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What is a Mobile Phone Booster?

Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum

Mobile phone boosters are small devices that are used to increase the range and strength of the signals sent and received by your mobile or cell phone. The exact configuration of the booster depends on the make and model, with different designs created for use with different types of cell phones. It is possible to purchase a small mobile phone booster that fits neatly under the cell phone battery, while other models are external kits that are attached to the unit via one of the input ports.

The primary function of the mobile phone booster is to provide a stronger signal over a larger geographical area. This stronger signal is helpful in a couple of ways. First, the increased power provided by this mobile phone amplifier enhances the quality of the sound on inbound and outbound calls, making it easier to hear and be heard. A second benefit is that the booster will help to reduce the number of dropped calls, allowing the user to move more freely around the cell phone range.

The primary purpose of a mobile phone booster is to provide a stronger signal over a larger geographical area.
The primary purpose of a mobile phone booster is to provide a stronger signal over a larger geographical area.

Internal models of the mobile phone booster are paper-thin cards that normally fit under the battery of some older designs of the cell phone. These thin batteries are easy to install, and can be changed when and as needed. While they do help in situations such as increasing the signal strength when inside a building, these older designs do not have the power of the most recent mobile phone antenna boosters that are sold today.

There are a number of wireless mobile phone booster kits on the market today.
There are a number of wireless mobile phone booster kits on the market today.

The latest in mobile phone booster technology is an exterior kit that attaches to the mobile phone itself. Many of these kits include a small antenna that is attached to the unit, and can be mounted onto a flat surface with relative ease. Some designs are manufactured specifically for use in automobiles, and include components that allow the phone and the antenna to make use of the car’s energy source, via either the cigarette lighter or one of the power ports found in newer vehicles.

A mobile phone booster may be helpful when the nearest cell phone tower is just outside of the necessary proximity for signal.
A mobile phone booster may be helpful when the nearest cell phone tower is just outside of the necessary proximity for signal.

There are also wireless mobile phone booster kits on the market today. These simple but efficient mobile phone antenna boosters can be placed at strategic points around the house, and help to ensure a secure signal anywhere on the property. The boosters can be easily positioned on a roof, in the attic, or even on a tree somewhere on the property. Just like the smaller car kits or the older flat boosters used with older cell phones, these outside antenna boosters can help reduce the frequency of dropped calls, while also increasing the sound quality experienced during a live call.

Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum

After many years in the teleconferencing industry, Michael decided to embrace his passion for trivia, research, and writing by becoming a full-time freelance writer. Since then, he has contributed articles to a variety of print and online publications, including WiseGEEK, and his work has also appeared in poetry collections, devotional anthologies, and several newspapers. Malcolm’s other interests include collecting vinyl records, minor league baseball, and cycling.

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Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum

After many years in the teleconferencing industry, Michael decided to embrace his passion for trivia, research, and writing by becoming a full-time freelance writer. Since then, he has contributed articles to a variety of print and online publications, including WiseGEEK, and his work has also appeared in poetry collections, devotional anthologies, and several newspapers. Malcolm’s other interests include collecting vinyl records, minor league baseball, and cycling.

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Discussion Comments

anon326922

Thanks for this very informative post. With the fast-paced advancement in mobile phones, mobile phone booster sales are also on the rise. They are of great help in amplifying a weak signal, making for smooth and hassle-free communication.

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    • The primary purpose of a mobile phone booster is to provide a stronger signal over a larger geographical area.
      By: leonardo2011
      The primary purpose of a mobile phone booster is to provide a stronger signal over a larger geographical area.
    • There are a number of wireless mobile phone booster kits on the market today.
      By: tashka2000
      There are a number of wireless mobile phone booster kits on the market today.
    • A mobile phone booster may be helpful when the nearest cell phone tower is just outside of the necessary proximity for signal.
      By: fusolino
      A mobile phone booster may be helpful when the nearest cell phone tower is just outside of the necessary proximity for signal.