June 2020

Zebra, one of the early adopters of Android, has extensive experience with the platform by now. Recently they introduced the economically-priced entry-level Android 10-based TC21/TC26 rugged enterprise handheld touch computers. The TC21 (WiFi only) and TC26 (WiFi + cellular data) replace the earlier TC20/TC25 and offer substantial upgrades in display, battery, performance, and overall functionality. [See description, analysis and specs of the Zebra TC21/TC26]

Zebra Technologies introduces five rugged mobile computers to increase front-line worker productivity
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the edge of the enterprise with solutions and partners that enable businesses to gain a performance edge, today announced the industry's first enterprise-class mobile computers running on the Android 10 operating system (OS): the TC21/TC26, TC52x/TC57x and MC3300x. With integrated scanning and unique software capabilities enabled by Mobility DNA, the five new devices are designed for retail, transportation and logistics (T&L), field mobility and warehouse environments to improve front-line worker productivity and effectiveness. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2020 by chb

Trimble launches Hardware-as-a-Service for transportation with new solution bundles
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced the introduction of a Hardware-as-a-Service option for its Transportation fleet mobility solutions. This new service consists of four bundles, enabling fleets to purchase Trimble hardware and software solutions and upgrade without upfront capital investment. Each of these bundles is designed to help fleets predictably manage technology expenses while gaining access to the latest innovations from Trimble, including 4G LTE connectivity and a streamlined, Android-powered user experience. [See Trimble news release] -- Posted Monday, June 22, 2020 by chb

RuggON launches CHASER rugged monitor for in-vehicle applications
With billions of smartphones used daily on the job, RuggON introduced the 11.6-inch CHASER touch monitor to provide an office-like experience like that afforded by Samsung DeX. CHASER offers rich connectivity, effortless switching between ports, a very bright 1000 nits display, powerful speakers, and easy vehicle mounting. Aimed at public safety vehicles, CHASER complements smartphone power and versatility with desktop ports and a much larger display. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Thursday, June 11, 2020 by chb

Juniper Systems: Best practices for better GPS accuracy in the field
Juniper Systems' John Florio explains how getting the best possible GPS accuracy is key to successful field work. The time spent getting your GPS receiver set up to capture the best possible data is just as important as the time spent collecting data. Florio uses Juniper's Geode sub-meter HPS receiver to discuss the steps involved to improve the accuracy of GPS data collection can be achieved in just a few simple steps. [See Best practices for better GPS accuracy in the field] -- Posted Thursday, June 4, 2020 by chb