App-Tronics Stealth Interceptor Laser Jammer – Scam Alert!
Are you considering spending over $1295 on the new App-Tronics 2300is Stealth Interceptor laser jammer?
If you are then I suggest that you read this review first, so you don’t get scammed out of your hard earned cash!
I first learned about App-Tronic’s and their recent entry into the speed counter measurement industry today as I walked past their booth at the annual Las Vegas SEMA show and saw they were promoting a product they call the Stealth Interceptor Laser Jammer.
Well this peaked my curiosity as I knew that Cliff Crane, the president of Laser Interceptor, had trademarked his companies name a number of years ago and I felt that this was a blatant infringement on his companies trademark.
So I walked into their booth and began checking out App-Tronic’s 2300is Stealth Interceptor.
I then spent a few minutes reading some of the literature App-Tronic’s had for their product.
Some of the more notable features they listed were:
- All in one X, K, Ka, Ku radar detector and laser diffuser
- GPS capabilities using Google Maps
- SmartNav digital recorder
- Red light and speed camera warning system
- The ONLY laser jammer that can defeat the LTI TrueCam laser gun
I then spent some time examining the unit they had on display.
The controller’s LCD screen had some text displayed in blue that I was unable to read because of its small size and color.
The two laser jammer heads were strikingly similar to Laser Interceptor’s head and the radar detector antenna was very similar in appearance to Escort’s 9500ci’s antenna.
At this same time one of App-Tronic’s reps was explaining the features of their jammer to another show attendee who asked what the two level devices inserted into the jammer were for.
I about crapped my pants when the rep replied, “It’s so the jammer heads look good on the front of the car” (the purpose is to level the heads for performance factors).
I then introduced myself to Craig Collens, the CFO, asking if he could tell me a little bit about his company and his new laser jammer.
Craig related that he started his company because Escort, Blinder and Laser Interceptor just “didn’t get it” and they wanted to have a product that was superior to all the other radar detectors and jammers out there today.
I then asked him how he was getting around both Blinder’s US Patent on laser jammers and on Escort’s patent on inclusion of GPS into radar detectors.
At this point he looked at me with a bewildered look asking, “We need a patent?”
My Thoughts About App-Tronics and their Stealth Interceptor
It was evident to me that App-Tronic’s spent a lot of money and time in putting together an awesome booth at this year’s SEMA convention. However my gut tells me that their money would have been better spent doing research and development rather then rip off and duplicate other companies intellectual properties.
Mark my words, it is just a matter of time before Mr. Collens and his investors get legal notice and sued for a bunch of cash and shut down by one of those companies he feels “just don’t get it” because I know they do..
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I for one am planning on spending my money on the app tronics unit. I went to SEMA. Compared several products. And fell in love with the app tronics unit. It seems well built. And performs as advertised. I was really impressed with the display unit.
I am doing some research on reviews of this product. As I do with everything I purchase. I don’t understand the scam that you state. Do they take my money and sell me a box with bricks in it?
I should not purchase any product that has ‘stealth’ or ‘interceptor’ in the name? I am confused. Did you actually review the product? I saw it first hand, and I liked it. The display unit, did everything it advertised.
I think I am still going to buy it. And I’ll give a “real” review.
The point that I’m making is that I feel that they are violating a couple patents. If and when the patent holders enforce their intellectual property App-Tronics will be essentially out of business, any distributors selling their products will be sued and the people that purchased this product will no longer have any warranty or support.
As I stated earlier. I am in the market to purchase a lazer jammer for my Vette. I always research products that are expensive before I make the big purchase. Your post was the only bad post I can find about the app tronics Unit. I realize that it is new. And I’ve never heard of them before. But, I did see the product first hand. And it seemed legit. I did not ask anyone about any patents though.
I also found that lazer interceptor was sued by Blinder. So I imagine they must have broke some patent laws themselves.
Just seems that your assessment is based more on your personal opinion and speculation.
Yes, LI was sued by Blinder and they now pay a licensing fee to Blinder and my review is based upon my 20 background in the Speed Counter Mmeasurement industry
Well, just wanted to come back and say I purchased the app tronics unit. I received it last week. And it is not a scam. It works! Was super easy to install. And I’m not really good at running wiring. The instructions were easy to follow. I’m really happy with it. And it also records my drives. Which is kinda neat. I might collaborate a spirited driving video. I don’t get why this is being called a scam. This guy did not even review the unit.
Well how about you get back with when you need service and the company is no longer around because they got shut down for violating US Patent law.
And if you really feel that it works come on over and we will run it against some laser guns to see how it actually performs.
I thought that is what you are supposed to do. Put the product to the test and review it. Unbiased. That’s how reviews are done.
Seems that you are pretty partial to Lazer Interceptor. You, yourself in your YouTube video. Said the guy came out of nowhere with his product. Just the same as apptronics came with theirs. Lazer interceptor had no patents, you still tested their jammer. Why will you not test this one. So, if apptronics gets sued. Can they not pay off just as Lazer Interceptor did? I actually called apptronics, and talked to a real nice guy named Mark. He sold me my unit. And assured me there are no issues to be worried about. I suggest you dig a little deeper than what you have.
Kirt, first off don’t bullshit me and my community. First off your post about seeing the product at SEMA and then buying the product and then today is all total bullshit, you work for the company, says so right here: http://www.zoominfo.com/p/Kirt-Omanski/1985453059
And as far as being unbiased I am, however I will only test a product that is within it’s legal bounds of marketing and selling their products in the US. LI has a licensing agreement with Blinder, you don’t.
So Kirk just so you understand.
1: Buy tracking your IP address and E-mail I have confirmed your with App Tronics and not just “some customer” as you stated in your 2 past posts
2: So one could safely assume that as an App Tronics’s representative that is deceitful on a public forum trying to save face, would also be deceitful in the development and the marketing of the App Tronics product line
3: And as an App Tronic’s representative you are knowingly violating Blinder’s patents with the knowledge that you will be sued down the road.
Kirk your Facebook wall post on 11/5 says it all: “I work with retards. I love those silly bastards”.
lol…busted..
I just found his Radar Mirror @ Chinavision for $200, be careful what you guys are buying..
Roger, thanks for the find, to be more precise the link to the China Vision product is http://www.chinavasion.com/china/wholesale/Car_Video/Mirror_Monitors/Car_Rear_View_Mirror_with_Dashcam_and_Wireless_Parking_Camera_-_5_Inch_Screen_GPS_Speed_Radar_Detector_Bluetooth/
I read your 60 some page e-book. It was very informative. I currently have the Escort Max. Is it worth spending the extra money to get the Escort 9500ci?
I was going to purchase: Blinder HP-905 to minimize laser threats and use the two units together (Max and hp-905) instead of getting 9500ci.
I’ve always used Escort products and they have saved me thousands over the years but I recently moved to FL and don’t want to have any interaction with local law enforcement. Thank you for your time and opinion.
I would say that the Max has better performance then the 9500ix, so stick with the Max
However would recommend getting the Blinder: http://www.powersportsus.com/Blinder-HP-905-Laser-Jammer-p/hp-905.htm
Use this link and the discount code in my eBook for 10% off
Patent infringement and deceit aside, I’d still be interested to learn how the Stealth Interceptor Laser Jammer performs.