The advantage of the G4 is the ability to type in APNs directly, if you use a local sim (far cheaper, and usually faster service). For example, an Orange SIM is cheaper than any package that Glocalme offers for europe (and it works in all countries). The G3 is still best (longer battery life, but you can only do 5 devices).
I think much of the deciding factor for investing in this is going to come down to the data costs. But even though after quickly glancing as a non client those costs seemed high, I still think that in my situation this would be a good investment and I am looking at some second hand options as well.
I recommend the duo turbo by glocal me over these 2 models. These are great at keeping you connected anywhere. Traveling out the country is the best reason to have one. Second is if your in a area that your cell phone provider as weak service. I travel to different cities ok business and having this with me keep me with a reliable way to stay connect it my service on my phone is weak.
@@DaveBeyTV thanks for this excellent advice! Those 2 reasons actually apply! Although my move to Italy will eventually be semi permanent and I would probably be more frugal with simply acclimating to their options, I am still what some consider to be a “starving artist,” so this often means finding myself in legal/marketing grey areas in an effort to either save a buck or to maximise flexibility. Currently, my painting studio has crappy albeit free WiFi, often leaving me with my humble Mint mobile plan as my primary wifi, not ideal, especially if one resides in a “non residential” space!
@@SolarPunk80 yes it will get expensive if you use it as your primary internet. But if you use it moderately when you need to surf the web with out frustrations this will come in handy. When I was in Europe for 2 months both Italy and Germany. I used the WiFi internet to stay connected and make calls back home in the US. Texting , FaceTime and FaceTime audio and surfing wherever I was out of my hotel WiFi Range I use the GlocalMe.
@@DaveBeyTV thanks again! Might you have any suggestions, for a us sim card service to be used in conjunction with these devices? Sorry if my question shows how little I understand about this stuff, I am trying to see if T-Mobile has any options that don’t also force me to buy the T-Mobile specific device, although maybe that could be a better solution for me while I’m still at my studio in the USA? I guess now I am asking more through the lense of affordability…
@@SolarPunk80 I’ve only used GlocalMe’s cloud sim. It if your using T-Mobile your best best is to get the T-Mobile 5G hotspot with a T-Mobile device can cancel it before you leave. I pay $51 a month for my 5G hotspot plan. Of course there a fee for the drive as well. I’m not sure what speeds you’ll get with TMobile using GlocalMe devices
100 percent for international travel. With the virtual sim it makes it easy to purchase data in the country your visiting. To date I used it in Mexico, Spain, Morocco, Italy and Germany
Great video! Question about the U3: what if you don’t have internet on your phone and haven’t yet bought a data plan for your U3 either… then you can’t really get internet through the U3 because for that you’d first need to buy a plan through the internet (which you don’t yet have)…? Or does the Glocal app connect to the u3 via bluetooth..?
OK there's probably an obvious answer to this but this device will allow me to travel and I can connect my cell phone to this hotspot,? Basically, I wouldn't need to use a sim card from another mobile carrier in the country I'm in, and I can continue using my WhatsApp from my phone, right? Edit: Great, you answered my question in the video. Thank you so much!
I am curious about the different data plans they offer. How fast does it eat up data? Does it eat it up super fast like your cellphone hotspot data if I have it connected to my laptop? 10 G’a goes up like smoke 💨 in no time that way. I didn’t hear you talk about that. Any vids in that? I’m going to continue to surf and see what else ya got. Thx 🙏
They best for having internet in the clutch, emergency, or traveling outside your local area. They will eat up data compared to a unlimited plan with a major carrier
Thank you for the video. I’m looking for something to help with Wi-Fi I’m a mobile Dj. I use Wi-Fi to access my music files on the cloud. Do you think this would be good for that type of situation? And you said the company itself has a plan you can purchase? Instead of going out and getting another phone line? Thank you for all your help in advance.
