August 2023
RuggON SOL PA501 rugged tablet now features Android 12 OS and GMS certification
RuggON, an international maker of ruggedized mobile solutions, announced today that its 10" SOL PA501 Rugged Tablet is now available with Android 12 and GMS certified. Android 12 features a reimagined UI, new privacy features designed for user safety, and more seamless ways to immediately get down to business, whatever the environment a user has to work in. Its GMS certification is Google's stamp of approval that the unit meets all the specifications and requirements Google recommends. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Friday, August 25, 2023
Solid State showcases Winmate defense solutions at DSEI EXPO 2023
Solid State, an international provider of electronic components and solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in the UK DSEI EXPO 2023, where it will showcase at booth H2-417 the latest technological breakthroughs with Winmate's rugged tablet and panel PCs, specifically designed for defense applications. At the show, Solid State will present Winmate's rugged tablet and panel PC, which are engineered to withstand harsh environments and challenging operational conditions. These devices are built to MIL-STD-810G and IP65 standards, ensuring durability and protection against dust, water, and shock. The rugged tablet features a sunlight-readable display and advanced touch technology, enabling seamless operation even in direct sunlight or gloved hands. -- Posted Thursday, August 24, 2023
Cincoze embedded industrial computers: powering smart logistics
Cincoze has gained popularity in recent years through its Diamond rugged computing product product line which has become a preferred choice in the smart logistics industry, achieving impressive project outcomes in both European and American markets. The high-performance and power-saving DI-1100 series, along with the high-performance and basic DV-1000 series embedded computers, have emerged as favored options. [See Cincoze media release] -- Posted Thursday, August 24, 2023
Rugged Tablet leader MobileDemand announces strategic partnership with wearable scanning innovator ProGlove
MobileDemand, provider of rugged tablets, cases and mobile all-in-one computing solutions for enterprise productivity, today announced a new partnership with ProGlove, a leading global innovator in wearable scanning solutions. This strategic collaboration merges ProGlove's cutting-edge wearable scanners with MobileDemand's robust line of rugged tablets, propelling frontline worker productivity and efficiency across warehouse operations and beyond. [See MobileDemand media release] -- Posted Thursday, August 24, 2023
Janam's intelligent SIM Card solution delivers best-in-class cellular connectivity
Janam Technologies (part of HID), a leading provider of rugged mobile computers and contactless access solutions, today introduced JanamConnect, a multi-carrier, intelligent SIM card solution for its cellular-capable rugged mobile computers. JanamConnect provides seamless access to the world's best-performing cellular networks, regardless of location, to enterprise customers in retail, healthcare, warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, government, public safety, sports and live entertainment markets.[See Janam media release] -- Posted Thursday, August 10, 2023
Handheld Group's Algiz 10XR rugged tablet now certified on Verizon 5G networks
Handheld Group),a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, is announcing that its Algiz 10XR rugged Windows tablet has been officially certified to operate on the Verizon 5G wireless networks. This certification marks a significant milestone for the Algiz 10XR, as it enables seamless connectivity and enhanced communication capabilities for users across the United States. [See Handheld Group media release] -- Posted Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Avalue launches EMX-RPLP Mini-ITX wide temperature motherboard, ensuring stable operation for extreme environments
Avalue Technology Inc., a globally recognized provider of industrial PC solutions and a Titanium member of the Intel® Internet of Things Solutions Alliance, has introduced the EMX-RPLP Mini ITX motherboard. This motherboard is designed to provide full support for Intel® 13th generation Raptor Lake-P platform, encompassing Core™ SoC i7/i5/i3/Celeron series processors. [See Avalue media release -- Posted Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Juniper Systems Mesa Pro is the world's first IP68-rated rugged tablet with active cooling
Juniper Systems is excited to announce that the all-new Mesa® Pro Rugged Tablet is now available featuring an IP68 rating for ingress protection. The Mesa Pro is the first IP68-rated rugged tablet that uses an active cooling fan to cool the system's processor. Featuring 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors, a Microsoft® Windows 11 operating system, device customization options, a large sunlight-readable display, a Juniper Rugged™ design, and now an IP68 rating, the Mesa Pro is the most robust rugged tablet on the market. [See Juniper media release] -- Posted Monday, August 7, 2023
Wavestore and Datalogic join forces to redefine security with cutting-edge scanning integration
Wavestore Global Ltd, a leading provider of innovative security solutions, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Datalogic, a renowned provider of automatic data capture and industrial automation solutions. This collaboration brings together the expertise of both companies to deliver an unparalleled integrated security solution for customers. [See Wavestore media release] -- Posted Monday, August 7, 2023
FULL REVIEW: Getac B360 fully-rugged laptop
