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NSA nearing approval of two uber-secure handhelds

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If fingerprint readers and eight layers of passwords aren’t secure enough for you (or your employer), the National Security Agency is reportedly nearing the end of the approval process for a duo of “secure handheld voice and data communications devices.” General Dynamics, more commonly know for its array of laptops, is eagerly awaiting the thumbs-up to be given to its Sectera Edge (pictured), while L-3 Communications‘ Guardian should actually be available in Q4 of this year. With the coveted NSA seal of approval, “the Defense Department will be cleared to buy the devices under an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract,” but judging by the unsightly designs we’re seeing on these things, don’t bet on employees lining up to snag one.

 

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Original post by Darren Murph

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