Do cell phones work in the subway?

If you’re on an elevated train or going over a bridge, they definitely work. If you’re underground, they might work for a couple of moments if you’re at one of the shallower stations, as was said.

Does Verizon work on subway?

The addition of Verizon Wireless service to the Transit Wireless network allows millions more New Yorkers and visitors to stay in touch with friends and family while in subway stations and on platforms, but also provides the ability to dial 911 in an emergency.

Why do I only have one bar on my cell phone?

Usually, one bar of service on your phone means you’re receiving poor signal because you’re too far from the nearest cell tower or something is blocking the signal from getting to your device.

Do subways have Internet?

Free public Wi-Fi has been available in all underground subway stations for nearly two years. The service, provided by Transit Wireless via a long-term contract with the MTA and NYC Transit, allows commuters to stay connected as they move about the city.

Why don’t microwaves work in subway stations?

If the subway station is sub-surface, a UHF signal might be able to penetrate through the entrance. Microwaves are largely line of sight. You won’t get a signal at all in a deep tube station. To combat this issue, some transit operators are installing repeaters at certain stations.

How do Subways get their signal?

Subways probably use something like a cell phone signal repeater or access point to extend the range underground. Radio waves is a whole science on it’s own. The shape of the tunnel, the items in/around it can all have various effects. The signal could even be bouncing off the track and hitting you right but only in certain situations etc.

Why do cellular carriers drop support for old cell phone standards?

The precise reason is that cellular carriers drop support for old standards to free up resources for new standards. For example, as of early 2021 in the U.S., the big carriers all support 5G, 4G, and (for now) 3G.

Why can’t old phones connect to modern networks?

While cellular standards are changing quickly, that’s not exactly the reason why old phones can’t connect to modern networks. The precise reason is that cellular carriers drop support for old standards to free up resources for new standards. For example, as of early 2021 in the U.S., the big carriers all support 5G, 4G, and (for now) 3G.