Citizens band radio with wireless cellular telephone connectivity

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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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 027,764, filed February 11, 2008, and U.S. Application No. 12 / 368,018, filed February 9, 2009. technical field [0003] The present invention generally relates to a citizens band radio having wireless connectivity with a cellular telephone or other device connected to a cellular or similar network, such as by Bluetooth technology or other wireless standard. Thus, an operator of a CB radio is able to make and answer cellular calls while utilizing the microphone and more powerful speaker unit associated with the CB radio. Background technique [0004] Citizens Band Radios, or "CB", have been used primarily for communication between truck drivers, but can also be used for communication between amateurs and the like. Traditionally, CB radios may have been the primary mode of communication for long-haul truck drivers. However, with the advent and wide...

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Problems solved by technology

Noise associated with truck engines can make communication difficult

First, it's difficult for a truck driver to sound, as the noise of the truck can drown out the conversation

Second, the person speaking to the truck operator may not be able to hear the operator because the cellular phone may pick up and transmit ambient noise from inside the truck

Similarly, the noisy environment of a truck can make it difficult to even hear a cell phone ring

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