Have you heard the news? According to a Wall Street Journal report, Apple’s next version of the iPad will feature 4G LTE connectivity on both Verizon Wireless and AT&T. @PCWorld claims that the device, dubbed the iPad 3, is expected to be unveiled March 7 and may come with a higher-resolution display and a quad-core chip.

See the excerpt from the @PCWorld article below--

"Apple is quiet as usual on the new iteration of the iPad, but next month the iPad 2 will be one year old and an updated version is expected from the company. Last year, the iPad 2 was launched on March 2. It has since sold more than 43 million, maintaining Apple’s position as market leader despite a flurry of rival Android tablets.

Details about the iPad 3 are very thin yet pundits seem to have reached a consensus on a core set of improvements for the new tablet. A high-resolution Retina Display is hot-tipped for the iPad 3, doubling the current iPad's resolution to 2048-by-1536. While production has reportedly begun for the display, some argue the improved screen could make the iPad 3 slightly thicker -- though it would be unusual of Apple to launch a new product that’s thicker than the older version."

To read the rest of this article, or to see it in it's original format, click here: http://www.pcworld.com/article/249923/ipad_3_expected_to_have_4g_connectivity.html

Wislon is also making the move to 4G. Check out our line of 4G products: the Sleek 4G-V and the 4G LTE 700.

Let us know what you think by commenting below, or by finding on on Twitter and Facebook.

Today we're talking about dropped calls. Everyone has had at least one run in with the pesky things, am I right? You know how it goes...you're on the phone having a deep conversation about the meaning of life, and all of a sudden, the person on the other end is no longer there. But, have you ever wondered what actually causes dropped calls? Dropped calls can be caused by a variety of things, but here are some factors:

• The phone is too far away from the cell tower
• There are natural or man made obstructions in the way
• You are using your phone inside a car or a buildling
• Inclement weather
• You are in a dreaded "Dead Zone"

For more information about dropped calls and to see how Wilson Electronics can help, check out the video below--

You may get that little beeping noise letting you know your call was dropped, the "Call Failed" message, or you may get no notification at all. Whatever the outcome, it's hard to deny that those dropped calls get old quickly! Thank goodness for Wilson boosters that prevent dropped calls, limited range and slow data rates for cell phones and data cards.

What causes your cell phone to drop the call? Leave us a comment below letting us know, or find us on Facebook or Twitter.

Compass Intelligence and NE2NE.com honored Wilson Electronics manufacturer of North America’s top-selling line of cellular signal boosters and antennas, with an award for product excellence in the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market.

Wilson was named winner of the A-List in M2M Award in the Antenna and Signal Amplification category. The company’s products boost signal strength in areas of weak cellular signal in fixed or mobile applications, including rural locations and inside concrete and metal structures where building materials can block signals.

NE2NE's inaugural A-List in M2M Awards recognizes the top vendors in the M2M market. The A-List in M2M honors organizations at the pinnacle of the M2M world, and includes companies that offer the best M2M products, services, and service enablement solutions in the industry.

“An unreliable signal can be the weak link in the chain for companies that rely on the cellular network for M2M communications,” said Brian Allred, Wilson Senior Account Manager, M2M. “Acquiring and maintaining a reliable signal is critical to the timely delivery of remotely collected data, and that’s what Wilson helps M2M customers with. We’re honored to be on the A-List in M2M along with some of the biggest names in the M2M market.”

Wilson’s award winning products are on display today and tomorrow in Miami at the IT Expo, booth #224. For the complete list of A-List in M2M honorees visit http://ne2ne.com/awardees.php?value=all.

Award recipients were evaluated, interviewed and vetted by the Compass Intelligence Mobile & Wireless analyst team. Next, a panel of independent experts including editors, analysts, and consultants voted via an online ballot. The criteria used in evaluating 2012 A-List in M2M entries include vision, strategy, leadership and governance, organizational structure and alignment, key customers, partnerships, processes, openness, operational and financial metrics and other qualitative factors.

