How does Hexnode manage devices on mobile data or Wi-Fi?Solved

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1 week ago

Hey team! Quick question: are there any limitations when using unlocked phones on mobile data instead of Wi-Fi? I’m thinking about remote employees who might not always be on office Wi-Fi.

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7 days ago
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I was thinking the same thing. I’ve had a couple of remote devices that seemed slow when updating apps over mobile data.

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6 days ago
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Oh, that reminds me… what’s the difference between “locked” and “unlocked” phones? I always get confused.

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6 days ago
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Ah, @isaiah , it’s pretty straightforward. Unlocked phones can use SIMs from any carrier, so you can switch networks if needed. Locked phones are stuck with a single carrier. You can’t just swap SIMs around. 

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6 days ago
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Hey all! To clarify, Hexnode UEM manages devices the same way on both Wi-Fi and mobile data, whether they’re locked or unlocked. All tasks, such as pushing policies, installing apps, or sending remote commands, work as long as the device has a stable internet connection.

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5 days ago
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Okay, so even if a remote device is on mobile data at someone’s home or a branch office, updates and commands still go through?

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Hexnode Expert
5 days ago
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Yes. On weaker networks, some actions may take a little longer, but they will resume automatically once the connection is stable.

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5 days ago
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Ah, that’s reassuring. I was worried we’d have to force everyone onto Wi-Fi.

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4 days ago
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Yeah, and it explains why some of the bigger updates seemed slower, just the network, not Hexnode.

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4 days ago
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Makes sense. Nice to know remote devices are fully covered, no matter where they are.

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3 days ago
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Exactly. As long as the connection is decent, everything stays under control.

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3 days ago
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Perfect. Wi-Fi or mobile, locked or unlocked; we’re good to go!

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