Starhub UltraSpeed 3Gbps/5Gbps/10Gbps plans

[Henry Ng]

Google/Cloudflare DNS are for sure more stable than the local ISPs' DNS servers.

Among local ISPs, probably Singtel is the only one which seems to be quite okay with its DNS servers.

Anyway, it is fine to use ISPs' DNS servers if you do not have issues. Then again many others have no issues with Google/Cloudflare DNS servers either.

Using a third-party free DNS service may not necessarily guarantee faster performance than your ISP's DNS in Singapore. The speed of DNS resolution can depend on various factors, including the geographical location of the DNS servers, the quality of the internet connection, and the current load on the DNS servers. Third-party DNS services like Google Public DNS or Cloudflare DNS are often optimized for speed and reliability, and they can provide faster resolution times compared to some ISP-provided DNS servers. However, this is not universally true; in some cases, an ISP's DNS may be more efficient due to proximity or specific configurations tailored for local traffic. My question is can free DNS support 10Gbps internet speed?

 

[Henry Ng]

Firefox with private browsing is very fast.

 

[Henry Ng]

Most of the ISPs tech supports have no clues anyway.

But never mind you can continue using SH DNS if it works for you.

It is working nicely for me and most people i know. The actual problem with SH is their price for Homehub+ no good.

 

[sglandscape]

The main use case for running own DNS is ability to apply dns blocking rules first, secondly for stability, and thirdly for privacy.

Using a third party DNS server does not allow the first objective to be achieved.

 

[Henry Ng]

I can't trust these isp enough since odex case. anyway, using 3rd party dns also allows me to surf sites that mda blocks.

If you can not trust singapore isp, then how can you trust 3rd party DNS? This does not make sense. Some sites may be can allow you to surf MDA blocked sites but usually such blocked sites are danger sites or useless porn sites so what is the point of surfing such sites. Odex case? How much you really know about it? If just read or heard what some others say or wrote then you can forget about it. I will never mention such case that i have no personal knowledges.

 

[Lynxlok94]

Since switching to Starhub 5Gbps w/ HB710, I noticed everyday around 10+~midnight, my connection turns to ****.
Streaming on TV YT drops to 360p, and phone speedtest also shows significant drop in speeds.
Any suggestion on possible ways to troubleshoot? So far it seems to regularly happen at night the timing mentioned, but hard to say cause I'm not home rest of the time usually anyway.

 

[Henry Ng]

The main use case for running own DNS is ability to apply dns blocking rules first, secondly for stability, and thirdly for privacy.

Using a third party DNS server does not allow the first objective to be achieved.

Yes this is true. We can also use the router firewall to do some basic filtering. Some router got dangerous sites filtering.

 

[Henry Ng]

Since switching to Starhub 5Gbps w/ HB710, I noticed everyday around 10+~midnight, my connection turns to ****.
Streaming on TV YT drops to 360p, and phone speedtest also shows significant drop in speeds.
Any suggestion on possible ways to troubleshoot? So far it seems to regularly happen at night the timing mentioned, but hard to say cause I'm not home rest of the time usually anyway.

Report to technical support for help.

 

[toc1975]

The main use case for running own DNS is ability to apply dns blocking rules first, secondly for stability, and thirdly for privacy.

Using a third party DNS server does not allow the first objective to be achieved.

You can use Cloudfare for families. Check the below article
https://blog.cloudflare.com/introducing-1-1-1-1-for-families/

Malware Blocking Only

Primary DNS: 1.1.1.2

Secondary DNS: 1.0.0.2

Malware and Adult Content

Primary DNS: 1.1.1.3

Secondary DNS: 1.0.0.3

For IPv6 use:

Malware Blocking Only

Primary DNS: 2606:4700:4700::1112

Secondary DNS: 2606:4700:4700::1002

Malware and Adult Content

Primary DNS: 2606:4700:4700::1113

Secondary DNS: 2606:4700:4700::1003

 

[Henry Ng]

