Many might say that AM radio is a remnant of the past, but I would disagree. It’s maybe not as important than it was in the past, but it is a part of culture that’s still vital. AM radio is even useful. In the days of everything digital, AM radio gear is not discussed much […]
TV Fool — TV Signal Locator And Online TV Maps What is a TV Signal Locator? This is a terrific tool which will analyze your location and determine which broadcast television signals are available in your area. Just go to a website called TV Fool, then type in your address to find the available TV […]
16 Jul
Posted by RD Bentley as Amateur Radio, Going Mobile, Scanner Listening
If you wanted a perfect office clock, what would the features require? What makes a good clock for home or office use? Maybe a Digital Battery Atomic Alarm Clock (hito) would be the ultimate office clock, especially one that keeps military time. Operated by 2 AA batteries, a key feature is the auto night light […]
15 Jul
Posted by RD Bentley as Amateur Radio, Going Mobile, Scanner Listening
The little BaoFeng UV-5R Dual Band Two Way Radio is a great little radio for what it is. Well, anyways I like mine and I finally got around to the accessories for it. The antenna for my Baofeng is a real diamond, the Diamond RH77CA Dual-Band Antenna that is… Yes, some say that analog radio […]
02 May
Posted by RD Bentley as Geeky Tips, Going Mobile
Have an old smartphone lying around and want to get cheap monthly cell service? I have discovered a way to use my old iPhone 4 with TracFone and I can tell you that it works. If you don’t need one of those costly unlimited plans and just want to use your phone for a quick […]
The real cause of heartburn may not be what you think it is. We are constantly being bombarded with endless commercials claiming that too much stomach acid is the culprit. The acid is squirting up out of the stomach. Let’s explore. What if too little stomach acid is the real cause of acid reflux? Is […]
Qui es-tu Fritz Haber? We begin with a chilling statistic: 91% of men, and 84% of women, have fantasized about killing someone. Qui es-tu Fritz Haber? The 20th century changes planet earth forever, with a grand scale of war that had never been imaginable. Meanwhile, back on the farm, life was difficult and sometimes bearable. […]
16 Feb
Posted by RD Bentley as Future Tech, Technology
Vasper Technology is designed to stimulate production of natural human growth hormone (‘HGH’) by using a revolutionary patent pending device in conjunction with traditional exercise equipment. The benefits of increasing and maintaining high levels of HGH include increased energy levels, an increased metabolic rate, accelerated post-injury recovery, clarity of mind, restful sleep and many other […]
26 Dec
Posted by RD Bentley as Amateur Radio, Future Tech, Geeky Tips
Turn your non-Bluetooth TV, computer, iPod, stereo, radio, or MP3 player into a Bluetooth machine with these gadgets. Get your bluetooth freedom and get capability at once. These toys will work with the ICOM IC-7300 HF transmitter. 1. TaoTronics 65ft Bluetooth Transmitter Long Range 3.5mm & RCA Wireless Audio Adapter — Broad 65ft / 20m […]
11 Dec
Posted by RD Bentley as Geeky Tips, Scanner Listening
Yes you could say that newer digital technologies have improved music listening and I could hardly disagree with you, but I grew up in a time when broadcast radio was all we had. (Remember the little pocket AM radio?) I still value it so and really like tinkering with radio reception. Here’s how my FM […]