When the conditions change, having the right information can make all the difference. Turns out, it can earn a little recognition, too.

Vortex Optics is proud to announce the Vortex Relay™ Network is Guns & Ammo's 2026 Technology of the Year. Guns & Ammo recognizes the system's innovative, unbreakable approach to connecting ballistic data and optical devices to help shooters make more informed shots.

The Vortex Relay™ Network connects compatible Vortex® devices. Each device contributes data to a connected system, sharing information and updating ballistic solutions as conditions change. They're powerful on their own, and even more powerful when connected together.

Setting up ballistics profiles and troubleshooting why solutions don't match between two devices shouldn't feel like you need an engineering degree," said Ben Farrell, Market Development Manager at Vortex®. "We created the Vortex Relay Network™ to make long-range shooting easier, from initial set-up to use in the field."

Guns & Ammo also highlights the Vortex Relay™ Network's ability to bring multiple devices and technologies (including GeoBallistics®, Vortex's ballistic solver and app) together into a practical, user-friendly system. By making ballistic solutions simpler to get and manage, Vortex® continues to develop innovative tools to get the most out of every shot.

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