Dads love gadgets. It's a good bet that Dad's briefcase is already stuffed with an iPod, Blackberry and cell phone, and when he gets home he probably enjoys watching his HDTV or taking family pictures with the digital camera.


So what's the right gadget for him this Father's Day? How about a new digital HD Radio receiver? You've likely heard the ads on your local radio stations, but you might not be familiar with HD Radio technology, developed by iBiquity Digital.


In much the same way that other technologies have made the transition to digital - album to CD, VHS to DVD, etc. - HD Radio is the digital upgrade of AM/FM radio. And just like these other technologies, HD Radio boasts some cool new features, but you need an HD Radio equipped receiver in order to experience them.


One of the primary appeals of HD Radio broadcasting is the exclusive 'HD2' channels that feature a wide variety of fresh new music and news formats. Depending on your location, there are HD2 channels dedicated to "BBC News," "Blues," "Disco," "Jammin' Oldies," "Traditional Jazz" or "All Beatles." HD Radio also offers great sound quality - AM sounds like today's FM and FM sounds like a CD. Plus, once you have an HD Radio receiver, there are no additional charges or subscription fees.


Manufacturers of HD Radio products for the car and home include brand names such as Sony, JVC, Polk, Cambridge SoundWorks and many more. These products can be found online and at national retailers such as Amazon.com, Best Buy, Circuit City, Crutchfield.com, RadioShack and Wal-mart.