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Yahoo
5 days ago
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Springfield Police Department marks fifth anniversary of body-worn camera program
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Police Department marked the fifth anniversary of its body-worn camera (BWC) program, celebrating a milestone in transparency, accountability, and public safety. Launched during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic on June 3, 2020, Springfield's program made the city the first major municipality in Massachusetts to implement a body-worn camera system fully. These federal arrest warrant letters deemed fake in Massachusetts All sworn officers and supervisors, just under 500, are equipped with cameras during duty, contributing to over 115,000 hours of recorded footage to date. Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers said the cameras have made a significant difference in community relations and policing outcomes. 'The body cameras help us in several different areas, from police-community relations to aiding prosecutions by the District Attorney's Office,' said Akers. 'The use of the cameras has increased our officers' accountability and decreased the amount of citizen complaints we receive. Body-worn cameras are an essential tool to continue to build trust within our community. There was a time I couldn't imagine having to wear body cameras, now, especially for our younger officers, I can't imagine a time they wouldn't want to wear them.' Mayor Domenic J. Sarno credited the program with strengthening public trust and modernizing law enforcement efforts in Springfield. 'I want to commend our Springfield Police Department, led by Superintendent Larry Akers, for their continued belief, support, and investment in our body-worn camera program,' Sarno said. 'All officers and supervisors, totaling just under 500, now wear the body-worn cameras, which have greatly enhanced our public safety aspects and brought increased transparency and accountability on police and public interactions, including hours of video footage of our brave and dedicated police officers saving lives.' The program began with 12 officers and supervisors who were first outfitted with Getac body-worn cameras in June 2020. By October of the same year, the entire department was equipped and trained. Now, the training is fully integrated into the Springfield Police Academy's curriculum, ensuring that recruits are ready to use the technology immediately upon graduation. In spring 2025, the department transitioned from Getac cameras to Axon body-worn cameras, continuing its commitment to using up-to-date technology. Uninformed officers are required to keep their cameras on throughout their shifts, with automatic activation triggered by the activation of emergency vehicle lights or manual activation by the officer. Each device captures footage beginning 30 seconds before activation, with audio recording starting at the time of activation. However, there are specific limitations in place to protect privacy. Officers do not use the cameras inside schools (except the Quebec Unit), during certain medical emergencies, in private residences without permission or a warrant, or when dealing with confidential informants. Additionally, the devices do not have facial recognition or night vision capabilities. As the department moves forward, the body-worn camera program will remain a core component of its strategy to foster trust and transparency between officers and the community. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Techday NZ
15-05-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Getac unveils rugged Copilot+ PC with AI for critical sectors
Getac Technology Corporation is set to unveil its first Copilot+ PC, the Getac B360 Plus, at the 2025 Getac Innovation Day in Taipei. The event will feature four exhibition areas dedicated to showcasing artificial intelligence (AI) applications in rugged computing solutions tailored for industries such as defence, utilities, manufacturing, and public safety. Each area aims to demonstrate how AI-driven rugged devices can deliver cost efficiencies, optimise workflows and enhance decision-making capabilities for professionals working in challenging environments. The highlight of the event will be the introduction of the Getac B360 Plus, described as the "world's first fully rugged Copilot+ PC." This device integrates the latest Windows AI technology and expands upon Getac's current B360 and B360 Pro product lines, which are widely used by professionals in sectors requiring robust and reliable computing equipment. The B360 Plus is equipped with a neural processing unit (NPU) capable of performing up to 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS), enabling advanced AI features for use in demanding settings and high-pressure situations. According to Getac, the AI PC Series on display will also include the S510 rugged laptop and the ZX80 fully rugged Android tablet, both emphasising strong AI capabilities alongside lightweight and sustainable designs. All four exhibition zones will showcase practical, real-world AI applications. Visitors will be able to observe how Getac solutions support organisations in their digital transformation efforts, even in high-risk or high-demand scenarios, across utilities, public safety, and manufacturing sectors. For utilities, Getac will present AI-ready rugged devices enhanced with image recognition software, enabling real-time field inspections, anomaly detection, and the prediction of potential equipment failures. These features are intended to help prevent unplanned outages and improve