Issue 402 January 3, 2026

Top links

RM Noise: AI noise filtering
Live filtering of voice and CW.
RM Noise

Run HamClock on your AllStarLink node
There is a script written to do this and it is easy to use.
EtherHam

POTA operators need to be more respectful
Interactions can be downright stressful, especially during the later hours of the day when a lone operator can look “suspicious” to someone who doesn’t understand Amateur Radio.
VE3IPS

W6RGC/AI: AI amateur radio operator and voice assistant
Natural language APRS capabilities allowing operators to send and receive APRS messages using conversational voice commands.
W6RGC

What QRP has taught me about slowing down
One of the things I love most about QRP is how naturally it encourages me to slow down and be present in the moment.
QRPer

Amateur Radio Television live streams
View live feeds of Amateur Radio Television transmissions.
BATV

UberSDR
A powerful, web-based SDR platform powered by ka9q-radio.
UberSDR

52 week Ham Radio Challenge wrap-up
What a journey it’s been!
Ian Renton

North Pole connection: Families speak to Santa through Ham Radio
Ham Radio operators have coordinated the holiday tradition through Santa Net for 20 years.
WVIA

Upcoming Events

Space-π to transmit SSTV images via UMKA-1 (RS40S) CubeSat
December 28, 2025

HamSCI Speaker Series Explores WSPR Spectral Width
January 8, 2026

Video

Replacing the IC-705 USB port with USB-C
Close-up shots of each step, what to watch out for, and tips to avoid common mistakes during installation.
KM4ACK

Improving receive performance on 80 Meters
Is a dipole or a loop better?
Ask Dave!