Artisans in Oaxaca Mexico: Vacation Travel

Enjoy More Miles of Signal with zBoost's New Car Cell Phone Signal Booster

Las Vegas (PRWEB) January 7, 2008 -- Today's consumers are demanding improved cell phone service at home and on the go. According to the zBoost Car Survey, 65 percent of consumers who use their cell phone in their car have missed and/or dropped calls due to poor signal in their cars. Wi-Ex, the leading provider of consumer cell phone signal boosters, announced today at the Consumer Electronics Show the launch of its new car unit to help consumers stay connected on the go. The dual band unit works with both 1900MHz and 800 MHz phones and extends a Wi-Ex Cell Zone for a single user in the car with no physical connection to the phone.

"Our recent survey findings show the challenges consumers face when using their cell phones on the go. We are committed to developing innovative products to meet consumers cell phone signal challenges. The launch of our new car unit is the latest example of this dedication to improving cell phone signals at home, in the office and on the go," said Lloyd R. Meese, President and CEO of Wi-Ex. "Our complete line of zBoost products, improves productivity, allows for fewer dropped calls and dead zones and improves both voice and data transmissions."

The vast majority of consumers (90%) use their cell phone in their car. While most use their cell phone for personal calls (89 percent), the zBoost Car Survey found that consumers also rely on their cell phones in their cars for emergency situations. Key survey findings include:

- 55 percent of consumers who use their cell phone in their car use it for emergency situations

- 73 percent of consumers who use their cell phone in their car in emergency situations have used it to call for help

- 63 percent of those who use their cell phone in their car in emergency situations have called for help when they experienced car trouble

- 48 percent of consumers who use their cell phones in their cars in emergency situations have called to report an accident

The zBoost Car Unit captures the signal outside of your car and amplifies it on the inside to create a better signal. It supports voice calls or data services and works with all phones and carriers except Nextel. The unit extends the cell phone range up to 10 times the signal strength with no wires connected to the cell phone. This allows miles and miles of uninterrupted voice and data transmission. Other benefits include extending the battery life, reducing or eliminating dropped calls and increasing wireless applications such as instant messaging, 3G high-speed data, picture mail and more.

The zBoost Car Survey also found that 85 percent of consumers have done something while using their cell phone in a cell phone signal deadzone to try and keep and/or improve their signal. 69 percent of consumers who have experienced a cell phone signal deadzone in their cars have hung up the phone while 21 percent have driven to another area where they had a cell phone signal.

The car unit is easy to install and the package includes everything a consumer needs to improve their cell phone signal on the go. The product consists of a bi-directional amplifier unit housed in a sturdy, lightweight ABS plastic enclosure that can be located under the seat or in the front console. The amplifier connects to the vehicle's 12V power through a supplied Cigarette Lighter Adapter (CLA).

Like all Wi-Ex products, the zBoost Car Unit uses patent-pending technology to protect the carrier network.

zBoost offers a suite of products that improve in-door cell phone signals through the creation of cell zones. They are easy to install, affordable and increase in-building coverage by up to 2500 sq ft. The zBoost product line is compatible with 800MHz and 1900MHz and range in price from $169 - $399 including:

- zBoost zPersonal (zP) -- Personal booster that works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - $169 (Wireless Version); single user increases coverage from 4-6ft

- zBoost - Cellular frequency works with 800MHz - $299 - multiple users simultaneously; increases coverage up to 2500 sq ft.

- zBoost - PCS frequency works with 1900MHz - $299 - multiple users simultaneously; increases coverage up to 2500 sq ft.

- zBoost - Dual Band works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - $399 - multiple users simultaneously; increases coverage up to 2500 sq ft.

- zBoost for the car -- Dual Band works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - New model in Jan 2008 -- introduction price $239

- zBoost for the Professional Installer - zBoost 600 series of products include single frequencies or a dual-band unit.

zBoost Car Survey

This study was conducted online within the United States on behalf of Wi-Ex between December 19 and December 21, 2007 among 2,270 U.S. adults ages 18+, of whom 1,746 own a car and a cell phone. Results were weighted as needed for age, sex, race/ethnicity, education, region, and household income. Propensity score weighting was also used to adjust for respondents' propensity to be online.