In my experience this device isn’t good for streaming of music. I’m unable to steam my Apple Music with GlocalMe, I haven’t tired any other players so I’m not sure about other platforms. I’m my experience GlocalMe is good for having good internet connection anywhere you travel. This connection is good for web surfing, social media, emails, FaceTime and Audio calls. Not good for streaming: RUclips Netflix etc. you can stream these platforms but the massive data consumption is not worth it on a pay as you go plan with GlocalMe cloud sim.
@@redbugg99 not a thing. We are on a fixed income so I have an old prepay phone plan that does not include data but it only costs me 100 dollars per year. Wifi is so widely available that I rarely need data plan and the minimum data plan purchase for my iPad is 25 dollars while the Glocal lets me get enough to get by for 11 dollars - really helps me save money as these days u just can’t afford to be without internet access! Also, my iPad is soon to be eliminated from AT&Ts cell service and the Glocal will fill in that change nicely! It will allow me to push back need to purchase new iPad letting me derive greater utility from my current iPad. Folks with big budgets and most recent releases of technology prob wouldn’t find much use for this device but for anyone on a budget it lets one purchase a data plan on an as needed basis which is great for my budget!
It’s works great as long as you’re able to get a signal from a tower. I’ve been in wooded places where I didn’t get reception but I’ve also Been in places where my cell phone signal is non existent but GlocalMe was able to provide WiFi. It’s all depends on location. Overall you’re best chances of having Signal is with glocal me
Thanks for the review. Is there throttling for any of the data plans? also, I'm trying to decide between a Skyroam or a Glocalme device. I just need something for fast reliable internet for a day or two when I take day trips to Utah (Moab area). I would use it in a hotel in town, so not out in the middle of nowhere. What plan or device would you recommend for fast reliable wifi for video conferencing and working remotely? Do you know if Glocalme might have better coverage or signal in Moab for example vs. Skyroam?
I’m not familiar with skyroam I’ve never used them. I have owned many glocal me products. Currently the one I’m using is the dual turbo that came out a few month after I made this video. With global me you’ll get up to 4G speeds but it really depends on the area. Global me will pick the best tower in the area and use that one. I recommend glocal for internet access on go and for traveling. When I’m in a hotel I use the hotels WiFi. I use the net gear beryl travel router as a middle man between the connections for keeping my data safe and secure. In my experience glocal me is really clutch when I’m traveling to other countries or if I’m in a bad reception area for my network which is ATT. I hope some of this help, another option could be some of the nomad wireless internet solution that a lot of Full time RV campers use.
@@redbugg99 GlocalMe takes a standard sim and virtual sim. If you buy a SIM card from a carrier I won’t know what kind of plan you have to know if it’s unlimited or throttled. For there virtual sim I’ve only purchased at most a 3GB plan that is unlimited until you run out. GlocalMe isn’t the device for high volume streaming. At least for me, I use it for travel to stay connected and to surf social media and FaceTime. For high volume and unthrottled internet i suggested looking into the nomad product. You also must understand that everyone’s service area will yield different results. What make glocal me reliable is that it’s not tied to one tower or services provider.
I have an older U2 model and thinking of getting a new Glocalme device. Speaking only about cloud sim use, I realize the data speeds are dependent on the area and location but would a newer device have better hardware that would improve data speed in any way? I'm not seeing any significant spec changes to the devices. Thanks
I haven’t done a video on it yet but the duo turbo is the best GlocalMe device to update too. Is has two moderns that’s are consisting monitoring the best signal
They also have a new 5G device coming as well. So you might want to wait for that. I’ll be doing a review on the duo turbo the mini turbo and the new 5G once I have it
@@DaveBeyTV WHY the h*** would ANYONE want 5G - when those waves deplete your brain function?????????????? Your phone will do everything, everything you need on 4G
Dear sir This router we can use local sim data? Like a other router? Please give me your advice? Because i have data sim here Saudi Arabia that's why i am asking
@@DaveBeyTV sir thank you so much for reply. Sir i have one more questions? Sir about g4 . What about speed. If i am using data sim. Get good speed? If you don't mind can you please reply me sir. Already ordered from AliExpress sir. Sir your experience about g4
@@shameeralivp5315 GlocalMe says they support speeds up to 4G with both the cloud sim and the physical sim. I haven’t used a physical sim as I haven’t had the need to. But what I’ll do is I’ll order a physical sim and do a speed test and see if there’s a different
I have the best success with using the cloud sim. I suggest using GlocalMe cloud sim and buy a North American plan. That way if you don’t use all your data it will still work in the US. If your just travel to Mexico that’s my recommendation. If you’re moving to Mexico maybe a SIM card from Mexico will be best.
