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text by @W1DVR Jun 27, 2025

📻 TIDRADIO TD-H3 – 1 Year Later

I’ve been using the TD-H3 as my daily carry for the past year, and here’s a quick review based on real use:

👍 What I Like:

Compact and durable – fits in the pocket, holds up well

Color screen – bright and easy to read

USB-C charging – super convenient, charges fast anywhere

Battery life – I get 2+ days per charge

Multi-band receive – VHF, UHF, air band, FM, NOAA, etc.

Bluetooth + app programming – makes updates quick and easy

CHIRP support – works great for bulk edits and backups

👎 What Could Be Better:

Scan speed is a bit

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text by @W1DVR May 14, 2025

What’s Your Daily Carry Handheld Radio?

Whether you're out hiking, commuting, or just monitoring repeaters from the garage, what's the HT (handheld transceiver) you always have within arm’s reach?

  • - Is it rugged and reliable?
  • - Lightweight and simple?
  • - Loaded with digital modes?
  • - Just sentimental?

Post a quick photo or tell us what you carry and why it’s your go-to. Even better if you show it in the wild! Clipped to your pack, running APRS on the dash, or keeping you company on the trail.

Let’s compare gear and maybe get some new ideas!

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