All sample surveys and polls, whether or not they use probability sampling, are subject to multiple sources of error which are most often not possible to quantify or estimate, including sampling error, coverage error, error associated with nonresponse, error associated with question wording and response options, and post-survey weighting and adjustments. Therefore, Harris Interactive avoids the words "margin of error" as they are misleading. All that can be calculated are different possible sampling errors with different probabilities for pure, unweighted, random samples with 100% response rates. These are only theoretical because no published polls come close to this ideal.

Respondents for this survey were selected from among those who have agreed to participate in Harris Interactive surveys.The data have been weighted to reflect the composition of the U.S. adult population.

Because the sample is based on those who agreed to be invited to participate in the Harris Interactive online research panel, no estimates of theoretical sampling error can be calculated.

About Wi-Ex (www.wi-ex.com)

Wi-Ex (www.wi-ex.com ), the leading provider of consumer cell phone signal boosters, developed zBoost, the first consumer-priced signal booster for the small office/home office (SOHO) cell phone market. Wi-Ex manufactures and distributes the zBoost line of cell phone signal extenders for the home, office or car. They are easy to install, affordable and available at many retail and etail outlets including RadioShack (www.radioshack.com), Fry's (www.frys.com), WPS Antennas (www.wpsantennas.com), Tiger Direct (www.tigerdirect.com) and Solid Signal (www.solidsignal.com ). The zBoost product line works with most carriers including AT&T, Sprint, Verizon and T-Mobile. They were selected as a 2007 Consumer Electronics Association Innovations Honoree by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). They also were selected as a finalist for the 2007 CTIA Emerging Technologies (E-Tech) Award in the Hardware - Mobile Accessory category. As the leader, zBoost has more awards, more sales and more locations than all their competitors combined. Wi-Ex continues to develop innovative products to meet the demands of an increasingly wireless society by enhancing wireless signals. The zBoost product line is expected to expand to add international frequencies and commercial applications in the year 2008.

About Harris Interactive®

Harris Interactive is the 13th largest and fastest-growing market research firm in the world. The company provides innovative research, insights and strategic advice to help its clients make more confident decisions which lead to measurable and enduring improvements in performance. Harris Interactive is widely known for The Harris Poll, one of the longest running, independent opinion polls and for pioneering online market research methods. The company has built what it believes to be the world's largest panel of survey respondents, the Harris Poll Online. Harris Interactive serves clients worldwide through its North American, European and Asian offices and through a global network of independent market research firms. More information about Harris Interactive may be obtained at www.harrisinteractive.com.

To become a member of the Harris Poll Online and be invited to participate in online surveys, register at http://www.harrispollonline.com

###

MORE ARTICLES:

Exotic Locations Lure Senior Travelers: At Vantage Deluxe World Travel, Africa and Other Exotic Places are in Style
Seasoned travelers have been there and done that - Paris, Rome, Tokyo, London. So what's next? Vantage Deluxe World Travel regularly surveys its guests to determine the destinations and features they would like in a trip. According to Vantage's Executive Vice President David Gevanthor, there is a trend for seniors to travel to exotic destinations.

Award Winning Graham Wood Drout & Iko Iko Florida Soulful Swampadelic Blues Tour Coming To Palm Beach, Orlando, Gainesville, Amelia Island, Indiat
Legendary Soulful Swampadelic Blues/Rockers, Graham Wood Drout & IKO IKO are appearing at premier concert clubs in Florida this month including Gainesville's Side Bar, Harriet Himmel Theater in West Palm Beach, Orlando's House of Blues, Indiatlantic's Lou's Blues and Fernandina Beach's Frisky Mermaid on Amelia Island. These new dates added just after Drout's Song of The Year honors from The Blues Critics Choice Awards for his tune, The Ghosts of Mississippi. Full schedules and information are available from the venues or visit www.iko-iko.com for more details.

