What is the company's policy about web usage. Is there a fee? Do they reserve the right to charge a fee? Is remote access via a website or an app?Thanks.
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Remote access is either by website from a PC or by an app. I use my laptop most of the time and it is very easy to set a program and make changes. For mobile, I use the ipad/iphone app. The app is mostly useful just for changing the temp, for example, when you find yourself going home several hours early and you want to change the set point.
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No monthly fee, and you get your own Web Portal on the internet, and they have an app you can use if you want. The app can be downloaded from http://www.ecobee.com/solutions/home/smart/The following is an excerpt from the ecobee site http://www.ecobee.com/solutions/home/smart-si/:Your very own ecobee Web Portal. -- "When you get an ecobee Smart or Smart Si thermostat, we'll give you access to your own personal and secure web portal to manage all aspects of your Smart thermostat. It doesn't matter where you are - all you need is an Internet connection. And if you think that's good, there's also no annual fee!" No monthly fee, and you get your own Web Portal on the internet, and they have an app you can use if you want. The app can be downloaded from http://www.ecobee.com/solutions/home/smart/The following is an excerpt from the ecobee site http://www.ecobee.com/solutions/home/smart-si/:Your very own ecobee Web Portal. -- "When you get an ecobee Smart or Smart Si thermostat, we'll give you access to your own personal and secure web portal to manage all aspects of your Smart thermostat. It doesn't matter where you are - all you need is an Internet connection. And if... » Read More No monthly fee, and you get your own Web Portal on the internet, and they have an app you can use if you want. The app can be downloaded from http://www.ecobee.com/solutions/home/smart/The following is an excerpt from the ecobee site http://www.ecobee.com/solutions/home/smart-si/:Your very own ecobee Web Portal. -- "When you get an ecobee Smart or Smart Si thermostat, we'll give you access to your own personal and secure web portal to manage all aspects of your Smart thermostat. It doesn't matter where you are - all you need is an Internet connection. And if you think that's good, there's also no annual fee!" « Show Less
466548
At the time I had one earlier in the year there was no fee to use the remote access web portal or via their free app. While the unit was well designed the portal was not, hopefully they have updated it since July.
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In the original implementation - probably 5 years ago now- they did have a monthly service fee - but quickly discarded it . I am not aware of any reserved rights - and I have not been charged for either of my 2 devices. Remote access is to their server.... via an app - they have one for desktops and another for smartphones both are excellent. I am very impressed with how well these 2 devices enable us to save meaningful money on HVAC costs. Also, it shows me year over year comparisons - with and without degree days adjustments. There are a ton of features - but all readily accessible. Hope that helps. In the original implementation - probably 5 years ago now- they did have a monthly service fee - but quickly discarded it . I am not aware of any reserved rights - and I have not been charged for either of my 2 devices. Remote access is to their server.... via an app - they have one for desktops and another for smartphones both are excellent. I am very impressed with how well these 2 devices enable us to save meaningful money on HVAC costs. Also, it shows me year over year comparisons - with and without degree days adjustments. There are a ton of features - but all readily accessible. Hope... » Read More In the original implementation - probably 5 years ago now- they did have a monthly service fee - but quickly discarded it . I am not aware of any reserved rights - and I have not been charged for either of my 2 devices. Remote access is to their server.... via an app - they have one for desktops and another for smartphones both are excellent. I am very impressed with how well these 2 devices enable us to save meaningful money on HVAC costs. Also, it shows me year over year comparisons - with and without degree days adjustments. There are a ton of features - but all readily accessible. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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The only apps available are preloaded by JVC. They are Netflix,Pandora (music only) and Vudu these are the only sites which can be streamed via the internet. There is NOT a browser on this model JVC, therefore the only internet access is by the 3 preloaded apps. You cannot add additional sites that will give you other streaming content. NO BROWSER. You will need to add a Roku or BluRay... some similar device that provides access via WI-Fi or ethernet. The TV itself has WI-fi and Ethernet access for Netflix. Pandora and Vudu but without a browser present, you are stuck with those only. Sorry... the set is great and I have fought that battle with JVC. I was told that they were going to add some other apps, but not a browser... that was over a year ago with no luck. I hate to say this but their "Marketing Hype" in the literature is very mis-leading.
1037626
No cost after purchase, to do anything locally. To control offsite via web... Maybe?
208432
Nope nothing else to add for the most part as far as charges go. I think my bill is like 90 a month, but its 40 for my plan, 30 for the internet and I think 15 or so for texts. The way I look at it is while its high price IMO, it breaks down to about a dollar a day for internet. For me its worth it. There are apps for myspace and facebook so while I don't nessarliy use the browser everyday I do use the internet part every day.