While using a third-party DNS server can enhance your privacy, it will not completely stop your ISP (Internet Service Provider) from knowing what content you have downloaded. Here's a breakdown of why:
What a Third-Party DNS Does:
* Translates Domain Names: DNS (Domain Name System) is like the internet's phonebook. When you type a website address (like "example.com"), a DNS server translates that into the website's numerical IP address (like "192.168.1.1") so your computer can connect to it.
* Privacy Benefit: By using a third-party DNS server (like Cloudflare, Google Public DNS, or others), you prevent your ISP's DNS servers from logging which websites you visit. This can offer a degree of privacy for your browsing activity, as your ISP won't have a direct record of every website you request.
Why It Doesn't Hide Downloaded Content:
* Traffic Visibility: While a third-party DNS hides the name of the website you are connecting to during the initial lookup, once the connection is established, all the internet traffic, including downloads, still passes through your ISP's network infrastructure.
* Connection Information: Your ISP can see:
* The IP address you are connecting to: Even though they don't know the domain name from the DNS request, they can see you are communicating with a specific IP address. While they might not immediately know what content is hosted there, they can potentially infer it over time or through traffic analysis.
* The volume of data transferred: ISPs monitor the amount of data you upload and download. Large downloads are easily noticeable.
* The type of traffic: They can often identify the protocols being used (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, BitTorrent).
* The ports used: Certain types of downloads use specific ports, which can give clues about the content.
* HTTPS Encryption: If the website you are downloading from uses HTTPS (the secure version of HTTP, indicated by a padlock icon in your browser), the content of your download is encrypted. This means your ISP cannot see the exact files you are downloading. However, they can still see:
* You are connected to a specific IP address.
* A large amount of data is being transferred.
* The connection is using HTTPS.
* The domain name is often revealed through the Server Name Indication (SNI) during the initial TLS handshake, although newer protocols like Encrypted Client Hello (ECH) aim to address this.
* Unencrypted Downloads: If you are downloading files over an unencrypted connection (HTTP or FTP), your ISP can potentially see the specific files being transferred.
* Legal and Regulatory Requirements: In many jurisdictions, ISPs are required to retain certain logs of internet activity for a specific period for legal and regulatory purposes.
In summary, using a third-party DNS primarily enhances the privacy of your website browsing history by preventing your ISP from directly logging the domain names you visit. However, it does not encrypt your overall internet traffic or hide the fact that you are downloading content, the amount of data involved, or the IP addresses you are connecting to.
To further enhance your privacy and hide your downloaded content from your ISP, you would typically need to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). A VPN encrypts all your internet traffic and routes it through a server in a different location, making it much harder for your ISP to monitor your online activities, including downloads.

 

[Beateratorrr]

Are there any other places that sell HB710 or is Starhub the only place to get them? I Tried Carousell but every listing that I approached is reserved/sold.

Also, does any other mesh systems work w hb710 or is getting another hb710 the only way to extend coverage?

 

[SkyShroud]

Hello all

I am on the StarHub 5gbps Nokia ONR plan for the last 2 months. Feel that it gets disconnected quite often vs my old m1 line. not sure why. Should I reset the ONR to refresh it or need some admin password from StarHub and can’t do it by myself

Also, I tried to set up DNS to 1.1.1.1 on the Nokia app but it doesn’t seem to work and keep reverting back to default (which I assume is StarHub dns)
I went into the webgui but I can’t even find DNS option in the advanced settings. Is there a way to change the DNS?

Since there is no DNS option in the router, it simply means you cannot change it in the rotuer. You can only use custom dns via your computer or smartphone setting. Tedious to set them all up but that's all you can do, unless you have your own router but I doubt that is the case for ONR.

 

[uncle_josh]

If you can not trust singapore isp, then how can you trust 3rd party DNS? This does not make sense. Some sites may be can allow you to surf MDA blocked sites but usually such blocked sites are danger sites or useless porn sites so what is the point of surfing such sites. Odex case? How much you really know about it? If just read or heard what some others say or wrote then you can forget about it. I will never mention such case that i have no personal knowledges.

This have nothing to do trust or not. SH have repeatedly failed in their DNS that is causing more issues to their users that people already losing faith in them.

Those cloudflare/google dns are used globally and SH dns user base is only 300k+ and they can't manage it well.

You can continue to us them(SH DNS) since you have so much faith in them but I feel it is not right to run those 3rd party dns as not trustworthy.

 

[Henry Ng]

i feel 3rd party more trustable. There are tv show streaming sites which are blocked.

First of all why are the sites blocked? What are the issues pertaining to the use of those sites? Do you know that no body is above the law and the law apply to everyone? The world is not so simple.

 

[Henry Ng]

This have nothing to do trust or not. SH have repeatedly failed in their DNS that is causing more issues to their users that people already losing faith in them.

Those cloudflare/google dns are used globally and SH dns user base is only 300k+ and they can't manage it well.

You can continue to us them(SH DNS) since you have so much faith in them but I feel it is not right to run those 3rd party dns as not trustworthy.

I was using 3rd party DNS for a year and got 1 or 2 times down and also a bit slower so I changed back to ISP DNS. Even you used 3rd party DNS, ISP will still know what you downloaded too and just do not know what sites you connected to initially. Law enforcement organisation should be able to obtain the full information with the help of their working partners. If you think 3rd party DNS is good then please continue to use 3rd party DNS. I think ISP DNS is better and safer.

