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Capngeo
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I have one at the ranch for inside the hangar (metal building) with it off there is zero cell service inside! On; 5 bars
If you are asking about a mobile one to boost your cell service when off-road, remember that cellular frequencies are strictly line of sight.... if you are in a valley or ravine, and there is no tower that can "see" you, it doesn't matter how much power you throw at it, it still doesn't work.
I use Garmin inReach for those times
If you are asking about a mobile one to boost your cell service when off-road, remember that cellular frequencies are strictly line of sight.... if you are in a valley or ravine, and there is no tower that can "see" you, it doesn't matter how much power you throw at it, it still doesn't work.
I use Garmin inReach for those times
BourbonRunner
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That's wild, I had no idea cellular was line-of-sight.
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We have both the WeBoost and a Garmin InReach.
They are different products for different applications. The WeBoost will boost a cell signal a few bars and allow you to make a call or text IF there is a bit of cell signal. If there isn’t any cell signal it will not work. It is free to use after purchasing the equipment,
Thats when the InReach comes in handy. It can work anywhere you have a clear view of the sky. I’ve used it in the middle of the Sahara desert all the way down to ANTARTICA. It does require a subscription and is very slow compared to texting on your cell phone but if you are way out there and need to reach someone it can be a godsend. It will also provide the coordinates automatically to the person you’re reaching out to which can be very helpful in an emergency situation.
They are different products for different applications. The WeBoost will boost a cell signal a few bars and allow you to make a call or text IF there is a bit of cell signal. If there isn’t any cell signal it will not work. It is free to use after purchasing the equipment,
Thats when the InReach comes in handy. It can work anywhere you have a clear view of the sky. I’ve used it in the middle of the Sahara desert all the way down to ANTARTICA. It does require a subscription and is very slow compared to texting on your cell phone but if you are way out there and need to reach someone it can be a godsend. It will also provide the coordinates automatically to the person you’re reaching out to which can be very helpful in an emergency situation.
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