Avoid Being Late to the Conversation
Today, chat apps like Slack have become a lifeline for folks staying in touch across the globe. For many users with Slack installed on their iOS or Android device, instant messaging and chat has come to replace other forms of communication, such as email and text message. Instantaneous message delivery and mobile notifications have radically shifted the landscape of professional communications on smartphones and tablets.
The trouble is, Slack, just like every other messenger service and IM application, requires fast, stable connectivity in order to function properly on-the-go. While text-based chat and rich media like images and videos can fail to send and interrupt your conversations and productivity. Apps like Slack become ultimately unusable without a strong LTE or Wi-Fi connection.
Should you have a backup 4G, 5G, Starlink, or cable internet connection?
Yes — every internet connection goes down, including Starlink, which drops for ~34 minutes a day on average. A backup connection from a different provider means one outage never takes you fully offline. The most common options are a 4G/5G cellular hotspot, a cable or DSL line, or a second satellite dish.
4G/5G cellular
Works anywhere. Just a SIM or hotspot — no installation needed.
Learn more →Cable / DSL
Best for fixed locations. Different network, so outages rarely overlap.
Learn more →Second Starlink
Adds redundancy and throughput for remote sites or heavy usage.
Learn more →Speedify bonds any two connections into one — automatic failover, more speed, no dropped calls.
Try Speedify free →How Speedify Can Help You Stay Connected
With Speedify running on your iOS or Android device, you can prevent the issue of of unreliable and interrupted Slack chat altogether. Just install the Speedify app on your smartphone or tablet, and we will take care of the rest by combining your mobile data and Wi-Fi to give you fast, unbreakable connectivity when you’re on-the-go. For Slack users, Speedify Mobile offers enhanced reliability and the speed necessary for text chat, rich media sharing, and even smooth VoIP calling no matter where you are.
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