How to extend signal FROM iPhone hotspot

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How to extend signal FROM iPhone hotspot

Some groundwork: there is no cable nor fios. My only way to access the internet is cellular. The house has a metal roof and concrete walls. I get a decent cell signal (good enough to stream SD movies) in the living room. But no WiFi signal in the corners of the house. And basically no cell signal I the same rooms.

I was wondering if a WiFi range booster/extender can connect to the iPhone hotspot and the broadcast to the dead zone rooms.

thanks. In all replies assume zero networking knowledge on my part.

iPhone XS

Posted on Jan 11, 2021 1:09 PM

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Phil0124

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Jan 11, 2021 1:23 PM in response to HopeMcCloud

Yes it should be possible.

The Range extender, should pickup the iPhone as a regular wi-fi network, connect to it, and extend the network. how, will depend on the range extender you buy. Look in the extender's user guide for how to connect to a WiFi network as extend it.

Your other option of course, is to get a cellular MiFi device from your carrier, which works essentially the same as an iPhone, and generally has better range.

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Phil0124

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Jan 11, 2021 1:42 PM in response to HopeMcCloud

It's unlikely the extenders will specifically address an iPhone as an option to extend from, but as said, the iPhone will appear to them as a regular WiFi so should work with most extenders.

Unfortunately beyond that I have no suggestions of brands. Others may have suggestions though.

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HopeMcCloud Author

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Jan 11, 2021 1:35 PM in response to Phil0124

I’m hoping this reply wasn’t already posted. Looking for a specific brand/device recommendation from someone who has done it already. Browsing for extenders they all seem to require a router. But it might just be they all assume everyone had cable/fios.

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HopeMcCloud Author

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Jan 11, 2021 1:30 PM in response to Phil0124

Thanks. Option two I don’t think my carrier offers a mifi anymore. Plus that would mean I’d have to pay for another line.

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