Technology has increased exceptionally over the last decade, so why are we still suffering from terrible cellphone reception all over the world? Strange, but very real and very true. However, it is possible that things could change with the coming of GoTenna, a little device that aims to allow users to use their phones even when there's no reception.
GoTenna works similarly to a walkie-talkie, as it allows the user to create what the company calls a closed network by using low-frequency waves. However, there's one major problem with this idea, and some people may not like it very much.
If a user should one day find out that their cell reception is completely dead and chooses to use GoTenna to make a call, this user would only have the option to call persons who are using GoTenna, and are also in the same group. Users within the same group can send text messages to each other, which is pretty neat in our eyes.
Bear in mind that with GoTenna, the option to call 911 is out of the question if one doesn't have a signal. However, the developers behind the device have come up with a backup plan. GoTenna users have the ability to send distress calls to any nearby user, in hopes they would come running along to help.
When it comes down to range, it all depends on where the user plans to use GoTenna. Similar to a cellphone, the signal will be limited around a certain type of buildings; however, it can still ride the radio waves for miles ahead.
What about battery life?
The company claims that GoTenna on a single charge can last up to 30 hours when in use. However, when the device is not in use on a regular basis, it should last for up to 72 hours. Should the user turn off the device, the battery life can last in that state for up to a year.
When it comes down to pricing, the GoTenna at the moment can be pre-ordered for $149, but once the pre-order period is over, customers are expected to pay $299. Now, while $299 might sound like a lot, bear in mind that customers will get 2 GoTenna.
We like the idea of GoTenna, it just would have been much better if users had the ability to call 911 when the signal goes poof.
