i am just getting back into cb radios after being deceived for many years about the need for a license
my need has come about since standard two way radios do not seem to cut the mustard for my usage such a solo backpacking, hiking trips
i also looked at the sim card types and or on 3g network whereas most service providers will be closing 3g in the not too distant future and do not know if it will reflect on two way radios
BT is going to wind down 3G connectivity by 2023 as it looks to increase its 4G and 5G coverage across most of the UK by 2028. https://www.theregister.com/2021/07/15/bt_3g_shutdown/
We’re switching off 3G in 2023 https://www.vodafone.co.uk/help-and-inf ... switch-off
it seems all standard two way radios need to be in pairs which is not a viable option for iThree announces the end of 3G: what this means for your mobile phone https://www.which.co.uk/news/article/th ... EG98J2obdm
then a light bulb moment hit hard and home to revisit cb radios and viola i am here
i made a thread about my purchase of a vintage Harvard WT 44 Cb Radio Handheld [waiting on delivery] and looking to get back to cb radioing again
yes i know the Harvard WT 44 Cb Radio Handheld is old school and takes ten [10] yes ten [10] AA batteries and that is fine until i can afford a handheld that takes less batteries or rechargeable battery packs [ahh!! their may be a way to make a battery pack for the Harvard WT 44 Cb Radio Handheld]
i have noticed on the map there are several cb operators in the areas i propose to backpack and hike which will add to the fun and enjoyment of being outdoors and have contact for recreation and also emergency situations should there be no signal or battery down on mobile phone