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Icom America Inc. is a part of Icom Incorporated, a world leader in communications since 1954. One of a few organizations that manufacture a total radio line-up of Land Mobile, Marine, Amateur, Aviation, and Satellite radio, Icom's technological prowess is legendary. Icom continues to lead global industries with the development of digital technologies toward the future in radio communications.

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Hamvention 2025: Icom Ham Radios Inspire Beginners and Veteran Operators Alike

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July 9, 2025
Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
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Dayton Hamvention 2025
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Dayton Hamvention 2025 drew amateur radio hobbyists of all experience levels who shared stories and personal milestones. Icom ham radios took center stage in many of these testimonials, featuring longtime fans to new licensees discovering the hobby through family and school. Attendees praised the reliability, sound quality, and ease of use of models like the ID-51, IC-705, and IC-9700. These radios have become trusted tools for both local communication and digital networks like D-STAR.

Beyond performance, Icom inspired reflections on community, tradition, and shared passion. Users spoke to Icom ham radios’ lasting presence in their journeys, from decades-old giveaways to newly formed school radio clubs. Icom continues to play a central role in how operators experience and grow within amateur radio, whether helping someone get started or strengthening long-standing connections.

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