Police Radios News & Articles

• 3 ways communications technology improves situational awareness

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  The constant advance of technology is providing key tools to improve situational awareness for police officers

• 10 first responder charities to donate to on #GivingTuesday

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  Even if you don't make a donation today, donations to these worthy first responder charities are always appreciated

• At the push of a button: How to ensure your agency’s radios remain constantly updated

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  The advent of cloud-based and Wi-Fi services means that radio fleet managers can now “push” changes in a relatively short time

• How situational awareness technology aids during major incident response

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  Advances in technology are enabling law enforcement to get real-time data that provide complete situational awareness for both patrol officers on scene and the command center

• How technology can enhance – not impede – police situational awareness

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  Critical to the successful deployment of any new product, technology or training in law enforcement is buy-in from patrol officers

• Spotlight: IMPACT is shaking up the two-way radio accessory industry

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  Dek: The company’s mission is to provide quality, low-cost accessories that perform in the field

• Why the cloud should be the foundation of your PD's crisis planning

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  Here's what police leaders need to know about the benefits of the cloud for crisis planning

• Spotlight: Salient CRGT makes technology for law enforcement communities easier

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• Podcast: Why communication is a top issue and how to fix it

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  Host Chris Cebollero sits down with three veteran fire, EMS and police experts to better understand the communication issues and challenges facing responders

• What is the future of the body-worn camera in policing?

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  There may come a day when a central station will be able to activate a BWC by remote command and obtain a video stream when an officer is under duress

• 5 features of Kyocera’s DuraForce PRO that make it the right cell phone for cops

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  The Kyocera DuraForce PRO cellphone is uniquely qualified to meet cops’ needs

• A cop's guide to the supplies you will want on patrol

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  While there is no one way to do the job, this is a list of basics for every cop on the street

• What is a DUNS number?

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  Police agencies need a DUNS number – a unique, free identifier – to bid on government contracts or apply for government grants

• The new Sonim XP7 handset: Capabilities that cops will appreciate on duty

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  The XP7 is as close to indestructible as a handset can get

• Spotlight: Pryme Radio’s innovative two-way radio accessories feature user-driven design

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  Pryme Radio has been a leading manufacturer of radio products for nearly 30 years

• Infographic: What technologies do cops want?

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  Download this free infographic to learn more about the tech tools today's LEOs are looking for

• What technologies do cops want?

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  A PoliceOne survey asked LEOs how they use technology now and how they’d like to use it in the future

• 12 things every police department's civil unrest plan needs

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  Failure to plan is planning to fail, and that's glaringly evident when large-scale civil unrest breaks out

• They're listening: What cops need to know about criminals on police frequencies

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  These cheap radios pose an officer safety issue you must be prepared for

• How to reduce the odds of being involved in an on-duty collision

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  As police officers, we have taken an oath to serve and protect. These simple steps can have a great impact on holding true to that oath

• When violence erupts: 6 considerations for cops in a large-scale critical incident

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  Active killer incidents and other large-scale mass-casualty events are sudden — you need to get ready with tactics and tools to help get you through a very, very long day

• Harris Corp. showcases new portable radio at IACP 2015

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  Harris Corp. unveils its full-spectrum multiband portable radio

• 5 felony traffic stop tactical tips for police officers

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  The end of a pursuit can be hectic and chaotic so remember to control yourself, trust your training and do your tactical breathing

• A dispatcher-turned-cop’s plea: Put out your stops

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  Please put out your stops as often as conceivably possible, prior to contacting the driver/occupants

• 15 changes cops think will improve agencies in 2015

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  The first step is thinking about what changes you want; the second is discovering how to make them happen

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