operational reliability. The company will also highlight Getac Assist, a rugged remote expert solution that facilitates real-time collaboration between on-site field technicians and global experts. This feature allows users to share video, screens, and mark issues for more efficient problem-solving during maintenance or inspection tasks. In manufacturing, Getac's AI solutions will demonstrate how organisations can monitor factory environments remotely by combining edge computing with image recognition. These capabilities allow early identification of safety hazards, compliance breaches, and maintenance needs, supporting efforts to reduce costs and minimise risk. For public safety, the exhibition will display how Getac's range of AI-integrated devices, body-worn cameras, geographic information system (GIS) applications, and AI analytics tools can increase law enforcement efficiency and support decision-making under pressure. These tools are designed to help mitigate incidents before escalation by improving the delivery and effectiveness of emergency responses. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view live demonstrations of Getac Voice, a system aimed at streamlining field operations with voice-to-text and voice-to-command capabilities powered by edge AI technology. Speaking on the company's vision for AI and industry partnerships, James Hwang, President, Getac Technology Corporation, stated: "The development of AI technology requires cross-industry cooperation. By combining Getac's powerful rugged technology with core customer resources, Getac and its partners can jointly create innovative solutions for today's industry needs. In the future, Getac will focus on developing the Edge AI ecosystem, continue to invest in software and data applications, comprehensively improve the intelligence and future competitiveness of the industry, and create more efficient and reliable value for customers." Getac Innovation Day is an invitation-only event, with the company encouraging interested organisations to register their interest to learn more about its AI-ready solutions for frontline workers and critical industries.
Korea Herald
15-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Getac Technology Corporation to Unveil World's First Rugged Copilot+ PC at Getac Innovation Day 2025 in Taipei
Event will showcase the innovative potential of AI and highlight in-depth applications for Getac's powerful AI-ready solutions across a range of industries TAIPEI, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, today announced that the 2025 Getac Innovation Day is taking place in Taipei on 22 nd May. Combining the event with Computex Taipei, Getac is inviting global ICT and supply chain partners to experience the innovative potential of AI across a wide range of industries and rugged use cases. The event will feature four exhibition areas: Getac's AI PC Series, Utilities AI Solutions, Manufacturing AI Solutions, and Public Safety AI Solutions. Each area will showcase how to achieve cost-efficiencies, optimise workflows, and improve decision-making using rugged AI solutions, creating new possibilities for industries facing challenging operating environments. Unveiling the Getac B360 Plus: The world's first fully rugged Copilot+ PC A key highlight of the event will be the unveiling of Getac's first Copilot+ PC, a fully rugged laptop: the Getac B360 Plus. Boasting the latest Windows AI technology, this powerful new device – which is expected to be available in the third quarter of 2025 – will extend Getac's popular B360 and B360 Pro lineup, designed for professionals working in industries such as defence, utilities, public safety, and manufacturing. Featuring a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of up to 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS), the B360 Plus offers exceptional AI performance, enabling users to excel in extreme work environments and high-pressure scenarios. The AI PC Series exhibition area will also include Getac's S510 rugged laptop and ZX80 fully rugged Android tablet, both of which combine powerful AI-ready processing capabilities with lightweight, sustainable design. By expanding its AI solution lineup with the launch of the B360 Plus, Getac continues to meet the diverse needs of customers around the world, helping them solve challenges and achieve their operational objectives. Each AI Solution exhibition area will highlight real-world use cases that demonstrate how AI can help organisations across the utilities, public safety and manufacturing industries achieve their digital transformation goals, even in high-risk, high-demand environments. Utilities AI Solutions: Optimising on-site service and operational safety Rugged AI-ready devices equipped with image recognition solutions allow industry professionals to conduct real-time inspections, detect anomalies, and predict potential equipment failures in the field, preventing unplanned downtime and improving service stability. As part of the event, Getac will also showcase its fully rugged remote expert solution: Getac Assist. This innovative solution enables technicians in the field to collaborate with experts around the world in real-time via video, share screens and mark issues, helping to solve maintenance or inspection problems quickly and efficiently. Manufacturing AI Solutions: Improving industrial safety and compliance Manufacturing organisations can remotely monitor their factory environments in real-time through a combination of edge computing technology and image recognition AI solutions. Doing so enables them to identify worker safety issues, compliance breaches and potential maintenance concerns at the earliest