Telstra and Optus Push Back 3G Sunset After Migration Deadline Failure.
Telstra and Optus Push Back 3G Sunset After Migration Deadline Failure.
Telstra and Optus Push Back 3G Sunset – Telstra and Optus have pushed back the 3G sunset to 4G and 5G networks to 28 October in a move that recognises emergency services, medical monitoring systems and security monitoring applications have failed to migrate in time.
“Telstra, along with Optus, have announced that they are extending the closure of their 3G networks and conducting a public safety awareness campaign, so all Australians know what action they need to take ahead of the shutdown – all 3G users now need to move to 4G and 5G networks before 28 October 2024,” said Telstra in a letter to its customers.
“We have been communicating to our customers about the need to prepare for the closure for almost 5 years. Closure of the nation’s 3G networks and moving people to better connectivity is an industry-wide change and everyone using devices that rely on 3G for data, voice or emergency calls, needs to prepare to stay connected when it switches off. It is critical customers check their devices are compatible with the 4G network, particularly to ensure they are still able to call emergency services.”
According to Telstra, any device in the following categories will be impacted when the 3G network is closed:
3G only devices
4G devices that do not support 4G voice over LTE calling (4G VoLTE calling)
4G devices that are hardwired to use 3G for emergency calls
4G limited band devices that do not fully support 4G may not connect in some Telstra 4G coverage areas (Band 28 700Mhz frequency required)
4G VoLTE capable devices requiring device settings change and/or power cycle to connect to 4G.
“While there is now more time for you to make the transitions, we urge you to not delay and take action today,” Telstra said.
In response to the changes, Inner Range’s Mark Edwards said Wesco Anixter branches would continue to provide Inner Range’s trade-in offer on the T4000 communicator until the sunset date is finally met – you can learn more about that offer here or read more SEN news here.
“Telstra and Optus Push Back 3G Sunset After Migration Deadline Failure.”
Securecorp Wins Mornington Council Contract To Secure 229 Sites.
Securecorp Wins Mornington Council Contract To Secure 229 Sites.
Securecorp Wins Mornington Council Contract – Securecorp has won a contract to provide a range of security services to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s 229 buildings.
Council sought a supplier to be responsible for the maintenance of security systems and provision of security services across all its council buildings, as well as maintenance of police-monitored CCTV systems at 44 locations across the Mornington Peninsula.
Securecorp will provide access control systems maintenance, alarm systems maintenance, CCTV systems maintenance, mobile security patrols and additional security services, with the tender period for 4 years with 2 extensions of 2 years each at council’s discretion.
The Shire of Mornington Peninsula is a local government area in southeastern Metropolitan Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Located to the south of the Melbourne City Centre, it has an area of 724 square kilometres and a population of around 180,000.
Securecorp is a Melbourne-based provider of manpower security, electronic security solutions and alarm monitoring and response. With offices across Australia, Securecorp employs 2500 staff and has expanded its services into New Zealand.
You can learn more about Securecorp here or read more SEN news here.
“Securecorp Wins Mornington Council Contract To Secure 229 Sites.”
Digipas eGEETouch Heavy Duty Smart Padlock With Anti-Tamper Alerts.
Digipas eGEETouch Heavy Duty Smart Padlock With Anti-Tamper Alerts.
Digipas eGEETouch Heavy Duty Smart Padlock – eGeeTouch heavy-duty intelligent is a smart padlock with anti-tamper technologies and a protective rubber jacket.
This Digipass eGeeTouch smart padlock is embedded with multiple sensors to detect tamper attempts and generates real-time remote notifications to smart devices anywhere in the world when subjected to attacks.
Attempts to tamper by cutting its shackle, using blunt force, or an oxy-acetylene torch on its metal body trigger the lock to send alert notifications to site managers at anytime and anywhere. This can be generated in proximity using a buzzer and/or remotely via internet linked to Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity.
Multiple levels of administrator’s authorization to a smart lock with free app and commercial paid app software bundled with Web-based access management software. A paid intelligent access management software allows managers to assign, revoke, share, notify, track access and auto-alert, allowing a smart lock’s owner and administrator to remotely give permanent or timed access, being notified and alerted via the eGEETouch manager app. Meanwhile, audit trails keep a record of access history, tracking who, what, when and where.
Site managers can assign and delete new/old users or set timed-access features as well as denying or restricting access to specific authorized persons depending on time of the day/week, date and frequencies of access, such as during a working shift – a useful feature for commercial sharing access.
The lock has proprietary authentication protocols capable of generating up to 8 levels of administrator’s authorization and supports hundreds of thousands of user-defined encrypted IDs. To unlock via a phone, users press the shackle and then tap on the eGeeTouch padlock with an eGeeTouch NFC tag, a Bluetooth-paired smartphone or device.
