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GMRS-RPT50 Firmware V1.023R Now Available

Thursday, March 19, 2026 ARLINGTON, SD - BTECH today announced the release of Firmware V1.023R for the GMRS-RPT50 bringing a focused set of refinements that improve day-to-day repeater operation, display accuracy, and update clarity. This release releases primarily addresses a modulated hum heard with CTCSS tones in certain unique setups, corrects per-channel low/high power display behavior, and aligns the firmware on the repeater to display the actual version number.  Built on the V1.021R relaunched foundation These updates build on the major usability...

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New release: BS-50 is here, and BS-22 now comes in Tan

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH today announced the release of the BS-50 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker Mics and the new BS-22 in Tan, expanding the BTECH PRO ecosystem with rugged, modern wireless options built for real-world vehicle, field, and outdoor use. Designed to pair seamlessly with GMRS-PRO, GMRS-50PRO, UV-PRO, and UV-50PRO, both speaker mics let users keep the radio mounted or stowed while operating comfortably from the mic. For many users, the goal is simple: cleaner installs, fewer cable snags,...

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GMRS-RPT50 Firmware V1.021R Now Available: Reverse CTCSS for Cleaner Dropouts, Faster On-Site Setup

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 ARLINGTON, SD - BTECH today announced the release of Firmware V1.021R for the GMRS-RPT50, delivering a major refinement to on-air behavior and day-to-day usability. The update is led by a new Reverse CTCSS (Reverse Burst TX) option designed to reduce squelch tail noise at the end of transmissions, along with a reorganized front-panel menu system, improved on-screen feedback, and a redesigned CPS programming experience. Repeaters should sound clean and set up fast. Firmware V1.021R focuses on the moments...

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BTECH introduces the DA-7X2. True Dual Receive. True VFO. Built to evolve.

Friday,  January 30, 2026 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH today announced DA-7X2, a new dual-band handheld that treats “digital + analog” as a day-to-day reality, not a menu choice. DA-7X2 pairs true dual-receiver hardware (monitoring VHF and UHF at the same time) with a radio workflow that stays fast in the field: a dual-display Main/Sub layout, true VFO and full memory-channel operation, and on-radio adjustability that doesn’t assume you’re sitting at a desk.  The name is intentional. DA is about a broader...

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UV-50PRO Firmware Changelog

This page lists official UV-50PRO radio firmware releases in reverse chronological order. Update tip: After flashing, if the screen does not power back on: unplug the radio from power → Press and hold the Menu button (the top left white button) → While holding the Menu button, reconnect power and turn the radio on (after releasing the reset will take about 1 minute). This will reflash the display firmware and restore normal operation. Best practice: After major updates, back up your...

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GMRS-50PRO Firmware Changelog

This page lists official GMRS-50PRO radio firmware releases in reverse chronological order. Update tip: After flashing, if the screen does not power back on: unplug the radio from power → Press and hold the Menu button (the top left white button) → While holding the Menu button, reconnect power and turn the radio on (after releasing the reset will take about 1 minute). This will reflash the display firmware and restore normal operation. Best practice: After major updates, back up your...

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GMRS-PRO Firmware Changelog

This page lists official GMRS-PRO radio firmware releases in reverse chronological order. Update tip: After flashing, if the screen does not power back on, power off → hold OK (top-left green key) → power on to initialize the new firmware. Best practice: After major updates, back up your channels, then perform a Factory Reset and re-sync using the BTECH GMRS Programmer app. V0.9.2 — January 29, 2026 New Radio Settings Update: Added a Reverse Frequency switch in Radio Settings. Programmable Buttons: New assignable actions: Squelch Level +, Squelch Level −,...

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UV-PRO Firmware Changelog

This page lists official UV-PRO radio firmware releases in reverse chronological order. Update tip: After flashing, if the screen does not power back on, power off → hold OK (top-left green key) → power on to initialize the new firmware. Best practice: After major updates, back up your channels, then perform a Factory Reset and re-sync using the BTECH UV Programmer app. V0.9.2 — January 29, 2026 New KISS Mode Enhancements: Configure TX and RX frequencies independently, and set TX power for the KISS profile. DTMF...

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BF-F8HP PRO Firmware V0.53 Is Live: Smarter Scanning, Better Airband, More Control

Friday,  January 23, 2026 ARLINGTON, SD – Firmware V0.53 for the BTECH BF-F8HP PRO is available now. and this update isn’t the usual “small fixes you’ll never see.” The very first thing you’ll notice is the screen: the radio now tells you more, faster, and more clearly while you’re actually using it. The game-changer: a real signal strength readout on-screen (approx dBm) For the first time on the BF-F8HP PRO, and a first-of-its-kind feature in the Baofeng-style handheld world for a lot of...

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BTECH Launches the BL-5RH AA Battery Pack: Your Ultimate Emergency Power Solution for the BF-F8HP PRO

Friday,  December 19, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH today unveiled the BL-5RH AA Battery Pack, a meticulously engineered extended emergency power solution for the BF-F8HP PRO and other two-way radios on the BL-5RH platform, including the UV-5RM, UV-5G Plus, and GM-5RH. Designed for seamless integration, this innovative accessory empowers users to harness common AA batteries for dependable backup power: perfect for emergency kits, field expeditions, vehicle glove boxes, and professional work sites where recharging lithium packs isn't an option. In an unpredictable...

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