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Wilson Electronics Unveils 4G LTE Signal Booster for AT&T Devices

Wilson Electronics will unveil the Sleek 4G-A, a 4G LTE signal booster for AT&T devices, at CTIA Wireless next week.

May 4, 2012

Is AT&T's 4G LTE network not fast enough for you? Wilson Electronics plans to unveil the Sleek 4G-A, a 4G LTE signal booster for AT&T devices, at  in New Orleans next week.

The Sleek 4G-A boosts all 2G and 3G cellular signals on 800 MHz and 1900 MHz frequency bands, as well as 4G LTE signals on AT&T's 700 MHz band. It's designed for use in a vehicle, with a Bluetooth headset or other hands-free device, since many states have laws that require the use a hands-free headset while driving.

The cradle-style booster gets its power from your vehicle's power adapter, and uses an external, 4-inch magnetic antenna on the roof to pull in stronger 4G signals. It can also be used indoors with a home office kit, which makes it compatible with 4G wireless hotspots.

According to Wilson, The 4G-A delivers more than 20 times the power of a typical cell-phone signal alone. It should ensure a strong LTE signal as well as stronger 2G or 3G signals. That can mean fewer dropped calls and no-service dead zones, as well as faster data transfer rates and improved battery life.

In areas not covered by AT&T's LTE network, the Sleek 4G-A will amplify any existing signal on 800-MHz and 1900-MHz bands, so it can still be used if you are not within a 4G network or if you don't own a 4G device.

The 4G-A weighs 3 ounces and measures 4.5 by 2.5 by 2.5 inches (HWD). It is currently slated for release in the latter half of the year and will cost $129.95. It's essentially the same exact product as the  we saw back at CES, except that booster was for Verizon devices. Wilson said that while the 4G-A and 4G-V can boost 2G and 3G signals for both AT&T and Verizon devices, for 4G you must use a carrier-specific model.

We've tested other signal boosting devices in the past. They're especially useful in areas with weak reception, as they may mean the difference between getting reception and struggling. Since AT&T's 4G LTE network is just beginning to develop, this may be especially helpful to users that hang on the periphery of an LTE coverage area.

The Sleek 4G-A will be on display at CTIA Wireless in New Orleans next week. Check back with PCMag for a closer look at it soon.