Understanding Emission Designators for APRS and Digital Modes on 2m and 70cm Bands
When working with APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System), digital modes, or new technologies like LoRa…
Understanding RSSI & SNR in APRS LoRa: What Do These Numbers Mean?
If you’ve ever looked at APRS LoRa logs and seen cryptic numbers like -127 and…
How MeshCore Works
As digital communication networks evolve, there’s growing demand for decentralized, low-bandwidth, and resilient systems that…
How Meshtastic Works
In a world where communication infrastructure can be unreliable—or even unavailable—projects like Meshtastic are pushing…
LoRaNicator: A Throwback to Pagers, Powered by LoRa
I recently came across a fascinating project shared by Cameron Coward that really caught my…
T-Watch S3: Open-Source Smartwatch with LoRa and ESP32-S3 for Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
In the world of open-source hardware, the T-Watch S3 stands out as a remarkable addition,…
SenseCAP Indicator – A Smart Touchscreen Built for Meshtastic
The world of off-grid communication just got a stylish and functional upgrade. The SenseCAP Indicator…
What is LoRaWAN?
LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) is a network protocol designed to enable long-range, low-power…
LoRa and Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS) Modulation: How It Works
LoRa (Long Range) is a wireless communication technology that has gained significant popularity in recent…
Reticulum: The Future of Secure and Resilient Networking
In a world where digital communication is often subject to surveillance, censorship, and centralized control,…
Introducing MeshCore: A Lightweight LoRa Mesh Networking Library
Mesh networking has become an essential technology for off-grid communication, emergency response, and IoT applications.…
MeshSense: A Comprehensive Tool for Monitoring and Mapping Your Meshtastic Network
If you're using Meshtastic—a popular open-source, long-range, and low-power communication network—keeping track of your network’s…
Deploy Your Own Tactical Awareness with FreeTAKServer
Installing FreeTAKServer with Meshtastic and ATAK-CIV FreeTAKServer is an open-source server designed to enhance real-time…
Setting Up and Using Meshtastic with ATAK-Civ
Introduction Meshtastic is an open-source, off-grid communication platform that uses affordable hardware to create a…
Hamradio.my Meshtastic Map – Live Tracking for Off-Grid Communications
What is Meshtastic? Meshtastic is an open-source, long-range, low-power communication system designed for off-grid messaging…
CA2RXU LoRa APRS Tracker Firmware x 9M2PJU-4 APRS Bot
Exciting New Features for Enhanced APRS Tracking We are thrilled to introduce groundbreaking updates in…
How Meshtastic Can Be Used Today: A Comprehensive Guide
In an increasingly connected world, the need for reliable, decentralized communication has never been more…
Demonstration: Sending Messages Through the Meshtastic-to-APRS Gateway to the 9M2PJU-4 APRS Bot 📡
In today’s fast-paced world, reliable communication is critical, especially when traditional infrastructure may not be…
Exploring aprstastic: The Meshtastic APRS Gateway for Ham Radio Enthusiasts
If you're an amateur radio operator looking to enhance your APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System)…
Exploring LoRa APRS: VHF vs UHF Performance
In the rapidly evolving world of amateur radio and the Internet of Things (IoT), the…
Choosing the Best Antennas for Your LoRa APRS Tracker and iGate at 433 MHz
When it comes to reliable communication with your LoRa APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) tracker…
Optimizing Smart Beacon Profiles and Power Settings for LoRa APRS Tracker
In the world of amateur radio and APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System), optimizing your Smart…
Optimizing LoRa APRS Tracker for Maximum Battery Life
As an avid user of LoRa APRS trackers, I’ve dedicated considerable time to fine-tuning my…
The Power of Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS): History, Techniques, and Applications
Introduction Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS) is a unique modulation technique renowned for its robustness, long-range…
Convert Your Heltec Wireless Stick Into a 433 MHz LoRa APRS iGate or Digipeater
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to turn a Heltec Wireless Stick…
Convert Your 433 MHz Heltec Wireless Tracker into a 433 MHz LoRa APRS Tracker
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to convert a 433 MHz Heltec…