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If you want to run FT8 from a park, summit, campsite, or other portable location, carrying a laptop can seem like overkill. qFT8 takes a different approach, putting FT8 and FT4 operation directly on an Android phone. This free, ad-free Android FT8 app sup

Choosing the right feed line for maximum performance, lower signal loss, and years of reliable service When hams upgrade their stations, the focus is usually on buying a better transceiver, installing a larger antenna, or adding a more capable amplifier.

A reliable power supply is the foundation of every ham radio station. Whether you're operating a 5-watt QRP rig, a 100-watt HF transceiver, or a VHF/UHF base station, your radio depends on a stable source of clean 13.8-volt DC power. Choose the wrong powe

Whether you're chasing DX from a scenic overlook, checking into a traffic net during your morning commute, or operating from an RV on a cross-country adventure, a quality mobile HF radio lets you stay connected far beyond the range of local repeaters. Unl

Looking for something different on shortwave? The Early Jazz Radio Broadcast International brings classic jazz recordings back to the airwaves with weekly broadcasts on WRMI. Here's the latest broadcast schedule, frequencies, coverage areas, and informati

If you're new to amateur radio, learning how to calibrate an analog SWR meter is an essential skill. Although modern digital meters often perform this process automatically, thousands of hams still rely on affordable analog SWR meters to tune antennas, tr

Parks on the Air (POTA) has become a favorite of many to enjoy amateur radio. Instead of operating from a fixed station, one can pack a radio, battery, antenna, and a few accessories into a backpack, head to a nearby park, and be on the air within minutes

Buying an HF transceiver has never been more challenging. The good news is that there are more capable radios on the market than ever before. The bad news is that every manufacturer claims to offer the best receiver, the best DSP, the best waterfall displ

HQ Shortwave Radio is one of the most talked-about new resources for shortwave listeners. I only discovered it today. Combining AI-powered frequency identification, worldwide broadcast schedules, propagation data, and interactive maps, it aims to simplify

UPDATED: July 2026 If you've ever watched PSK Reporter struggle to keep up during a busy FT8 session, you're certainly not alone. As digital modes have become increasingly popular, the amount of propagation data being generated every minute has exploded.