The development of portable two-way radios is often attributed to Donald Hings, a Canadian inventor, while working for Alfred Gross at CM&S in the late 1930s. Hings’ device, the C-58 “Handy-Talkie,” was created for military use during World War II. Similar technologies were being developed concurrently by other inventors, including Alfred Gross and Henryk Magnuski, further contributing to the evolution of this communication tool. These early devices played a vital role in battlefield coordination and laid the foundation for modern handheld radios.
The ability to communicate instantly across distances revolutionized military tactics and operational efficiency. This technology facilitated improved coordination between units, enabling swift responses to changing battlefield conditions and significantly impacting the outcome of operations. The benefits extended beyond military applications, eventually finding use in various civilian sectors such as public safety, construction, and recreation. The advent of these devices paved the way for the development of smaller, more sophisticated communication technologies that are ubiquitous today.