To read the rest of this news release, or to see it in it's original format, click here. You can also leave us a comment below, or find us on Facebook/Twitter.

Who doesn't love a good installation video? Outside of Goliad, Texas, @chocov and @nanpalmero installed a Wilson Electronics DB Pro. In this video, they change the antenna from the omnidirectional to a Wilson Electronics directional antenna to achieve an additional 6 dB boost. Prior to the installation of the Wilson Electronics DB Pro, they had to travel 1/2 a mile to have any cell phone reception!

Keep in mind folks, that even though a gain of 6dB may not sound like a lot, it is equivalent to 4X the power! With a gain of 6dB, 2X the coverage is possible.

The DB Pro cellular signal booster is Wilson’s dual-band (800 &1900 MHz) wireless amplifier for use in homes, offices and other buildings. Think the DB Pro may be perfect for your situation? Find a location near you where Wilson products are sold by visiting our store locator.

What did you think of the video? Let us know your thoughts by leaving a commnet below, or by finding us on Facebook or Twitter.

As you know by now, at the beginning of the month, we announced our new Sleek 4G-V Signal Booster at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Take a look at the review @LaptopMagazine did while at the Wilson Electronics booth at CES. Excerpts of the article are included below--

"No matter how fast your wireless carrier’s network is, its value is instantly negated the minute you enter a signal dead zone. Phone calls don’t come in and emails don’t go out. And nowhere are you more likely to run into a wireless dead spot than while on the road. But Wilson Electronics’ Sleek 4G-V LTE can help you even the odds, boosting your Verizon 4G LTE signal in places that were previously nothing more than black holes for your data.

We participated in a demonstration of the Sleek’s capabilities at CES and were blown away by its sheer power. The system is set up as a portable cradle for your 4G LTE phone that attaches to your car’s dashboard. The cradle itself is connected to your car’s power adapter, while a second cable runs from the the cradle to an antenna that sits on the roof of your vehicle."

To read the rest of this article, or to read the article in it's original format, click here. To learn more about Wilson boosters, find us on Facebook and/or Twitter.

This year at CES 2012 (Consumer Electronics Show), @Sony is rumored to be announcing some amazing new products. One of which is the Xperia Arc HD smartphone. See the excerpt below from an a @GeekyGadgets article:

"We have already seen some leaked photos of some of Sony Ericsson’s new Xperia smartphones, including the new Xperia Arc HD, and now Sony Ericsson has confirmed that they will launch some new Xperia devices at CES 2012 in January.

Sony Ericsson, hasn’t given any details on how many new Xperia devices we will see at CES 2012, or any details on specific Xperia devices, as soon as we get some more information we will let you guys know."

There you have it! What kind of questions do you guys have for the folks at the @Sony booth? Make sure and leave them here as a comment below so I can include them when I interview them at CES 2012 (you can read more about that here)! Also, make sure and "like" us on our Facebook page so you can stay up to date on #CES happenings, and vote on our #CES2012 polls!

This year at CES 2012 (Consumer Electronics Show), the luxury car maker Audi will be in attendance! I can't wait to check out what new features they have to offer in their vehicles. 

Accoring to the CES webiste:

"Audi is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. During 2010 Audi was the top performing luxury brand in Europe, and broke all-time company sales records in the U.S. Over the next few years, AUDI AG will invest nearly $16 billion on new products and technologies."

Alongside with Audi, Ford, GM, Kia, Mercedes, and Toyota will also be at the show. With this many automobile companies onsite, the 2012 International CES promises to be the epicenter of automotive electronics. In fact, In-vehicle technology exhibits at the 2012 International CES will span more than 80,000 net square feet of exhibit space!

We are excited to have you follow us virtually at CES! Do you have any questions for the folks at the Audi booth? Let me know in the comments so I can make sure and address yor questions/concerns when I talk to them at CES. You can also tweet me your questions, or leave me a comment on Facebook.

