Google Fi Phone

[Jerry Woodward]

Originally Posted by CaptTom

Is that a regular thing, or was it a promotional offer?

That's a very handy thing to have. I've been looking at Fi for a while now. If they offer a 2nd SIM suitable for a data connection on the SAME plan, that clinches the deal!

No, it's a regular thing. All you do is ask on line and they send it to you. I haven't had a chance to check it out in a foreign country but in Florida it works very well and data speed is great. I was Skyping while cruising up the ICW without a hitch. Fi will also pick out the best carrier for where you are so less chance of dead zones.

[CaptsWife]

Hey, Duane. Google Fi worked great in the Berries. Had service almost everywhere. Mid-cays, we lost it, but then picked it up from Chub Cay again, I think.

[Glassgow22]

Hey guys, great discussion! I'm looking to get google fi, but I was wondering in general how close to shore you would need to be roughly to pick up a good enough signal for email with a cell booster? can you be 1-2 miles off shore and still get a decent signal? 5,10 miles offshore? Thanks for any input!

[CaptsWife]

Originally Posted by Glassgow22

Hey guys, great discussion! I'm looking to get google fi, but I was wondering in general how close to shore you would need to be roughly to pick up a good enough signal for email with a cell booster? can you be 1-2 miles off shore and still get a decent signal? 5,10 miles offshore? Thanks for any input!

With a Shakespeare booster, I can still get a signal up to 12 miles off shore. Usually can't receive calls, but texts and messaging works fine.