Stay up to date on new products and advances in technology to ensure your officers are equipped with the tools they need.
Police Chief keeps you on the cutting edge of law enforcement technology with monthly product announcements. Items about new or improved products are based on news releases supplied by manufacturers and distributors; IACP endorsement is in no way implied.
Flock Safety offers the innovative drone as a first responder system: Flock Alpha. This purpose-built drone system enhances speed, camera power, and coverage area in a fully integrated solution. It can reach speeds of up to 60 mph and read license plates from up to 2,000 ft. away. Features include 45-minute flight time, rapid battery swapping, a contact charging docking station, and a high-definition thermal camera with four cellular modems and a parachute. It delivers real-time situational awareness in seconds after an audio alert, an LPR hotlist hit, or a call for service through its seamless integration into the Flock Safety system.
PRYME, a leading manufacturer of pro-quality audio accessories for two-way radios and wireless devices, announces the new BT-583-V2SW adds a power switch to PRYME’s trusted Wireless Headset Adapter for Motorola APX and MotoTRBO XPR 6100/6500/7500 Series radios. This upgraded model enables users to toggle Bluetooth functionality on or off without removing the adapter from the radio. The BT-583-V2SW supports PRYME’s line of PTT buttons and pairs easily with Bluetooth headsets. Designed with durability and mission-critical reliability in mind, the Wireless Headset Adapter with Power Switch gives groups the power to use their radios with and without a wireless headset or RSM.
Adept Armor introduces the Archon Level IV Plate, representing the ideal balance between protection, weight, and comfort. Weighing in at just 5.75 lbs. and measuring 10 x 12 inches at a 1-inch thickness, it delivers comprehensive protection while maintaining an exceptionally light weight. This plate features a SiC-TiB2 composite strike face, a next-gen ceramic material developed specifically to counter tungsten-cored small arms threats; a next-gen UHMWPE composite backer with an integrated, premium Ivoryguard thermoplastic foam on the body side for exceptional comfort and trauma reduction; a multi-curve design for comfort and fit; and a full-sized strike face with edge-to-edge ceramic coverage.
Frontline Communications provides high-quality custom-built communication vehicles that help agencies respond to any emergency. Designed to support secure, redundant, and flexible communications, these vehicles incorporate comprehensive technology. These mobile command and specialty communication vehicles span the gamut from van conversions to the 46 ft. 8 in. vehicle that was custom built for the United States Postal Service Inspection Service. Each vehicle delivers reliability through innovative vehicle designs and integrated systems solutions. Designed for mission readiness, these vehicles can become operations hubs capable of supporting police operations, providing law enforcement agencies with state-of-the-art platforms for coordination, communication, and situational awareness.
EnGenius Technologies Inc. announces the release of the ECC500 AI Surveillance Camera, an 8-megapixel solution engineered to deliver enterprise-class scalability, high-performance recognition, and next-generation AI intelligence to achieve faster, smarter, and more flexible security across complex environments. Equipped with advanced on-device and Cloud AI, the camera can understand faces, license plates, and objects with accuracy and context awareness. It’s LPR capability transforms urban safety. By capturing and recognizing license plates in real-time, it supports automated traffic violation enforcement and identifies suspect or unauthorized vehicles. With ECC500, law enforcement agencies and city planners gain a scalable, cloud-managed solution for road safety.
T-Mobile is offering 911 text access to anyone with a compatible phone. T-Mobile Text to 911 through satellite is designed to cover the 500,000 square miles in the United States not reached by traditional cell towers. Now, along with Text to 911 services available via terrestrial cell towers, wireless users in remote areas without traditional coverage or in areas where coverage is hindered by natural disasters can reach emergency services nearly anywhere with a view of the sky. T-Satellite with Starlink connects compatible cellphones to an array of 650+ Starlink satellites orbiting the Earth, giving wireless users a lifeline when they can’t connect to earth-bound cell towers.
Genetec Inc. has added cloud-native audio communications capabilities to its Security Center SaaS. Genetec is bringing real-time voice capabilities to its intuitive cloud-based interface that unifies video, access control, and intrusion monitoring. Strong cybersecurity and privacy features are built into the design of Security Center SaaS. Like video and access control, audio data are handled as confidential information and secured with encrypted communications to safeguard data in transit. Audit trails provide accountability during investigations, and automated software updates with regular security patches keep the system current against emerging threats. Communications for Security Center SaaS is available through the Genetec network of accredited channel partners.
ZE Government Solutions launched ZeroEyes Aerial Detection Kit (ZAD), a portable, drone-based AI threat detection and intelligent situational awareness solution designed for public safety agencies. It provides operators with a stand-alone drone solution that can be deployed in minutes from agencies’ existing drone platforms to detect firearms, people, vehicles, drones, and maritime vessels. It integrates seamlessly with existing drones and drone programs, and it comes equipped with a carry-on case and a ZeroEyes laptop to stream video and deliver automated alerts to dispatch or operations centers via LTE, Wi-Fi, or mesh radio. It connects to drone feeds or controllers through HDMI, IP address, RTSP, or headsets.
The Discovery system by Decision Sciences with its unique Muon Tomography technology, AI and machine learning is now also emerging as a powerful system for the detection of smuggled narcotics, particularly effective in nonintrusive inspections (NII) of dense, homogeneous cargo, where such narcotics are often smuggled. Muon tomography leverages proprietary data collection and image analysis to identify intensity contrasts caused by variations in mass density and atomic number. It can assist in detecting narcotics that are diluted or dissolved in liquids. Moreover, muon tomography enhanced with customized AI and machine-learning enhances the system’s capabilities for the NII detection of narcotics and other contraband.
The Ductless Demonstration Hood is ideal for experiments and demonstrations because of its viewing visibility from all four sides. A demonstration can be performed while others gather around and observe safely. The hood can also serve as an individual workstation or a vented storage enclosure. A hinged viewing window or optional horizontal sliding glass panels allow for easy access and user safety. An integral exhaust blower safely exhausts fumes and odors. A vaporproof fluorescent light fixture with control switch is factory installed. A wide selection of accessories, including tables and ducting, is also available for specific needs.
TOUGHBOOK Antennas Powered by Panorama take rugged connectivity to new heights. The flagship 5G Sharkee delivers secure, high-speed multi-network performance in a discreet, durable shark-fin housing that is built to withstand any environment. The antenna delivers fast data transmission and precise GPS accuracy for first responders. Panorama antennas feature 2×2 MiMo 4G/5G, Wi-Fi 6, and GPS/GNSS in one housing; IP69K-rated for all-weather durability; preconfigured extension cables; simple, single-hole install; and TAA compliance. It supports large fleets and delivers coverage in both urban and remote areas with dependable connections and a rugged design built to withstand heavy use.
TrafFix Devices highlights the Urbanite Pedestrian Wall. Combining lightweight construction with rugged durability, the design streamlines setup with two integrated steel T-legs that swivel into position quickly and fold flush for compact stacking. At just 23 pounds, it can be easily lifted, deployed, and repositioned without machinery. It features a double-walled, nonflexible design that enhances structural integrity and long-term performance. Made from high-density, UV-stabilized polyethylene, it resists fading and damage from prolonged sun exposure. Each six-foot-long section includes secure, blow-molded male and female connectors that provide strength and flexibility when linking multiple walls. Ten molded-in vertical windows reduce wind load.
