The NAB says now that the nation is coming off one of the worst years on record for natural disasters, its broadcast members believe it is the right time for a reasonable and factual discussion on the merits of cellphone manufacturers and carriers embedding FM chips in their devices.
Policymakers such as members of the Congressional Black Caucus and former FCC Commissioner Michael Copps agree the issue needs to be discussed, according to the trade association.
The NAB supports the voluntary adoption of radio receivers in mobile devices. It has supported the action on a voluntary basis for about a year after previously supporting a federal mandate to get existing FM chips enabled or new chips built into devices as part of negotiations with the recording industry over performance rights.
(Source : Radio World)
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