We use our cell phones constantly to check emails, message friends, and make the occasional phone call. When you aren’t connected to Wi-Fi, your phone needs to establish a connection to the cellular signal. If you're wondering how cell phones find network coverage, SureCall Boosters is here with a straightforward explanation.
Creating a Cellular Network
One of the first factors in finding network coverage depends on how your provider sets up their cellular network. If you’re familiar with cellular towers, you may have a better understanding of how your provider lays out these networks.
Your network provider divides up specific land areas like cities, towns, and designated rural areas into regions called cells. Providers organize cells in a grid or honeycomb-like shape, and each cell gets a designated tower to provide signals throughout that area. Essentially one of the weakest areas for a signal is right in the middle of two conjoined cells since the signal from either tower may not reach that far.
How Connections Work
When learning how cell phones find network coverage, you must know the three main steps in the process. Your phone first uses its system identification code to connect to the nearest mobile tower. After making that connection, it sends the data as a request to the nearest Mobile Tower Switching Office (MTSO), which acts as a local hub for nearby cellular towers.
The MTSO processes and transmits the data almost instantaneously to the mobile tower connecting to the SIM card of the person on the other end of the call.
Using a Booster
A cellular booster is one way to help maintain a stronger, more reliable signal. Boosters use antennas to connect to weaker signals, amplify them, and rebroadcast them, which creates a stronger connection. Boosters are a great option in areas with weaker signals, residential areas, or when you’re on the move. That’s why we recommend getting a cell phone booster for your truck.
To learn more about maintaining a reliable cellular connection, SureCall Boosters is here for you. We have several commercial and residential devices to help you get the most out of your cell service. For any additional questions, comments, or concerns, you can contact us anytime via email at sales@surecallboosters.ca.
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