Android: can I programmatically extend wifi range?

Question

I realize that it would probably require boosting antenna power and thus reduce battery life but, if I am prepared to accept that, can I programmatically extend wifi range?

I don't find anything at https://developer.android.com/reference/android/net/wifi/WifiManager.html

Answer 1

There is no way to extend wifi range, as you don't have the hardware controls at such a low level to do that. You might try looking at the NDK, but I still doubt it.

This was a very interesting question, and I've looked around a bit more and you really can't. Sorry!