A common complaint amongst a large number of cell phone and mobile phone users is that their phone company's available coverage (or lack thereof) can pose quite a challenge. In addition, cell phone reception can be marred by pops, static, and dropped phone calls - and the quality and reliability of your reception can vary widely between different cell phone providers and carriers. If you are experiencing any of these issues, this article will help you to learn more about using a cell phone repeater to ease these troubles. With a few simple tips and some affordable equipment, you can get the quality and clarity from your mobile phone service that you've always wanted!

A cell phone signal booster can amplify your cellular phone's antenna and amplify the coverage and reception available to you - beyond that which is assigned in your local area by your mobile phone provider. There are a number of different cell phone repeater styles and models available on the market today. One option includes the installation of a small indoor antenna in conjunction with a larger outdoor version. The outdoor antenna intercepts your cell phone signal, and relays it to its partner antenna indoors. This is a great option if you are able to get an acceptable cell phone signal outside your home, but your indoor reception is inadequate for your needs.

If you prefer not to use an outdoor cell phone antenna booster, a smaller, more compact cell phone repeater may be just right for you. These models may not offer the strength of an indoor and outdoor unit, but in many cases they are able to amplify the cell phone reception and coverage of the mobile phone that typically has one bar to a stronger signal of three and even four bars. Leading providers of cell phone signal boosters in this style are zBoost and Wilson Electronics.

Another option is a new technology called a femtocell. Essentially this option allows its user to have the equivalent of a mini cell phone network contained within their own home. These femtocells have the appearance of a wireless router, and essentially work to route cell phone calls through a broadband internet connection - similar to the behavior of a "voice over IP" repeater. This is an ideal solution for people who are unable to use mobile phones at all because coverage is not available in their area.

If a cell signal booster sounds like the ideal solution for you, stores including RadioShack and Best Buy will offer you the widest selection and help you determine which cell phone antenna booster is right for the make and model of your mobile phone. In regards to the femtocell technology, Sprint is currently the leading provider, with more providers anticipated by the end of 2009.

With a quality cell phone and the right cell phone repeater, any problems you have experienced with dropped calls, poor reception, and lack of coverage will be a thing of the past!