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New DAB+ stations launched in Kuwait
20.02.2018 - KuwaitKuwaiti Minister of Information Mohammad Al-Jabri has inaugurated the new generation of digital DAB+ audio broadcasting stations in Al-Metlaa north of Kuwait City. The minister said the launch of the digital broadcasting service was part of a plan that began two years ago, inspired by the Kuwait Vision 2035 development strategy.
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DAB+ to receive €100 million in Germany until 2020, according to national commission report
20.02.2018 - GermanyThe German Commission for the Determination of the Funding Requirements of Broadcasters (KEF) has presented findings that DAB+ will need expenditure of €100 million for 2017-2020, ie € 25 million a year. The KEF continues to push for a VHF exit by 2029 and wants to prevent a long parallel operation, so it considers the total expenses for radio broadcasting.
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Swiss DAB+ receiver sales rise
19.02.2018 - SwitzerlandIn two years, radio digital time has increased by 10 percentage points, from 49% in autumn 2015 to 61% in autumn 2017.The advance of digital radio is mainly supported by DAB+. The share of this technology now stands at 34%, an increase of 11 points since the autumn of 2015.
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WorldDAB publishes guidelines for in-car digital radio
19.02.2018 - United KingdomDeveloped by the WorldDAB Automotive Working Group, the guidelines are the result of collaboration between broadcasters and car manufacturers. The design guidelines are based on seven use-cases, informed by the research, to ensure the guidelines are based on the actual experience of consumers.
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2018 Kia Optima PHEV
19.02.2018 - United KingdomStandard equipment on the Optima PHEV is very impressive, and includes LED lights all around, heated front seats and steering wheel, climate control and the eight-inch touchscreen also includes the usual sat-nav, DAB radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
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2018 Holden Astra R+ review
19.02.2018 - AustraliaThis is alongside the Astra R's standard features such as 17-inch alloy wheels, reversing camera with rear sensors, a spoiler, cloth 'sports' seats, auto headlights with LED DRLs, a 7.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and DAB+ digital radio.
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2018 Ford EcoSport Titanium
18.02.2018 - AustraliaLike the system used in other Ford models, the EcoSport's infotainment system is up there with the best in the segment. It's quick, easy to navigate, and offers the full suite of features including DAB+ digital radio.
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New DAB+ station launched in Kuwait
18.02.2018 - KuwaitMinister of Information Mohammad Al-Jabri inaugurated on Sunday the new generation of digital DAB+ audio broadcasting stations in Al-Metlaa north of Kuwait City. In a statement to KUNA and Kuwait Television, the inister indicated that the digital broadcasting launch was part of a plan that began two years ago.
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Kuwaiti minister inaugurates DAB+ stations
18.02.2018 - KuwaitMinister of Information Mohammad Al-Jabri inaugurated on Sunday the new generation of digital DAB+ audio broadcasting stations in Al-Metlaa north of Kuwait City. In a statement to KUNA and Kuwait Television, the inister indicated that the digital broadcasting launch was part of a plan that began two years ago.
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Toyota Proace Lerina camper van looks set to rival VW California
16.02.2018 - United KingdomAs far as the more car-like equipment, we have 17-inch wheels, powered folding mirrors, color infotainment, DAB digital radio and air conditioning.
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