1150538
Hi. You get what is the latest advertised on the website. I activated the 29$ plan and got 500mb and unlimited talk plus what is said on the website. I guess the 50mb and 250min were part of an old plan?
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there is an initial turn on fee, then a monthly pay as you go fee. the monthly rates vary depending on the frequency of data down load- 1 sec. up to 5 mins. Find their web site for accurate rate info. they are also available by phone for questions , even prior to purchase. that tel. # is also on the website-great customer service and easy to use the product and program ( I am not real tech savvy).
1064700
This is like your phone. You have to get the WiFi from a company before use it. Yes, you have to pay monthly fee for the company when using the WiFi ,just like pay the WiFi for the phone.
2099315
Hi Heather!Thank you for your inquiry!There is no monthly fees with this unit, the software and support areincluded.Please let me know if I can assist you with anything else!AisteBisonOffice
309177
One must upgrade to the unlimited employees package; there's only two options with QBs - up to three employees, or unlimited (and the latter is only available with the online edition, period!). It's about a $100 more if I recall correctly, which quite honestly, is difficult to do with all the disturbing and extremely costly add-ons, fees, upgrades, additions, support, services, etc., which QBs perpetually assesses for the seemingly minor details and pompous efforts they provide to assist their patrons with their product. Apparently, this process is quite intentionally designed to limit service, comprehensive accessibility and ease of use to the consumer, while incurring greater costs as he/she becomes aware of the "bait and hook." And rather exorbitantly at that. Tread with caution. You will likely pay in excess of $600/yr to utilize this program effectively. Everything with QBs, which I believe ought to be simply included with the program, comes at an additional, and very unwelcome fee. Trust me. Look into the other free, online programs which provide a very similar service, without all the hype, unnecessary control and expensive fees for your small business. Essentially, QBs has got me very tightly wrapped around their little greedy fingers. The software itself is alright, but they design (and are constantly redesigning) it to be much more complicated than warranted in an obvious attempt to offer you support at a significant drain to your small business resources. If you're loaded, go for it. If not, I highly recommend you look elsewhere.
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It was not a mandatory fee unless they recently changed policy. It's main function for me was to see old video clips on line. After first year I did not see much value and terminated the service. I can still see live video from my phone. With all past videos stored on my PC I don't feel losing anything important.
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What online watching fee? The DVR acts as a server which you can access remotely via PC or mobile device. You just have to hook it up via a router and setup DDNS if you have a dynamic IP. (See my Amazon product review for setup details)
1135544
I had Vonage for years and they were a huge problem, kept changing the game plans. This is the same technology but you don't have to pay Vonage fees, your average with Skype is around $7 average per month. Google Vonage fraud. Eye opener. They tried to tell me the conract was for 2 years and it was 1 year, really crazy stuff.
366192
Sorry, I purchased this for another person at work and forwarded the information to him. I am not familiar with the policy.
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Although I initially said I didn't know, perhaps I can say something that will let you know what to ask a network or provider specialist if you know one. i used this router to set up a private network so I could allow my tablet computer to talk with my digital camera for the purpose of remote controlling the camera. What all else you can do with it is beyond my scope. I was however told by someone who does know it can be used as a hotspot for other devices logging into an online account but I do not know how to go about that. Since it is 3G/4G I would assume you would require a data plan with a 3G/4G provider such as Sprint, AT&T;, Verizon, etc. Although I initially said I didn't know, perhaps I can say something that will let you know what to ask a network or provider specialist if you know one. i used this router to set up a private network so I could allow my tablet computer to talk with my digital camera for the purpose of remote controlling the camera. What all else you can do with it is beyond my scope. I was however told by someone who does know it can be used as a hotspot for other devices logging into an online account but I do not know how to go about that. Since it is 3G/4G I would assume you would require a data plan... » Read More Although I initially said I didn't know, perhaps I can say something that will let you know what to ask a network or provider specialist if you know one. i used this router to set up a private network so I could allow my tablet computer to talk with my digital camera for the purpose of remote controlling the camera. What all else you can do with it is beyond my scope. I was however told by someone who does know it can be used as a hotspot for other devices logging into an online account but I do not know how to go about that. Since it is 3G/4G I would assume you would require a data plan with a 3G/4G provider such as Sprint, AT&T;, Verizon, etc. « Show Less
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You can control over the web, They also have an app for the iPhone not sure for android. I use it to over see my vacation house in another state.This was the cheapest way that I found without paying for a serves.
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Not at all. The only fee paid, is for the ISP service you are connecting the device to. The device itself is 100% free to operate.
471717
These devices are connected to a local computer, which does not need access to the Internet. However, if you want to use "remote veiwing," which I'm sure you will, then the computer to which they are connected needs Internet access.