Cell reception in vehicles is always a tricky proposition, even more so for recreational vehicles that are constantly traveling. A cell signal booster for vehicles is the perfect solution for those looking to never drop a conversation again. A cell signal booster also improves the quality and improves data rates for smartphones. Setting up a signal booster isn't complicated. Most kits are made up of three components--  an external antenna, an amplifier, and an internal antenna that provides coverage within the RV.  The Wi Ex 510 RV model is perfect Read more »

Dear Booster Bob, Here is my situation ... We have a summer camping area and we only get a slim poor bar of signal cellular. I'm wondering which booster kit I could purchase in order to boost the signal of my cell phone? Answer: There are many options I would recommend for your situation. The first is the dual-band Wi-Ex 510 booster kit with the YX 029 platinum antenna upgrade. The outdoor upgradeable antenna picks up the signal from farther away and is good only if you currently get one or Read more »

Dear Booster Bob, My wife and I have iPhones and need better reception in fringe areas. What do you have for this? I need it for my car or camper. John, I recommend the Wilson 801212 - it's a mobile cell signal amplifier that's perfect for campers and vehicles. It comes with an exterior antenna that needs to be mounted outside the car using the magnetic mounts that's included in the kit. It's a plug in and play kit that's powered by a 12 volt plug into the cigarette lighter. Quantum-Wireless.com Read more »

Dear Booster Bob, What system would you recommend for my home/office to boost reception? I want to be able to use the system wireless in a number of rooms in a 2000 foot area. I have AT&T and ACS. Randy, I recommend the Wilson 841262 dual-band amplifier from Wilson Electronics. I understand it's a little more pricey, but Wilson makes some of the best products offered on Quantum-Wireless.com. Like everything ordered from Quantum, the deal comes with a 30 day money back guarantee along with award winning customer service. Call Read more »

Both cell carriers and cell signal booster makers are calling on the Federal Communications Commission to take action regarding signal boosters. The FCC is considering legislation that would make cell signal boosters illegal unless they are released by wireless operators or consented from a wireless operator. Wilson Electronics believes that setting standards for signal boosters by the carriers will not work on science, but on greed and motives of the carriers to make as much money as possible. Wilson singled out Verizon Wireless because they haven't worked with Wilson previously Read more »

Dear Booster Bob, I was wondering what I need in order to get better cell phone signal throughout my home? My house is approximately 2000 sq/ft and I get 1-2 Bars near a window in certain spots outside. Which cell signal booster do you recommend? Answer: The Wi-EX Zboost 510 is a good model for what you need. The installation is easy and it is dual band, meaning it works on both frequencies. If you want to upgrade and spend a little more, the Wilson 841262 provides better coverage Read more »

The Consumer Electronics Association chose Wilson Electronics MobilePro signal booster as one of four finalists for Wireless Product of the Year in association with 2010 Mark of Excellence Awards. The Mark of Excellence Award honors innovation in custom home electronics products, services and installation technologies. Companies submit entries to the Supplier and System Integrators categories to be reviewed by a panel of experts. Each category will feature a platinum and gold level award in recognition of outstanding industry achievement. Winners will be announced on March 26 at the Electronic House Read more »

We all know that In-flight Entertainment is quickly becoming an experience that is supplemented on the ground (and many times in the air) by an assortment of devices, the most notable of which, is the iPhone. A lot of road warriors rely on smart phones for entertainment, telephony, and data. The telephony aspect is the focus of this Hot Topic and the seemingly lack of consistent voice connectivity is the problem we set out to solve. Enter 5BARz from CelLynx, the mobile/fixed, cell phone solution. Simply put, the 5BARz Road Read more »

Dear Booster Bob, I need a booster for Verizon service. They use 850 MHz, 1900 MHz, 1.7/2.1 GHz, and 700 MHz(future). Will the YX510 work for all of these including the 700 in the future? Verizon customer, The YX 510 will not work at the 700mhz frequency, but Verizon won't use that frequency for a while. The 510 is dual band so it's necessary if Verizon is on separate bands in your area. ZBoost offers many quality cell signal boosters and you can pick one up from Quantum-Wireless.com, Read more »

Dear Booster Bob, We are interested in the YX600-PCS-CEL for our courthouse, but we have a few questions. How many phones can connect to the unit simultaneously? Is the 10,000 sq ft range easily attainable, or just a maximum capability? Will this work for basically all service providers excluding Nextel? Answer: I am so happy to hear your interested in this product. 1. It can support 10 simultaneous conversations at once but an unlimited amount of users can benefit from it. 2. That’s a maximum but I have heard 6,500 – 7,500 as the realistic Read more »