Highlights
- Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), headquartered in Scottsdale, announced the Body 5 body-worn camera on Oct. 24, 2026.
- Two versions launched: Axon Body 5 and Axon Body 5 Pro, both delivering 25x the AI processing power of earlier-generation cameras.
- A new near-focus lens lets officers scan driver's licenses and check warrants without returning to their patrol vehicle.
- A new AI feature category called Axon Guardian detects escalation in real time and pushes alerts through Axon Fusus.
Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the Scottsdale-based public safety technology company, announced the Axon Body 5 on Oct. 24, 2026, a body-worn camera the company says delivers 25x the AI processing power of earlier-generation cameras.
Two versions are available: the Axon Body 5 and the Axon Body 5 Pro, with the Pro gaining additional AI capabilities over time. Both feature 20% longer battery life than the previous generation, improved low-light video, and enhanced connectivity, according to the company's press release.
A new near-focus camera lens allows officers to scan driver's licenses and run warrant checks without returning to their patrol vehicle, a workflow change the company says is designed to keep officers facing the scene rather than looking down at a dashboard terminal.
What is Axon Guardian?
Axon Guardian is a new AI feature category built into the Body 5 platform. It is designed to detect escalation and potential conflicts in real time, generating alerts through Axon Fusus. The system integrates with existing Axon AI tools, including Draft One for automated report generation and Axon Assistant for real-time translation in the field.
The Body 5 announcement was also covered by investor.axon.com and Officer.com.
Axon has not disclosed pricing, contract terms, or an initial agency customer for the Body 5. The company's investor relations page lists the announcement date as Oct. 24, 2026.
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- PR Newswire retrieved 24/10/2026 18:40
- axon.com retrieved 24/10/2026 18:40
- investor.axon.com retrieved 24/10/2026 18:40
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