Etiquette isn’t just about knowing which fork you will use when you are in a formal dinner. In this article, we will discuss live chat ham radio etiquette, or ragchewing as it is called. Know when to speak Just as knowing where to speak is an important part of Ham […]

Ever watched the infamous Netflix show Stranger Things where four of the kids used a ham radio to communicate with each other? For them, it was no less than a wireless phone or internet connection. What if we tell you that you can make one such ham radio for yourself […]

Ham radio or amateur radio is very popular with radio lovers. What is Ham radio? This makes use of the RF spectrum for non-commercial message exchange, self-training, radio sport, emergency communication, private recreation, and contests. It is a service that draws electronics, communication, and people together. Through this radio, people […]

Yes, ham radio is trackable. Even though it is easy to use a ham radio, it does not offer any security features. That is why it is vulnerable to tracking. In today’s world, many different types of communication can be tracked. The question is, will someone take the effort to […]

If you’re a licensed ham radio operator, whether or not you can pickup police signals using your ham radio may be of interest to you. Most likely, you’re interested in knowing this so you can avoid listening in on private conversations that do not concern you, and may potentially be […]

Many people often get confused and find it difficult to tell the difference between shortwave vs. ham radio. And because of their lack of knowledge and confusion, they often end up buying the device which cannot meet the expectations and requirements they have. However, in reality, there are some significant […]

Choosing the best Ham radio for your car can be fun but tricky, epecially if you are a newbie. This article lists 3 radio that are perfect for your car but also great for beginners. 3 Ham Radios for cars BaoFeng UV-82HP High Power Dual Band Radio: (Ham) Amateur Portable […]

FPV Drones, or First Person View Drones, allow the user to view the images captured by the drone in real time from an in-flight pilots point of view. The video is captured by the on board camera and is able to be viewed remotely by the individual flying the drone […]

Amateur or ham radio astronomy is when hobbyists study the sky by listening to sounds coming from objects from the heavens. Instead of just being contented at visually observing images of celestial bodies, these amateurs of astronomy prefer to listen to “noises” from far galaxies, which cannot be seen by […]

Amateur radio is also called a Ham Radio. This is a reception and radio transmission that is done by private parties and over short waves and other assigned frequencies. The ones operating amateur radios are called “radio ham” or simply “hams”. In order to operate a ham radio, one must […]

Amateur radio frequencies are allocated by the national telecommunication authorities. Each frequency differs in each location in every country depending on its bandlength. Frequencies in each city differ but some frequencies can reach multiple locations if it is strong enough. However, the International Telecommunication Union is the primary authority that […]

Amateur radio, or “ham” radio as it’s more popularly known, is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. To most people, wireless radio may seem like an outdated technology in the age of the Internet. But, oftentimes, it is the only viable means of communication during disasters when the power goes out. […]

Millions of people around the world participate in amateur radio contests. Contests can be exclusive to a certain region or held at a global scale. World Radiosport Team Championship (WRTC) is one of most well-known amateur radio competitions. This event is exclusive to operators invited based on records of wins […]

Learning about the ham radio takes time. You also have to be really interested in it. Of course, you’d also need a ham radio of your own. But with tons of ham radios on the market, choosing your first ham radio can be overwhelming. In this list, you’ll find the […]

In the world of radio communications, you might often hear talk of the call sign. But what exactly is a call sign and what does it mean to have one? If the 70’s novelty song ‘Convoy’ can be believed, a call sign could be something like “The Rubber Duck.” Well, […]

An amateur radio club is one of the best resources any young ham can search for when first entering the world of the ham radio. From information to helping you find a place to take the licensing exam, to holding monthly meetups and hosting competitions, joining a club can elevate […]

It’s a common conception among some that using amateur radio is exactly the same as using a walkie-talkie. It’s another common conception that they aren’t able to be used together. Even more often, ham radio is lumped in with walkie-talkies and CB radios as one entity. How true is any […]

So why is amateur radio so common among the doomsday prepper subculture? There are a number of reasons why it appeals, ranging from logical to ludicrous, but the one that gets brought up most often is that in the case of an electromagnetic pulse—an EMP—the ham radio is going to […]

When it comes to owning and using an amateur radio, the word itself ‘amateur’ can be quite misleading. Much like the nickname ‘ham’, it gives off the impression that the operator is untrained, doesn’t know what they’re doing, and blundering their way through it. But I know for a fact […]

CB refers to Citizens Band, a particular radio band within the 27 MHz band. It is separate from amateur radio, more often used by businesses. When you think of truckers communicating back and forth, they typically use a CB radio. It is due to the popularity of CB radio that […]

One thing you have to deal with when delving into the world of amateur radio is the terminology. Words like ‘frequency’ and ‘bands’ get tossed around with little to no definition, and someone who knows absolutely nothing about ham radio might hear about bands and think it refers to a […]

Listening to your local radio stations can easily leave you tired. All that the AM stations play is the news and traffic reports, and most of these segments are so depressing that you wouldn’t want to hear any more than you have to. FM stations, on the other hand, play […]

We’re living in an age where everyone around us has a cell phone. They’ve become the dominant form of communication, to the point where most young people don’t bother with landlines anymore. So naturally, the question occurs—could you communicate, using an amateur radio, with cell phones? There’s a number of […]

A frequent claim purported by those against amateur radio is that it will interfere with nearby television sets. A cursory search on the Internet does nothing to help prove one side or the other. Several videos litter the web of disgruntled neighbors filming their TV screens. “This is what ham […]