License needed for an FRS/GMRS radio?

What is the licensing situation for these combined FRS/GMRS radios – do they have to be licensed or not?

September 9, 2009 | Read the story »

Choosing your radio manufacturer

What two way radio can you recommend with longer range, that is practical to use and is the most affordable for personal use?
I’ve researched a bit and found out that most two-way radios have maximum of 5watts output and they differ in price.
Midland seems to have a good price, while Icom costs a bit more. [...]

August 2, 2009 | Read the story »

Is MDC signalling allowable on MURS Radios?

I have read over many times GMRS, HAM, FRS, and MURS documents. I know MDC Signalling which is used on Motorola Products is prohibited from use on FRS and GMRS. I havent found anything on the Multi Use Radio Service (MURS) though saying you cannot use MDC 1200 (- or +) signalling on MURS un [...]

July 20, 2009 | Read the story »