A:AnswerThe device is wireless but does require you to have power. You can move the device and plug it in the other location but it will have to boot back up. It would be nice if it had at least a small battery but it doesn’t.
A:AnswerNo they do not need the physical portal device in their house but will need a device that has the Facebook messenger installed. The portal can work portal to portal or portal to another device with Facebook messenger.
A:Answeryes and a facebook account. You can use public internet but you have to connect. You can receive calls from the portal on your cell phone as long as you download the facebook messenger app. Got one for family member in nursing home and was able to set up with there internet.
A:Answer;You could contact Assurant Wireless at:
https://www.assurancewireless.com/lifeline-services/states/florida-lifeline-free-government-phone-service
And apply for a free cellphone and use it as hotspot.
Is free. Go to that website and apply for lifeline service.
If approved they send you a free cellphone and you can use it for hotspot service if you like. It isnt unlimited though.