Direct radio contact with the International Space Station (ISS) during WRC-15
On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of a permanent human presence in space on board the International Space Station (ISS), the ITU International Amateur Radio Club (IARC) 4U1ITU established a direct radio contact with the orbiting Space Station (ISS)…
Press release: Experts examine harmonization for short range devices (SRD) and Ultra Wide Band (UWB)
ITU workshop recognizes explosive growth of short-range radio devices Geneva, 5 June 2014 – An ITU Workshop to facilitate the harmonization process for the global use of short range devices (SRD) and Ultra Wide Band (UWB) technologies attracted key players from the…
Media Advisory: ITU notes explosive growth of short-range radio devices
Workshop to facilitate harmonization for short range devices (SRDs) and Ultra Wide Band (UWB) Geneva, 22 May 2014 – ITU experts and membership along with other organizations have been studying the harmonization of spectrum usage to facilitate maximum gain and efficiency of…
ITU achieves major breakthrough in audio standards
‘Immersive’ sound will transform future TV experience Geneva, 02 December 2013 – ITU has announced a draft Recommendation for next-generation ‘immersive’ and ‘personalized’ audio systems for television and radio. Audio is an essential part of the television experience, as the quality and…
Broadcasting is key communication medium in emergencies
ITU Report to highlight role of terrestrial radio and TV in disseminating critical information Geneva, 29 November 2013 – ITU held a Workshop on Emergency Broadcasting to highlight the importance of international cooperation needed to enhance the reach of broadcasting…
ITU Workshop on Emergency Broadcasting, 21 November
Report highlights role of radio and TV in transmitting critical information Geneva, 11 November 2013 – ITU will hold a Workshop on 21 November 2013 on Emergency Broadcasting and launch a Report on the critical role played by terrestrial radio and television…
