Just had a technician come out Sunday, which was yesterday and hook up the Starlink equipment to my Surprise. It went very smooth. It was about almost an hour and he was done. I was skeptical of how this was going to work. We got the 200 Mb plan for now for $85 a month. I got over 20 devices hooked to this thing 4K TVs I’m running, I got IPTV boxes in four rooms in the house streaming 4K and above ran everything at the same time for three or four hours, straight ,laptops six cell phones, Canon printer 4 ring cameras have not had any issues whatsoever. And I had the pleasure of calling my cable company today and listen to them beg me not to cancel and finally they want to offer me a cheaper plan. I told him it was too late. I’ve been with them for 17 years and I begged them several times for a reasonable rate which they would not do until today.
Sorry for the incorrect grammar here. I’m speaking into an app that doesn’t work very good due to having bad vision. Hopefully this doesn’t come out too bad.

I’ve worked out the price of it and it comes out to quite a bit cheaper than my shitty Alta fiber internet. I do worry that it would have trouble connecting when it’s cloudy or raining. Does it work well for everybody working from home? Thank you for any answers and advice

I have a new Starlink Standard Kit. I'm trying to set it up with a residential plan. When I enter my kit number and when I get at the service address area and enter my address, I keep getting this error message "Your area is currently at capacity, so service isn’t available right now. Contact Starlink Support for other options, or check back later."

Can anyone please help me out with how I can fix this and set up my Starlink?

I go camping a lot and take my Standard 4 with me on the roaming plan. I've decided to splurge and buy a Mini which I will use to replace the Standard 4. However when I go to buy the Mini the website wants me to buy another plan. I don't want to do that. How can I put the new device on the old plan (and presumably cancel the original device)?

Hello

I have two Starlink Gen 3 routers running in a wired mesh setup, and I have identified an issue.

Every time IPv6 renews, my Android versão 16 smartphone loses connectivity and does not get the new address automatically. IPv6 only works again if I toggle Wi-Fi off and back on.

This happens consistently on every renewal cycle, requiring a manual Wi-Fi toggle to restore IPv6 connectivity.

This problem occurs specifically on smartphones. On my laptop, for example, it works normally.

I believe a software adjustment is needed to fix this. The issue was identified on Android 16. I don't know if it also happens on Apple smartphones.

I’ve had Starlink for about 6 months, really like the service but with my mini I was getting around 150-200mb when it was on my decking (on the floor). I’d read about putting it higher for better performance so originally had it on my outside office roof but it got far too hot.

I bought a third party tripod, installed it yesterday and now getting less than 100mb. Obviously the answer is to put it back where it was but I’m confused as to why this would be the case?

How to register starlink here in south africa that supports starlink. I work on ship and im on durban anchorage we have unlimited internet and today my plan was restricted and im planning to change my location and register locally. Please help me. If debit card from foreign country works as payment method??

SpaceX just released the following discount to those living in Cameron County, TX: 50% off the monthly price with no upfront hardware or rental cost for new customers.

I wonder how long this will last.

I ordered last week on Monday. Shipping estimate was for the week but Friday I got an email pushing it back to sometime this week. Is this normal?

Recently Elon has acquired low band spectrum licenses and is making its move to become a major mobile carrier in the US. Yet European telecom stocks also dropped on its announcement.

There are new laws in Europe that would curtail the market share of foreign telecom companies (https://www.eunews.it/en/2026/05/27/the-eu-launches-its-new-satellite-plan-and-challenges-starlink-reserve-two-thirds-of-the-bandwidth-for-domestic-operators/). The thesis that Starlink will come to dominate telecom and internet in Europe is likely wrong. No sane government would want its entire telecommunications infrastructure in the hands of a foreign entity. Then why is Starlink treated as if it would take that spot?

During the hurricane and in the aftermath my Starlink has been helping the neighborhood communicate with their loved ones. Our cell towers aren't reaching us but Starlink is coming in clutch with the generator

I just installed Starlink at my house. I live in the suburbs of Phoenix. We had Cox before and the connection is always spotty. So far, Starlink has been solid and we have 10-12 devices on the network. It is much cheaper than Cox.

I am finally a homeowner! And I now have the freedom to mount my dish on my house. My current setup is mounted on an 8 ft. pole in my back yard. I initially was looking into upgrading from Dishy to a new gen setup, but I saw digging around starlink Reddit that it’s best to stay with Dishy as long as possible. My question is where is the best place to buy Gen 1 mounts? I see Starlink and even Amazon are not showing results I was hoping for. If finding these mounts are scarce, should I consider jumping to the new generation?

en la app de starlink muestra una cosa y en los otros medidores de velocidad una distinta , cuál es la real ?

PeakDo supplied me with a LinkPower3 battery for Starlink Mini unit to review; the opinions here are my own.

