Icom shows new IC-R15 at Tokyo Ham Fair

[Kiniutech]

John, as Air490 already beat me to it, it is the UBC126AT AUS/NZ version of 125, just like the 125XL version in the UK or the Albreht version on the Continent, yes, Uniden sold different configurations to different markets.
Looks like R15 will have selectable country settings and band plans like TRX-1E

https://www.icomjapan.com/lineup/products/IC-R15/?open=2

IC-R15 - Icom Europe

New COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER Multi-functional Receiver Designed for Fun of Listening and Ease of Use.

www.icomeurope.com

Wait and see the final specs or versions.

 

[JohnGingras]

Got it! Was not aware.

 

[N6JPA]

"On August 19, 2023, Icom Co., Ltd. exhibited the handheld wideband receiver "IC-R15" as a reference exhibit at the "Ham Fair 2023" venue. The reception frequency range is 76 to 500MHz, and it supports AM/FM/WFM, and can receive two waves simultaneously in all bands. Equipped with an easy-to-read color LCD, equipped with Bluetooth, recording function, Micro SD slot, etc. It supports simultaneous reception of two waves in the V/UHF band."

Sounds like somewhat of a replacement for the IC-R30.

【ハムフェア2023】＜サプライズ発表はコレ!!＞アイコム、2波同時受信が可能な広帯域受信機「IC-R15」を参考出品 - hamlife.jp

What is the point? Everyone can use their smartphone with a webSDR server to listen to what they want. Just sayin...

 

[bearcatrp]

Provided its not down for whatever reason.

 

[bearcatrp]

Let’s hope this week our radios we pre ordered ships!!!

 

[eorange]

What is the point? Everyone can use their smartphone with a webSDR server to listen to what they want. Just sayin...

You're right! Because there's lots of streams available online for listening to aerial refueling and SATCOM!

Oh wait...

 

[bearcatrp]

I emailed HRO asking when they will get them since the FCC just approved it. Waiting on a response.

 

[xms3200]

Hope they send you a reply with some sort of speific info besides...We will begin shipping the Icom units immediately we receive them from Icom Japan...seems like nowadays, very vague, generic replies is the standard reply.

 

[palmerjrusa]

I emailed HRO asking when they will get them since the FCC just approved it. Waiting on a response.

You get any response from HRO?

 

[bearcatrp]

You get any response from HRO?

Not yet.

 

[MrThompson]

I'm tempted, not so much on the new rig's merits other than Bluetooth which is somewhat ironic because I normally shun Bluetooth for audio thanks to my golden ears. A R6 is what I prefer except for private listening while on foot. The R15 would preserve my precious R30 when used with Aftershokz along with a reduction of mass. Should have bought a second R30 as soon as word came out that they were being discontinued.

 

[bearcatrp]

The R30's come up from time to time. Just jump when you see one pop up. Was one in the for sale section out of canada last week. I grabbed a second one when someone posted here awhile back. Already cloned and ready for use if needed.

 

[palmerjrusa]

I'm tempted, not so much on the new rig's merits other than Bluetooth which is somewhat ironic because I normally shun Bluetooth for audio thanks to my golden ears. A R6 is what I prefer except for private listening while on foot. The R15 would preserve my precious R30 when used with Aftershokz along with a reduction of mass. Should have bought a second R30 as soon as word came out that they were being discontinued.

They disappeared real fast after Icom announced it was being discontinued.

Hint, hint Icom for a little brother for the IC-R30😁...

 

[bearcatrp]

Just did a quick google search. eBay Japan has a few. Price jacked up as usual. I wouldn’t trust ebay myself for expensive electronics.

 

[bearcatrp]

Haven't heard back from HRO yet. Something tells me they are preparing to process and ship. I usually get a response in 48 hrs. On day 4 now.

 

[xms3200]

Did they charge you the $35 fee to reserve the IC-R15 unit, and then when it ships, you get charged the full price.

 

[bearcatrp]

Did they charge you the $35 fee to reserve the IC-R15 unit, and then when it ships, you get charged the full price.

Yes.

 

[JohnGingras]

I was at the Milwaukee store last week and asked the guy behind the counter when the R-15 was coming in and he had no idea what the R15 was

 

[xms3200]

Some people have no interest in their job, some of them are working there while looking for their dream job.

 

[palmerjrusa]

Did they charge you the $35 fee to reserve the IC-R15 unit, and then when it ships, you get charged the full price.

I've already been charged the $35 fee...