Verizon Frontline delivering 5G connectivity to New York State Police cruisers

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Verizon Frontline has announced a significant expansion of its services to the New York State Police, providing 5G connectivity to their fleet through over 1,800 new service lines. The implementation will enable high-speed, low-latency connectivity for various important police equipment including Mobile Data Terminals, GPS applications, radios, wireless printers/scanners, license plate readers, and camera systems.

This technological upgrade aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety for state troopers as they perform their duties across New York. The initiative is part of the police force's modernization efforts to improve crime prevention and response capabilities. Verizon Frontline's advanced network, developed through three decades of partnership with public safety agencies, is specifically designed to meet first responders' unique needs.

Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), which generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024, continues to expand its services in public safety and emergency response sectors.

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• Secured major contract with New York State Police for 1,800+ service lines
• Strengthens position in public safety sector through strategic partnership
• Demonstrates successful monetization of 5G infrastructure

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• None.

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ALBANY, N.Y., Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today announced it will provide 5G connectivity across the New York State Police’s fleet of vehicles through the activation of more than 1,800 lines of service.

The applications and capabilities enabled by the high-speed, low latency and massive capacity provided by mobile broadband will help the troopers of the New York State Police more safely and efficiently perform their duties while deployed across the state.

Mobile broadband in New York State Police cruisers will provide 5G connectivity and speed to:

• Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs) and associated law enforcement applications
• Global Positioning System (GPS) applications
• Radios
• Wireless Printers/Scanners
• License Plate Readers
• Mobile and Fixed Camera Systems
• Sensors
  

These are just some examples of how the New York State Police will leverage mobile broadband in their “connected cruisers” to help improve operational efficiency as they work to achieve their mission of “ensuring the safety of the state's roadways, preventing and investigating crime, preparing for and responding to emergencies and disasters and providing support to other law enforcement agencies.”

Connecting their cruiser fleet with 5G speed and reliability is just one of the many ways in which the New York State Police are demonstrating their continued commitment to innovation and modernization in effectively solving and preventing crime.

Verizon Frontline is the advanced network and technology built for first responders – developed over more than three decades of partnership with public safety agencies on the front lines – to meet their unique and evolving needs.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024. Verizon’s world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit verizon.com or find a retail location at verizon.com/stores.

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Media contact:
Eric Durie
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516-382-8219

FAQ

How many police vehicles will Verizon (VZ) equip with 5G connectivity in New York State?

Verizon Frontline will activate more than 1,800 lines of service across the New York State Police's fleet of vehicles.

What equipment will be connected through Verizon's (VZ) 5G service in NY police cruisers?

The 5G service will connect Mobile Data Terminals, GPS applications, radios, wireless printers/scanners, license plate readers, mobile and fixed camera systems, and various sensors.

What is Verizon Frontline's experience in providing services to first responders?

Verizon Frontline has been developed over more than three decades of partnership with public safety agencies, specifically designed to meet first responders' unique and evolving needs.

What was Verizon's (VZ) revenue in 2024?

Verizon generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024.

How will the VZ 5G connectivity improve NY State Police operations?

The 5G connectivity will help troopers perform their duties more safely and efficiently by providing high-speed, low-latency connections for critical law enforcement applications and equipment.