Loading ...As a cellphone lover I know I’ve been guilty of choosing a new handset on looks and whizz-bang functionality, while ignoring such necessities as whether the handset can cling to a signal or not. In fact, reviews of the latest mobiles often relegate reception to a passing comment somewhere at their tail end. If you’ve ever been caught short (either from location or from a particularly unhelpful handset) then you’ll likely be interested in MOGO Wireless’ plug-in cellphone signal booster, which promises ten times the reception for just $149.
Available with either a 12V car adaptor, USB plug or 110V mains power supply, the compact device requires no connection to the handset, can in fact work with multiple models simultaneously, is compatible with AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile and Alltel (though not Nextel) and can also be used with data cards in your laptop.
MOGO Wireless are launching it at CES 2008 and it will go on sale in Best Buy and through Hammacher Schlemmer, among others.
March 21st, 2008 at 2:50 pm
MoGo Wireless Launches Cell Ranger® Portable Cellular Signal Amplifiers
New Plug-and-Talk Products to “Boost Your Bars” For Improved Cellular Performance
March 20, 2008 - ATLANTA - MoGo Wireless Inc. announces the immediate availability of their Cell Ranger line of intelligent amplifiers for cellular phones. Intelligent amplifiers are a new product segment superior to the current array of amplifiers offered in today’s market. Today’s launch represents a significant step in the expanding market for solutions to cellular customers’ frustrating signal problems in both technology and form factor.
Cell phone users appreciate the increased signal strength and reduced number of dropped calls they experience while using Cell Ranger plug-and-talk products. Laptop users with broadband cellular air cards also experience increased data rates and reliability. Cell Ranger products are compact and attractive, making them ideal for cellular users of all types that may be experiencing poor cellular reception.
Cell Ranger is compatible with handsets offered by all U.S. service providers operating on the 800 and 1900 MHz frequencies including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Alltel and U.S. Cellular. Furthermore, Cell Ranger is carrier friendly; it is the first product of its kind that preserves cellular network integrity. Cell Ranger is compatible with Bluetooth® and GPS devices.
The Cell Ranger line includes two products: the Cell Ranger STIX is powered by a standard automotive 12 volt power supply; the Cell Ranger PORT is powered by a computer’s USB port and does not require software or drivers. Neither product requires physical connection or “pairing” with the phone. Users simply plug the Cell Ranger unit into the power source and properly place the magnetic antenna. Cell Ranger then automatically detects the closest handset. Cell Ranger can also be used by multiple handsets simultaneously for added convenience.
The products will be distributed at major retailers and electronics stores with a suggested retail price of $149.99.
In addition to these available Cell Ranger products, the company will unveil two upcoming line extensions at the CTIA Show in Las Vegas on April 1st. Scheduled for a 3rd Quarter launch is their universal charger capable of charging most 5V devices including mobile phones, Apple iPod®, MP3 players, digital cameras, camcorders, PDAs, Sony PSP® and more. Scheduled for a 4th Quarter launch is the revolutionary home and small office version of Cell Ranger which will offer an AC-powered modular format for plug-and-talk simplicity.
About Cell Ranger
The Cell Ranger line of portable cellular signal amplifiers is a product of MoGo Wireless Inc., based in Atlanta with R&D in Chicago. MoGo Wireless Inc. delivers advanced, pragmatic wireless enhancement products with unsurpassed quality and versatility. For more information, visit http://www.cellranger.net.
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March 23rd, 2008 at 9:35 am
That amp looks too small to deliver any real world performance…
What’s the max output of the amp? 1 watt? 2? 3?
What’s the dB of that little Antenna?
How long is the antenna cable, to avoid potential loop-back issues? I guess you can avoid such issues with a relatively low wattage, like say, less than 1 Watt?
I’ll stick to my big heavy Wilson Amp.
April 29th, 2008 at 1:53 am
Hi, I need one of this for Spain. When will be available?