The first digital radio satellite, XM-1, is due for launch Jan. 8
The first digital radio satellite, XM-1, is due for launch Jan. 8 from the Sea Launch floating platform at 2:35 p.m. PST. Dubbed ``Roll,'' the Boeing 702 is the first of two built for XM Satellite Radio Inc. The second, ``Rock,'' is due for launch in March.
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