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.
An Italian priest’s frustration with technology interfering in his services has led him to take matters into his own hands. He decided to install a jamming device in the church to block signals and prevent devices from being used during services. While the move may have been well-intentioned, not everyone is pleased with the decision. … Read more
The Indian government has declared the use of cellular signal jammers by private firms and individuals to be illegal. In a recent advisory issued by the Department of Telecommunication (DoT), they have emphasized the proper use of Wireless jammer and booster and repeaters. The DoT has asked the general public to only use these devices … Read more
It is interesting to note the contrasting decisions made by the NLRB and the FCC regarding employee phone use at work. While the NLRB saw a policy prohibiting phone use as necessary for safety and security reasons, the FCC viewed the use of a signal jamming device as a violation of federal law. This … Read more
In addition to addressing signal jammers, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued guidelines regarding the use of signal boosters. These devices, also known as repeaters, can enhance mobile phone signal reception. However, the unauthorised use of signal boosters can cause interference with public telecommunication services, impacting the quality and scope of cellular networks. … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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