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Someone developed wireless walkie-talkies using ESP-NOW over Wi-Fi for direct device-to-device audio, eliminating the need for a radio license.

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Who
Tech Talkies, Hackster.io
What
Someone developed wireless walkie-talkies using ESP-NOW over Wi-Fi for direct device-to-device audio, eliminating the need for a radio license.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:46:35 GMT · 2h 59m ago
Where
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Why
This project offers a method to build walkie-talkies that avoid radio licensing by utilizing Wi-Fi for communication instead of traditional radio frequencies.
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How this affects you

The innovation allows for the creation of license-free walkie-talkies using readily available ESP32 technology, providing an accessible and cost-effective communication solution for hobbyists.

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    Someone developed wireless walkie-talkies using ESP32s that utilize ESP-NOW over Wi-Fi for direct device-to-device audio, bypassing the need for a radio license.
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