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CAC USE ON MOBILE DEVICES

Customize your iPad / iPhone

Windows Tablet Information	Apple iPhone / iPad Information	Android Information

CAC readers do exist for Android and i devices, the CAC readers alone will cost you between $149.00 - $396.00

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iPhone 5 and new iPad users CAN use their CAC to access CAC enabled websites Now

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Please be aware of this Memorandum on DoD Commercial Mobile Device (CMD) Interim Policy from DoD dated 17 January 2012.

Section 2.2.6 states:  Non-enterprise activated CMDs shall not process or store official DoD email.  Access to DoD webmail services shall follow policy statement 2.2.5. 

Section 2.2.5 states:  Non-enterprise activated CMDs shall follow existing policy when accessing we-based services authorized for external access, which stores sensitive DoD information.  Combatant Command/Service/Agency's (CC/S/A)'s are encouraged to implement technical controls that prevent sensitive DoD information from being downloaded and stored. 

Updated Memorandum dated 31 July 2012

DoD Releases Commercial Mobile Device Implementation Plan - 26 February 2013

Air Force is going mobile, see two articles from 19 February 2013 at Defense Systems and AF.mil

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Windows 8 tablet information

Dell sells the Latitude 10 (Enhanced Security version) Windows 8 Pro tablet which includes both Smart Card and Fingerprint readers.  Please review Windows 8 page for CAC use on Windows 8.

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The Microsoft Surface Windows 8 Pro went on sale on 9 February 2013.  This version has the ability to run legacy Windows programs. 

The Microsoft Surface  Windows RT went on sale 26 October 2012 and has an ARM processor and IS NOT able to run legacy Windows programs.  You can check your Enterprise Email with a CAC reader, and after you install the DoD Certificates.

Microsoft Surface User Guide (a 68 page guide written for both the Surface Windows RT & Surface Windows 8 Pro)

Six myths of Windows RT Revealed

The Microsoft Surface Windows RT will allow you to access sites like OWA (IF you have the Gemalto TOP DL GX4 144 or Oberthur ID One 128 v5.5 Dual CACs).  All other CAC types are incompatible.

Windows 8 version comparison

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Fujitsu Windows 7 Professional tablet with a built in Smart Card reader

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iX104C5-M2 with Integrated CAC:  THE Secure DMSR Fully-Rugged Tablet PC

iPhone and iPad [Non Dual Persona] users can use their CAC to access CAC enabled websites NOW.  (Update: When PKard for iOS version 1.2.4 is released, Dual Persona users will be supported)

Four companies offer readers and software for iPhone / iPads

Thursby  |  Identive  |  Precise Biometrics  |  BaiMobile

18 June 2012:  Interviewed in SecureIDNews, Government ID, Smart Cards, Identification and Authentication article regarding Thursby's PKard for iOS and reader.

Click pictures to see a larger version

PKard for IOS software and PKard Reader from Thursby Software for $149.99

 Thursby is bundling their Black PKard Reader with a Lightning adaptor for $159.99 + $7.00 S/H

NOTE:  iPhone 5 [and newest iPad & mini] users will need the Lightning to 30 PIN adaptor $29.00  Another version for with a short cable for $39.00

NOTE:  If you Jail Break your iPhone, the PKard for iOS software will not work as it was designed.

Thursby's Press Release

You cannot access DTS via your iPad / iPhone yet, here's why

16 October 2012:  TheStreet.com article about the Identive iAuthenticate reader.  PDF

Identive iAuthenticate Smart Card reader and PKard for IOS software for $139.00

purchase from:

NOTE:  iPhone 5 [and newest iPad & mini] users will need the Lightning to 30 PIN adaptor $29.00  Another version for with a short cable for $39.00

Technical Data Sheet  |  Marketing Sheet

27 August 2012:  BioMetricUpdate.com article about the Tactivo reader. PDF, Video

PKard for IOS software and Tactivo from Precise Biometrics for iPhone 4 / 4S for $249.00

Both Tactivo readers are also sold by Thursby

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PKard for iOS software and Tactivo from Precise biometrics for iPad 2 & iPad (3rd Generation) for $299.00

 baiMobile 3000MP Bluetooth Smart Card reader

You can purchase the BaiMobile Bluetooth CAC reader: iPhone ($289.00 + $49.20 (Bluetooth adaptor) + $57.80 (per year for annual middleware maintenance and support agreement), but please know you will need an additional program the free baiMobile browser app released on 22 May 2013 or the PKard browser app ($79.99 download)

NOTE:  iPhone 5 [and newest iPad & mini] users will need the Lightning to 30 PIN adaptor $29.00  Another version for with a short cable for $39.00

Thursby video showing you how to pair your Bai3000 reader to your iPhone

BaiMobile and DISA using Android and Good (not available to general military population unless you already have a Good account on an Exchange server)

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baiMobile 301MP Smart Card reader 

http://www.biometricassociates.com/products/smart-card-readers/301mp-reader/

You can purchase the BaiMobile 301MP CAC reader for $124.95 + $23.95 (per year for annual middleware maintenance and support agreement), but please know you will need an additional program like the free baiMobile browser app.