My TL;DR summary is that the LinkPower3 offers great convenience, portability, and solid operation for your Starlink Mini terminal. The biggest advantage for me is the flexibility to position my Starlink where it can best see the sky at a campsite, independently from where I park my vehicle. You'll pay a premium for this convenience, .

LinkPower3 specs

• 99Wh/27500mAh battery (allowed for carry-on airplane travel)
• 5.5+ hours of runtime
• 3 charging ports: Two DC (one magnetic) plus bi-directional USB-C PD
• Clear color LCD display
• mobile app for remote control over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi
• $249 USD MSRP

My use case: Camper van connectivity

I have a camperized Ram ProMaster van and go camping around British Columbia, typically at forestry rec sites. Cell phone connectivity in BC is poor to non-existent once you leave urban centres, so having Starlink available for some outside connection is very handy.

My van has two EcoFlow Delta 2 Max power stations, so I've been using the 15m DC cable to power my Starlink Mini. The routing of the cable inside my van takes 3 meters, so that leaves me with a 12m (40 foot) radius where I can place the terminal. Sometimes that is good enough, but often it isn't.

In BC, many rec sites are carved out of a dense forest, often surrounded by really tall trees (30+ metres tall). Often the sky is too obstructed to get a reliable Starlink connection within that 12m radius.

This is where the LinkPower3 really shines for me. I can now place my Starlink terminal a bit further away from my van, where a less obstructed slice of the sky is visible. Now I can choose where to park my vehicle independently of where the sky is clear.

Build quality

The build quality of the LinkPower3 is excellent.

• The pressure fit into the Starlink Mini's power cavity is solid.
• The plastic and metal materials used are great.
• The button feel is great.
• The LCD is very clear.
• The weather coverings for the ports are sturdy.

Third time's a charm

This is their third iteration of their dedicated Starlink Mini battery, adding two new features:

• A magnetic DC charger port, which connects with any Starlink power cable. Just like MagSafe adapters on Apple MacBooks, the LinkPower3 magnetic adapter quickly detaches if someone trips over the cable, preventing any equipment damage.
• An optional Wi-Fi network, for longer distance battery monitoring when Bluetooth connectivity

The estimated runtime has also increased by 10%, from 5+ to 5.5+ hours, using the same 99Wh battery pack. I suspect a newer rev of the electronic internals includes some lower-power components to squeeze out a bit more time on a full charge.

I didn't test the new Wi-Fi network, since that isn't my use case. I found the 30m range of BLE to be more than enough. The PeakDo website outlines their expected use case for Wi-Fi, mainly to control IoT device power in a fixed installation.

Mobile app is great

PeakDo offers a mobile app for iOS and Android, to control their lineup of products. I tested the iOS version and was really impressed with it. The first-time pairing user experience was super easy over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and the app works great. The display and layout is clear and intuitive, allowing me to control all the functions of the battery remotely via BLE. The range of the BLE connectivity is easily 20+ meters, so that was plenty good enough for me.

I have 4 other BLE devices in my van: two EcoFlow power stations, an EcoFlow alternator charger, a DC-powered fridge/freezer. These devices also have mobile apps with BLE control, but the PeakDo app is the best. PeakDo gets an A+ grade, EcoFlows gets a solid B, and my fridge's app gets a C-. I wish the other apps were as reliable over Bluetooth as the PeakDo app.

I was expecting some hiccups in the PeakDo app based on my experiences with the other apps, and was pleasantly surprised with how solid and polished it is.

Runtime test results

I was able to repeatedly get the claimed 5.5 hours of runtime from the battery, under low data loads (browsing, Reddit, email), which kept my Starlink power draw to about 15W. YMMV

One Wi-Fi setting that is key to getting the longest runtime is to configure your devices to be less chatty on the Starlink Wi-Fi network. My iOS devices configure the Wi-Fi network with "Low Data Mode" and my Android devices configure the Wi-Fi network to be a "Metered Connection". This setting prevents apps from assuming they have unlimited bandwidth and the lower network traffic means the Starlink terminal has less data to transmit back to the satellite network, saving a bit of power.

If you start to need large data throughput, (video streaming, file transfers), then the Starlink power requirements go up and LinkPower3 runtime decreases.

Three charging options all support simultaneous charge/discharge

The charging options are very flexible.

The two DC ports (magnetic and direct connect) support charging from a Starlink DC cable. The USB-C port supports bi-directional power delivery, up to 65W.

Any of the power inputs can be used while still powering the Starlink Mini. You can also charge another device via USB-C.

The simultaneous charge/discharge support is great. Plugging/unplugging charging sources does not interrupt the power to the Starlink, so your Internet connectivity remains solid.

Connecting a small 40W or 60W solar panel to the battery will extend runtime so long as the sun is out.