 

[Henry Ng]

See this AI search using my mobile phone:

While some free DNS providers prioritize user privacy, others may collect and potentially sell user data for various purposes, including targeted advertising. It's crucial to carefully review the privacy policies of any free DNS service you consider using to understand their data collection practices.
Here's a breakdown of the privacy considerations with free DNS:
Potential Privacy Risks:
* Data Logging and Profiling: Some free DNS providers might log your DNS queries, which reveals the websites you visit. This information can be used to build a profile of your online activity, including your interests, shopping habits, and more. This data can then be sold to third parties, often for advertising purposes.
* Lack of Encryption: Many free DNS services do not encrypt your DNS queries. This means that your internet service provider (ISP) and any third parties monitoring your network traffic can see the websites you are trying to access.
* DNS Hijacking: Less reputable free DNS servers might be vulnerable to hijacking, where malicious actors can redirect your web requests to phishing sites or websites serving malware.
Free DNS Providers with a Focus on Privacy:
Some free DNS providers prioritize user privacy and implement measures to protect your data:
* Cloudflare (1.1.1.1): Cloudflare states that they do not sell user data and keep logs for only 24 hours for debugging purposes, after which they are purged. They also support strong encryption methods like DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) and DNS-over-TLS (DoT).
* Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4): Google's privacy policy for Public DNS states that they do not use personal information collected to target ads and do not correlate or associate this information with your activity on other Google services, except for security and abuse prevention. They do keep temporary logs for these purposes, but permanent logs are anonymized.
* Quad9 (9.9.9.9): Quad9 is a non-profit DNS service that focuses on security and privacy. It blocks access to malicious websites and does not log personally identifiable information.
* DNS.SB: This free DNS resolver emphasizes privacy, stating that only the user and the websites accessed know the browsing history. They offer encrypted DNS services (DoH and DoT) and have a no-logs policy.
* Verisign Public DNS (64.6.64.6, 64.6.65.6): Verisign states that they will not sell your public DNS data to third parties or redirect failed queries to ad-serving sites.
How Free DNS Providers Make Money:
If a free DNS provider claims not to sell user data, they might have alternative ways to fund their service:
* Sponsorship: Large telecommunications providers or other organizations might sponsor free DNS services.
* Upselling Premium Services: Some free DNS providers also offer paid premium versions with additional features, and the free service can serve as a way to attract potential paying customers.
* Part of a Larger Business: For companies like Google and Cloudflare, the free DNS service might be part of a broader ecosystem of services. It can enhance their reputation, provide valuable network insights for security purposes (without necessarily linking it to individual users for advertising), or support their other business offerings.
* Domain Registration Fees: The fundamental infrastructure of DNS is supported by fees collected from domain name registrations. Organizations managing root servers and top-level domains utilize these fees.
Recommendations:
* Review Privacy Policies: Always carefully read the privacy policy of any free DNS provider to understand their data collection and usage practices.
* Consider Encryption: Opt for DNS providers that support DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) or DNS-over-TLS (DoT) to encrypt your DNS queries.
* Check Reputation: Research the reputation and track record of the DNS provider. Look for independent reviews or audits of their privacy practices.
* Balance Privacy with Other Needs: Consider your priorities. While some free DNS services offer strong privacy, others might focus more on speed or security features like content filtering. Choose a provider that best aligns with your needs.
In conclusion, while not all free DNS services sell user data, it's a potential risk. By being informed and choosing providers with clear privacy-focused policies, you can mitigate this risk and enjoy the benefits of a free DNS service without compromising your online privacy.

 

[Lynxlok94]

Are there any other places that sell HB710 or is Starhub the only place to get them? I Tried Carousell but every listing that I approached is reserved/sold.

Also, does any other mesh systems work w hb710 or is getting another hb710 the only way to extend coverage?

As long as it is EasyMesh compatible they can mesh. Or you could just use any secondary as an AP?

 

[toc1975]

Are there any other places that sell HB710 or is Starhub the only place to get them? I Tried Carousell but every listing that I approached is reserved/sold.

Also, does any other mesh systems work w hb710 or is getting another hb710 the only way to extend coverage?

Ideally all Aginet Routers should mesh well. So I bought one additional HB410 to mesh with the free HB710 using wired backhaul. The routers meshed easily and the handover was very smooth. Only issue is that HB710 has 6GHz band while HB410 does not have it. So I disabled the 6Ghz band on HB710, since there were only 2-3 devices in my home using it.

I also bought a EX510 for 20$ from Carousell to use in another room using wired backhaul. That is also working well in mesh, but the handover is not as smooth as above.

 

[Henry Ng]

Ideally all Aginet Routers should mesh well. So I bought one additional HB410 to mesh with the free HB710 using wired backhaul. The routers meshed easily and the handover was very smooth. Only issue is that HB710 has 6GHz band while HB410 does not have it. So I disabled the 6Ghz band on HB710, since there were only 2-3 devices in my home using it.

I also bought a EX510 for 20$ from Carousell to use in another room using wired backhaul. That is also working well in mesh, but the handover is not as smooth as above.

Actually HB710 is available online too and it is not that expensive.

 

[SkyShroud]

Any starhub user able to ping 2406:ef80:2:897f::a ??