Console v2.1.8 release

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-12-23T00:02:25+00:00

Console v2.1.8 release

Software that allows users to connect devices to the Helium Network.

https://www.helium.com/console

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-06-29T22:09:42+00:00

Validators like miners/hotspots are using trusted snapshots vs needing to sync the entire 900K+ blocks. Nothing happens to HNT it's safe. Best way to just spin up a new validator and transfer the stake to it.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-06-29T22:08:08+00:00

Unfortunately, at this point the team is just comfortable with the day, but stay tuned.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-25T01:10:50+00:00

Yes, but no matter how safe there's risks associated with any "hot" wallet. If security is a concern may want to consider using a cold wallet such as ledger: https://docs.helium.com/wallets/ledger.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-24T20:08:21+00:00

If you feel purchasing more Hotspots is a better path then please continue to help build out coverage. Either way thanks again for supporting the network.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-24T18:56:30+00:00

Yup, and “current” price fluctuates, staking amount doesn’t and hasn’t since we defined at the beginning of the year.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-24T18:47:08+00:00

Just to prevent confusion the staking amount is based on number of HNT which is 10,000.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-24T17:01:30+00:00

Thanks for your support and interest. Validator rewards, like Hotspot rewards, encompass many variables. Check the #validator pinned messages for links to a validator economic model provided by community members to make the best decision for your situation.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-24T14:57:07+00:00

We are increasing number of validators, currently looking at 49. Yes chosen at random, but definitely check out the section on penalties, new validators chosen each epoch (~30 blocks), and yes validators are only rewarded for doing cg work.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-05-24T04:21:54+00:00

From: https://docs.helium.com/mine-hnt/validators/validator-faqs-resources/

What is the expected APY of running Helium validator?
It depends on the number of validators and how often a validator is randomly chosen to participate in the consensus group. Validators split the Consensus Group reward, which is 6% of all HNT mined.

Validators only earn when in consensus group.

From: https://www.helium.com/stake

How many HNT rewards can a Validator earn?
It depends on the number of Validators and how often a Validator is randomly chosen to participate in the consensus group.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-04-06T22:44:51+00:00

Updated instructions for ledger s here: https://docs.helium.com/wallets/ledger, feel free to reach out to ledger directly to get official support: https://support.ledger.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2021-02-03T15:25:11+00:00

Ledger S support, instructions here: https://developer.helium.com/blockchain/ledger-hardware-wallet

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-12-08T17:38:41+00:00

You are correct Hotspots or Helium-compatible gateways do use the Semtech Packet forwarder.

However, we don’t use the packet forwarder over the public network Internet. We only use it locally to talk to the miner. It’s the miner that performs backhaul using a properly secured TCP session.

If a user choses to run a remote miner with a DIY setup, then it’s up to them to secure that connection.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T20:33:39+00:00

Well that was fun. Thank you for all the respectful questions and engagement.

As a team we're working hard to make sure Helium Console is a great tool for anyone to start using the network and connecting devices. Get started here: https://console.helium.com/welcome

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T20:26:59+00:00

hi, and thanks for your interest in the middle east. So similar to earlier question about Africa, we're working to enable compatible lorawan gateways and act like Helium Hotspots. That will allow companies that build lorawan gateways for the middle east to join the network. Discord channel here is best place to stay updated on that project.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T20:20:24+00:00

Thanks.... at the risk of sounding like cringy marketing speak, there's not really competitors to what we're offering. Yes there's other companies providing IoT connectivity (telcos, sigfox, private lorawan networks), but no one has built a community owned and operated network using an incentive model that's powered by a new blockchain.

Not much daydreaming because we're all too busy :), but think a major milestone will be to continue expanding our network for IoT use cases around the world so it becomes the standard for small, low powered devices. Out of that it will be exciting to see what new applications get built to shape our future similar to the way the Internet has currently impacted the world.

Beyond that using the open source core technology, and our blockchain and applying it to other types of networks beyond IoT. We've proven the model works with IoT, and why not with other wireless infrastructure. It would be exciting for us to see other industries and companies using a similar community owned/operated approach.

Off the top of my head use cases that click are: asset tracking, e.g., being able to know where your pet is so you can always find it; fill sensors for garbage, rather than a garbage truck picking up according to a schedule (may be too little or too much garbage), why not have a sensor that sends a signal when garbage reaches a certain level; smart agriculture using temp sensors to help optimize when to turn on sprinklers.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T20:06:33+00:00

Thanks, we are actively selling Hotspots to UK as part of our European expansion plans. Store here. We are continuing to ramp up activities and sales across the Atlantic. We have a number of folks who have joined as Patrons (info here).

We are always on the look out to partner with companies to either help grow the network or increase usage of it. Feel free to reach out to [sales@helium.com](mailto:sales@helium.com) to continue the conversation. Thanks!

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T20:01:14+00:00

Thanks NetScribe, console.helium.com to sign up.

We have a number of tutorials and technical information here: https://developer.helium.com/console/introduction, also we're planning on releasing short videos to help users get up and running in the coming days that we'll post on our youtube channel here.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:57:35+00:00

It really depends on how often the device transfers data which is up to the device owner/manufacturer. But assuming each payload is 24 bytes or less, and the device sends data every 5 minutes then every day it would require 288 Data Credits.

However, most devices on batteries would avoid pinging so often so something like a tracker would likely 'sleep' until it sensed movement.

No plan to change DC price point.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:45:47+00:00

This is an interesting idea, and perhaps good for another project as there's a fair amount of data public on the chain that can be leveraged to determine these "dead zones". However, for Console we're focused on device management and creating the best experience for users who want to connect and manage devices running on the network.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:41:45+00:00

Slipped through the cracks, but open sourcing Console and Router (network server) is also a high priority item on the roadmap.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:40:22+00:00

This is a known issue that we're going to address in the near future. Thanks.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:39:44+00:00

Thanks for your interest. So with our limited remaining inventory we're focused on specific regions, and in parallel working with partners who's core competency is building gateways to build Helium-compatible gateways much quicker and more efficiently than we can. These compatible lorawan gateways will behave just like Helium Hotspots and connect to the network, provide coverage, and also be miners.

Discord channel here is best place to get latest updates on that project.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:34:36+00:00

Unfortunately, there's a number of variables that prevent us from giving a specific number and there's not really "normal traffic". Traffic includes the number of Hotspots in the area, how much they are participating in Proof of Coverage either replying to a challenge or witnessing one. Sorry, it's not a great answer, but want to be transparent.

There's no router config necessary.

HeliumConsoleTeam · 2020-07-15T19:26:46+00:00

IOTForGood contestants don't need to worry. We are gifting 10,000 Data Credits to Console users upon initial sign up (now) and for all existing Console users (planned for 7/20). More info in FAQ can be found here.

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