Abstract: Apparatus includes a base station with wireless protocol such as Bluetooth, or microphones or acoustical means for detecting and receiving the ringing or alerting signal from a cellular device(s), and transmits this signal wirelessly to one or more remote receiver unit(s), where the signal is amplified and reproduced by a speaker. When the mobile device(s) are within the base station's wireless connectivity zone, the base station synchronizes with the mobile device(s) so that when an incoming call, or text, or data is detected, the base station receives the incoming call and wirelessly transmits the incoming signal to the remote receiver where it is audible to those within earshot of the remote receiver(s). Both base and/or remote speaker units may also serve as charging stations for the mobile devices.

Abstract: The invention is a method and apparatus for edging landscapes and hardscapes that also allows for drainage of water and other liquids from the edged areas. A strip is provided having a number of regularly spaced openings through which liquids can drain. The strip is inserted into the ground about the edge of landscapes and hardscapes. The strip is positioned with the openings at desired levels above and/or below the surface of the adjacent landscape/hardscape area appropriate to allow drainage of accumulated water. A variety of opening shapes and arrangements of openings may be utilized to facilitate drainage.