Silanis (makers of ApproveIt) is working hard to bring mobile e-signatures to everyone

Customize your iPad / iPhone

Outlook Web App Mini is how you'll view OWA on a small screen.  With this ability and PKard for iOS, you have the ability to check your webmail on your iPhone or iPad.

Android Information

Precise Biometrics is working on a reader solution for Android users (18 March 2013)

 Citrix shows accessing Windows server via a test CAC using a Motorola Zoom Android tablet. (6 April 2013)

A possible future option for Android users

SCDroid is an app in Google Play, but does not offer any way to CAC authenticate to a web browser.

Please know that even though CAC readers exist, I'm still unable to find any apps that will CAC authenticate to a web browser (like PKard for iOS does for iPhone and iPads).  If you find an app, please let me know. 

-- I've heard rumors that an app is being created by BaiMobile & SCM.  Your Android device [phone or tablet] will have to be running 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (or above) and it keeps getting pushed out further and further. 

-- I see Charismathics they have a solution, however, their website doesn't show me where to get the app/software.  It only lists which CAC readers will work.

So, you can purchase the hardware, but I'm not aware of anyway for you to use it yet.

Understand the different Android versions and names

Information from BaiMobile regarding the baiMobile 3000MP Smart Card reader

You can purchase the BaiMobile Bluetooth CAC reader: Android ($289.00 + $57.80 (per year)), I've been unable to find any Android apps that authenticate you like PKard does for iPhone and iPad. 

baiMobile 301MP Smart Card reader 

http://www.biometricassociates.com/products/smart-card-readers/301mp-reader/

You can purchase the BaiMobile 301MP CAC reader for $124.95 + $23.95 (per year for annual middleware maintenance and support agreement), but please know you will need an additional program like the one mentioned below (which is still in beta testing). 

NEWS:  baiMobile is in the beta testing phase of getting their bai Browser reader for the Android market.  Read more in the 22 May 2013 press release.

Read DISA's draft Apple iOS 6 STIG

Washington Post article about iPhones / Androids taking over for BlackBerry's in the Government

Information from Army CIO / G6 regarding tablets (their definition of tablets is Microsoft Windows, NOT iPad or Android devices)

Part of the reason why it is taking so long to get CAC ability on your mobile device can be read here in this email message from the Army Enterprise DAA (Designated Approving Authority) Daniel Q. Bradford

The information below will only help Army retirees and guests now that all CAC holders are being assimilated to Enterprise Email

You are able to physically check your AKO email on your mobile phone.  However, according to AR 25-2, paragraph 4-29(f) it states: "Employee owned Personal Electronic Devices are prohibited for use in official communications or connections to Army networks."  When you look at the Army password standards Para 5B(9)&(10) it states as long as you DO NOT USE the "Remember Password" feature you are not breaking any rules.

What I'm stating is the capability is here, how you interpret the regulation is up to you.

DoD Smart phones and Tablets Online training

Windows mobile, iPhone, and Android  (BlackBerry users look below) (iPad users) (Kindle users)

NOTE:  Windows mobile, Android, & iPhone users try the wizard first, as it will set it up automatically for you.

What's the difference between IMAP and POP?

NOTE:  Once you use the automatic setup, go in and verify that the mail settings match what you see below:

The ability to check AKO via IMAP has already started to diminish for all personnel who have a CAC and a @mail.mil email address.  It will still be available for retirees and any non CAC holders.

Regular AKO Email (Retirees and family members only):

Choose IMAP for the server type

The incoming mail server is:  imap.us.army.mil

The outgoing mail server is:  smtp.us.army.mil  (some users may need to use:  mailrouter.us.army.mil)

Do not use secure password connections (SPA)

The incoming port number is:  993 (you may not be able to select this)

The outgoing port number is:  465 (you may not be able to select this)

For both incoming and outgoing mail server, use SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)

Visual steps to configure your EVO / Droid

Visual steps to configure your Incredible

Visual steps to configure your iPad for regular AKO email

Visual steps to configure your Kindle Fire for regular AKO email

Setup the DoD411 Global Address List on your iPhone

BlackBerry

NOTE:  I've been notified that the BlackBerry's with OS v6.0 have an automatic configuration for IMAP (Like the Android, Apple, and Windows phones have had all along)

1.  A Third party app is required (for older OS') to be able to access your AKO email utilizing your BlackBerry.

2.  Visit this link from your BlackBerry  http://logicmail.org/ota  to download LogicMail for your version of BlackBerry.

3.  LogicProbe's instructions can be found at:  http://www.logicmail.org/wiki/setup20 (version 2.0)

3a.  Chief Danberry's (more specific) instructions can be found here (this is for BlackBerry version 1.1)

4.  Once you get the LogicMail installed on your BlackBerry, you will use the email IMAP settings above for whichever version of AKO email you are on. 

NOTE:  Some BlackBerry's do not work correctly, so, you may need a software update.  Read what helped SSG Maddox

What's the difference between IMAP and POP?