BRINC has unveiled its new Guardian police drone featuring Starlink connectivity, making it the first commercially available drone with satellite internet. The drone can chase vehicles at 60+ mph, carry emergency payloads like Narcan and defibrillators, and features advanced imaging with 640x zoom. With a loud 130dB siren and robotic battery swapping, it's positioned as a direct competitor to police helicopters for emergency response.
Background
Police departments are increasingly adopting 'drone as first responder' (DFR) systems to enhance emergency response capabilities. BRINC is a major player in this market, with drones already deployed in over 900 US cities.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Mar 26, 2026 at 05:12 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10