Starlink
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BigBlue1
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It appears the chip shortage was already beginning in 2020. Starlink didn't really start shipping until late 2020 or early 2021 so there wasn't really a 'before the supply chain issues' scenario. It's been pretty clear that tons of different industries are having problems predicting or adapting to the supply chain problems so I don't find a way to fault a company for having difficulties predicting delivery times, especially when it's not just the electronic device (the dish & terminal) but also satellite production and rocket launches.
Yes, the high desire for the service and the continuing changes in estimates causes angst for potential customers. I guess I'm willing to cut them a break due to the entirety of the situation along with the fact that what they have delivered has been remarkable and fantastic for customers who actually get the service.
BigBlue1
Veteran Member
LOLZ!!Looks like we have us quite a starlink fan boy
Glad he was able to set everyone straight
Hilbilly
Veteran Member
So last night I was having issues with Starlink speed. I did several speed tests and I got anywhere from 8.2 to 9.8 Mbps down and 8 to 12 Mbps up. This morning it is 16 to 20 down and .3 to 6.8 up. Sent them a request for feedback at 8:09 AM. Lets see how long it takes to get an answer and what it is.
UP until last night the slowest speeds that I tested were in the range of 80 to 260 down and 11 to 25 up. Seems like something has happened, since this is happening over an extended time period.
UP until last night the slowest speeds that I tested were in the range of 80 to 260 down and 11 to 25 up. Seems like something has happened, since this is happening over an extended time period.
NoTrespassing
Veteran Member
Beta testing, volunteer basis, I volunteered, no promise was made that I remember with regard to a date when equipment would arrive, only an estimate. Supply chain issues and disease have impacted and continue to impact many industries.
NoTrespassing
Veteran Member
Data caps here, if my phone shows 5g it's 1 bar, LTE is usually 4 or 5 bars. We have 100 gigs per month LTE that can only handle one device streaming and 2 phones with 15 gig tethering per month.
Hilbilly
Veteran Member
According to a bunch of news articles it came out of Beta stage in Oct 2021. So I wonder what is causing my slower service.
Agreed that Covid, lockdowns and all the supply issues have affected almost all industries in a negative way.
Seems like many are beating a dead horse. Starlink did a great job initially or they did a poor job. Its a matter of opinion and unless you agree with my opinion, you are wrong, lol
Agreed that Covid, lockdowns and all the supply issues have affected almost all industries in a negative way.
Seems like many are beating a dead horse. Starlink did a great job initially or they did a poor job. Its a matter of opinion and unless you agree with my opinion, you are wrong, lol
kcflhrc
Veteran Member
At some point you can and will have congestion and slow speeds whether it be fiber to your home or Hughesnet. Just the way it is. The Internet pipes are only so big. When I run a speed test on our network it stays on our network. But when you leave our network all bets are off.
grsthegreat
Super Star Member
I can relate. When i first signed up to hughnet speeds were great. Then over time it kept getting slower and slower. Soon, why not just use dialup.
i wonder if starlink is limiting uses during beta to keep numbers (speeds) high for publication. But i may just be talking outof my butt.
I think its out of beta now. They claim they are limiting the number of people per cell to keep it fast and no data cap. So far I am very happy with it vs the other options available at my location.(hugesnet or 4g). The 4g works good in the early morning but slows to almost nothing 4pm-10pm.
