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ThirdBlockGear – Mobile Security Kits

Wednesday, February 7th, 2018

If you’re on the road all of the time, and you want to protect your information from prying eyes, this is something you need to take a serious look at. It was created by a friend of mine, who also served in the Intel business.

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ThirdBlockGear’s MOBSEC kits are designed for the traveler concerned with security in foreign counties or even when using public infrastructure at home. It is a collection of tools, apps, and suggested operating procedures that limit the exposure of your mobile phone to attacks. They offer three versions of the kit, one for tablets, the full kit for Android phones, and a lighter kit for iPhone.

Key Capabilities
Block all RF emanations when not in use (GSM, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, etc.)
Block attacks from malicious charging stations example in the news
Enable safe transfer of data to external systems without emanations
Secure standard operating system data leakage or compromises
Back-up charging without external sources
Offline, safe applications for use without networks.

Yes, some DIYers can do all of this themselves, but if they have the knowledge, they’ve already done it. This is for the person who is smart enough to know they need to protect themselves, but is also smart enough to know they dont know how to and is willing to seek out assistance.

thirdblockgear.com/shop/mobile-security-kit

Silynx and T-Worx Intelligent Rail Enter Technology Partnership

Friday, January 19th, 2018

STERLING, VA (January 20, 2018) – Silynx Communications, Inc. and T-Worx Holdings, LLC have partnered to combine their wireless push-to-talk technology and Intelligent Rail® (also known as the Powered Rail®) technologies, respectively, to facilitate a new level of hands free communications for the military warfighter and the tactical law enforcement officer.

The core Intelligent Rail® (I-Rail®) technology by T-Worx is a sealed, ruggedized Mil-Std-1913 Picatinny Rail that provides a central power source and data connection for all weapon-mounted accessories. With this partnership, the two companies are integrating command and control from the I-Rail® via a rail-mounted control module containing three user-assignable control buttons.

Within the control module is Silynx’s proprietary wireless push-to talk (PTT) technology that seamlessly offers radio keying capability from the rail to the operator-mounted Clarus PTT unit that consolidates transmission of multiple radios without removing hands from the rifle.

Matthew Hemenez, President of Silynx Communications says, “This partnership is indicative of the commitment of both companies to enhance the command and control capability of the warfighter.” He adds, “We have done this without increasing complexity or imparting more battery requirements onto the operator.”

In all, this system allows soldiers a significant tactical advantage by enabling radio communications without removing their hands from their weapons. When not “on-the-gun,” the soldier can still activate his radio from the ambidextrous push-to-talk buttons on the body-worn control box. The I-Rail® provides electrical power directly to the control module and all weapon-mounted accessories, while also providing the “network” on the weapon for passing data and communication between accessories and off the weapon to an EUD or hub.

“This technology partnership brings together two industry leaders to develop a new generation of weapon sensor controls, each previously independent of one another,” says Don McLaughlin, President of T-Worx, “Already proven in Army trials, we expect broad scale adoption in 2018.”

The I-Rail and Clarus systems are both on display at SILYNX BOOTH #7310.

Juggernaut.Case – IMPCT case for iPhone 7 & 8 Plus Pre-Order

Thursday, December 7th, 2017

Juggernaut has the new IMPCT case for the iPhone 6, 7 and 8 Plus available for Pre-Order.

The IMPCT case is a lighter weight, more low-profile and lower-cost case for devices that are already IP-Rated but do not need a cabled connection to any peripherals. It features a snap-in top cover to secure the device within the case as well as a snap-in connector cover to protect the Lightning port and speakers from dust and immersion. Retaining the 2M drop protection and mounting capability of the original Juggernaut.Case, it is fully compatible with the 6-series mounts and accessories.

Cases are available in Gunmetal Grey and Flat Dark Earth colors.

Target Ship Date is 15Dec2017.

shop.juggernautcase.com/products/impct-iphone-7-8-plus-pre-order

Magpul Galaxy S8 Field Case Now Shipping

Thursday, October 5th, 2017

Features:
-Compatible with standard GALAXY S8
-Semi-rigid thermoplastic elastomer construction provides protection against minor bumps and abrasions
-Compact design adds minimal bulk to the phone
-Textured surface and PMAG-style ribs for added grip
-Raised lip protects screen when laid face down yet remains unobtrusive
-Charging cable port and headphone jack are accessible with case installed (optimized for use with factory charging cable and headphones)

Available in FDE, OD Green and Black.

www.magpul.com/products/magpul-field-case-galaxy-s8

Magpul iPhone 8 and 8 Plus Field Case Now Shipping

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017

Magpul has done a great job of keeping up with Apple’s new phone releases. Fortunately, the chassis for the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus is the same as for the 7 meaning you can protect your iPhone 8 and 8 Plus with a Magpul Field Case.