@@brandon8365 no not off top, they have many different plans based on the country or region you select. You can download the GlocalMe app and view currents plans.
A PlayStation will eat your data up. They have different data plans as pay as you go. 1gb, 3gb, 10gb etc. the data plans are very expensive compared to unlimited plans offered from internet and cell phone providers. These mobile hotspots are good for surfing the web, checking email, social media, texting/FaceTime etc. not good for steaming music/podcast, gaming, Netflix,long hours on RUclips etc.
@@serena9763 yes it will absolutely work for that application. However I would recommend a mobile hotspot from t-mobile or Verizon as they offer unlimited plans. GlocalMe is pay as you go and depending on Your usage you can be page a lot of money with a prepaid plan. GlocalMe is great for traveling and having reliable internet connection almost anywhere. It using cloud sim and get cellular signal from the closes tower available. T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T etc. that’s a plus because it doesn’t depend on on just one service provider. But if you’ll be mainly on one location I recommend a unlimited plan with one of your local carriers.
We just got the U3 after watching this...have to say the service is terrible (0.93 Mbs download) and it already sucked 300MB for merely running a network test and contacting their support, would NOT recommend!
When I use this device I make sure I turn off the app background refresh to avoid unnecessary data usage. Are you using cloud sim or local physical sim?
@@DaveBeyTV We merely ran a speed test using the browser on a laptop so, that was it. We sent it out for a refund and so far only got a for the data package ($80) that we couldn't use, it's been a very frustrating experience so far.
Thank you for a straight forward review. There's too much fluff on most channels. Not here. GREAT stuff.
The advantage of the G4 is the ability to type in APNs directly, if you use a local sim (far cheaper, and usually faster service). For example, an Orange SIM is cheaper than any package that Glocalme offers for europe (and it works in all countries). The G3 is still best (longer battery life, but you can only do 5 devices).
Thank you for this review. Straight to the point.
Honest review. Thank you for making this video!
My pleasure!
I think much of the deciding factor for investing in this is going to come down to the data costs. But even though after quickly glancing as a non client those costs seemed high, I still think that in my situation this would be a good investment and I am looking at some second hand options as well.
I recommend the duo turbo by glocal me over these 2 models. These are great at keeping you connected anywhere. Traveling out the country is the best reason to have one. Second is if your in a area that your cell phone provider as weak service. I travel to different cities ok business and having this with me keep me with a reliable way to stay connect it my service on my phone is weak.
@@DaveBeyTV thanks for this excellent advice! Those 2 reasons actually apply! Although my move to Italy will eventually be semi permanent and I would probably be more frugal with simply acclimating to their options, I am still what some consider to be a “starving artist,” so this often means finding myself in legal/marketing grey areas in an effort to either save a buck or to maximise flexibility. Currently, my painting studio has crappy albeit free WiFi, often leaving me with my humble Mint mobile plan as my primary wifi, not ideal, especially if one resides in a “non residential” space!
@@SolarPunk80 yes it will get expensive if you use it as your primary internet. But if you use it moderately when you need to surf the web with out frustrations this will come in handy.
When I was in Europe for 2 months both Italy and Germany. I used the WiFi internet to stay connected and make calls back home in the US. Texting , FaceTime and FaceTime audio and surfing wherever I was out of my hotel WiFi Range I use the GlocalMe.
