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Cybercriminals are now using portable fake cell towers called SMS blasters that can send up to 100,000 texts per hour, impersonate any sender, and target phones within a large radius, making scams more widespread and harder to detect, with recent incidents reported across Asia, Europe, and South America.
Cellphone users in the US are experiencing worsening reception levels, with more dropped calls, texts, and data in 2023 compared to previous years. Major carriers like Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T have all reported worse scores. The problem stems from a combination of factors, including insufficient cell towers to meet the growing demand and external factors like weather and smoke from wildfires. Carriers are working to build more cell towers and acquire larger spectrums of frequencies to improve coverage. However, some areas are facing pushback from residents who oppose the construction of new cell towers. In the meantime, users can keep their phone software updated and check their cell plans to ensure optimal service.