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NDR radio programmes expanding via DAB+
16.11.2016 - GermanyRadio listeners in the Flensburg region will get their NDR programmes in even better quality. On Tuesday, November 22, a new transmitter for DAB+ will be put into operation in Flensburg-Engelsby.
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DAB+ across Switzerland
16.11.2016 - SwitzerlandIn Switzerland the public broadcasters have discontinued their broadcasts via DAB and will now broadcast exclusively via DAB+. In addition to this several radio stations have moved and expanded their offering.
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Modern Listening in a retro look by Grundig
16.11.2016 - GermanyThe new Grundig Digitalradio DTR 4000 DAB+ BT offers a stylish design and is available in six minimalist colors. It also provides amazing sound and reception quality. The model is available for 259, - € recommended retail price in the color variants White, Oak, Champagne, Pearled Blue, Black as well as Rose Gold.
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RAS will switch to DAB+ in 2017
16.11.2016 - ItalyStarting from 31 January 2017, the RAS (Radiotelevisione special agency) will broadcast via DAB+. DAB+ will make improvements to sound quality, the reception, which will be free of interference, and also to the variety of radio stations available, which will increase to nearly 70.
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Digital switchover in Norway draws closer
16.11.2016 - NorwayNorway is the first country in the world to switch off FM and transition to DAB+ digital radio. Currently, more than 60% of the radio listening in Norway is already digital. The digital switchover in Norway begins on January 11, 2017, in the Nordland area of the county.
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Revamped Audi A3 delivers more value
16.11.2016 - AustraliaThe S3 goes one step better, with standard Nappa leather upholstery for the front sport seats, MMI Navigation Plus, Virtual Cockpit, Digital Radio (DAB+) and 10-speaker CD/DVD audio system.
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Switzerland transitions from DAB to DAB+
15.11.2016 - SwitzerlandOn November 15, the full transition from DAB to DAB+ took place in Switzerland. Tthere are plans to gradually reduce the FM distribution from 2020, this process should be completed in 2024. Figures from earlier this year show that more than half of the listening time in Switzerland spent digitally.
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DAB+ the most important questions and answers
15.11.2016 - SwitzerlandSwitzerland is leading the world with the DAB+ population coverage by covering most of its major roads. According to the Federal Roads Office (ASTRA), DAB+ will be available in 200 motorway tunnels throughout Switzerland by the end of 2018.
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New campaign underway to promote digital radio in Italy
15.11.2016 - ItalyDigitalradio.it has launched its third campaign marketing the benefits of DAB+ digital radio across the 12 national broadcasters and a large number of local stations.
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New Renault Megane Sport Tourer estate
15.11.2016 - United KingdomThe new model comes with automatic dual zone climate control, an Arkamys 3D sound, DAB digital radio, plus a seven-inch touchscreen R-Link 2 infotainment system with satellite navigation.
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