Hey there! Ever been out hiking in the mountains, camping in the woods, or attending a festival where cell service is spotty or non-existent? You know, those times when you …
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and GPS have revolutionized the way we navigate and track positions, playing a crucial role in applications ranging from everyday smartphone navigation to critical infrastructure …
Automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast (ADS-B) technology enables aircraft to determine their position via satellite and periodically broadcast this location information. An ADS-B receiver system can be used to decode this broadcast signal to …
Here’s a basic two-way radio frequency table that outlines commonly used frequency bands along with their typical applications: Band Frequency Range Common Uses Low Band 30-50 MHz Public safety, business …
RTL-SDR is our top budget software-defined radio pick for the year and it is one of the most popular SDRs worldwide. This is the product that most people use when getting started with …
5G networks are being deployed around the world and one of the biggest differences between 4G and 5G is the range specially when it comes to mmWave frequencies. In this …
Yes, mobile phones can read RFID tags. RFID tags come in different types. One of those types is NFC or Near-Field Communication. Mobile smart phones can read NFC tags. For …
With the increasing popularity of streaming services like Netflix, people are reluctant to pay for cable TV anymore. More so, with a TV antenna, you can watch sports, movies, and …
Most Software-defined Radios operate over a large frequency range. The RTL-SDR for instance can operate from 500 kHz to 1.7 GHz while the HackRF can operate from 1 MHz to …
FM radio was invented in 1933 and is one of the most popular broadcast technologies out there. FM broadcast signals in most places in the world occupy the frequency range …
GPS trackers have evolved from bulky devices into compact tools that fit almost anywhere. Hidden and mini GPS trackers serve multiple purposes, from keeping tabs on valuable assets to monitoring …
Car theft and vehicle break-ins remain serious problems across Canada, with thousands of vehicles stolen every year. A GPS tracker helps you monitor your car’s location in real time and …
For three weeks, my Ecobee thermostat disconnected from WiFi at least twice daily. I’d open the app expecting to adjust the temperature remotely, only to see “Offline” status. Walking to …
I spent an entire Saturday trying to activate my new eSIM. The confirmation email from my carrier arrived instantly with the QR code. I scanned it confidently, watched the progress …
You ask Alexa to play your favorite Spotify playlist and she responds with “I’m having trouble connecting to Spotify right now” or “Spotify is not responding.” Your Spotify app works …