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The TASER Pulse is sized similar to a sub-compact firearm. However, it's lightweight but still feels durable. The TASER Pulse weighs only 8 oz compared to my  Glock 43 that comes in at 16 oz and my HK VP9SK at 23 oz, both unloaded. It's nice not having that extra weight around my waist. The grip is more comparable to that of my Glock 43 in terms of size. You can see from the photos below that overall the TASER Pulse is much smaller all around compared to my carry guns.

After every Apex Officer training simulation, each officer goes through a debriefing session with an instructor or subject matter expert. In the debriefing, the officer articulates his decision making process and reflects on his/her decision and the areas that they can improve upon.

Virtual reality is ready to be a leap forward innovation for training and preparing, because of its vivid nature and the opportunity it offers to rehearse in practical settings without stressing over results. Advantages associated with VR training:

Unlike earlier use of force instructional methods and simulators, such as range shooting, Apex Officer's virtual reality use of force training simulator is designed to provide more realistic training and covers a broader range of use of force options.

Earlier this year, the Apex Officer training platform reached a major milestone -Apex Officer is used by police departments for training in every state in the United States:

Police officers and law enforcement agencies are using Apex Officer's VR training simulator to prepare and train their officers for the following scenarios and situations:

The TASER Pulse is definitely a concealed carry friendly option. There are a few companies making holsters for the TASER Pulse which I think is great. The soft case sleeve that comes with the TASER Pulse isn't one I would recommend using as a holster as it doesn't allow for quick draw access. I can see it being used to store the device for traveling or at home.

Apex Officer supports a wide selection of firearm models ranging from Glock and Beretta to Sig Sauer and Smith&Wesson. Visit the Apex Officer Training Arsenal for a full list of firearm models that are available now for your training needs. If you do not see a particular type of duty weapon below, please contact Apex Officer as we are constantly developing newer kits for additional weapons.

I have a Sticky Holster for my Glock 43 (read about that here) and personally, I'm more comfortable carrying the TASER Pulse in this style holster than a firearm. But it's really just a matter of what you're comfortable with and how you train.  I've carried the TASER on-body and off-body in my purse. While carrying it off-body the TASER Pulse did slip out of the Sticky Holster a little from being jostled around, but it never came out completely.

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I encourage you to take a moment to think about what tools you have available should you end up in an unsavory situation. The reality of the world is that evil and crazy people exist and they exist everywhere, even in a "safe neighborhood." While you don't need to run off and get a firearm, consider some less-lethal self-defense tools you can carry with you so you aren't left helpless. In the firearm world, we often live by the motto, "it's better to have a gun on you and not need it, than not have one and need it." The same thought process can be applied to any self-defense tool.

Every Apex Officer® simulator includes hardware and software that integrates directly into the technology at no additional cost; thus, allowing police departments to take a strategic and analytical approach at the effectiveness of their training and department as a whole.

The TASER Pulse is one of my go-to non-lethal self-defense tools. When I can’t carry my firearm this is my second option. They have recently retired the original TASER Pulse and have introduced an updated version, the TASER Pulse + (plus). Upon initial review of the tool itself it still has all the same great capabilities of its predecessor with the only difference being the latest integration with the Noonlight app through your mobile device. The Noonlight app notifies law enforcement of your location (via GPS) when the trigger is pulled.

A TASER is a non-lethal weapon that ejects sharp probes onto an attacker. Depending on the TASER, these probes can deliver 50,000 volts that cause a "neuromuscular incapacitation." In layman's terms, the shock from the probes causes an attacker's muscles to lock-up, rendering them somewhat immobile leaving you with an opportunity to escape.

The Apex Officer team works closely with our law enforcement partners to ensure our training content is superior in quality, realism, immersion, and relevance. With the feedback from our partners, our software developers are able to create intense, realistic scenarios, which are displayed using the best virtual reality technology. With our unique blend of randomization, artificial intelligence and voice recognition Apex Officer's training scenarios and simulations offer police departments an infinite number of training opportunities.

