FM broadcasters attempt money grab

by Eric on August 27, 2010

in News

Just in case you missed it, American FM broadcasters are attempting a shameful money grab.  Apparently they want congress to force mobile phone manufacturers to include FM tuners in every mobile phone.  Their claim that it is to increase public safety is laughable. Perhaps they should try broadcasting some good content for a change and let the public decide if they want to carry an FM radio with them.

CNET’s article is here.

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