There are often news reports about cell phone jammers being used in illegal activities, such as in prisons or by individuals trying to disrupt public events.
Overall, the use of cell phone jammers is illegal and can result in serious consequences. They can disrupt emergency communication and other important wireless services, and are often used in criminal activities.
In an attempt to address the issue of disruptive cellphone use in the classroom, a high school principal in British Columbia devised a unique solution – a signal jammer. This innovative approach aimed to eliminate distractions and promote a focused learning environment. However, after a few days of confusion and frustration, the students … Read more
Witnessing another driver texting while driving can evoke feelings of nervousness and concern. As you prioritize safe driving, it can be frustrating to see someone carelessly occupied with sending emoticons. This frustration reached a boiling point for one aggravated Florida man who decided to enforce a strict no-phones policy for motorists around him … Read more
With the rise in popularity of FPV drones, there has been an influx of affordable wireless video technology flooding the market. Inspired by his experience of flying and crashing a cheap FPV drone, [GreatScott] decided to take on the challenge of building his own video transmitter. Little did he know, the task proved … Read more
Acting Prisons Director Gladwin Samuels revealed that the Camp Street Prison had installed cell phone jammers prior to the July 9 fire and jailbreak. However, their use was discontinued due to some issues. It is unclear what these issues were, and whether they were related to the fire and jailbreak. The use of cell … Read more
Dennis Nicholl, a regular commuter on the Red Line in Chicago, has faced criminal charges for bringing a cellphone jammer onto the train. The 63-year-old accountant, who claims to get irritated by people constantly using their phones on public transit, appeared in court on Wednesday to face one felony count of unlawful … Read more
UK prisons are struggling to combat the influx of illegal mobile phones within their walls. Despite the annual seizure of thousands of these devices, inmates are still able to smuggle them in undetected or have them thrown over the prison walls. These phones are highly sought after and can cost between £400 and £1,000 … Read more
A man in Florida took it upon himself to stop people from using their cell phones while driving by using a cell phone jammer to disrupt their signals. This type of technology is illegal and can potentially harm emergency services communications, making it a dangerous move. The man’s intentions were most likely good, as using … Read more
When 5W and 8W cell phone jammers showed up in Florida and Texas businesses, … In 2009, a cosmetology school located just outside Dallas installed a 5W adjustable cell phone jammer to create a peaceful classroom environment. However, this decision was a part of a chain of events that led to London-based company … Read more
The government issued a warning in January, urging all e-commerce companies to refrain from selling or facilitating the sale of certain equipment. The exact nature of the equipment in question was not specified, but it is believed to be related to the spread of COVID-19. The warning was issued as a precautionary measure to … Read more
Though it may resemble a walkie talkie, the cell phone jammer is far more powerful than one might assume. Once activated, it can effectively shut down all cell phone service within the vicinity. As a result, operating a jammer is not only a federal crime, but can also lead to hefty fines … Read more