Does Ride Mobile Rely on Satellites?
Ride Mobile does not rely on or connect you to satellites. Satellites require special antennas and receivers that can be costly. Ride Mobile requires nothing more than a newer cell phone and eSIM capability to connect you to more than 640 cellular networks worldwide. If cellular data service is available where you are traveling, Ride will seamlessly connect you.
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What Does Ride Mobile Cost?
There are no activation or set-up charges, and no special equipment required. Simply download the free Ride Mobile app from the App Store, create an account, select a Plan, pre-pay for it and activate the Plan when you’re ready. Pricing varies by ...
When Should I Turn on Ride Mobile?
When you have an active plan on your account, Ride Mobile should always be enabled to connect you to data service when you lose coverage from your Primary Carrier or when roaming internationally. It is important to check if your “Cellular Data ...
Can I use a Ride Mobile eSIM on my iPad?
Absolutely! If your iPad has dual eSIM capability you can use the Ride Mobile Data Service. Remember, your Ride Mobile Data Service supplements your connectivity when your primary carrier isn't available. You can quickly check if your iPad has an ...
How Do I Know When Ride Mobile Is On?
Look at your signal strength bars. If you see two rows then Ride Mobile is activated on your phone. If you are still unsure, go to the My Plan page in the Ride Mobile App and confirm that your plan is activated. Then check: Settings > Cellular/Mobile ...
Can I Use Ride Mobile When Traveling Internationally?
Ride provides international data roaming service in more than 40 countries worldwide to most popular travel destinations around the world. You can select your Destination in the Ride Mobile app and pick the best plan to meet your needs and time in ...