June 2023
Zebra Technologies launches TC22/TC27 mobile computer for enterprise-grade manageability and productivity
Zebra Technologies Corporation, a leading digital solution provider enabling businesses to intelligently connect data, assets, and people, today announced the launch of the TC22/TC27 — a valuable mobile computer for organizations that were previously constrained to use consumer or lower quality devices lacking the features they need to maximize efficiency and productivity. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Rugged Computing Industry Leaders Interviews: Mike McMahon, President of Getac USA
Periodically, we ask industry leaders in the rugged computing and communications market questions about their products, their views, and their opinions on trends, emerging technologies and a variety of other issues. In this installment we're talking with Mike McMahon, President of Getac USA about where Getac stands in the emerging post-pandemic landscape, as well as his views on current issues and directions in the rugged computing industry. [See interview with Mike McMahon, President of Getac USA] -- Posted Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Foxconn launches new business group in China to focus on AI, EVs and robots
According to DigiTimes, Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) has launched a new business group in Zhengzhou, China, where one of its main iPhone assembly plants is located. The new group will focus on artificial intelligence (AI), electric vehicle (EV) battery replacement, energy storage, intelligent robotics, and other business-critical areas. -- Posted Monday, June 26, 2023
Zebra Technologies' latest Android rugged tablets, the ET6x Series, extend versatility, efficiency
Zebra Technologies Corporation , a leading digital solution provider enabling businesses to intelligently connect data, assets, and people, today announced the launch of the ET6x series of rugged Android tablets. Designed to help front-line workers in warehouses, manufacturing plants, ports, yards, field service and emergency medical environments be more productive and efficient, the ET6x series debuts the industry's only heated touch screen and vehicle dock for forklifts and other material handling vehicles. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 20, 2023
VIA extends support for the VIA WorkX Connect Cloud Management Service
In a significant boost to the digital transformation of warehouse operations, VIA Technologies, Inc. announced the integration of the VIA WorkX Connect Cloud Management Service with the VIA Mobile360 FSS (Forklift Safety System) 3PD Package. It enables the delivery of real-time safety alerts, video feeds, and detailed vehicle usage and operator behavior data captured by forklifts equipped with the VIA Mobile360 FSS directly to the VIA WorkX Connect Cloud. [See VIA media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 20, 2023
FULL REVIEW: Getac X600 rugged workstation
With the X600, Getac has created a machine for when you can't compromise and really need desktop power out there in the field. With its super-bright 1200 nits 15.6-inch screen, the fully rugged X600 is larger and with its Intel H-Series processors much more powerful than any standard rugged laptop. As of June 2023, the X600 is, in fact, the fastest rugged mobile system we have ever tested. Add to that up to 3TB of storage, a large complement of onboard I/O, superb security, 150 watt-hour battery capacity, optional NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 discrete graphics and numerous customization options, and the X600 is in a class of its own. [See full review of the Getac X600] -- Posted Monday, June 19, 2023
Handheld case study: Fulfilling the need for speed and ruggedness
In a new case study, the Handheld Group describes how a technology-savvy driver is using the Handheld Nautiz X6 rugged computer to improve race car performance. The challenge was to find a device that can cost-effectively gather data in a demanding racecar environment and be easily moved between vehicles. Peter Palotas, a licensed autocross and rallycross driver, paired the Nautiz X6 Android handheld with TrackAddict race software that uses the handheld’s internal sensor data and camera for precise lap-time calculations. [See Fulfilling the need for speed and ruggedness] -- Posted Monday, June 19, 2023
Panasonic: Streamline device deployment
In its latest Connect newsletter, Panasonic highlights the importance of streamlined device deployment, ensuring that mobile devices for firefighters and EMS technicians are operating properly in the field starts with seamless, rapid-access deployment from the IT office. One size, of course, does not fit all, and the newsletter explains the fulfillment, installation, troubleshooting, monitoring and repair processes. [See Streamline device deployment] -- Posted Monday, June 19, 2023
DT Research: Enhancing construction productivity with convertible laptops
In a recent post in its blog, DT Research highlighted how convertible laptops can enhance productivity in the construction industry. Powerful computing devices that can seamlessly transition between laptop and tablet offer advantages in flexibility, mobility, collaboration, streamlining workflows and more — all helping the construction industry by addressing the challenges faced by managers and team members in the field. [See Enhancing construction productivity with convertible laptops] -- Posted Sunday, June 18, 2023
MobileDemand rugged xCase extends Microsoft Surface Go functionality with integrated payment device and NFC reader for identification
