{"id":10948,"date":"2018-06-06T13:08:16","date_gmt":"2018-06-06T20:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/?p=10948"},"modified":"2021-06-10T06:56:38","modified_gmt":"2021-06-10T13:56:38","slug":"raising-phone-improve-cell-reception-plus-5-better-ways-improve-network-signal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/raising-phone-improve-cell-reception-plus-5-better-ways-improve-network-signal","title":{"rendered":"Does Raising Your Phone Improve Cell Reception? Plus 5 Better Ways to Improve Network Signal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When your cell phone loses network connection, you\u2019ll instinctively raise your device to the sky. Would you really get better cell reception doing so?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re out in the woods, at a festival, or inside a building, losing mobile signal may be inevitable in many instances. Although many swear by the power of raising your mobile device to get much-needed reception, does it really work?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Debunking a Myth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It isn\u2019t certain when this common habit started, but tech experts think raising your arms just won\u2019t work. A computer engineering professor at Rice University explains that cell reception is evenly distributed all around us — lifting your device won\u2019t change the reception whatsoever. Walking around can, however, fetch you more network bars, especially when you\u2019re in the metropolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to note that a bad connected may result in cities because buildings often impede a signals ability to reach your device. If you\u2019re familiar with the location of the nearest cell tower, walking a few feet toward an open, unobstructed space can significantly improve the signal\u2019s reach to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Tricks to Improve Cellular Reception<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instead of you raising your arms in search of your mobile service provider\u2019s signal, we suggest you try the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turn to Wi-Fi. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not rare to find smartphones permitting Wi-Fi calling<\/a> and SMS these days. In fact, this feature is supported by all major cell carriers in the U.S. Not to mention that countless messaging apps will let you do audio and video calling over Wi-Fi. If the cell reception at your current location is bad but you have access to a stable Wi-Fi stream somewhere, use the Wi-Fi connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Move to a different location. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Network reception may fluctuate in various parts of the same building; so, try roaming around a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll likely get better reception moving to another part of the same office or home. For starters, try moving near windows as they won\u2019t block the signal as much as a wall might. Open windows are your best option in such cases, because glass may reduce reception to some extent. That is especially true for Low Emission (Low-E) windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Open spaces may fetch you better phone reception as long as you’re not somewhere too remote. (Image credit: Shutterstock)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Stay put when using a cellular network. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

“But you just said!” Well, it’s a Goldilocks <\/em>situation: while you SHOULD roam around in search of the elusive mobile network reception, DON’T move around TOO MUCH or TOO FAST. Do so and your device and the local network will be constantly adjusting to your ever-changing location. It’s more difficult to get a proper hold of strong signals that way. Go to one location and stay for a while before you move on to try the next spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Switch between 2G, 3G, 4G, and LTE. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FACT: Different networks will have varying reception strength at a specific location. It pays to have an unlocked phone because then you can easily switch between networks and assess which one has the clearest signal where you are. Nevertheless, how you switch between networks may be a little different for various carriers and phone models. As a start, navigate to Settings<\/strong> > Networks <\/strong>and look for the option that lets you switch to 2G, 3G, 4G, or LTE connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remove your phone\u2019s casing. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A clunky protective casing doesn’t just cramp your style, it hinders your signal. A case can block the surrounding cell signal, preventing it from reaching the phone\u2019s antenna. Just check the dB reading in a place and then remove the case. You\u2019ll likely see a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walk a few feet, use the Wi-Fi connection, or remove your phone\u2019s casing.  Just don\u2019t raise your arm (and subsequently your phone) to the sky\u2014 that won\u2019t help, and now you’re at risk of dropping your case-less phone from even higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more tips on getting better cell phone signal<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When your cell phone loses network connection, you\u2019ll instinctively raise your device to the sky. Would you really get better cell reception doing so? Whether you\u2019re out in the woods, at a festival, or inside a building, losing mobile signal may be inevitable in many instances. Although many swear by the power of raising your mobile device to get much-needed reception, does it really work? 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