), and more would be a waste for us and faster than either test you had (provider thing in an area perhaps). Firewall wise on Android I don't bother (my hopefully informed decision in a big topic), PC wise it's done locally and VPN wise I don't see as a sell for the data involved. Saying that if the VPN is free with it that might help - I think at the price it needs all the help it can get even if I would not see it as important in this package. Parental control-wise I think I would be inclined to say hotspot on or off when out (and sooner be fishing anyway)...................................................For me, it's pricey niche stuff to solve a problem I would have a hard job creating. ...No offence, JMO! EDIT: I do use a Galaxy S8 as a hotspot often and that's plenty fast (I understand phones can vary like that but something for someone else to check properly that part).
@dexyblue1234
@dexyblue1234 5 жыл бұрын
Hiya, have you done any videos on fitting a radio aerial Dan? Regards Sue
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