@@DaveBeyTV thanks again! Might you have any suggestions, for a us sim card service to be used in conjunction with these devices? Sorry if my question shows how little I understand about this stuff, I am trying to see if T-Mobile has any options that don’t also force me to buy the T-Mobile specific device, although maybe that could be a better solution for me while I’m still at my studio in the USA? I guess now I am asking more through the lense of affordability…
@@SolarPunk80 I’ve only used GlocalMe’s cloud sim. It if your using T-Mobile your best best is to get the T-Mobile 5G hotspot with a T-Mobile device can cancel it before you leave. I pay $51 a month for my 5G hotspot plan. Of course there a fee for the drive as well. I’m not sure what speeds you’ll get with TMobile using GlocalMe devices
This video was very helpful to me. Thank you!!!
When you travel with it internationally does it always give good signal would you recomend the glocalme hotspots for travelers?
100 percent for international travel. With the virtual sim it makes it easy to purchase data in the country your visiting. To date I used it in Mexico, Spain, Morocco, Italy and Germany
Great video! Question about the U3: what if you don’t have internet on your phone and haven’t yet bought a data plan for your U3 either… then you can’t really get internet through the U3 because for that you’d first need to buy a plan through the internet (which you don’t yet have)…? Or does the Glocal app connect to the u3 via bluetooth..?
You can purchase data from your phone using the app. Recently I noticed that GlocalMe let’s to connect for free to purchase data.
The battery life is awesome but the data plans are a bit expensive.
Very helpful and insightful review!
OK there's probably an obvious answer to this but this device will allow me to travel and I can connect my cell phone to this hotspot,? Basically, I wouldn't need to use a sim card from another mobile carrier in the country I'm in, and I can continue using my WhatsApp from my phone, right?
Edit: Great, you answered my question in the video. Thank you so much!
Nice
I am curious about the different data plans they offer. How fast does it eat up data? Does it eat it up super fast like your cellphone hotspot data if I have it connected to my laptop? 10 G’a goes up like smoke 💨 in no time that way. I didn’t hear you talk about that. Any vids in that? I’m going to continue to surf and see what else ya got. Thx 🙏
They best for having internet in the clutch, emergency, or traveling outside your local area. They will eat up data compared to a unlimited plan with a major carrier
Thank you for the video. I’m looking for something to help with Wi-Fi I’m a mobile Dj. I use Wi-Fi to access my music files on the cloud. Do you think this would be good for that type of situation? And you said the company itself has a plan you can purchase? Instead of going out and getting another phone line? Thank you for all your help in advance.
In my experience this device isn’t good for streaming of music. I’m unable to steam my Apple Music with GlocalMe, I haven’t tired any other players so I’m not sure about other platforms.
I’m my experience GlocalMe is good for having good internet connection anywhere you travel. This connection is good for web surfing, social media, emails, FaceTime and Audio calls. Not good for streaming: RUclips Netflix etc. you can stream these platforms but the massive data consumption is not worth it on a pay as you go plan with GlocalMe cloud sim.
@@DaveBeyTV that's great info - I was thinking about it for uploading vid on the Tube
Nice gadgets to buy . Thanks to the technology.
Extremely helpful! Hit all of the things that I needed to know. Thank you!
A topical troll... " just what I needed"
How much did you get paid
@@redbugg99 not a thing. We are on a fixed income so I have an old prepay phone plan that does not include data but it only costs me 100 dollars per year. Wifi is so widely available that I rarely need data plan and the minimum data plan purchase for my iPad is 25 dollars while the Glocal lets me get enough to get by for 11 dollars - really helps me save money as these days u just can’t afford to be without internet access! Also, my iPad is soon to be eliminated from AT&Ts cell service and the Glocal will fill in that change nicely! It will allow me to push back need to purchase new iPad letting me derive greater utility from my current iPad. Folks with big budgets and most recent releases of technology prob wouldn’t find much use for this device but for anyone on a budget it lets one purchase a data plan on an as needed basis which is great for my budget!
So helpful, thank you!
Is this good for hiking? Or does this not work like that?
It’s works great as long as you’re able to get a signal from a tower. I’ve been in wooded places where I didn’t get reception but I’ve also Been in places where my cell phone signal is non existent but GlocalMe was able to provide WiFi. It’s all depends on location. Overall you’re best chances of having Signal is with glocal me
Thanks for the video!
Just purchased it. Good reviews.
