Stay up to date on new products and advances in technology to ensure your officers are equipped with the tools they need.
Drone Docking Station
Skydio offers the Skydio X2, a tool that sees in every direction using six 4k 200°
navigation cameras understands the world around it using onboard AI running on an NVIDIA TX2 and makes intelligent decisions to fly with 360° obstacle avoidance. These advancements in drone technology, from AI-enabled obstacle avoidance to high-resolution visual and radiometric cameras to NightSense zero-light autonomy, enable police officers to quickly capture more measurable data at a crash or crime scene. This efficient approach to documentation provides visually compelling, courtroom-ready materials, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
Ammo
Dickinson Arms brings a new line of high-quality full metal jacket (FMJ) 9x19mm Luger ammo to the market: the Komando 9mm steel-case ammo for the Dickinson Arms RA9, 1911, and any other 9mm handgun. The key to accuracy is consistency and practice, and FMJs are known for consistent performance and reliably smooth loading. Available in 115-grain and 124-grain bullet weights, the Komando 9×19 ammo comes loaded in a brass-plated steel case for smooth feeding at a low cost. The bullets are copper with a lead core and have an average velocity of 1,149 fps. The ammo comes 50 rounds per box.
Tactical Weapons Kit
Hydra Weaponry is proud to announce the launch of the HYDRA Survival Package (4 caliber kit), the ultimate all-in-one tactical case. This innovative package combines four popular calibers into a single, versatile system. It includes the 9mm Hydra Rifle and a choice of Colt Style 9mm SMG or MP5 magazines; the Hydra 5.56 Conversion Kit; the Hydra 7.62 x 39 Conversion Kit; and the 300 Blackout Barrel Assembly. All magazines for each caliber are included in this comprehensive package. Weighing 20 pounds and measuring 30 inches by 15 inches by 5 inches, the tactical case is designed for portability and durability.
Covert Armored Vehicle
INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing, a leading provider of armored vehicles, announces its armoring of the INEOS Grenadier. This collaboration between INKAS and INEOS Automotive brings together rugged performance and advanced security. The INEOS Grenadier delivers 282 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. With an eight-speed automatic transmission and permanent four-wheel drive, this vehicle is built to conquer any terrain. INKAS’s standard armoring package provides a level of protection that is capable of withstanding 7.62 x 51mm rifle ammunition and hand grenade blasts. The advanced armoring is composed of bullet-resistant glass and ballistic steel, defending against modern threats from high-power weapons.
Laptop
Panasonic Connect announces the Let’s Note FV4, a new thin, lightweight laptop. This 14-inch TAA-compliant laptop enables dispatchers and supporting staff to share real-time, critical information with mission-critical workers. Staff can process, analyze, and share data, including real-time information from those on the frontlines. The 3:2 aspect ratio screen and “infinite scroll” circular trackpad make supporting teams seamless with easier viewing and management of applications and data. Weighing less than 2.5 pounds, it boasts an Intel Core i7 13th generation processor with up to 14 cores, 32GB of RAM, and 512GB OPAL SSD.
Integrated Video System
i-PRO’s Arbitrator ICV4000 in-car video system advances in-car video technology with its powerful VPU4000 video processing unit, wireless networking capabilities, enhanced security features, and superior image quality from industry-leading camera options. Flexible methods for evidence upload and live streaming are supported, and the ICV4000 provides seamless integration with the Arbitrator BWC4000 body-worn camera (BWC). The BWC has automated activation in response to specific events—like drawing a weapon from its holster—ensuring critical video evidence is captured every time. The Mobile Video Rear/Side Camera, the WV-VCR40W, uses mobile advanced artificial intelligence for enhanced officer safety with Edge AI Human Detection alerts.
Cybersecurity Service
SecuLore, a leader in public safety cybersecurity, announces the launch of its new CJIS Compliance Monitoring and Vulnerability Scanning service. This innovative service is meticulously designed to assist law enforcement and public safety agencies in meeting the rigorous cybersecurity requirements outlined by the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy. The CJIS Security Policy mandates strict controls to protect sensitive criminal justice data, making it essential for agencies to implement robust cybersecurity measures. Leveraging Nessus, a leading vulnerability management tool, this new service is equipped to ensure that agencies are not only compliant but also well-protected against emerging cyberthreats.
Compact Pistol
FN America, LLC, is adding a manual safety option to its FN Reflex and Reflex MRD 9mm pistols. The FN Reflex series is an innovative and easy to shoot concealed-carry option, featuring a light and crisp five-pound, single-action-only fire control, optics-ready capability, and a cold hammer-forged barrel for enduring accuracy. This firearm is a slim, one-inch-wide micro compact that puts 27 rounds at the ready with the included 11-round and 15-round magazines. The ambidextrous manual safety will be available on the standard Reflex and the Reflex MRD configurations, in both black and flat dark earth finishes.
Bleeding-Control Gel
Cresilon Inc. announces TRAUMAGEL—a plant-based hemostatic gel for temporary external use to control moderate to severe bleeding—has received FDA approval and is ready for human use. It is designed to stop and control life-threatening bleeding in a matter of seconds when applied to a wound. Severe blood loss can kill in a matter of minutes, whether from a gunshot wound or a massive injury-related hemorrhage from a collision or laceration. This plant-based hemostatic gel is supplied in a pre-filled syringe, making it easy to apply because it requires no preparation. It is designed to stop bleeding quickly across all types of bleeds.
Weapon Light
Streamlight Inc. introduces the TLR-1 HL-X USB/TLR-1 HL-X, a versatile weapon light for full-size handguns and long guns with rails for extreme brightness in a variety of tactical uses. The high-lumen light gives users the choice of using either cost-saving SL-B9 USB-C rechargeable battery packs or 3-volt CR123A lithium batteries and a hinged face cap to allow for convenient, front-loading battery replacement. It features a white power LED and a special optic that produces a concentrated beam with optimum peripheral illumination, as well as a user-activated strobe. Run times range from 60 minutes using the SL-B9 battery packs to 90 minutes using disposable batteries.
Transportable Command Center
RGB Spectrum announces the release of the IPX Flyaway Kit. A complete, miniaturized mobile control room, it provides a comprehensive suite of display and communication capabilities in a rugged, deployable enclosure. The kit is designed for command-and-control applications, combining real-time, low-latency video processing, multi-signal encoding/decoding, built-in plus external display, and secure wireless connectivity. At its core is the IPX video processor, which integrates internal and external computer and camera resources, and remote video sources via LAN/WAN connectivity. The IPX Flyaway Kit includes RGB Spectrum’s Zio Video-over-IP platform, offering local display for situational awareness and an advanced network for transmitting a common operating picture.
Digital Evidence Management System
Genetec Inc. offers a new feature that enables law enforcement professionals to easily collect, manage, and share vehicle-based evidence captured by AutoVu Cloudrunner through the Genetec Clearance digital evidence management system. This new functionality enables law enforcement professionals to manage and securely share precise vehicle identification data—including license plate information, color, type, make, and vehicle behavior—and other types of evidence with both internal and external partners. The ability to collaborate with other law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, attorneys, and private organizations helps expedite investigations, ensuring critical evidence is readily accessible when needed without compromising the security of the data.
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.