The company will offer it to the U.S. defense and security communities.
The Black has embedded hardware security features, can be configured through software policies, and has endless modularity capabilities, according to Boeing.
"With hardware encryption and other security solutions, you can significantly reduce the potential threat of attacks," Jim McGregor, founder of Tirias Research, told TechNewsWorld. However, "unless you're willing to limit the functionality of the device and/or its services, there will always be some threats."
Boeing Black Specs
The Boeing Black has a 4.3-inch qHD screen with 540 x 960 pixel resolution.
With dual 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 CPUs, it weighs 170g. It runs a secure version of Android.
The device will support dual SIM bands for LTE, WCDMA and GSM, so users can switch between government and commercial networks. It will integrate seamlessly into customer mobile device management systems and virtual private networks.
The Black supports Bluetooth v2.1 +EDR.
It has a micro-USB port, a PDMI port and a 24-pin connector, and it accepts secure SD cards.
It has a modular expansion port that can be used for integrating additional sensors or for technology enhancements such as satellite connectivity or other customizations.
For security, the Boeing Black has embedded FIPS 140-2 storage, used to accredit cryptographic modules; configurable inhibit controls to protect the device, its data and data transmission; trusted modules; and configurable OS security policies. Together, these make up Boeing's PureSecure architecture.
The Black comes in a sealed case and has tamper-proof screws, so any attempt to service it or replace parts will destroy the phone.
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