PRYME, a manufacturer of communication accessories for two-way radios and PoC applications, announced a growing partnership with Tango Tango, a mobile application that connects smartphones to existing two-way radio systems. Together with PRYME’s wireless push-to-talk (PTT) buttons, the companies are delivering integrated, hands-free communication solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and safety for diverse markets from public safety agencies and religious organizations to professional sports teams. 

“PRYME has been a critical component for Tango Tango customers,” said Ray Brown, business development executive, Tango Tango. “Our users have come to depend on PRYME’s PTT Buttons to achieve reliable, hands-free operation. PRYME’s advanced technology have opened doors to new customers and expanded our user base across a range of industries.”

Tango Tango’s mobile application extends existing radio capabilities through cellular and Wi-Fi networks to enable cross-platform communication between smartphones, radios and dispatch centers. It also allows users to stay connected without carrying bulky two-way radios. Paired with PRYME’s wireless PTT buttons, users can securely and discreetly transmit over the network with the press of a button. The combined solution has seen broad adoption well beyond public safety.

“Church security teams in particular have embraced this hands-free solution,” Brown said. “We currently have between 50 and 60 churches across the U.S. using Tango Tango, and about 90% of them incorporate PRYME Wireless PTT buttons. The combination of our software and PRYME’s hardware provides exactly what they need — dependable communication without distraction.” 

The partnership first took shape when a professional basketball security director, seeking a discreet communication solution for on-court operations, discovered PRYME PTT Buttons through Tango Tango. “They loved that they could use Tango Tango on their phones without having to hold them during games,” Brown said.

Today, PRYME and Tango Tango’s joint solutions are being used not only by faith-based organizations and national sports teams but also by fire departments, law enforcement agencies, healthcare facilities and educational institutions.

“Tango Tango and PRYME share a common mission to strengthen communication capabilities for professionals in critical environments,” said Dave George, president and chief technologist, PRYME. “Our partnership reflects a commitment to safety and the seamless integration of hardware and software across communication platforms.”