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Technology
Computers Built Cop Tough
Agencies wishing to avoid downtime and the cost of re-installing software into their devices now can choose from a wide variety of makes and models of rugged and semi-rugged machines from a number of different makers. Here's a look at some devices that are probably not 100% cop proof but can take a beating.
October 29, 2015
Patrol
BriteBeam Forensic Laser Tool
Laser Light Solutions
Laser Light Solutions' BriteBeam 8708G4 dual wavelength forensic system is a versatile, high power, lightweight laser tool. The system provides an 8-watt (445nm) blue laser and 4-watt (532nm) green laser.
February 27, 2014
Training
Brite-Strike APALS Hunting Demo
Writer, wildlife photographer, hunter, and naturalist Ron Spomer tests Brite-Strike's APALS, an innovative feather weight, self-adhesive, multi-purpose light.
July 31, 2012
Patrol
Brite-Strike: Traffic Safety Gloves
LED strips on Brite-Strike's Traffic Safety Gloves make officers visible to motorists even in complete darkness. Source: Brite-Strike
March 12, 2012
Technology
Buying Ruggedized Computers
The most common question law enforcement officials ask me about computers is: "What kind of computer should I buy?" The best answer I have come up with so far is: "It depends."
November 29, 2009
Technology
JLT Mobile Computers Ruggedized 1205-PS PC
There are essentially two types of computers in American police cars: removable laptops and fixed onboard computers that aren’t meant to be removed unless they need to be repaired or replaced.
June 30, 2005
Technology
Getac Rugged Computers and Smith Micro Software
GETAC, Inc.
The combination of Getac rugged computers and SmithMicro (www.smithmicro.com) software is the perfect solution to give you the reliability, connectivity and security that police officers need in the field. IACP Booth # 674
October 16, 2014
Patrol
Brite-Strike's Traffic Safety Gloves
On the palm of each glove is a red stop sign pocket made of this material that holds two LED strips, and on the back of the hand are two green light strips that hold one LED strip each. The combination allows motorists to see the light up to at least one-quarter mile away, and the replaceable lithium batteries last for up to 35 hours.
March 12, 2012
Technology
Ruggedized Computers
Each year, at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference in the fall, computer manufacturers introduce their new ruggedized laptops designed for in-vehicle use by law enforcement officers and deputies. View a photo gallery of several of the models that arrived for 2009, such as the Amrel Rocky RT-M, Dell Latitude E6400 XFR, Getac V100, Itronix GD6000 and Panasonic Toughbook 30F.
July 29, 2009
Patrol
Brite-Strike Introduces Duty Light Camera
The Duty Light Camera is a compact rechargeable duty light with a built-in video recorder that provides the ideal light and video resolution needed to capture an engagement while providing light on the subject, according to the company.
May 29, 2012
Technology
The Next Stage of Patrol Computers
Your next mobile in-car laptop will probably connect to the Internet using built-in wireless connectivity like the latest smartphones and tablets. Your agency may even choose to equip your car with a tablet instead of a laptop.
September 9, 2013
Training
JLT Mobile Computers Bright PC
February 29, 2004
Technology
In-Car Computers: Upgrade or Replace?
Much of this decision depends on what make and model of computer you have, what is broken, and/or what you need the computer to do that it isn't able to do now. Sometimes you can do a transplant, and in other situations the best thing is to let it go and give it a decent burial.
September 27, 2010
Technology
In-Car Computers
Time was that the only computer in a patrol car was the Casio calculator inside the duty bag of the driver. Now just a decade later, computers are so common in patrol cars that some have more than one.
September 30, 2006
Technology
Product Demo: Brite-Strike's APALS
Brite-Strike's APALS is a self-adhesive LED light strip designed to improve officer safety during traffic enforcement at night. Source: Brite-Strike
March 12, 2012
Technology
How to Purchase Mobile Computers
Back in 1965, a few years before he helped found Intel, a scientist named Gordon Moore postulated a law of technology. What the brilliant Mr. Moore said is that the power of computers will double every year. Some say he said every 18 months.
June 30, 2005
Technology
Mobile Computers: Central Processing Units
The public safety mobile data customer now needs fast and rugged. That's because of tools like automatic license plate readers (ALPR) and high-end computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems. That software requires state-of-the-art processing power. Fortunately, there are now plenty of computer makers willing and able to supply high-powered mobile computers for law enforcement.
October 23, 2011
Technology
Virus Affects Baltimore PD Computers
A virus has slowed Baltimore police's computer system but police say it doesn't affect any dispatch capabilities or emergency functions.
March 19, 2015
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