GO! exec Unlimited Plan
The simplest way to use the GO exec without limits and prevent bill shock from data overages is to select the GO! exec Unlimited Plan when activating your SIM card. This plan provides unlimited data, subject to Iridium's fair use policy.
If you have already subscribed to the GO exec Unlimited Plan, please review the guide below for PredictWind's best practice advice based on our experience using messaging, social and connectivity Apps so you can use your GO exec most effectively and know what to expect.
How to configure your device and prepare it for App use with minimal data transfer
Before using Apps on your device with the GO exec, ensure it is configured to minimize background data usage. Follow these steps to optimize your settings:
Set the Wi-Fi network in your device settings to Low Data mode / Treat as Metered.
Enable Low Power / Battery Saver Mode.
iPhone/iPad - Low Data Mode
Low Data mode turns off background app refresh, automatic downloads and backups, pauses services such as iCloud Photos, and might stop some apps from using network data when you're not actively using them.
To configure your iPhone/iPad with Low Data mode:
Open your iOS device settings.
Tap the GO exec or DataHub Wi-Fi, e.g. IRIDIUM-62341 or PW-Hub-xxxx.
Tap the blue i to the right of the Wi-Fi network name to open the Wi-Fi network settings and tap to enable Low Data Mode.
Swipe down and tap to disable Private Wi-Fi Address, which may prevent the GO exec App from connecting to your device, then tap < Wi-Fi on the top left of the screen to return to the Wi-Fi settings menu.
If you have successfully enabled Low Data Mode, it will display No Internet Connection - Low Data Mode under the Wi-Fi network name when connected.
Android - Treat as metered
Configuring your Android device to treat the network as metered varies by Android version and manufacturer. Two step-by-step methods are:
Open your Android device Settings.
Tap Network and Internet > Internet.
Under Wi-Fi networks, tap to connect to GO exec or DataHub Wi-Fi.
Tap Network Usage and select Treat as Metered then tap the <- back arrow top left of the screen.
If you have successfully enabled Treat as Metered, the Wi-Fi network status will display Connected to device. Can't provide Internet/Metered.
Alternative Android method (Samsung)
Open your Android device Settings and tap Connections.
Tap Wi-Fi then tap to connect to to GO exec or DataHub Wi-Fi.
Tap Advanced, then select Metered network > Treat as Metered and tap Save.
If you have successfully enabled Treat as Metered, it will display Metered/Internet may not be available under the GO exec Wi-Fi network name when connected.
Please search your manufacturer's website if these steps do not work on your device.
Enable Low Power Mode / Battery Saver Mode
iPhone / iPad - Low Power Mode
On iOS devices, Low Power Mode adds to Low Data mode by pausing email fetch. In most cases, to enable Low Power Mode, drag down from the top right-hand corner of your unlocked device screen and tap on the Battery icon.
Alternatively, to enable Low Power Mode on your iPhone/iPad open your iOS device settings > Battery and enable Low Power Mode.
Android
On Android devices, enabling Battery Saver Mode can prevent background app activity. To enable Battery Saver on your Android device:
Open your Android device Settings.
Tap Battery > Battery Saver.
Enable Battery Saver:
Tap on Battery Saver or Power Saving Mode.
Tap on Turn on now or toggle the switch to activate Use Battery Saver.
How to enable Battery Saver mode on Android varies by phone manufacturer and Android version. For Samsung, it can be found in Settings > Device Care or Battery and device care. If you cannot find it, search your device's settings for 'battery' or the device manufacturer's website.
Move on to using Apps on the Unlimited Plan
You are ready to move on to GO exec - using apps on the Unlimited Plan.