It talks about 2G service, which is almost gone in most places. In the USA, only T-Mobile still has some and that's because of crazy people like me who still have 2G M2M devices on the air.
However, antennas don't really work like this, you're not going to receive a signal and re-broadcast it in any meaningful way without some sort of amplification. Antennas do have a factor called gain, but that's related to how efficient the antenna is and how effective it is at aiming the radiated power at the target.
It also says this:
Somehow you also can use your phone headphones work as an Antenna too, many people over look this.
No. The headphone cable is used as an FM antenna for built-in terrestrial broadcast radio, not for the cellular signal. This person is an idiot or a troll.
Damn, and ideas how I can boost signal in my current location, my hotspot gets about 2 bars and my phone gets literally nothing. Which is how I'm posting right now. Without spending a grand.
Cellular amplifiers aren't cheap, so no, not really. Some carriers will offer a discounted or free to use amplification device if you ask, but YMMV.
There are better hotspots out there, if you're using a device with a SIM you may be able to find a used Cradlepoint device on eBay. These tend to have real antennas, and are designed for commercial use. I have a T-Mobile firmware device here, and I'm in a poor signal area. The Cradlepoint device generally shows all bars lit for signal.
Just be aware that these devices are carrier-specific, you need to get one with firmware for your carrier.
Yeah I'm using a cradlepoint and its 2 bars and my phone is nothing. Cheapest amp I've found is like 900 bucks so I was hoping I could DIY it. but I'm guessing that is a pipe dream.
My brother just bought a booster and it wasn't terribly expensive. If you like I can ask what he bought.
Please do.
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