TableAndHome.com Offering 2007 Holiday Season Ornaments
TableAndHome.com (www.TableAndHome.com) today announced the 2007 Holiday Season Ornaments from Waterford, Reed & Barton, Lenox, Baldwin and Steiff to highlight the retailer's online and walk-in store offerings.

Make Sure You Get The Best Advice When It Comes To Buying A Holiday Home
Buying a holiday home is a huge venture into the unknown albeit a very exciting and sometimes frightening one, so when it comes to buying a holiday home then it is essential that you get the right advice every step of the way. The best advice can be found by going to a specialist broker, someone who specialises in holiday homes information and mortgages will be the best way to arm yourself with the knowledge you need.

Luxian Scottsdale and Sanctuary Resort Team Up
Luxian Scottsdale, a premier equity resort ownership (ERO) property under development along the prestigious Camelback Corridor in Scottsdale, has announced plans to partner with the Sanctuary Resort & Spa in Paradise Valley in an agreement which will provide owners at Luxian Scottsdale membership privileges at the exclusive resort nestled in the shadow of Camelback Mountain.

South Beach Diet - How To Do It The Right Way?
Dr.Arthur Agatston, a cardiologist and an associate professor of medicine at the University of Miami Medical School, created South Beach Diet. It was charted mainly to work with your body safely and efficiently. This system helps you to rely on right carbohydrates and fats. Thus the consumption of bad carbohydrates and fats are completely avoided. Following this diet, one could reduce his/her weight up to 8 to 13 pounds in mere 2 weeks.

DuPont Opens New Maize Research Center in Mexico
Increased Investment in R&D Brings Better Products to Market Faster.

How Can I Sell My Jaguar Motor Car Quickly and Easily
Everyone has had a special car that they treasured at one time or another It is natural to fall in love with a car, especially when it is a Jaguar

Car Hire Nice
Car Hire Nice Nice Mini Guide: Nice is France?s fifth largest city and is regarded as the capital of the Cote d?Azur /French Riviera region The French Riviera region enjoys year-round sunshine, making Nice a popular destination with sunshine holidaymakers as well as short break tourists

A Mexico Vacation Can Be A Lovely Ride
People seeking Mexico vacations must reckon with their own interest as well. Mexico as a holiday destination offers sunny beaches, wonderful sights and delicious foods. Some visitors? takes delight in hanging around the sunny beaches while sipping cold beers, while others prefer exploring the architectural masterpieces that dots the entire Mexican landscape. The interest of tourists certainly should be the determining factor when considering a Mexico vacation.

Ensenada in Baja Mexico
Ensenada is located in northern Baja - close enough that cruise ships come here from southern California for weekend cruises. Ensenada seaport was first discovered in 1542 by Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, and over time it became a haven for many ranchers and gold miners. Ensenada gradually grew to become a major shipping port for agricultural goods, and it is the third largest city in Baja. In 1888 the first winery was opened in the region by the Dominicans, and today the Ensenada region accounts for over 90% of Mexico's wine production.

How To Find A Restoration Specialist For Your Classic Car
There was a time when you could find a restoration shop in almost any city in the United States. Starting in the nineties, many have disappeared from the scene leaving class car enthusiasts with few places to go to for help in restoring their vehicle.

Finding A Personal Car Loan Online - 3 Things To Watch Out For
When you?re shopping for a personal car loan online, the last thing you want to do is enter into a contract with a predatory lender. Predatory lenders prey on the uneducated, so, before shopping for a personal car loan online, read this article and learn what to watch out for.

Travel Tour Preparedness Is Important
Even if things seem like a fairy tale, you are going to have to use some common sense so that you can come back safely. You will find that when you are taking a vacation or honeymoon that you are going to overlook some things that will keep you and your valuables safe, but you will want to take some steps to make sure that your belongs and yourself come back safely.

Performance Car Brakes and Rotors
Your car's brake system is one of the most essential components of your vehicle. While the engine and transmission work together to help your car go, the brakes and rotors work together to help your car stop -- provided that they are in good working condition.