Who wants to join me? I first heard of the concept a few months ago, but thought nothing of it. Who cares? It's a radio, it sounds "better", but do I
really need a better sounding radio? Turns out, like my answer to Anna... "I Do". It's cool, it's new, and it's the future of radio. Also, did I mention, just like regular radio,
it's free!!! (besides buying the hardware). HD Radio not only gives you better quality FM/AM radio, textual information, and other goodies. Here is what Crutchfeild has to say about it:
"... HD Radio technology allows broadcasters to transmit a high-quality digital signal. For listeners, the benefits are: FM radio with CD-quality sound, AM radio that sounds as good as FM, No more static, pops, crackles or fades, Transmission of additional information..."
Here is what the Washington Post has to say about it:
"... a feat described by some as radio's most dramatic technological leap since FM broadcasting debuted more than 50 years ago..."
"... It's about educating advertisers and consumers. The digital signal can deliver not just music but text, voice and pictures. One day it might be possible to press a button to order a CD as it plays on the radio. Or hear customized traffic reports. Or pause or rewind your favorite song. These uses may become possible in just a couple of years, transforming radio from a passive medium to an interactive one..."
So this means
I NEED IT!!! Anyone want to tell me different? If you want to read more about HD Radio read
Crutchfield's guide to HD Radio or
listen to a few samples at Ibiquity's site, they seem to be the leaders in this new digital revolution.
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