Did anyone see a drop in signal strength using this device?
1795228
I didn't see a problem with dropped or lesser signal strength but when I turned it on to charge my phone while on the road it drained my phone battery. I quit using it and bought a mophie which I love!
1795229
my answer is no but I haven't needed to use it often enough to give a more informative answer. so far I really like it and have had no problems.
1795230
My office is a black hole (bomb shelter) so we automatically have zero signal. Very few times if you lay your phone a certain way you'll get one bar that shows up off and on so I can send a couple texts before the bar goes away again. With this case on there was no choice or hope of getting at least that one little bar. Lol but as far as out of my office every day use nope! Signal was just fine no issues.
1795231
No, I just attached the Maxboost to my 5s iphone and did not notice a drop a signal strength.
1795232
I did not but the battery strength decreased over time and then the plug would not charge. This happened over 6 months.
320889
It could be a problem with the network carrier. Signal quality varies from one network to another and depends on the location as well. Sometimes calls can drop when signal is weak, but not all the time. Personally, I don't think it's the phone at fault unless it is that particular one that somehow has issues. I would try a SIM card from another carrier to compare call and signal quality. If all is good that way, it will definitely prove it's the network. Good luck!
1451564
from what I've seen it gets much better signal than iphone dose on the same network
597127
I haven't tried that set up. The signal going in through a good interface shouldn't degrade or distort. If you try this, lets us here how that worked for you.
47654
We have this at the ranch to increase cell phone and wireless signals. Prior to installing this unit we would only get 1 or 2 bars for signal strength. Now we get 4 or 5 bars and no signal issues. To answer your question at any given time there are 5-6 devices using the Wilson Unit with no issues. We had a BBQ at the ranch and had 20-25 cell/smart phones operating on the signal with no complaints.
2141995
Not sure how to measure signal gain. It didn't work for me. My experience was intermitent SMS & no or poor voice capability. With or without the device.
1917036
I get the same thing I believe it is because the unit is searching for the cell tower and once it is found will show the signal strength, Just takes some time to hone in on the signal.
2198842
Me too, the 655 seems to suck. I upgraded router, desktop cards and USB adapters because their marketing claims rave about better range, even calling the USB adapter an "Extreme Range extender". What a load of crap. So far signal strength is lower and less stable than the old G parts (also D-link).Wish I'd kept my receipts and not waited a couple months to install these because they appear to be a complete waste of hundred$.
2141994
Where I live I have no signal. After purchasing the MobilePro and attaching the antenna to a window (inside) and connecting the device I have 3-4 bars and have been told it is as clear as my land line. I also use the MobilePro in my truck and have had a full signal where I have been told my provider has no signal. Heavy foliage in the summer does affect the signal.
2128040
Here is my question? Does this work really well? I am having all kinds of issues w/ my wireless connection signal strenght says 100% but my bars fluctuate so I was thinking about purchasing this to see if this stablizes anything.
1570489
I haven't experienced that specific issue myself. My area is much smaller so most of the time if I start getting slower signal I have to manually switch to the stronger network.
718616
I get the same from time to time. Remember it is wirelessly sending the information to your device. If moved to far it hasn't a signal thus the dashes.
1756819
I would say if you're already least getting a little bit of a signal it could help improve it. For me I had just about 0-2 bars that rarely stuck and dropped calls. This game be a solid 1-2 bars that I never drop a call. Of course I've heard others get better results.
1169480
The wifi card is on the weak side. This is pretty much inherent tothe series. I've had mine for a year now, and it seems that after a few hours the signal is wobbly. I usually switch the wifi off for a few seconds then turn it back on; that seems to work a while but some days are better than others. I'm going to get one of those USB wifi dongles and see if that works.
1515290
mine has great connectivity. i have no problems with my wifi connection. signal strength although sometimes are not good but this is due to the signal strength of the provider i connect to.
2074406
I just tried this with antennas from a dual-band router. I got a 20-25% drop in signal, but it still worked fine. It is important to note however that my desktop is a true desktop i.e. it is located on my desk's surface, and not the floor.
312985
I'm not sure but my guess is that 50 meters is going to cause a noticeable drop in the signal strength. I've added 5+ meters without a problem. Amazon sells extensions up to 9 meters only. My best suggestion would be to ask the manufacture.