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# Ham Radio vs. GMRS: A Comparative Guide As two popular forms of two-way communication, ham radio (amateur radio) and GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) serve distinct purposes and audiences. Understanding the differen…
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Getting your ham radio operator license can be a rewarding experience. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process: ### Step 1: Understand the License Classes In the U.S., there are three main classes of …
If you buy or sell radios on eBay, you'll want to know about this.New FCC-related requirements took effect October 13, 2026, affecting how certain radio-transmitting devices can be listed on online marketplaces.📻 Here's …
Imagine waking up tomorrow and discovering that your internet, cellular network, and traditional phone services are all down.No texting. No social media. No phone calls.Would your current radio setup allow you to communi…
- A MILESTONE FOR ARISS IN A CHILE HIGH SCHOOL - AMATEUR HONORED AS 'FRIEND OF BROADCASTERS' - HISTORIC TRANSMITTER SENDS MESSAGE OF PEACE - ARGENTINIAN HAMS ORGANIZE TRIBUTE TO SILENT KEY - CHICAGO ATTORNEY, EARLY PROPO…
This is one of the reasons amateur radio still matters. Operators are preparing to support emergency communications as Tropical Storm Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast.
Here’s what’s new on HamLike this week:---Gallery photo upvotes You can now upvote photos in profile galleries and club galleries. You’ll see the vote count, plus small avatar icons showing who upvoted. When someone upvo…
- CANADA TAKES TIME-KEEPING SHORTWAVE STATION OFF THE AIR - BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR SABLE ISLAND QSL CARDS - DOUBLE THE CELEBRATION FOR AMATEURS IN GIBRALTAR - 13 COLONIES EVENT RETURNS WITH CHANGES - HALL OF FAME INDUCTS …
Points to ponder today if you are talking on "DMR" using a phone or something like a M1KE, is it ham radio or a phone call? If a device doesnt transmit or receive Ham radio RF, is it ham radio? I call it MySpace VoIP cha…
Just launched CQ Desk. A new ham radio dashboard with live spots, map, space weather, callsign lookup, POTA/sats, and ham news in one place. It’s in beta, but it’s live now if you want to check it out!
Experience Hamtastic 2025, San Diego’s biggest amateur-radio and tech gathering — filmed on Fiesta Island on October 18, 2025! Hosted by KE6VDW and the All Your Base Network, this event brought together ham operators, me…
