Commercial electronics in the military?

The military, spearheaded by the U.S. Army, is currently planning to issue Android and Windows-based phones to its troops and is also examining the possibility of connecting these devices into combat networks in the field via the Joint Tactical Radio System. The exact nature and tactical use of smartphones remains in question and some are questioning the applicability of using commercial grade devices in the field without considerable ruggedization and security modifications.

Even still, the service is moving forward issuing smartphones to its personnel in garrison through its Go Mobile program and related efforts.