MobileDemand, MobileDemand, provider of rugged tablets, cases, and mobile all-in-one computing solutions for enterprise productivity, today announced they are adding additional integrated productivity enhancements to its rugged xCase for Microsoft Surface® Go> tablets. The release includes an integrated MagTek® tDynamo (Gen II) payment device and integrated rf IDEAS® WAVE ID® Near Field Communication (NFC) reader. Both versions are available with an integrated, high-performance Honeywell® barcode scanner. [See MobileDemand media release] -- Posted Saturday, June 17, 2023
PFU America, Inc. launches RICOH Portable Monitor Series for the future of work on the go
PFU America, Inc, the US-based subsidiary of PFU Limited and a leader in digital transformation solutions, today announced the launch of the RICOH Portable Monitor Series. Designed as an easily accessible, portable extra screen for enhanced creative collaboration, the new RICOH monitors feature vivid picture quality, a touch screen for drawing and writing, and the option of wired or wireless connectivity. [See PFU America media release] -- Posted Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Teguar introduces durable, reliable medical tablet
Teguar launched the lightweight 10-inch TMT-Q7C80-10S Windows 11 medical tablet designed for healthcare professionals. Weighing just 1.5 lbs, the versatile 60601-certified high-resolution tablet can be equipped with a barcode scanner, runs a full shift on a charge, and easily integrates as part of a complete medical system. [See Introducing the Teguar TMT-Q7C80-10S] -- Posted Tuesday, June 13, 2023
VIA introduces RAM Mounts kit for VIA Mobile360 Forklift Safety System
VIA Technologies, Inc. announced a new RAM® Mounts Kit for the VIA Mobile360 FSS (Forklift Safety System) to enhance stability and performance when the system is in operation by reducing shock and vibration. The kit includes five RAM® Mounts for the system, display, and three cameras, and is available for all VIA Mobile360 FSS 2PD and 3PD Packages. Additional VESA plates are also required. [See VIA Technologies media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 13, 2023
MilDef and Handheld combine US operations under the leadership of Handheld CEO Jim Rimay
Handheld Group reported that MilDef now accelerates US ambitions by consolidating MilDef Inc and recently acquired Handheld's US operations, under one strong and focused unit. By doing so, MilDef's total US footprint is doubled, and the product offering is substantially widened for increased reach into the military, government as well as the critical infrastructure domains. Jim Rimay, today CEO of Handheld US Inc, will take on the leadership of all MilDef's activities in the US, starting in July 2023. [See Handheld media release] -- Posted Monday, June 12, 2023
Winmate IoT solutions at Vietnam Industrial and Manufacturing Fair VIMF 2023
Winmate Inc., a rugged computing and edge computing solutions provider, will showcase its latest industrial tablet, Panel PC, and edge computer technology innovations at the Vietnam Industrial and Manufacturing Fair VIMF 2023 booth #153, World Trade Center Binh Duong New City, Binh Duong, Vietnam on 21 to 23 June 2023. Explore how Winmate's rugged and edge computing solutions fit your industrial manufacturing needs and discover our moves toward industrial IoT, sustainability, and successful applications. [See details] -- Posted Thursday, June 8, 2023
Utah cuts misrouted 9-1-1 calls in half with Motorola Solutions' next generation 9-1-1 technology
Motorola Solutions, announced that its National Emergency Number Association (NENA) i3-compliant 9-1-1 Next Generation Core Services (NGCS) call routing technology has reduced misrouted 9-1-1 calls for public safety answering points (PSAPs) across the state of Utah by 50% year-over-year through March. Motorola Solutions will showcase its next generation 9-1-1 call routing and command center solutions at this month's NENA 2023 conference. [See Motorola Solutions media release] -- Posted Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Corrections Technology Association (CTA) Annual Technology Summit
If you are a corrections professional looking for the latest technology solutions to improve your operations, don't miss the Corrections Technology Association (CTA) Annual Technology Summit, June 18-21 in Ft. Myers, Florida. This event will bring together experts and peers from various corrections agencies to share best practices, insights, and innovations in corrections technology. Teguar will be there and showcase their wide range of solutions that are tailored to meet the unique demands of this industry. [See Teguar news] -- Posted Monday, June 5, 2023
Avalue introduces EMX-R680P Mini-ITX for AI apps
Avalue Technology unveiled the EMX-R680P Mini-ITX motherboard for Intel 12th/13th Gen Core, Pentium and Celeron processors and LGA 1700 CPUs up to 125W. With the rapid development of AI technology, the speed and smoothness of transmitting data from end devices to cloud data centers have become crucial. The EMX-R680P is designed for device expansion and high-speed data transmission, offering a wide range of CPU options and flexible expansion I/O interfaces for efficient support of AI applications and the manufacturing industry. [See EMX-R680P product page] -- Posted Thursday, June 1, 2023
What happened in rugged computing 10 years ago: June 2013
In June 2013, Xplore Technologies reported its first ever profitable full year. DAP Technologies completed its global operations expansion. The JTG Daugherty NASCAR racing team chose Dell's rugged Latitude ATG and XFR laptops. A Getac B300 rugged laptop was used on an Atlantic solo row. Microsoft announces availability of Windows Embedded Compact 2013. Motorola Solutions introduced the MC9200 rugged handheld. TabletKiosk's Sahara Slate PC i500 enterprise tablets got a major tech upgrade. We reviewed the Advantech ARK-2150L Box PC with 3rd gen Intel Core processors, and also their tiny ARK-1122. Intermec said mobile technology could cut pickup and delivery times by a third. [See full June 2013 archive] -- Posted Thursday, June 1, 2023
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