July 2019

Janam Technologies LLC, a leading provider of rugged mobile computers that capture data and communicate wirelessly, today introduced the industry's most rugged touch computer with a 5-inch display and Google's "Android Enterprise Recommended" (AER) certification. As part of the AER program, Janam's XT200 runs feature-rich Android 8 (Oreo), can be upgraded to Android 9 (Pie) and supports five years of software security patches. The XT200 is built to thrive in the most demanding retail, direct store delivery and field service environments. From inventory tracking to point of sale to proof of delivery, Janam's new XT200 streamlines operations, delivers optimal efficiency and elevates the customer experience. [See Janam media release]

Zebra blog: Ask the expert: What is a Nit? And what is it not?
If you’ve ever shopped for a rugged tablet, laptop or even a regular TV before, you’ve probably seen the term “nit” in some variation (nits, Nit, Nits, NIT, NITS, NITs, etc.) on a product webpage or spec sheet. But do you know what it means? Not everyone does. And so Zebra's blog team asked rugged mobility expert Kyp Walls to help the set the record straight on this confusing, but commonly used term, in their latest installment of “Ask the Expert.” [Read Zebra blog: Ask the expert: What is a Nit? And what is it not?] -- Posted Monday, July 15, 2019 by chb

New usage-based service plans for Trimble Catalyst enable geospatial organizations to access precise positioning on demand
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today its Trimble® Catalyst software-defined Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver for Android phones and tablets is now available with a usage-based service plan — Trimble Catalyst On Demand. The new service plan is focused on satisfying the requirements of a growing number of industries and organizations who recognize the benefits of using high-accuracy GNSS technology in the field, but need a more flexible payment model. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Tuesday, July 9, 2019 by chb

Full review: Handheld Group Nautiz X6 rugged Android phablet
Users love big screens and the look and feel and power of a modern smartphone. But they don't want to baby their device and stick it in a case. With the Handheld Group's tough and rugged Nautiz X6, customers don't have to. We reviewed the 6-inch, 13.4-ounce, Android 8-based and Snapdragon 626 octa-core powered Nautiz6 in detail and found much to like. It's a smooth, elegant and very functional IP67-sealed device with a USB-C port, powerful externally accessible battery, uBlox GNSS, card slot, and available Honeywell imager via expansion port. [See full review of the Handheld Group Nautiz X6] -- Posted Monday, July 8, 2019 by chb