Can you add a cell booster so that only the driver can use it?

We take it for granted today that kids in the back seat will want to use their phones. It’s 2022, after all, and that’s the way of the world. But what if you’re the sort of parent who doesn’t want to encourage that sort of thing? What if you would rather give the kids a little nudge toward paying attention to the world around them? Now suppose that you find yourself without good cell service in the car or RV. What can you do to make sure you have great cell service and the kids don’t? Yes, it’s a classic “do as I say, not as I do” situation, but as parents you know that’s going to happen from time to time

The perfect solution

Feast your eyes on this. It’s weBoost’s Drive Sleek cell phone signal booster. It’s exactly what you’re looking for. It installs in the dashboard and acts as a phone holder. It will hold everything from a tiny iPhone 4 to today’s monster sized phones. The Drive Sleek even converts your utility socket (what we olds call a “lighter socket”) to charge the phone for you.

Put the phone in the cradle and you have better cell service. Period. And, more importantly, it does just what you’re asking. As the driver, your phone gets better service. No one else’s does. It’s as simple as that.

How this booster works

Most cell phone signal boosters use an indoor antenna which fills an area with cell service. The size of the area covered depends on your needs and your budget. There are boosters that can cover up to 100,000 square feet, generally used for large spaces like indoor stadiums and airports. But that’s not what you need.

In the case of this cell booster, the indoor antenna is built into the cradle. That’s why we call it a “cradle booster.” There’s less amplification, but that’s not a problem since the booster is so close to your phone. It’s just enough to provide great service to one device, not enough to go past that.

Because of the simpler setup, this sort of booster tends to be less expensive as well. That’s a real benefit in today’s economy, that’s for sure. It’s even available in a refurbished version which will let you save even a few more dollars.

Get the right cell phone signal booster for your needs

Solid Signal has all the best brands of cell phone signal boosters. The truth is, everyone needs better cell service than they get. Even though cell carriers have done a great job building out their networks, there are still places that people just don’t get the service they want. If you want faster data, clearer calls, and a better experience, get a cell phone signal booster from Solid Signal. If you’re not sure what to buy, call us! We have experts who can guide you through the process. We’re here during East Coast business hours at 888-233-7563. If it’s after hours, fill out the form below. We’ll get back to you, usually within one business day.

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Stuart Sweet
Stuart Sweet is the editor-in-chief of The Solid Signal Blog and a "master plumber" at Signal Group, LLC. He is the author of over 10,000 articles and longform tutorials including many posted here. Reach him by clicking on "Contact the Editor" at the bottom of this page.