A Philadelphia man has sparked controversy by deliberately creating a mobile phone dead zone on a public bus using a device. NBC10 in Philadelphia recently located the man, identified as Eric, who admitted to using a mobile phone jammer to disrupt riders’ phone reception. His motive behind this act was his aversion to … 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
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
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
A former employee of Silver Saddle Ranch and Club made alarming allegations three weeks ago, alleging that the company used illegal cellphone jammers during sales presentations to hinder potential buyers from making outside calls. This accusation raises serious ethical and legal concerns against the company’s sales practices. The use of cellphone jammers is a … Read more
The man used a cell phone jamming device in his car during his daily commute, disrupting police communications. A man in Florida is discovering the harsh consequences of using and selling signal jammer devices that block communications. This illegal activity is strictly prohibited in the United States, with only a few exceptions. The man’s … Read more
A motorist who has taken the law into his own hands is in hot water. He is accused of utilizing an illegal cell phone signal jammer in his SUV, resulting in a $48,000 fine. The motorist allegedly used the jammer to prevent drivers around him from using their phones, assuming that they were breaking the … Read more
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