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Peplink Firmware 8.3.0: What’s Different?
It’s official! After several months of testing, Peplink is finally releasing new firmware, version 8.3.0. With this upgrade comes many new features as well as fixes. There’s quite a bit covered on this firmware so we’re going to only highlight some of these changes. For a detailed list of release notes, see here. Among the […]
How to Maximize WiFi Coverage: Tips and Tricks
In today’s world, having a strong and reliable WiFi connection has become an essential aspect of our daily lives. Whether it is for work, entertainment, or education, we all rely on our WiFi network to keep us connected to the world. However, it’s not uncommon for people to struggle with weak signals, slow speeds, and […]
T-Mobile Home Internet Users See What Can Happen with a Bad Firmware Update
When it comes to updates or upgrades, it may be a good rule of thumb to say that, “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it.” However, with concerns around security, it’s a good idea to keep your electronic hardware up to date when security patches are made available. This is something that tens of thousands […]
Cellular Routers vs Cell Phone Hotspots: What to Use for Business Failover
Businesses depend on reliable and stable internet connections to operate efficiently. In the event of a primary internet outage, having a backup solution is essential to minimize downtime and maintain productivity. Two common solutions for business failover are using a cell phone hotspot or a cellular router. While both provide a connection to a cellular […]
What Are the Pros and Cons of Using Starlink with a Peplink Router
Starlink, the satellite-based internet service by SpaceX, has been making waves in the internet industry with its promise of providing high-speed, low-latency internet to even the most remote and rural areas. To make the most of Starlink’s capabilities, many users are opting to pair the service with a Peplink router. Peplink’s networking solutions are known […]
What is LoRaWAN: An Overview and its Benefits
LoRaWAN is a widely used Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA) network technology designed for the Internet of Things (IoT). Examples include smart city and environmental monitoring, healthcare monitoring, asset tracking, and building automation. It enables long-range, bi-directional communication between devices and a central network server, while also providing secure, scalable, and reliable wireless communication. The technology uses […]
RootMetrics Reports on 2H 2022: How the Cellular Networks Compare
RootMetrics just released its report that measures overall network experience and performance for the most popular cellular networks in North America. Test results were based on the second half of 2022 and cover all network technologies (5G, 4G LTE, and any sub-4G technology). The report also looks at the newest C-Band 5G performance for AT&T […]
How to Find a Cellular Failover Solution for Home Office/ Remote Work
When it comes to failover Internet connections, any type of Internet service can be used to backup another. However, due to the reliability of a cellular Internet connection, this is typically the recommended service type. Since the service comes through wirelessly from cell towers, it is less prone to service outages. Unlike wired services, which […]
OpenSignal Reports: Who is the Best Cellular Provider?
OpenSignal has released their collection of data from cellular providers over the dates of September 16 to December 14 of 2022. It will be no surprise to some of us that in these cellular reports, T-Mobile has won out above the rest, yet again. On the mobile network experience report, multiple factors were tested. For […]
