If you could only choose one mobile operating system and device to head into battle, which one would it be?
Apparently the Android is a top consideration:
Combining commercial global positioning and communications technology with battlefield-rugged computing, General Dynamics Itronix is introducing the GD300 fully rugged arm- or chest-worn computer.
Weighing less than 8 ounces, the Android™-based GD300 operates like an ultra-sensitive commercial GPS unit or, with the click of a cable, interfaces with tactical radios like the Rifleman Radio (AN/PRC-154) for secure access to the tactical network.
The GD300 uses a quadra-helix antenna for real-time global positioning that defies interference even when the user is positioned in mountainous regions or urban environments.
Yikes!
This is one use-case that I’ll never have to deal with…
[HT: Engadget]
Jimmy King says
I know a lot of guys in the army that use Android, but I definitely prefer the iPhone (and I’m not the only one).
Note: I’m a reservist.