XM Radio has the potential to be one of the biggest innovations in the broadcasting world. It provides crystal-clear digital sound around the globe without commercials or unwanted pauses. It offers a vast array of listening options, from every type of music genre to every type of sports coverage and news programming. full story »
Music fans everywhere are tuning in to iPods. To get going with an iPod is not difficult. After you purchase one you can download off the computer, your favorite tunes, right onto the iPod. The flexibility of song choices and its small compact size make the iPod great for those seeking portability. Just like the Walkman’s of old iPods can be used full story »
You’re On The Air!
Have you ever wanted to be on the radio? Produce your own radio talkshow? Ever since I was a kid I have been recording my voice, or my music on to various formats of tape recorders and most recently computers. (Check my music website at www.colinarthur.com) I am excited about some brand new recording devices (especially the iRiver, which records crystal clear to MP3 format), and a new forum called “podcasting” to get your message or music out to the world. full story »
While the information in this guide deals with a New Zealand example, many of the points are relevant in other countries.
When you come to setting up a radio station, you have two very different options. The first choice is to apply for a full power commercial FM license. This type of license allows you to broadcast over a large area. The drawbacks with a full power FM license are that it is often a complicated process, that no frequency may be available in the area you wish to broadcast, and that ongoing fees apply. full story »
Satellite radio is the hottest trend in radio entertainment for your car, home, and office. The freedom from commercials and static is an exhilarating experience. No longer do you have listen to obnoxious jingles and hot air. No longer are you condemned to choose between dead air and Country & Western when traveling in rural areas. full story »
The history of portable satellite radios is short compared to traditional over-the-air radio, but it has rapidly changed the face of radio listening like no other technology in recent memory. The two major satellite radio services, XM Satellite Radio and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, offer a stunning array of programming and compete fiercely for customers. full story »
Satellite radio is becoming more and more popular as an alternative to regular FM radio, and especially for travelers who want to listen to the same station throughout their trip. Basically, you get commercial-free radio for a small monthly fee(around $13/month) and the ability to listen to the same station wherever you go in the country. full story »
f you have ever been frustrated by too many commercials on the radio or losing a station’s signal as you drive out of range, then a portable Sirius satellite radio may be just what you need. When you have a Sirius satellite radio receiver you can listen to whatever you want wherever you go. full story »
There’s been a big push in the consumer electronics industry lately. It’s been the movement towards satellite radio, but one of the biggest questions being asked is how does this technology work? full story »
DAB – What is it?
DAB is short for ‘Digital Audio Broadcasting’, and it will completely change the way we listen to radio again. full story »