Quick Answer: Ham radio frequencies span 1.8 MHz to 1296 MHz across nine major licensed bands. HF bands (3–30 MHz) carry signals worldwide via ionospheric skip. VHF and UHF bands (144 MHz and 420 MHz) operate line-of-sight — typically 20–100 miles simplex, farther through repeaters. The national 2-meter simplex calling frequency is 146.520 MHz FM. … Read more
Rapid Radios are POC radios that transmit voice over a multi-carrier LTE cellular network — not radio frequencies — giving them nationwide range wherever cell service exists. The G1 2-pack is $399 with 12 months of service included, then $50 per radio per year. They work well for families, RVers, and dispersed business teams in … Read more
What radios do police use? In the US, most departments carry Motorola APX series handhelds — the APX 6000, APX 900, and APX NEXT are the most widely deployed. All run on the P25 digital standard at 700 or 800 MHz. The range doesn’t come from the radio itself — it comes from a city-wide … Read more
The walkie talkie on Apple Watch sends instant push-to-talk voice to other Apple Watch users over Wi-Fi or cellular. Both people need an Apple Watch (Series 1+) running watchOS 5+, an iPhone with FaceTime enabled, and a data connection. There is no physical range limit. Note: Apple is removing the Walkie-Talkie app in watchOS 27 … Read more
“What’s your 20” means “what’s your location?” It’s shorthand for 10-20 — a code from the APCO radio system created in 1937 for police dispatchers. CB radio truckers adopted it in the 1970s. Today it’s used by truckers, security teams, and in everyday conversation to ask where someone is. You’ve probably heard it in a … Read more
If you are exploring walkie-talkies in pack formats, the walkie talkie 3 pack proves best for group use. Based on many social comments, 3-pack walkie talkies are best for small teams, family use, or casual application— often more practical than using one or two units. In this review, we will focus on the top-rated walkie … Read more
Quick Answer: A GMRS license costs $35, covers your entire household for 10 years, and takes under 10 minutes to get at fcc.gov. No exam required. It allows up to 50 watts on 462-467 MHz GMRS frequencies. FRS radios under 2 watts need no license. I got my GMRS license in under 10 minutes the … Read more