Cellular Network Range Extender

[kmacinct]

Has anyone had luck with the cellular network extenders??

http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/device/network-extender

I have NO coverage inside my house, and half a bar out in the front yard.
My internet is 'fair', not great.

How reliable are these things???

 

[W2GLD]

Yes, I have one for Verizon because we have zero indoor coverage; now we have 100% full signal throughout our 1 acre property... They work well but only when you have internet access.

 

[n5ims]

My daughter and I (different houses, same neighborhood) both have one for the Sprint network. We both went from zero bars inside to full signal strength. Be aware that they not only need internet access, but they must also need to pick up the signal from the GPS satellites to verify that they're in the areas where the provider can legally operate (e.g. the device wasn't moved out of the country) as well as to assist with 911 location setting. Many have the ability to move the GPS antenna several feet away from the unit so you can get a better signal by placing the GPS antenna near a window and still have the cell device in an area with better coverage of your house.