Also, if you haven't already, make sure and vote on our first Facebook CES Poll. Stay tuned next week for anther poll to be posted on Tuesday, and for next week's "CES Spotlight" article. See you then!

As you probably know, the biggest consumer electronics show is right around the corner! We will be at CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in booth #35219, and we want you to join us. Have you ever wanted to check out all the latest electronics, but not been able to make the trek to the Las Vegas Convention Center? Well, the good news is that you can be there virtually with us, (via the Wilson Electronics blog, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube), as I check out all the awesome stuff CES has to offer! Each day at CES I will be visiting booths around the show, and taking video of all the cool stuff I find. I will be going all around the show, interviewing companies, and looking at some of the most innovative electronic gadgets of the year. Then, I will post the videos that I take on each day of the show, to our social media channels. There, you will be able to check them out, and maybe even win some CES swag!

Now, this is where your help comes in. Unfortunately, it would be nearly impossible to visit every booth at CES (there are over 3,000!), so I need your help in deciding which ones to go to! If you are not a fan of our Facebook page yet, make sure and “like” it here because every week I will be posting a CES poll with two booths I am considering going to. Just vote for the one you think I should visit. Make sure and watch out for each Tuesday, where a new poll will be posted. There will be 5 polls in total, with the first one starting today, so make sure and check back regularly!

Can you think of any booths that I just shouldn’t miss on my trip to CES? Let me know in the comments below so I can make sure and fit it into my busy schedule. Also, make sure and check back with us soon for a weekly CES blog post where I will spotlight a new CES booth each week. This would be the perfect time to post your questions you would like me to ask on your behalf. Make sure and leave your question as a comment on our blog, or you can put them on our Facebook or Twitter.

Thanks for helping me out as I plan my trip to CES 2012!

Well folks--it's here! The holidays are right around the corner, and we here at Wilson Electronics want to be sure and wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy your weekend spending time with the family, eating as much turkey as possible (or whatever else you may be having), and enjoying your time off!

If you are traveling this weekend, make sure and stay safe!

Now, have you checked out the holiday awesomeness that is this year's Thanksgiving @Google doodle? If not, make sure and check out https://www.google.com/.

Here is a link to a @Mashable article that showcases some other awesome @Google doodles if you want to check them out too. Let us know which ones are your favorites in the comments below!

This week for Wireless Wednesday we're talking about the smart phones out on the market today. As we all know, the holidays are just around the corner, and a new phone is likely to be on many people's wish lists. Not sure which phone is right for you? Check out this excerpt from @FierceWireless' holiday smartphone guide to get some more insight on the smartphone world.

"There are several themes that emerge when looking at the list. The most obvious is that three Tier 1 carriers--Verizon Wireless, AT&T Mobility and now Sprint Nextel--are supporting Apple's iPhone. T-Mobile USA, left out of the iPhone sweepstakes, is focusing much of its holiday marketing firepower on Android devices, which have accounted for the bulk of its device sales this year. At the same time, Research In Motion is trying to make a splash with its BlackBerry 7 devices in advance of its BBX phones coming next year, and Microsoft  is hoping its Windows Phone Mango devices can find traction in a crowded market."

Regardless of your wireless carrier, there are some pretty amazing smartphones out there. Some highlight phones include the iPhone 4/4S, the HTC Rezound, the Motorola Mobility Droid Razor, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, the HTC Titan, the Research In Motion BlackBerry Torch 9860, and the HTC Evo Design 4G. To see the specs of these phones and others, check out this holiday smartphone guide in it's original context posted here.

Are you on the lookout for a new smartphone this holiday season? Know someone who is? What do you have your eyes on? Even if you aren't looking for a new phone, what smartphone do you wish you had--or are you pleased with the one you have? Let us know! We would love to hear your answers in the comments. Or you can Tweet them to us, or leave us a Facebook message.