A:Answer Good Afternoon, the Night Owl application can be used while using your smart device cellular data. For the best connection, we recommend having an internet connection for your DVR that provides 2 Mbps of upload speed or higher. Also, if possible, it is recommended using a wi-fi connection when connecting remotely. For any additional questions, feel free to contact us by calling 1-866-979-0580. Thank you for choosing Night Owl.