Apex Officer's VR training process is highly regarded as one of the best police and law enforcement training simulators in the industry.

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When is the last time your agency upgraded their training methods? Are you ready to upgrade your police departments training simulator? With Apex Officer's VR training platform and simulator, you can begin training in the future, today. It's easy to get started. All you have to do is click one of the many "Request a Demo" buttons on our website and an Apex Officer team member will help you begin the process.

Apex Officer is a comprehensive, robust, and futuristic training solution for police departments and law enforcement agencies. Current customers have stated that they enjoy the following features of the Apex Officer platform:

Real life events don’t end on one incident. That is why Apex Officer developed a proprietary system using machine learning and artificial intelligence to create multi-incident scenarios. With the Dynamic Scenario Generator, the scenario doesn’t end on one confrontation. Just like in real life, there are many results and outcomes to every action.

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We also offer E-Mail support for those wishing to get questions answered but do not necessarily want to call. We are available 24/7 to answer your inquiries. You can expect to have a prompt reply. Email: support @ apexofficer.com

As with all lethal and non-lethal self-defense tools it's important to not let them give you a false sense of security. Just because you have a tool on you to defend yourself doesn't mean you should let your guard down and throw situational awareness out the window. Avoidance is key to not getting into a bad situation. Always be aware of your surroundings, put your phone away, and keep your head up.

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Through our history of providing innovative interactive simulation training solutions, Apex Officer has become widely regarded as a low-risk, highly reliable contracting, and business partner.  We have the industry’s most dedicated and customer committed sales and support team on staff and all Apex Officer customers receive the best technical service in the business, including free software updates, newly developed and released scenarios with new exercises and environments to keep interest high and skills sharp.

I think the TASER Pulse is a great non-lethal self-defense tool to have on hand. For those days where I can't carry my firearm I like knowing that I have another self-defense tool to grab, so I'm not left completely defenseless. While its price point is more along the range of some handguns coming in at $450 (a little less from here), is there really a limit to the price you would pay to keep yourself safe? I love this as an option for women; it's great for young and elderly women as well. You know many colleges don't allow firearms and offer up rape whistles as a means of self-defense, which I think is completely ridiculous. This could provide a little bit of peace of mind to someone who has to walk across campus late at night. It's reliable and easy to use.

Every Apex Officer training simulation starts with background information and case law. Our simulations provide the police officer with a plethora of background knowledge including the legal definition, what the precedent is, why it is important and much more.

Police departments and law enforcement trainers have reported that the benefits of the Apex Officer training platform include:

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With the use of Apex Officer's Advanced Analytics and Reporting, Apex Officer's VR training platform offers training managers, Police Chiefs, and law enforcement agencies unprecedented analytical data and insight into their officer's training results, requirements, and progress.

If you would like to bring, Apex Officer to your law enforcement agency, you can speak directly with one of our contracting and procurement specialists and they will answer any questions that you may have in a fast and efficient manner.

It should be of no surprise to you that I'm a big advocate of women being self-reliant and being able to defend themselves with whatever tool they choose. While my journey led me to gun ownership, yours may not and that's totally okay. The great thing is that there are a variety of options when it comes to self-defense tools that don't include a firearm. One of those tools is a TASER.

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As a firearms owner and concealed carrier, I wanted to show you a comparison between my two carry guns (Glock 43 and Heckler & Koch VP9SK) and the TASER Pulse in terms of frame size and grip. For me, one of the reasons I prefer the TASER Pulse is because the Pulse is shaped like a firearm. I'm already familiar with the motions of drawing, gripping, and shooting a firearm, so this model makes the most sense for me since it's designed for concealed carry.

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Apex Officer's police training simulator has been reported as the most realistic police simulator year after year. Apex Officer is considered the most realistic police simulator because of its highly advanced virtual reality technology and its ability to simulate a wide range of real-world scenarios that police officers may encounter on the job.