Condo nice! Thanks
Thanks for the review. Is there throttling for any of the data plans?
also, I'm trying to decide between a Skyroam or a Glocalme device. I just need something for fast reliable internet for a day or two when I take day trips to Utah (Moab area). I would use it in a hotel in town, so not out in the middle of nowhere. What plan or device would you recommend for fast reliable wifi for video conferencing and working remotely? Do you know if Glocalme might have better coverage or signal in Moab for example vs. Skyroam?
I’m not familiar with skyroam I’ve never used them. I have owned many glocal me products. Currently the one I’m using is the dual turbo that came out a few month after I made this video. With global me you’ll get up to 4G speeds but it really depends on the area. Global me will pick the best tower in the area and use that one.
I recommend glocal for internet access on go and for traveling. When I’m in a hotel I use the hotels WiFi. I use the net gear beryl travel router as a middle man between the connections for keeping my data safe and secure. In my experience glocal me is really clutch when I’m traveling to other countries or if I’m in a bad reception area for my network which is ATT. I hope some of this help, another option could be some of the nomad wireless internet solution that a lot of Full time RV campers use.
@@DaveBeyTV Thanks - sounds like I might need to look at other options for a faster reliable connection. Appreciate your take on it.
@@DaveBeyTV you did not answer the question
Is the data limited or unlimited having a Unlimited sim "throttle"
@@brentmarquez4157 exactly.... he never answered your question 👍
@@redbugg99 GlocalMe takes a standard sim and virtual sim. If you buy a SIM card from a carrier I won’t know what kind of plan you have to know if it’s unlimited or throttled. For there virtual sim I’ve only purchased at most a 3GB plan that is unlimited until you run out. GlocalMe isn’t the device for high volume streaming. At least for me, I use it for travel to stay connected and to surf social media and FaceTime. For high volume and unthrottled internet i suggested looking into the nomad product. You also must understand that everyone’s service area will yield different results. What make glocal me reliable is that it’s not tied to one tower or services provider.
Could this be used for Hotspot for Thinkware U1000 Dash Cam ?
Does Glocalme U3 work inside airplane during flight?
No, I tired lol
Hopefully someday...
Excellent video
Thank you. Very good video.
I have an older U2 model and thinking of getting a new Glocalme device. Speaking only about cloud sim use, I realize the data speeds are dependent on the area and location but would a newer device have better hardware that would improve data speed in any way? I'm not seeing any significant spec changes to the devices. Thanks
I haven’t done a video on it yet but the duo turbo is the best GlocalMe device to update too. Is has two moderns that’s are consisting monitoring the best signal
They also have a new 5G device coming as well. So you might want to wait for that. I’ll be doing a review on the duo turbo the mini turbo and the new 5G once I have it
@@DaveBeyTV WHY the h*** would ANYONE want 5G - when those waves deplete your brain function?????????????? Your phone will do everything, everything you need on 4G
Thank you bro
Is this good for connecting gaming consoles if like the wifi went out or something ??
I wouldn’t recommend it for gaming due to the massage data usage
Thank you
Can you do a DuoTurbo Review ?
Yes, I have the duo turbo. I’ll do a review on it soon. But I can say that so far it’s my new favorite
@@DaveBeyTV Thank you, you are awesome. By all accounts, I will await your review (:
@@DaveBeyTV No review dual turbo yet.? :-(
This review is 100 - Thanks!
Troll
INTERNET IN THE POKET WHEREVER WE GO.
I need one of these things how much is the service?
It’s pay as you go. The are expensive but perfect for keeping you connected, especially for traveling
How does GlocalMe compare to TravelWifi? Both have eerily similar products. Who copied who?
They may be the same company lol. But I’d stay GlocalMe me was 1st, they have more products and they are a publicly traded company.
Dear sir
This router we can use local sim data? Like a other router? Please give me your advice? Because i have data sim here Saudi Arabia that's why i am asking
Shameer Ali Vp yes all GlocalMe WiFi hotspots supports the SIM card
@@DaveBeyTV sir thank you so much for reply.
