Fire Mobile Computers News & Articles

Apps every firefighter should have on their phone

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How to buy mobile computers (eBook)

Download this FireRescue1 mobile computers buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

Nobody’s here: How to stem the impending public safety staffing crisis

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Two options include work-from-home dispatchers and using data to drive staffing decisions

First responders could get free 5G for 10 years from T-Mobile

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If merger with Sprint closes, the “New T-Mobile” will provide free service to public and nonprofit law enforcement, fire and EMS agencies that apply

7 reasons why fire departments need rugged tablets

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Does your department’s mobile computing solution provide the flexibility you need in the field?

When disaster hits: Improving communications interoperability (eBook)

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Communication problems, especially reliability and interoperability, are widespread and complicate preparedness, training and response

5 fire service trends to watch in 2018

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New technology, equipment and systems – from fire suppression, to the cloud, to drones – are impacting fire service delivery capabilities

FY 2017 AFG Communications Project Guide

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Use this expert guide to help you apply for and win AFG funding for your communications project

5 questions to answer before any EMS purchase

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Answering these questions provides a blueprint for a quality process and product implementation into the EMS agency

Rugged tools for a rugged job

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It's not easy to find pieces of equipment that are both lightweight and ruggedly tough

Rugged Technology: The 12th man in the fight against wildfires

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Science and technology have come together in the last few years to give heroes on the frontlines ways to fight fires smarter and harder

9 most interesting firefighting products of 2015

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Of the new products introduced this year, these nine have to potential to greatly improve firefighting

Reporting from the field saves fire departments time and money

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When lawsuits begin against departments for negligence or misconduct, first-hand empirical evidence from the scene can save a firefighter's career, as well as department time and taxpayer money

How one software app sends audio tone-out dispatches to firefighters’ mobile devices

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Technology from eDispatches is changing how emergency responders receive dispatch notifications

5 fire department uses for tablets

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Tablet computers fit neatly between a smartphone and laptop and are doing more now than ever; here's how fire departments can get the most out of tablets

7 ways firefighters can use tablets in the field

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How does your department use tablets? Sound off in the comment section below

What you need to know before buying tablet computers

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Assessing your intended use and what the market has to offer will give you the most bang for your tablet buck

Panasonic updates Toughbook with more rugged design, battery life

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Features an 18-hour battery life and a design that withstands a 6-foot drop

Panasonic releases sleek, semi-rugged Toughbook

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Ideal for users on the go, the Toughbook 54 offers 11 hours of continuous battery life and 18 with the optional second battery

EchoBoard a rugged mobile command station computer for firefighters

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Echoboard provides command staff with real time data, communications, file sharing and analytics on a rugged touch-screen

Bounce Imaging unveils throwable 360 degree camera for situational awareness

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Panoramic views of dark or tight spaces can be viewed instantly by a synced device

Pelican Products debuts new ruggedized iPhone 6 cases

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ProGear Protector and Voyager cases designed for use in rugged terrain environments

Firefighter creates live-streaming body cam with reliable storage solution

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The Oncall body camera has the capability to transmit live video, audio, high quality snapshots, and GPS location in real time back to a command center