Digipas eGEETouch Heavy Duty Smart Padlock
Waterproof, Freeze-proof (-20C to 60C) and corrosion-resistant (pass highest grade 6 ASTM salt-test)
Rechargeable Battery lasts for 7000 lock/unlock cycles per charge
Patented security/safety feature preventing access to battery compartment when padlock is on locked status
USB terminal for backup source from external USB power
Upgradable firmware for retrieval and storage of lock information using eGeeTouch app (optional)
Compact size with hardened steel shackle short of long (ASTM F3 grade tested)
The double locking mechanism.
Find out more details about Digipas eGEETouch Heavy Duty Smart Padlock here and you can read more SEN news here.
“Digipas eGEETouch Heavy Duty Smart Padlock With Anti-Tamper Alerts.”
FIPS 140-3-Compliant AXIS Q1809-LE Bullet Camera For High Security Government Applications.
FIPS 140-3-Compliant AXIS Q1809-LE Bullet Camera For High Security Government Applications.
FIPS 140-3-compliant AXIS Q1809-LE bullet camera – Axis has launched the first FIPS 140-3-compliant CCTV device, elevating hardware-based security for government customers by meeting the U.S. Federal Information Processing Standards.
The FIPS 140-3 standard specifies security requirements for cryptographic modules that process and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data. The move improves the cybersecurity posture of customers in U.S. and Canadian federal agencies and critical infrastructure which must meet FIPS 140-3-compliancy requirements.
Axis said it was first to launch a network security device with an embedded discrete secure element validated to the state-of-the-art FIPS 140-3 Standard Level 3 and will continue to expand its range of FIPS 140-3 certified devices by embedding the new secure element in all its upcoming network products. The development means Axis customers in government and critical infrastructure can be assured that their devices live up to the security levels defined by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and required by law. It also ultimately enhances the cybersecurity of the entire Axis range.
FIPS 140-3 certification assesses 4 levels of security. At Level 3, hardware is expected to prevent tampering, and access must be identity based. The embedded discrete secure element, EdgeLock SE052F, is from NXP Semiconductors, a world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications and known for its trusted security solutions, including securing the latest smartphones, credit and debit cards and passports.
Moving forward, FIPS 140-3-compliance from Axis will be available for use cases ranging from surveillance to business optimization (through analytics), to access control, and audio. Axis said organizations that are not required to comply with the high FIPS standards will benefit as they can also be confident that their systems are interoperable and will meet long-term security requirements.
“Ongoing investment in a portfolio equipped with industry-standard cryptographic computing modules is part of a multi-layer Axis strategy,” said Axis’ Australian-based regional director, Wai King Wong.
“Secure storage and computing of cryptographic keys is just 1 component of the hardware-based cybersecurity platform Axis Edge Vault. Axis Edge Vault also includes features like secure boot, and the IEEE 802.1AR-compliant Axis device ID that verifies the identity and authenticity of Axis devices.”
The Q1809-LE bullet camera offers 41 MP at 15 fps or 8K at up to 30fps. It features a 4/3-inch image sensor for exceptional low-light performance. With a custom-made, 50–150 mm motorised Canon lens delivering 21-7 degrees horizontal angle of view, the camera delivers extreme detail over great distances.
A 3x digital zoom also makes the unit ideal for identification purposes, while electronic image stabilization ensures smooth video in mounted situations where the camera is subject to vibrations from traffic or wind in long range applications.
You can learn more about Axis cybersecurity commitments here or read more SEN news here.
“FIPS 140-3-Compliant AXIS Q1809-LE Bullet Camera For High Security Government Applications.”
New TP-Link VIGI Cloud VMS Delivers Free Monitoring And Management.
New TP-Link VIGI Cloud VMS – TP-Link’s new free and unlimited VIGI Cloud VMS enhances the company’s CCTV offering by giving users intuitive video monitoring, including a dashboard, with live views, event and time-based playback, real-time map monitoring and unified event management.
VIGI Cloud VMS is a public cloud-hosted video management system that centralises and remotely manages security devices across multiple sites via app. It offers basic features like video monitoring, event management, and device maintenance, alongside advanced features such as map monitoring of 300 points per map, a designer tool, and multi-user permission control.
This AWS-based VMS is designed for multi-site monitoring scenarios, such as chain stores and distributed offices, enhancing video management efficiency. The system is multi-user and features privilege/access management and has an unlimited number of users and sites, with 3 site levels (organisation, site and subsite).
The solution has unlimited channels for VIGI devices (256 channels per site) and supports 64-channels for third-party cameras added through VIGI NVR, with 16-channel synchronous live playback via web portal or VIGI app, and 9-channel playback on web plug-in and PC client.
Local streaming is unlimited (via web plugin, app and PC client), and there’s support for 2 concurrent streaming clients per camera. Up to 1,000,000 events are retained for 180 days and there’s rules history and log retention of up to 90 days.
You can learn more about New TP-Link VIGI Cloud VMS here or read more SEN news here.
“New TP-Link VIGI Cloud VMS Delivers Free Monitoring And Management.”
PROCCTV Seeks Acquisition Or Partnership Offers For Security Installation Business.
PROCCTV Seeks Acquisition Or Partnership Offers For Security Installation Business.
PROCCTV Seeks Acquisition Offers – Brisbane-based security integrator PROCCTV is seeking expressions of interest for acquisition or partnership in the business.