Sir i have one more questions? Sir about g4 . What about speed. If i am using data sim. Get good speed? If you don't mind can you please reply me sir. Already ordered from AliExpress sir. Sir your experience about g4
@@shameeralivp5315 GlocalMe says they support speeds up to 4G with both the cloud sim and the physical sim. I haven’t used a physical sim as I haven’t had the need to. But what I’ll do is I’ll order a physical sim and do a speed test and see if there’s a different
@@DaveBeyTV thank you sir
I'm in the US and I'm going to Mexico. Can I just buy a SIM card from Mexico and it work without buying a plan from the company?
I have the best success with using the cloud sim. I suggest using GlocalMe cloud sim and buy a North American plan. That way if you don’t use all your data it will still work in the US.
If your just travel to Mexico that’s my recommendation. If you’re moving to Mexico maybe a SIM card from Mexico will be best.
How much is the monthly pay for internet?
6:35
Do you have to have a contract for the data? When does it run out?
No contact, duration depends on the plan you choose. Some data comes with 30days others 365 days
@@DaveBeyTV do you know how much the 365 days one is?
@@brandon8365 no not off top, they have many different plans based on the country or region you select. You can download the GlocalMe app and view currents plans.
@@DaveBeyTV thank you!
Do these work on planes?
No
how fast is the internet?
I purchased the U3. Can anyone show me how to work it.
Can you use this with an iPhone?
Yes
Mine was dead when I got it and is having difficultys charging rn
Is this Unlimited Plan or Throttle?
If you use the cloud sim it’s pay as you go. No throttle
G4 Pro has an interactive web display "On"!
Is the U3 good for stream gaming?
No
It’s too slow and your data will be ate up really fast. You should look into a Netgear nighthawk with local carrier from your area
@@DaveBeyTV this comment was what I needed. Thank you!!
I asked how to use it was not looking for what it did
can we install waze ?
I don’t think so
where do i pay as you go
Trough the GlocalMe cloud services
Download the GlocalMe app
how to change the password, or the name of the network?
So basically they are selling a cheap Android phone with Android apps?
You never mention data
If I get a Unlimited sin card ... is the hot spot Unlimited!
That’s a questions for your Carrier. Where are you getting your SIM card from? ATT&T?
The hotel.....ughhhh..in Vegas trying to play my playstation. How much are you paying for data???
A PlayStation will eat your data up. They have different data plans as pay as you go. 1gb, 3gb, 10gb etc. the data plans are very expensive compared to unlimited plans offered from internet and cell phone providers. These mobile hotspots are good for surfing the web, checking email, social media, texting/FaceTime etc. not good for steaming music/podcast, gaming, Netflix,long hours on RUclips etc.
Can you put your own data sim in it
@@nickpagan5480 yes, I’m currently texting out four sim now and a video is on the way. Att, T-Mobile, google Fi, and gig sky
@@DaveBeyTV Do you think i'll be able to work from home with this.
@@serena9763 yes it will absolutely work for that application. However I would recommend a mobile hotspot from t-mobile or Verizon as they offer unlimited plans. GlocalMe is pay as you go and depending on Your usage you can be page a lot of money with a prepaid plan. GlocalMe is great for traveling and having reliable internet connection almost anywhere. It using cloud sim and get cellular signal from the closes tower available. T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T etc. that’s a plus because it doesn’t depend on on just one service provider. But if you’ll be mainly on one location I recommend a unlimited plan with one of your local carriers.
Bro frm columbus 🤣🤣
We just got the U3 after watching this...have to say the service is terrible (0.93 Mbs download) and it already sucked 300MB for merely running a network test and contacting their support, would NOT recommend!
When I use this device I make sure I turn off the app background refresh to avoid unnecessary data usage. Are you using cloud sim or local physical sim?
@@DaveBeyTV We merely ran a speed test using the browser on a laptop so, that was it. We sent it out for a refund and so far only got a for the data package ($80) that we couldn't use, it's been a very frustrating experience so far.
@@leonardovelazquez1029 I’m sorry to hear that. My experience with this device has always been solid.
Bro
44 comments 80% trolls 👎👎👎👎