The U.S. military is patrolling Djibouti with robot golf carts

At the best of times, military patrol duty is equally boring and important. Physically being in a place reminds others that the military is there, armed and ready to take action. It’s a good way to watch a lot of space for signs of hostile activity, but it also commits a lot of people to […]

USG Technology is further behind than it knows

In the military, we’re obsessed with creating new tools to use in war, in a tactical sense. But, the future of wars to come will be fought in the streets, and via proxies. We’ll need communication tools that are reliable, competent, and secure…

Marines, NSA to bring smartphones to rifle squads

The Army already has such software on Android devices in some soldiers’ hands, fielded through its Nett Warrior program. (The second “t” is deliberate: It’s the last name of a World War II hero).

The Marines are testing this crazy machine gun-wielding death robot

The Marine Corps is actively testing a robotic system outfitted with sensors and cameras that can be armed with an M240 machine gun. It’s called the Modular Advanced Armed Robotic System, and it looks crazy. Just last week, infantry Marines from 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines were taking the robot out on training patrols at Camp Pendleton. Later […]

Army lab integrates future soldier technology

Lighter weight protective body armor and undergarments, newer uniform fabrics, conformal wearable computers and integrated sensors powered by emerging battery technologies — are all part of the Army’s cutting-edge scientific initiative aimed at shaping, enhancing and sustaining the Soldier of the Future. The U.S. Army has set up a special high-tech laboratory aimed at better […]

18 Tips to Safeguard Your Mobile Devices, Social Media

Some sites will share your information, including email addresses and user preferences, which can increase spam. To reduce that, consider hiding your email address or changing the settings so that only a few people you trust can see it. Also, check out the site’s referral policy so you don’t unintentionally sign up your friends to get spam.

State-of-the-Art Lab To Help Identify Lost Service Members

Much of the agency’s work is conducted in foreign countries, including some that might not have the best relationships with the U.S. DPAA officials said their work transcends politics, and that’s how they get their foot in the door.