opportunity, helping cut maintenance costs and reduce risk. Public Safety AI Solutions: Boosting mobile law enforcement efficiency Public safety organisations can utilise Getac's AI-ready devices, body-worn cameras, GIS positioning applications, AI analytics, and more to improve response speeds and aid decision making under pressure, helping to mitigate incidents before they escalate. Visitors to the Public Safety AI Solutions exhibition area will also be able to see live demonstrations of Getac Voice, which heightens operational efficiency and safety with voice-to-text and voice-to-command capabilities powered by Edge AI. Corporate Value Proposition: AI innovation fuels our customers' future competitiveness "The development of AI technology requires cross-industry cooperation. By combining our powerful rugged technology with core customer resources, we and our partners can jointly create innovative solutions for today's industry needs. In the future, we will focus on developing the Edge AI ecosystem, continue to invest in software and data applications, comprehensively improve the intelligence and future competitiveness of the industry, and create more efficient and reliable value for customers," says James Hwang, President of Getac Technology Corporation. Getac Innovation Day is an invitation-only event. To learn more about Getac AI solutions, interested companies and partners are encouraged to register via this link. About Getac Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac's solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defence, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek's "World's Most Trustworthy Companies" for 2024. For more information, visit: Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube. Getac and Getac logo are trademarks of Getac Holdings Corporation or its affiliates. Other brands or trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2025 Getac Technology Corporation.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Getac Technology Corporation to Unveil World's First Rugged Copilot+ PC at Getac Innovation Day 2025 in Taipei
Event will showcase the innovative potential of AI and highlight in-depth applications for Getac's powerful AI-ready solutions across a range of industries TAIPEI, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, today announced that the 2025 Getac Innovation Day is taking place in Taipei on 22nd May. Combining the event with Computex Taipei, Getac is inviting global ICT and supply chain partners to experience the innovative potential of AI across a wide range of industries and rugged use cases. The event will feature four exhibition areas: Getac's AI PC Series, Utilities AI Solutions, Manufacturing AI Solutions, and Public Safety AI Solutions. Each area will showcase how to achieve cost-efficiencies, optimise workflows, and improve decision-making using rugged AI solutions, creating new possibilities for industries facing challenging operating environments. Unveiling the Getac B360 Plus: The world's first fully rugged Copilot+ PC A key highlight of the event will be the unveiling of Getac's first Copilot+ PC, a fully rugged laptop: the Getac B360 Plus. Boasting the latest Windows AI technology, this powerful new device – which is expected to be available in the third quarter of 2025 – will extend Getac's popular B360 and B360 Pro lineup, designed for professionals working in industries such as defence, utilities, public safety, and manufacturing. Featuring a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of up to 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS), the B360 Plus offers exceptional AI performance, enabling users to excel in extreme work environments and high-pressure scenarios. The AI PC Series exhibition area will also include Getac's S510 rugged laptop and ZX80 fully rugged Android tablet, both of which combine powerful AI-ready processing capabilities with lightweight, sustainable design. By expanding its AI solution lineup with the launch of the B360 Plus, Getac continues to meet the diverse needs of customers around the world, helping them solve challenges and achieve their operational objectives. Each AI Solution exhibition area will highlight real-world use cases that demonstrate how AI can help organisations across the utilities, public safety and manufacturing industries achieve their digital transformation goals, even in high-risk, high-demand environments. Utilities AI Solutions: Optimising on-site service and operational safety Rugged AI-ready devices equipped with image recognition solutions allow industry professionals to conduct real-time inspections, detect anomalies, and predict potential equipment failures in the field, preventing unplanned downtime and improving service stability. As part of the event, Getac will also showcase its fully rugged remote expert solution: Getac Assist. This innovative solution enables technicians in the field to collaborate with experts around the world in real-time via video, share screens and mark issues, helping to solve maintenance or inspection problems quickly and efficiently. Manufacturing AI Solutions: Improving industrial safety and compliance Manufacturing organisations can remotely monitor their factory environments in real-time through a combination of edge computing technology and image recognition AI solutions. Doing so enables them to identify worker safety issues, compliance breaches and potential maintenance concerns at the earliest opportunity, helping cut maintenance costs and reduce risk. Public Safety AI Solutions: Boosting mobile law enforcement efficiency Public safety organisations can utilise Getac's AI-ready devices, body-worn