Signal Jammer Dad Who Restricted Kids’ Online Access Faces Imprisonment

A French father is in trouble with the law after using a signal jammer to keep his kids off the internet and their phones at night. Although the plan worked, it came with consequences that he didn’t anticipate. His signal jammer was so powerful that it affected not just his kids, but also the internet … Read more

Chicago commuter arrested for using cell phone signal jammer to silence talkative train riders

A Chicago commuter train passenger, Dennis Nicholl, found a unique solution to his problem of noise pollution on his daily journey to work- he bought a phone jammer. However, the plan backfired when he was caught red-handed holding the illegal device as he rode the train. The 63-year-old man was charged with a felony for … Read more

Train passenger arrested for suspected use of cell phone jammer

A Chicago man has been accused of using illegal electronic means to achieve some peace and quiet. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, allegedly wanted to create a serene environment for himself but chose to use technologies that violate privacy laws. As a result, he has landed himself in trouble with the authorities. … Read more

New South Wales Labor’s school phone ban will not enable tracking of children, contrary to claims

Phone ban by NSW Labor won’t enable tracking of children       The upcoming NSW state election has stirred controversy as the Coalition accuses Labor of proposing to use mobile “jamming” technology that can track students. Labor has recently made a pledge to expand the mobile phone ban in government high schools, which would … Read more

Cell phone jammer lands science teacher in suspension for silencing students

A science teacher in Florida came up with an innovative way to maintain classroom quiet – he utilized a technology loophole. However, Verizon, the provider of the wireless service being used, is reportedly not happy about it. The teacher reportedly found that if he inserted a Verizon SIM card into an old phone and enabled … Read more

Chandigarh to purchase portable mobile jammers to prevent mobile usage in Burail jail

    Due to repeated incidents of mobile phone use inside the Model Burail Jail in UT, the prisons department has decided to procure multiple portable jammers. These jammers will be installed outside specific barracks to ensure that any cell phone smuggled into the jail cannot be used. Model Burail Jail houses around 1,250 inmates … Read more

Signal Jamming: Understanding and Mitigating Its Effects

Protecting Against Signal Jamming Attacks: Understanding and Prevention Methods       Signal jamming is a form of attack that can cause a victim to be cut off from the internet or regular phone service. It is commonly portrayed in spy movies or used by states for media censorship. However, it can also be used … Read more

NSW election reignites debate on phone jammers in Sydney schools with concerns over telecommunications interference

  The NSW political scene seems to have forgotten the lessons learned a decade ago regarding the laws of physics and the limitations on legislative amendments or disallowable instruments. With an upcoming election, they are once again tempting fate by floating strange yet potentially resonant ideas among the voters.   One such idea is an … Read more

Tihar prison forms panel to choose phone jammer for tackling mobile misuse

  10 mobile phones smuggled daily to Tihar jail inmates, reveals senior Delhi Police officer   On Wednesday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal gave the green light for the creation of a 10-member expert committee, headed by the director general (prisons), to choose the most efficient signal jammers to prevent prisoners in Delhi jails from using … Read more

Phone Jammer Implementation in Schools Being Considered by NSW Labor Amid Mobile Ban

The NSW Labor party is seeking ways to address the issue of smartphone misuse in schools. One of the ways currently being considered is the use of mobile phone jammers. This technology aims to crack down on phone usage during class hours, thus allowing students to focus more on their studies. The Labor leader, Chris … Read more