IDEMIA Launches RapID X1 Handheld Technology, Providing Real-Time Mobile Identification to Law Enforcement Officers

IDEMIA, the global leader in Augmented Identity™, announced the launch and immediate availability of RapID X1, a handheld wireless device for biometric fingerprint identification. This new and innovative technology has a FBI Personal Identity Verification (PIV) FAP 30 certified sensor, which ensures the highest quality fingerprint images for its size. RapID X1 places the power of mobile identification and authentication into the hands of law enforcement to identify potential suspects in the field, and assist officer safety.

Biometrics are used daily by law enforcement agencies to help verify the identity of potential suspects. Now, with our RapID X1 device, officers have an easy-to-use mobile platform that helps them do their jobs more effectively and safely in the field. We have engineered our RapID X1 to address real-world field environments and situations law enforcement personnel face every day.
Donnie Scott, Senior Vice President, Public Security for North America at IDEMIA

The RapID X1 is an all-in-one device that ensures maximum mobility with many features including:

• Integrated FAP 30 FBI PIV-certified fingerprint sensor
• High-quality image capture that is resilient to direct sunlight, dust, dirt, and residual latent prints
• Easy systems integration with standard NIST interfaces
• Built-in 4G/LTE cellular communication