Why I Love the Phone Signal Booster in My Truck

December 21, 2022

If you’ve ever traveled the scenic highways and byways across the fruited plain, you know the sense of unease that sets in when you enter a cellular dead zone. Getting away from it all comes with the risk of, well, being away from it all. So, you may be tempted to buy a cell signal booster for your vehicle. But do they actually work? Cory has one in his truck, so he should know. And in our top story, he breaks down what cell signal booster are, how they work, his personal experience with them, what carriers support them, and if you should buy one.

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–Danny

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