Citizens band radio with wireless cellular telephone connectivity
US8078120B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W4/21
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A wireless communication device for use in connection with a cellular telephone is disclosed and a transceiver radio such as a citizens band radio. The wireless communication device of the present invention provides enhanced audio broadcasting capabilities for an operator of the device by providing a larger, more powerful speaker than that typically found in a cellular telephone. Thus, the apparatus of the present invention improves cellular telephone usage in a noisy environment such as the cab of a tractor trailer or other vehicle. In another embodiment, the wireless communication device of the present invention is connectable to multiple external devices and is capable of operating the external devices and providing access to a cellular telephone network for such external devices.
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