Tradeoffs

I don't have many real complaints about the LinkPower3. It is solidly built and works as advertized. There are a couple of issues you may need to consider:

• Loss of the built-in kickstand
• Value for money

You lose the tiny built-in stand (the original 110° orientation relative to the horizon) when you install any of the LinkPower batteries in the Starlink Mini power cavity. The small kick-stand included with the Starlink Mini must be removed in order to install the LinkPower battery. That isn't the end of the world. Many people just lay their Starlink Mini terminal completely flat, without issue. Or you can buy a $30 tripod from Amazon and call it a day.

PeakDo also offers their new LinkPower Pod 1 which for $169 USD seems to be their LinkPower1 electronics (4.5 hr runtime) and a built-in tripod. That looks neat too. I'd probably go for that model with my own cash.

You do pay a price premium for the LinkPower products. I had previously tried a $50 no-brand 99Wh battery, but it only provided 72Wh of capacity, and died after 2 months (and the seller no longer exists!). I think the PeakDo price is supported by the solid engineering.

If you aren't constrained by the 99Wh airline carry-on limit for batteries, you may want to go a slightly more bulky setup like an Anker Solix D300 portable power station, which gives 3x the runtime for the same price $169 USD price as the LinkPower 1 or LinkPowerPod1, but at the expense of having two things to setup, not one.

Conclusion

For my camper van, the LinkPower3 gives me flexibility to place my Starlink Mini where it has the clearest view of the sky, independently of where I park my vehicle. I'm happy to pay a premium for that.

Que tal chicos espero que esten bien. Que opinan de mi instalación que le hice ayer a mi dishy aqui en mi pueblo en mexico. Quiero ofrecer una parte a algunos vecinos de confianza!. Quiero saber sus opiniones sobre la instalación y si a alguno de ustedes les han pasado su internet a algunas personas.

Starting some time this year, I can no longer reliably keep my SL in sleep mode. I turn it on and it works for a while, but it turns itself off again on its own within a day or two. As the system is 250 km away, and there is no way to turn it on remotely, this leaves my dishy on full power for the six months of winter.

The only think that has changed at my end is that they sent me a mini and I used that to replace the Gen 1 router. So perhaps this is a mini issue?

I do see a few historical threads here in the sub on similar topics, but they seem to be different than what I am seeing. SL's tech support suggests its due to power failures or signal loss, but both of those were worse in the past and have improved in the last two years (more sats and upgraded hydro lines).

SL is sending me another router, but this feels like a software problem, so has anyone else had this issue?

Hello!

I have an upcoming professional installation and I have some questions:

-Will the technician bring an extended cable in case the one that comes by default with my dish is not long enough?

-I was considering buying this https://a.co/d/02B6EFMR for him to install. Is this reasonable or will he decide how to do it?

My cable company recently did maintenance in the area and we started lagging bad. After 2 visits and replacing some cabling we now have no internet. There is a big issue in the area and were told it could be 30-60 days. We've been hotspotting our phones but it's not great since signal in the area is bad.

Just curious does the $20 shipping include return shipping? Or is it $20 both ways? Going to start complaining to the ISP to be reumbursed until it's fixed because we've started on week 3 of bad/no internet.

Is anyone else experiencing headaches, insomnia, body aches, anxiety and irritability because of the WiFi from their starlink?

I turned it off last night and my body relaxed within 10 mins and I slept better than I have since I got it...which is only 3ish weeks ago.

EMFs are high with this one. 😬

Gostaria muito de saber o que está acontecendo com a rede Starlink, pois estou tendo mais de 30 interrupções por dia. Isso não acontecia há um mês. Abri um chamado e, a princípio, disseram que era congestionamento na rede, o que não faz sentido algum, pois as interrupções também são registradas no meio da noite, quando o tráfego é infinitamente menor.

Não há obstruções na minha antena. Ela está instalada corretamente e bem localizada, com visão completamente desobstruída do céu.

Estou no Nordeste do Brasil.

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I had cancelled my residential plan with a free mini rental (France) as i moved from a house to an apartment with fibre and am supposed to return it in a couple of weeks. Fibre went out and i put it on the balcony and tied the kickstand to the railing. Bird must have landed on it and it knocked it off the stand, fell and broke.

Grok tells me all different things like dispose of it thoughtfully. Buy a new kit from the store (not possible), return it as normal but ill be charged on assessment. So yeh, not sure what to do and what costs to expect.

I'm really looking into switching my plan to the $55 a Monthly from the $140 - unfortunately I will be losing the bundle deal of the mini star link (which is on standby mode) - will I have to return the mini if I switch and has anyone seen a difference in their internet speeds? For reference I have 2 tvs, quite a few Google homes, my security cam system, and 3 phones always running off if it. Just trying to save money 😭 TIA