Like you, I have seen a lot of advertisements for the My-EMR1 radio. “TIMES ARE UNPREDICTABLE… PROTECT YOUR FAMILY WITH OFF-GRID COMMUNICATION!” they exclaim. They go on to talk about how you can communicate locally and globally. I had to get one and see what it really was.
The HamGeek APX-8000 caught my interest for several reasons, including I had never heard of HamGeek in discussions of handheld radios before. Sure, I knew about the HackRF, but I honestly never heard anything else of them.
I’ve been exploring various radio communication options for years, and one question that frequently pops up among radio enthusiasts is about using PMR446 radios in the United States.
The Baofeng UV-5R is a classic, this UV-5RM Plus builds on that legacy and improves on it for a very minor price bump. Let’s take a look.
The TidRadio TD-H3 is a dual-band transceiver, being able to transmit and receive on 2m and 70cm like the majority of dual-band handheld radios these days. They call it multi-band because (even though technically two is multi) it can also receive on AM at 108-136MHz as well as FM on 50-76MHz, 76-108MHz, 174-350MHz, 350-400MHz, and 470-600MHz. Tidradio has it listed here:
This BF-F8HP Pro is billed as a better F8HP than the original, but is it? Let’s start with it being from Btech, which has a pretty good reputation for selling upscaled Baofeng radios at a premium. These radios are generally better built, have better accessories, and a better manual. They do, however, cost a little more.
I’m often asked about the differences between GMRS and MURS radio services, and which one works best for various situations. The answer isn’t as simple as picking the “better” option – it really depends on what you’re trying to do. GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) packs a serious punch with power levels up to 50 … Read more
Ham radio contesting is one of my favorite aspects of the hobby. It turns regular amateur radio operation into a fast-paced competitive sport where operators try to make as many contacts as possible in a limited time. Some people call it radiosport, and I think that’s a pretty accurate description. These competitions have come a … Read more
When looking at CB vs Ham Radio, the differences are pretty dramatic when you look at the numbers. Ham radio can pump out up to 1500 watts and let you chat with someone on the other side of the world, while CB is limited to a measly 4 watts and typically reaches about 20 miles … Read more
I. Introduction Amateur radio, or “ham radio,” is a global hobby and critical emergency communication tool practiced by hundreds of thousands of licensed operators worldwide. But while the core principles of ham radio are shared across borders, the licensing systems, privileges, and regulatory bodies that govern the hobby vary widely. From the United States to … Read more