Police departments are increasingly retiring their projection simulators and are switching to VR platforms like Apex Officer for many reasons. VR (Virtual Reality) training simulators offer several advantages over projector-based training simulators, including:

The TASER Pulse comes with two cartridges, a built-in battery, a neoprene-like sleeve, and a practice target. Each cartridge contains one set of probes that deliver around 50,000 volts in a 30-second cycle. Once you press the trigger the probes eject and that cartridge is complete. Each cartridge is a single shot cartridge. However, after that initial 30-second cycle, you can depress the trigger again to release another 30-second cycle through the probes onto the attacker. Each cartridge comes encased in a plastic shell that easily pops off when you're ready to use it. They snap into the front of the TASER device with minimal effort. However, taking them out requires a little bit more force—or at least it did for me. Additionally, I love that they have printed expiration dates on the cartridges so you know when to get new ones (they have a five year shelf life).

Here, I'm using the Sticky Holster which makes a holster designed specifically to fit the TASER Pulse. If you're not familiar with Sticky Holsters, they are a brand of holsters that don't require the need for a belt or clip. The outer fabric of the holster is made from a non-slip slightly tacky material that stays in place when positioned snug between two items. In order to fit the TASER Pulse into the Sticky Holster, I needed to give it a good push to make sure that the trigger was properly covered. I honestly think that the holster could come up a bit higher on the frame. But I wasn't very concerned about it accidentally going off because of the safety lever also needing to be in the ready position before firing.

Apex Officer is used by law enforcement agencies across the country and we're proud of our diverse and robust customer base. Examples of our tailored and specialized training simulator can be found here:

With our unique blend of randomization, artificial intelligence and voice recognition Apex Officer's training simulations offer police departments an infinite number of training opportunities.

The main difference between a TASER and stun gun is that a stun gun requires direct contact onto the person which means you must be within arms reach. Alternatively, a TASER shoots two probes out of the cartridge and requires you to be within 15 feet. Personally, I'd much rather have that 15-foot buffer between myself and an attacker rather than getting up close and personal. This distance means that you have some added security so you can get away and protect yourself.

A few of the features that I like about the TASER Pulse are the safety-on battery indicator on the rear of the frame, the red laser which makes getting your sights on your target easier, and the flashlight. All these items "turn-on" when the safety is off. While the flashlight portion of this light isn't the strongest and doesn't replace an actual flashlight, it does help to illuminate the area you are aiming towards.

Apex Officer® offers the best virtual reality hardware and technology to create the world’s most realistic and immersive VR use of force, de-escalation, and crisis intervention training simulator for police officers and law enforcement professionals on the market.

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The TASER Pulse also has an external safety, a built-in flashlight, a target laser, and sights to make aiming and firing very easy. It's definitely a very simple device that's straightforward to use. It has a built-in battery that lasts for around 50 firings—and I certainly hope you don't ever need to use it, especially that much. There is a battery level indicator that lights up green on the rear of the TASER Pulse (see below).

Every year, more and more law enforcement agencies are turning to Apex Officer for their training needs. In fact, Apex Officer is now available in all 50 states.

Absolutely, police officers are increasingly using VR (virtual reality) for training purposes. By using VR, officers can experience realistic scenarios that closely mimic real-world situations without the risks and costs associated with traditional training methods. VR training allows police officers to practice decision-making skills and improve their situational awareness in a controlled and safe environment.

At Apex Officer, our primary goal is customer satisfaction. Our team takes great pride in providing the best customer support in the industry. We strive to be number one with both our products and customer service by offering several ways for our customers to receive support from our experienced and knowledgeable unit. We stand by our motto: “Protecting the protector."

There are a few companies that make kydex style holsters for the TASER Pulse such as Blade-Tech and Crossbreed Holsters.  Additionally, I loved that the TASER Pulse fit in my Alexo Athletica leggings using their built-in holster.

Following the intro and case law, every officer using the Apex Officer training platform is placed into a randomized training scenario that depict a variety of situations. Officers will demonstrate knowledge of the training material and new skills.