Smooth Criminal

BoRyanMaynard Smooth Criminal on an Oud // Pretty cool youtube.com/watch?v=_FwJqY…

I Am Spartacus

Wait for it...

Mobile QSO Aid

An interesting idea...

"After finally discovering I could fit my Yaesu FT-2900R in my Honda Accord, I've become much more interested in transmitting while mobile. Although this rig is 2 meter only, I've been able to work a few people while driving back and forth from college. My setup is quite simple which I will highlight in a future post. In order to stir up some activity, I've tried taping a piece of paper in my back window stating my callsign and the FM simplex calling frequency in hopes someone will see it and give me a call."

Baofeng GT-3

Thanks to Rob for the pointer... the Baofeng GT-3. I may have to get one for "self-consumption" since it is the "2014 latest Baofeng two way radio with human-oriented features" for only $63 (USD).

"This is the 2014 latest Baofeng two way radio with human-oriented features. Large capacity Li-ion Battery can last for 7-9 hours of continuous use. Small and lightweight, it is small enough to fit in a pants pocket.  Upgraded frame material and black&orange color matching make it more durable and give it a more fashionable appearance. Multi-Language manual is available, including English, German and French. Moreover, it comes with a user-friendly user manual for bringing fabulous user experience. It's the best choice for gifts and self-consumption. 

Features:
* Dual-band handheld transcevier with display function menu on the display "LCD".* DTMF encoded.* Incorporates 105 codes "DCS" and 50 privacy codes "CTCSS" programmable.* Timer transmission "TOT" programmable.* Selecting the Scan Mode.* Built-in RX CTCSS/DCS scan, LED flash.* Programmable by PC.* Dual Watch/dual reception.* Level Threshold "Squelch" adjustable from 0 to 9.* Crossband reception.
Specifications:
* Memory channels: Up to 128 channels* Frequency stability: 2.5ppm* Antenna impedance: 50 ohm* Operating temperature: -20 ~ +60 °C* Supply Voltage: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion mAh 7.4V/1800* Cunsumption in standby: ≤73mA* Cunsumption in reception： 380mA* Cunsumption in transmission： ≤1.4A* Mode of operation: Simplex or semi-duplex"

53 Pencil

An alternative to the Jot Script... the 53 Pencil. It looks a little boxy, but I like the flip to erase. This says that even if I don't love a currently available stylus, I should have hope as people seem to be developing better products.

HF-One: HF-One MKII Box

Friday is probably not the best time for a major update on the HF-One - and I don't really have one anyway. But they are working on the packaging.

Baojie BJ-UV55/HYS TC-UV55: Notes from Jens

Jens has one of these and has added a lot of information in the comments of my (or really Nate's) original post. If you are interested in this radio, it is definitely worth a scan of his comments.

HBO Go on Chromecast

My Chromecast just became more valuable to me - it now works with HBO Go!

Privacy

Somethings you can't control - some you can.

Importing Chinese Radios

Interesting post about the FCC rules for the US over at the KG-UV950P Yahoo Group. According to it, you can bring in a radio for testing - but just do it in quantities of less than 4,000.

"47 CFR §2.1204 Import conditions. 

(a) Radio frequency devices may be imported only if one or more of these conditions are met:

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(3) The radio frequency device is being imported in quantities of 4,000 or fewer units for testing and evaluation to determine compliance with the FCC Rules and Regulations, product development, or suitability for marketing. The devices will not be offered for sale or marketed.  

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(b) The ultimate consignee must be able to document compliance with the selected import condition and the basis for determining the import condition applied."