With the next generation of their B360, Getac leapfrogs its primary competition. The B360 is a fully-rugged computer for the field that isn't bulky and doesn't weigh a lot (still only a little over five pounds), offers excellent performance thanks to using state-of-the-art technology (Intel 12th gen P-Series Core processors), and sports the kind of full, uncompromising ruggedness needed on so many jobs. It's a platform hard to beat. [See full review of the Getac B360 fully-rugged laptop] -- Posted Thursday, August 3, 2023
MobileDemand: Ultimate Guide to Mounting Rugged Tablets
With nearly a decade at MobileDemand under her belt, Amy Garman -- head of International Sales for MobileDemand -- has developed a sequence of questions that she asks all of her customers seeking a mounted tablet solution. These questions create a productive dialog that ensures that their expectations for a mounted rugged tablet solution are met. [See Ultimate Guide to Mounting Rugged Tablets: Tablet Selection] -- Posted Thursday, August 3, 2023
Trimble reports Q2 2023 financial results
Trimble reported sales of US$993.6 million for Q2, 2023, up from US$941.2 million a year ago. GAAP operating income for Q2 2023 was US$93.6 million, down from US$134.9 million for Q2 2022. "Record annualized recurring revenue of $1.88 billion and gross margin of 64.2 percent in the second quarter demonstrates execution of our Connect and Scale strategy," said Rob Painter, Trimble's president and chief executive officer. "Our second quarter results demonstrate how Trimble technology enhances productivity and sustainability outcomes for our customers" [See Trimble press release] -- Posted Thursday, August 3, 2023
Motorola Solutions reports Q2 2023 financial results
Motorola Solutions reported sales of US$2.403 billion for Q2, 2023, up 12% from US$2.140 billion a year ago. GAAP operating earnings for Q2 2023 was US$518 million, up 45% from US$358 million for Q2 2022. For Q3 2023, Motorola Solutions expects revenue growth of approximately 6% compared with the third quarter of 2022. "Q2 was another exceptional quarter across the board, highlighted by double-digit revenue and operating earnings growth in both segments," said Greg Brown, chairman and CEO, Motorola Solutions. "The continued strong demand we’re seeing in all technologies and regions resulted in record second-quarter orders and record ending backlog. Our momentum entering the second half is strong and we’re again raising our revenue and earnings guidance for the full year.” [See Motorola Solutions press release] -- Posted Thursday, August 3, 2023
Cooling Methods of Rugged Mobile Devices -- A Look at the Pros and Cons of Active and Passive Cooling
Modern high-performance mobile computers rely on complex thermal management systems in order to provide both optimal performance as well as optimal reliability and longevity even when used in extreme environmental conditions. In a contributed article, Sasha Wang, president of Durabook Americas, discusses the various cooling methods and presents the pros and cons of active and passive cooling. Read Cooling Methods of Rugged Mobile Devices -- A Look at the Pros and Cons of Active and Passive Cooling] -- Posted Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Winmate: Staying connected on the road with vehicle HMI
Winmate Inc. has been manufacturing and developing the advanced G-WIN VM in-vehicle HMI series for nearly 30 years. The G-WIN is featured and described in Winmate's latest newsletter. Coming in aluminum alloy panel sizes from 8.4 to 15 inches, the series is designed to meet the requirements of harsh environments applications, such as logistics, transportation, fleet management, agriculture, heavy vehicles, etc. [See G-WIN VM series newsletter and check out Winmate's VR Expo] -- Posted Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Why you need a high brightness screen
The latest installment in Estone Technology's highly informative Tech Blog discusses the need for high brightness displays for tablets of Panel PCs. The post discusses luminance that's measured in nits, looks into high brightness in clinical settings, as well as screen brightness customization and custom designs, something that Estone as an ODM/OEM is well-equipped to handle. [See Why Would You Need High Brightness Screen for Your Tablet or Panel PC? -- Posted Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Honeywell reports Q2 2023 financial results
Honeywell reported Q2 2023 sales of US$9.146 billion, up 2% from US$8.953 billion Q2 2022. The Safety and Productivity Solutions segment (Honeywell AIDC) had Q2 2023 sales of US$1.433 billion, down 22% from US$1.829 billion Q2 2022, led by lower volumes in productivity solutions and services and warehouse and workflow solutions. Q2 2023 Safety and Productivity Solutions segment profit was US$239 million versus US$231 million Q3 2022 as strength in advanced sensing technologies and productivity solutions and services was offset by lower personal protective equipment and warehouse automation volumes. [See Honeywell Q2 2023 financials] -- Posted Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Zebra reports Q2 2023 financial results
Zebra Technologies reported sales of US$1,214 million for Q2, 2023, down from US$1,468 million a year ago. Operating income for Q2 2023 was US$170 million, down from US$243 million for Q2 2022. "Our second quarter results were impacted by softening demand and more cautious customer spending, particularly in our retail and logistics end markets, and by distributor destocking. Profit margin was higher than expected, enabling us to achieve our EPS outlook for the quarter,” said Bill Burns, Chief Executive Officer of Zebra Technologies. For full 2023, the Company expects net sales to decrease between 20% and 23% compared to 2022. [See Zebra Q2 2023 financials] -- Posted Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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