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Features:
-Compatible with iPhone 7 and iPhone 8
-Semi-rigid thermoplastic elastomer construction provides protection against minor bumps and abrasions
-Compact design adds minimal bulk to the phone
-Textured surface and PMAG®-style ribs for added grip
-Raised lip protects screen when laid face down yet remains unobtrusive
-Charging cable port and ringer/silent switch are accessible with case installed (optimized for use with factory charging cable)

Visit www.magpul.com/products/organization-and-gear/phone-cases to get yours.

Elbit Systems Unveils SmarTrack: a Situational Awareness System for Dismounted Forces in GPS Denied Environments

Friday, September 8th, 2017

SmarTrack enables dismounted soldiers, special-forces and first responders to immediately locate, reliably track and monitor up to 100 members of a network

Forces operating in urban, indoor or underground operations face real challenges to effective command & control and situational awareness (SA) due to three-dimensional positioning of forces, limited line of sight and physical partitions. Loss of satellite signal and disrupted communications compound those challenges, significantly increasing risks of blue-on-blue fire, abandonment or loss.

Having accumulated operational experience with its C4I and modern soldier systems suites, Elbit Systems debuts SmarTrack: an innovative system that enables dismounted forces to maintain situational awareness in GPS Denied environments, providing the fighting or response forces with continual friendly forces tracking capability.

Using Radio Frequency (RF) ranging patented technology, SmartTrack provides force commanders operating in urban areas, inside buildings or when GPS signal is jammed, with three-dimensional location of force members and a data link to transmit C2 data between users, thereby enabling continued operational level command & control and effective SA. SmartTrack weigh less than 150gr per unit and its SA output can be transmitted and read on any end user device held by either the individual operator or the commander. SmarTrack is a natural addition to the Elbit Systems DOMINATOR™ infantry modern soldier suite, further enhancing safety and operational effectiveness of dismounted units.

SmarTrack will be presented at Elbit Systems booth (S2-320) at the DSEI 2017 Exhibition.

www.elbitsystems.com

AFCEA TechNet Augusta 2017: Panasonic Toughbook and Tablet

Monday, August 14th, 2017

Panasonic’s Toughbook lineup is ubiquitous on the battlefield, dating back to the CF-27 series laptop.  The venerable CF-31 and CF-19 laptops are subcomponents of numerous C4ISR systems fielded by DoD and allied forces.

The new CF-33 and CF-20 are the replacements for the CF-31 and CF-19 and feature detachable screens for use as tablets.  The screens have proprietary Panasonic technology to allow use with almost any sort of glove to include NBC and cold weather gloves.

The FZ-X1 Tough Tablet is a 5″ Android tablet that’s rated to 30 minutes submersion, 10 foot drops, and operation down to -4F.    Both touchscreen and programmable hardware hot-keys allow access to any application. Of particular note is the user replaceable battery, allowing for a long service life.  Business card for scale.

Front

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Side

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Rear.  Of note, the camera module can be replaced with a bar code scanner.

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The CF-20 and CF-33 are 10.1″ and 12″ laptops with detachable screens.  The keyboard base functions as a docking and port base as well as home for additional battery power.  The signature front mount carry handle of the Toughbook line has been moved the rear to serve as a stabilizer when the screen is tilted back now that most of the “guts” have been moved into the detachable screen section.

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The CF-31 will remain in legacy production for the near-term to fulfill existing requirements but expect it to be phased out after another hardware refresh cycle.

Finally, the Toughpad FZ-M1 7″ Windows tablet is available along with the larger Toughpad FZ-G1  10″ tablet.  A matching pair of Android based tablets are also available.  The devices are fully ruggedized and targeted at medical and maintenance applications.

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A full line of Windows and Linux drivers and APIs are available directly from Panasonic to allow customized application from a single vendor with the complete TDP.

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AFCEA TechNet Augusta 2017: Samsung and Juggernaut

Monday, August 14th, 2017

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Spotted in the Samsung suite at AFCEA TechNet 2017 were these mounts and cases by Juggernaut for the new ruggedized Samsung lineup.

 

Wrist Mount

The Wrist Mount can hold most Juggernaut cases and uses a BOA fastener to quickly adjust tension.

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Chest Mount

The chest mount uses a hinged polymer PALS panel that allows the device’s viewing angle to be adjusted or fully stowed and closed.  Of note is  that the hinge uses a blackened stainless steel pin for durability.

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Knee/Thigh Mount

Finally, Juggernaut offers a thigh mount case for tablets.  Here is the ruggedized case for Galaxy Tab series Android tablet.  This would be particularly useful for forward observers, communicators, and during vehicular insertion in low-profile vehicles.

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Juggernaut Case

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