PROCCTV installs alarms, access control, video intercoms and CCTV split 60 per cent residential and 40 per cent SME and turned over $A2 million last year with a return on sales of around 25 per cent.
The team, which prides itself on offering tailored solutions and excellent aftersales service, fields up to 40 enquiries a day driven by its powerful global online presence.
PROCCTV’s Daniel Tuttle said the sale would not include staff but would include a demonstration vehicle and the company’s fully operational digital marketing solution. Tuttle said he would be happy to assist the transition in a sales or GM role for the first 12 months.
“We are often inundated with projects too big for the business due to our strong presence in the SME and residential security markets – given this, we believe PROCCTV would slot in well as a division of a larger installer looking to grow its residential and SME business,” Tuttle said.
“We might be based in Brisbane, but PROCCTV really is a global brand with a global presence – we have people from all over the world contacting us to say they love what we do.”
You can contact daniel@procctv.com.au for more information, learn about the PROCCTV business here, or read more SEN news here.
“PROCCTV Seeks Acquisition Or Partnership Offers For Security Installation Business.”
Allegion Joins SecTech 2025– Allegion has joined SecTech Roadshow 2025 – roadies are advised that the discount rate ends September 15.
Founded more than 100 years ago, Allegion and its brands are pioneers and leaders in locking technology having invented the panic release bar exit device in 1908 and created the first-ever electric-controlled locks.
“SecTech 2024 was a great event with strong turnouts in all cities and it’s certain that space will be limited – we only have room on the trucks for 34 exhibitors – anyone else will need to go onto the waiting list – potential exhibitors should note our early bird rate is only available for a limited time.”
According to Keatinge, SecTech is a brilliant value proposition, with almost all additional costs covered by organisers, SEN Touring, which is SEN’s sister company.
“For manufacturers and distributors wanting exposure to 5 Australian markets at very low cost – a 3 x 3 metre stand is just $A23,000, including all logistics and add-ons, with zero hidden costs,” Keatinge said.
SecTech 2025 gets its engines started in Brisbane on May 8, motor to Sydney on May 15, head to Melbourne on May 20, open in Adelaide on Thursday, May 22 and finish up in Perth on May 27.
Exhibitors now include Allegion, Hikvision, VSP, Gallagher, Stentofon, Bluechip and Nemtek – you can learn more about SecTech Roadshow here or read more SEN news here.
Milestone Systems XProtect R1 2024 Delivers Worthwhile Enhancements.
Milestone Systems XProtect R1 2024 – The latest enhancements of Milestone’s XProtect have been released in version R1 2024, including enhancements to cyber security compliance and XProtect Rapid REVIEW, along with updates to the Husky IVO management client, smart client, web client and mobile client.
According to Mark Shannon, BGW Technologies’ national product manager, there are a few key features that integrators and end users will appreciate.
“Continuing its focus on delivering the most secure, compliant, and reliable system, Milestone has adapted a new set of programming tools to ensure XProtect meets international cybersecurity standards,” Shannon said.
“Cyber threats are growing exponentially, so having the confidence that your VMS is doing everything possible to protect your data is essential for your peace of mind.”
Shannon said the updates to XProtect Rapid REVIEW, which include cross camera tracking, offer serious performance enhancements.
“This capability uses the camera’s geolocation set up in XProtect allowing administrators to locate objects across adjacent or proximately positioned cameras more rapidly,” he said. “Gone are the days of having to flip back and forth between camera feeds. XProtect now does it for you.”
“Enhancements have also been added to Husky IVO, which now covers viewing stations, and recording and management servers that mean users will be able to streamline their hardware setup and maximise the performance of their XProtect VMS solution.”
To learn more about Milestone Systems XProtect R1 2024 release or to see it in action, get in touch with your local BGW Technologies branch here – there’s more SEN news here.
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Milestone Systems XProtect R1 2024
XProtect Rapid REVIEW 2024 M1
Management Client – Care reminder
Husky IVO – Full hardware suite
Smart Client – Combined media player format
Web Client – Timeline in full-screen mode
Mobile Client – Alarm support on Smart Maps
Web & Mobile Client – Audit log of the logout system
Device Packs 13.2.
“Milestone Systems XProtect R1 2024 Delivers Worthwhile Enhancements.”
Tender 1: Western Australia Police Force seeks supply, maintenance, and attachments of a medium-sized explosive ordnance disposal robot. This tender closes on September 12 – there’s more information here.
Tender 2: The Justice and Community Safety Directorate, requires a qualified and experienced service provider for the provision of handheld thermal imaging cameras for ACT Fire & Rescue.
The cameras will be required to perform to a standard to support operational capability when responding to fire rescue and hazmat incidents. The ACTF&R anticipates 27 devices will be required across the service by 2028, with an additional estimate of up to 10 additional units required throughout the remaining contract term.
This tender closes on September 7 – there’s more information here and more SEN news here.
“2 Left-Field Tenders For Ordnance Robot And Thermal Cameras.”
