Should you use a UPS with Starlink?
A UPS (uninterruptible power supply) provides battery backup power for important electronics. They have automatic transfer switches to seamlessly transfer the load between mains and battery power, preventing harmful shutdowns and reboots. UPSs also protect … read more
App update makes troubleshooting Starlink much easier
The Starlink app is the command center for your Starlink system. The most recent version of the app overhauls the Statistics page, which provides information about how your system is performing. Let’s take a look … read more
Starlink Mini is now available in the US without an invitation
Anyone in the US can now order Starlink’s ultra-portable “Mini” dish. The new hardware was unveiled last month through a special invite-only offer to existing subscribers. The Starlink website was updated last night with the … read more
Several Starlink Gen 2 accessories are 30% off right now
If you own a Gen 2 Standard Actuated dish, now is a great time to grab some spare parts, or that accessory you’ve been meaning to buy. Several products are discounted 30% or more in … read more
How to protect Starlink from hail damage
I received a question about what I recommend to protect Starlink from hail damage. I live in a place that gets severe thunderstorms pretty frequently, but I never really thought about being proactive about it. … read more
Fixing the “Router unreachable” message
The message, “Router unreachable” pops up in the Starlink app when your dish is connected to the internet, but can’t communicate with the Starlink router. This can happen for several reasons. In some cases, it’s … read more
You can now try Starlink for just $50
If you’ve been on the fence about getting Starlink satellite internet, now may be the best time to try it out. There are two big promotions going on in select areas of the United States … read more
Here is what “Restricted” mode means in the Starlink app
Starlink added a new status in the app called Restricted. I’ve been getting comments and emails about it, so I figured it would be a good idea to make an article explaining what it means. … read more
Cost of Starlink reaches a new low of $299
Starlink is the cheapest it has ever been in the United States and Canada thanks to the new Regional Savings program. In the US, customers can snag the latest generation dish for $299, a $200 … read more
Some Starlink customers get early access to the new “Mini” dish for $599
Just days after the first images of Starlink’s new “Mini” dish appeared, some customers are receiving invitations to try it out. Starlink has started sending emails to long-time customers in the United States, offering early … read more
Accessories for the Starlink Mini revealed
This week has been full of news regarding Starlink’s highly anticipated “Mini” dish. For the third day in a row we have another information dump. This time, the Starlink web team has uploaded the official … read more
More Starlink Mini details leaked, 12V and USB-C confirmed
Update: The Starlink Mini has been launched for $599, check our latest blog post for more information. Last night the Starlink web team uploaded additional documentation for the Starlink Mini, which revealed several key specs. … read more
First look at the upcoming Starlink Mini
Update: The Starlink Mini has been launched for $599, check our latest blog post for more information. The launch of the highly anticipated Starlink Mini dish is imminent. Last week, Starlink got approval from the … read more
Amazon is quietly building a Starlink rival
In our latest vlog, I talk about how Amazon’s Project Kuiper is quietly humming along, getting ready for a full-scale satellite deployment. Could we see the service become available by 2025?
Starlink looks to be getting rid of their popular “Mobile-Global” plan
Starlink is making some bizarre moves with their Mobile-Global service plan. If you aren’t aware, the Mobile (commonly called Roam) service allows Starlink customers to travel and use their Starlink virtually anywhere in the world. … read more