IDroid

The iDroid is a hand-sized device resembling a walkie-talkie that displays a holographic map of a given area, which can come in a satellite-based map or give a general layout of the area. It was also used to call in Hinds and direct them to a specific area.

An iDroid was utilized by Big Boss during his infiltration of Camp Omega, in order to rescue Paz Ortega Andrade and Chico from facility, in order to gather intelligence on Cipher. Its projection area referred to it as a beta version, implying that the device was created only very recently by the time of the mission.

Behind the scenes
The iDroid is an important item in Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. The name is portemantau of the Google-made Android phone, and the Apple-made iPhone.

The iDroid function in the game has several functions. In-game, it can be used to read up mission objectives, as well as look at the map from both a satellite-based map image and a style more indicative of the Soliton Radar of past games. It could also place objective markers and call in choppers, as well as listen to cassette tapes containing background information and/or music. It also gives heat-pattern blotches to indicate deaths of other soldiers in the area.

Besides its in-game usage, the iDroid can also be used on tablets, androids, and iPhone devices. Functions include viewing your current rankings as well as developing Mother Base, similar to in Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker.

The iDroid's voice guide is provided by Donna Burke, who also provided vocals for "Heavens Divide" and "Sins of the Father."