Speedify Helps Enhance Starlink Internet
Burning Man may be a place to disconnect from the default world, but for many burners, maintaining some level of internet connectivity has become essential. Whether you're documenting your experience, staying connected with your crew, or running a business remotely from the desert, having reliable internet at Burning Man can make or break your festival experience.
Here's your comprehensive guide to getting the fastest, most reliable internet connection possible in the Nevada desert that allows you to both disconnect and be creative and connected, depending on your preference.
Should you get a second Starlink?
Is Starlink giving you great download speeds but weak uploads and random dropouts? Even with 100+ Mbps Starlink download speeds, many users get stuck with under 25 Mbps uploads, unstable connection issues.
A powerful way to upgrade your Starlink speed and stability is to run two Starlink dishes. But to actually combine both Starlink connections into one faster, stronger internet link, you need connection bonding software like Speedify.
Speedify bonds your Starlink dishes for more upload and download bandwidth, smoother Zoom and Teams calls, and far more reliable livestreams. And when one dish drops, as Starlink often does, the other instantly takes over without lag or interruptions.
If you want more reliable, faster Starlink uploads and downloads, bonding multiple Starlink connections with Speedify is the most effective way to level up your satellite internet.
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Use Speedify to increase your upload and download speeds: combine internet connection sources like Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G, Starlink and wired broadband
Combine Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G, Starlink and wired broadband to fix slow upload and download speeds
Speedify is the only app that seamlessly combines all of your connections, including Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G, Ethernet, and Starlink, into one stronger connection to keep you online and secure.
In most cases, Speedify will automatically detect and start using any available Internet connections on your device while intelligently distributing your online traffic between them for optimal performance. If you need help we have quick start guides available for most common set ups.
Combine personal hotspots for better upload and download speeds
Speedify's Pair & Share feature enables you to connect to multiple hotspots at the same time and wirelessly share LTE, 4G, and 5G cellular connections back and forth between multiple Speedify users on the same local network to create a faster, more reliable connection for everyone.
For the first time, it's possible to share cellular data between multiple devices, including PCs, Macs, iPhones and Androids. Use multiple phones as hotspots for internet access and get increased bandwidth and mobile failover for all paired devices.
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The Internet Reality at Burning Man
Gone are the days when Burning Man meant complete digital detox. Cell service has reached the remote parts of the Nevada desert, with cellular reception becoming increasingly reliable over the years. However, with over 70,000 participants all trying to connect simultaneously, traditional cellular networks quickly become overwhelmed, resulting in slow speeds and dropped connections.
The introduction of satellite internet solutions like Starlink has revolutionized connectivity at the event. Starlink terminals are now providing internet access at camps throughout the festival, offering a more stable alternative to congested cellular networks. This shift has fundamentally changed how participants experience the festival, though not without controversy among traditionalists who value the event's original emphasis on digital disconnection.
Available Internet Options at Burning Man
Cellular Networks
Major carriers like Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile provide coverage in the Black Rock Desert, but expect severely degraded performance during peak hours. Data speeds can crawl to a near standstill, especially during popular events and evening activities when usage spikes.
Starlink Satellite Internet
Starlink has emerged as the game-changer for Burning Man connectivity. With its low-earth orbit satellites, Starlink bypasses the cellular congestion issues entirely. Many camps now set up Starlink terminals to provide Wi-Fi access for their members and visitors. The service offers significantly better speeds and reliability compared to cellular during peak usage times.
Portable Hotspots and Routers
Some burners bring dedicated mobile hotspot devices or portable LTE routers to create their own mini networks. While these still rely on cellular towers, they can sometimes provide better performance than built-in phone hotspots.
Supercharge Your Connection with Speedify
While having multiple internet options is great, the real magic happens when you combine them. This is where Speedify's channel bonding technology becomes invaluable for Burning Man participants.
How Speedify Works
Speedify seamlessly combines all of your connections, including WiFi, 4G, 5G, Ethernet, and Starlink, into one stronger connection. Instead of being limited to a single connection's speed and reliability, you can leverage multiple sources simultaneously for enhanced performance.
The app's intelligent channel bonding technology ensures that if one connection drops or slows down, your internet session continues uninterrupted using your other available connections. This redundancy is crucial in the challenging networking environment of the playa, where connection quality can vary dramatically throughout the day.
Maximizing Your Burning Man Setup
For optimal performance at Burning Man, consider combining:
- A camp's Starlink Wi-Fi
- Your phone's cellular connection
- A portable hotspot device
- Any other available Wi-Fi networks
- A second portable Starlink.
Speedify automatically detects and utilizes all available connections, giving you the combined bandwidth and reliability of multiple internet sources.
Peer-to-Peer Cellular Sharing for the Win
One of Speedify's most powerful features for group settings like Burning Man camps is its cellular sharing functionality, called Pair & Share. This feature works like a turbocharged personal hotspot, but instead of just one device sharing its connection with another, once paired, both devices can share and receive each other's connections simultaneously.
The more devices you pair with, the more connections you'll have access to. This means if your campmate has a Verizon connection and you have AT&T, you can both benefit from the combined strength of both networks. The cellular connections on other devices on your Wi-Fi network become additional network connections that Speedify can use for bonding and seamless failover.
This collaborative approach to internet sharing is perfect for Burning Man camps where multiple people want to pool their connectivity resources. Instead of fighting over who gets to use the single best connection, everyone benefits from the combined power of all available connections.
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