I posted this at the digital rv forum, but thought I’d post it here as well.

I know several folks are considering mobile internet right now, so I thought I’d provide an update.

I’m using the KR1 with Verizon’s Data plan (if you haven’t read before).

So far, the KR1 is working well here in VA.  In total, I’ve used the setup in NH, MA, NY, PA, & VA.

While in PA I was on extended network on my phone, and could not connect to the Verizon data network.  10 minutes from where I stayed there was Verizon coverage!  Go figure.

I’ve noted a new “flakey” item with the KR1, or the Verizon network.  Not sure which it is.  When I first start it up, I will lose connectivity within 5 minutes.  I’ll restart it, and it will happen again.  After a final reset (the KR1 resets itself, or I reset it) everything is cool, and the thing will stay up for hours until I turn it off.  I suspect it has more to do with the wireless network connection and less to do with the KR1.

My best bet at testing this theory is to hook up the card to my windows laptop and see if I keep a connection, or if I have to reconnect several times.  I’ll try that out tonight.

So far though I’m happy with my purchase & my plan.  Before you get one of these, check out the provider’s claimed coverage and see if it suits your needs for where you plan to travel.  I’d love to have satellite some day, but for the moment I think my network access needs are covered.