Wow. I’m impressed with Starlink!

[wapitibob]

I just set mine on the dash, the protrusion on the back sits down nicely into the dash recess.



speed test at 70mph down the interstate

 

[insanelupus]

Why wouldn't you just use some magnetic pucks on the dash too?

Quite frankly, I had not thought of it and had no idea the dash would be magnetic! Great idea, I'll explore that and give it some thought. Thanks.

 

[insanelupus]

I just set mine on the dash, the protrusion on the back sits down nicely into the dash recess.

My work rig has a similar recess and it, so far, has worked fine that way.

 

[sndmn11]

Quite frankly, I had not thought of it and had no idea the dash would be magnetic! Great idea, I'll explore that and give it some thought. Thanks.

I'm saying since you are getting the magnetic mount, just order some extra magnet discs and slap them on the dash.

Starlink Mount VHB Metal Mounting Discs

Pack of VHB-backed galvanized discs (4 Discs required per installation) Allows you to use magnets on non-magnetic surfaces Perfect for fiberglass/composite/aluminum RVs, campers, trailers, trucks

veritasvans.com

 

[JREG19]

My truck doesn't have a recess like that and I still just roll around with it on the dash, works great!

 

[insanelupus]

Why wouldn't you just use some magnetic pucks on the dash too?

Turns out the dash is non-mahnetic.

 

[sndmn11]

Turns out the dash is non-mahnetic.

That's why you stick magnets to it

 

[Weldor]

The magnets don't mess with the trucks electronics?

 

[sndmn11]

The magnets don't mess with the trucks electronics?

It hadn't crossed my mind and I haven't read of anyone seeing anything wonky. Other than that, I'm ignorant to the magnet causing a dash issue concept.

 

[Laelkhunter]

Please forgive my lack of I.T. knowledge. Is this Starlink similar to a MiFi?? Can it be used while travelling (in a car) or does it have to be stationary in/outside a structure? I have a MiFi we usually use when driving to access the internet, but when we get in the mountains, it doesn't receive the signal and is useless. Would the Starlink be a better option?? Looking for something the Wife can use to access the internet while up at the cabin and I am out chasing elk..

 

[Sccritterkiller]

I just set mine on the dash, the protrusion on the back sits down nicely into the dash recess.

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speed test at 70mph down the interstate

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Buddy has his mini stuck to the inside of thr sunroof in the truck with suction cups...

 

[RS_Non-Res]

Please forgive my lack of I.T. knowledge. Is this Starlink similar to a MiFi?? Can it be used while travelling (in a car) or does it have to be stationary in/outside a structure? I have a MiFi we usually use when driving to access the internet, but when we get in the mountains, it doesn't receive the signal and is useless. Would the Starlink be a better option?? Looking for something the Wife can use to access the internet while up at the cabin and I am out chasing elk..

MiFi is cellular technology .... Starlink is satellite. Mountains and trees can still obstruct Starlink, but it usually works well beyond any cell service. You'll have to run the costs for startup and monthly rates based on your projected usage.

 

[ODB]

We stayed at a remote place that had one. I hate to admit it was impressive and it gave me all kinds of thoughts about small, distant towns.

 

[Fowl Play]

Just something to consider, these dishes can become deadly “missiles” at highway speed car crashes. I’d definitely look at secure mounts for them rather, than just laying them on the dash, etc.

 

[Burnsie]

We stayed at a remote place that had one. I hate to admit it was impressive and it gave me all kinds of thoughts about small, distant towns.

Why would you hate to admit something worked great?

 

[ryndxt]

I thought during last deer season that adding starlink to my truck while driving to the farm would allow me to take work meetings in areas i lose cell phone service. It's about a 3 hour drive and half of it without service. Makes the fall logistics on thurs/fri that much more difficult.

 

[ODB]

Why would you hate to admit something worked great?

Because I still want to live in a fantasy land where the world has places where technology can’t reach and that essentially force us to exist in the present and not slumped in a chair with a glowing screen. It’s nostalgia…

 

[Weldor]

SL just bumped the price to $10 bucks for standby.

 

[cnelk]

SL just bumped the price to $10 bucks for standby.

Still a deal.

 

[Fowl Play]

Still a deal.

Agreed. For the time being they are the only game in town — lightyears above the closest competitor in quality. Just going to be a supply/demand problem on pricing… and there is huge demand. Only true competition from Google or Amazon/Blue Origin is still likely at least 5+ years away (likely more like a decade). SpaceX launched their first operational batch of Starlink satellites back in 2019, with years of prototyping before that. And I guarantee no one is going to bring a product to market faster than they did.