cameras, GIS positioning applications, AI analytics, and more to improve response speeds and aid decision making under pressure, helping to mitigate incidents before they escalate. Visitors to the Public Safety AI Solutions exhibition area will also be able to see live demonstrations of Getac Voice, which heightens operational efficiency and safety with voice-to-text and voice-to-command capabilities powered by Edge AI. Corporate Value Proposition: AI innovation fuels our customers' future competitiveness "The development of AI technology requires cross-industry cooperation. By combining our powerful rugged technology with core customer resources, we and our partners can jointly create innovative solutions for today's industry needs. In the future, we will focus on developing the Edge AI ecosystem, continue to invest in software and data applications, comprehensively improve the intelligence and future competitiveness of the industry, and create more efficient and reliable value for customers," says James Hwang, President of Getac Technology Corporation. Getac Innovation Day is an invitation-only event. To learn more about Getac AI solutions, interested companies and partners are encouraged to register via this link. About Getac Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac's solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defence, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek's "World's Most Trustworthy Companies" for 2024. For more information, visit: Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube. Getac and Getac logo are trademarks of Getac Holdings Corporation or its affiliates. Other brands or trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2025 Getac Technology Corporation. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Getac Technology Corporation
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Getac Honored in the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide
Rugged Technology Solutions Provider Recognized for a Commitment to Enhancing Partner Profitability and Success IRVINE, Calif., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, has been honored by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, with inclusion in the prestigious 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide. This annual guide is an essential resource for solution providers seeking vendor partner programs that match their business goals and deliver high partner value. For the 2025 Partner Program Guide, the CRN research team evaluated vendors based on program requirements and offerings such as partner training and education, pre- and post-sales support, marketing programs and resources, technical support, and communication. Getac's partner program was recognized for delivering meaningful support and benefits to solution providers within the IT channel, including: Getac Financial Services: Provides flexible financing options, making it easier for customers to invest in rugged technology without budget constraints. Customer Bonus Incentive: Rewards partners for generating new customer opportunities on a tiered rebate structure based on the deal size. GetacOne: The integration of Getac Video Solutions and Getac North America into a unified organization, streamlining enterprise-class solutions and programs for partners. "Getac's inclusion in the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide is a testament to our unwavering commitment to our partners," said Sheila O'Neil, Director of Channel Sales at Getac. "Our programs provide financial flexibility, rewarding opportunities and seamless business solutions, strive to help our partners drive growth, deliver value and achieve long-term success." The extensive support and resources technology vendors offer through their partner programs are a critical consideration for solution providers assessing which IT vendors, service providers, and distributors to team with in building world-class technology solutions. Program elements such as financial incentives, sales and marketing assistance, training and certification, technical support and more can set vendors apart and play a key role in boosting their partners' long-term growth and profitability. "Being featured on the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide highlights the dedication these technology vendors have to evolving with solution providers, driving innovation, and supporting mutual success," said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN, at The Channel Company. "This critical annual project empowers solution providers to identify vendors that are committed to enhancing their partner programs and meeting the always-changing business needs of the channel and end customers. The guide provides deep insight into the distinctive value of each partner program so solution providers can make strategic partnership decisions with confidence." The 2025 Partner Program Guide will be spotlighted in the April 2025 issue of CRN and published online at beginning March 24, 2025. About Getac Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac's solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defence, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek's "World's Most Trustworthy Companies" for 2024. For more information, visit: Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube. Getac and Getac logo are trademarks of Getac Holdings Corporation or its affiliates. Other brands or trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2025 Getac Technology Corporation. For more information contact: Erica GuevaraThe Hoffman Agencyeguevara@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Getac Sign in to access your portfolio
