August 2025
REVIEW: Juniper System's Allegro Wireless Keyboard
Juniper System's Allegro product line has a deep history within data-intensive industries: flashlight-style rugged handhelds with comprehensive and fully integrated button keyboards. The latest Allegro is different. It's now the Allegro Wireless Keyboard that you can snap Juniper's Archer 4 rugged handheld into, or also iOS, Android, and Windows devices! So this Allegro will never get obsolete. [See review of the Juniper Allegro Wireless Keyboard] -- Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2025
REVIEW: Juniper System's Allegro Wireless Keyboard
Juniper System's Allegro product line has a deep history within data-intensive industries: flashlight-style rugged handhelds with comprehensive and fully integrated button keyboards. The latest Allegro is different. It's now the Allegro Wireless Keyboard that you can snap Juniper's Archer 4 rugged handheld into, or also iOS, Android, and Windows devices! So this Allegro will never get obsolete. [See review of the Juniper Allegro Wireless Keyboard] -- Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2025
JLT Mobile Computers and Linnaeus University join forces to advance AI Safety in Vehicle-Mounted Computing
JLT Mobile Computers, a leading developer of rugged computing solutions for demanding environments, has partnered on a project with Linnaeus University in Sweden to develop Screen Blanking, an innovative AI-driven safety application that reduces driver distraction and helps companies comply with evolving global regulations. Using built-in motion sensors from JLT's JLT6012 computers, the team collected real-world movement data, simulated in part using a modified shopping cart. [See JLT Mobile media release} -- Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Winmate: Enabling mission flexibility with handheld and portable Rugged Robotic Controllers
How do you maintain full control of unmanned systems in the most unpredictable environments? As defense missions evolve to rely more heavily on unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), drones, and autonomous platforms, one challenge remains constant: the need for a rugged, reliable, and mission-ready control interface. Harsh terrain, communication disruption, and rapid deployment requirements leave no room for error. Designed for all around performance, Winmate’s robotic controller lineup empowers operators with the tools they need to manage unmanned ground and aerial systems with speed, precision, and confidence. [See Enabling mission flexibility with handheld and portable Rugged Robotic Controllers] -- Posted Thursday, August 21, 2025
Janam expands XT4 capabilities with face biometrics
Janam Technologies, a leading provider of rugged mobile computers and contactless access solutions, today announced that its new XT4 rugged mobile computer and GTX mobile entry pedestal now support Wicket's facial authentication platform. With this integration, Janam adds advanced biometric identity verification to its flagship access control solutions, enabling frictionless, secure and privacy-forward entry for ticketed events, VIP area, staff access points and more. [See Janam media release] -- Posted Monday, August 18, 2025
RuggON showcases AI-powered rugged solutions to boost efficiency, safety, and connectivity in logistics at TILOG LOGISTIX 2025
RuggON, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology and a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, will showcase its latest logistics-focused innovations at TILOG LOGISTIX 2025 (Booth No. A29). Designed to address the toughest operational challenges in today's supply chain, RuggON's solutions empower warehouse, fleet, and field operators to achieve higher efficiency, safety and always-on connectivity. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Monday, August 18, 2025
FULL REVIEW: Zebra's ET60/ET65 rugged enterprise tablets
Building on the legacy of the L10 tablets that came to Zebra via its acquisition of Xplore Technologies, the ET6 series represents Zebra Technologies' current offering in the market of rugged 10-inch enterprise tablets. The ET6 Series tablets, which come in both a Windows and an Android version, are high-performance tools for the job in a wide variety of demanding applications. RuggedPCReview performed a detailed analysis and comprehensive benchmarking of both versions. [See full review of the Zebra ET65 (Android) and ET65W (Windows)] -- Posted Monday, August 18, 2025
Learning from the past, looking into the future
Back in December 2001, RuggedPCReview editor-in-chief Conrad Blickenstorfer, then heading Pen Computing Magazine, delivered a keynote presentation at the Taipei International Convention Center. The topic was "The Past and Future of Pen Computing, and Blickenstorfer, in 77 slides, examined the past of mobile computing, the status at 2001, and what the future might hold for handhelds and tablets. [View the 2001 presentation on the past and future of mobile computing (PDF)] -- Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Teguar: industrial panels don't have to be slow.
Panel PCs are often based on older tech, missing out on contemporary features and performance. It doesn't have to be so. Teguar's new Pinnacle series of state-of-the-art panel computers can be had with AI-ready Intel "Meteor Lake" 14th generation processors and even an optional Hailo AI accelerator module! [View YouTube product presentation of the Pinnacle Panel PC, and check out the Pinnacle product page] -- Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Winmate's new NVIS Display Series for defense and night vision applications
As mission-critical operations increasingly rely on advanced visualization and situational awareness, display technology must adapt to extreme conditions, day or night. Whether in military ground vehicles, aerospace systems, or tactical command centers, the need for Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) compatible displays has never been greater. These displays reduce light interference with NVGs while ensuring clear, real-time visibility under low-light conditions. That's why Winmate has introduced its latest NVIS Display Series, designed to meet the rugged demands of modern defense environments and industrial sectors operating around the clock. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, August 7, 2025
Zebra Technologies to acquire Elo to accelerate connected frontline experiences
Zebra Technologies, (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Elo Touch Solutions, Inc., an innovator of solutions that engage customers, enhance self-service, and accelerate automation across retail, hospitality, quick service restaurants (QSR), healthcare, and industrial markets for $1.3 billion in cash. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Trimble reports Q2 2025 financial results
Trimble reported sales of US$875.7 million for Q2, 2025, slightly up from US$870.8 million a year ago. GAAP operating income for Q2 2025 was US$127.8 million, more than double than the US$61.6 million for Q2 2024. "In the second quarter, the Trimble team delivered record annualized recurring revenue of $2.21 billion and surpassed expectations on both the top and bottom lines," said Rob Painter, Trimble's president and chief executive officer. "We are raising our full year 2025 guidance, reflecting our first half's performance and underlying business momentum." [See Trimble press release] -- Posted Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Zebra reports Q2 2025 financial results
Zebra Technologies reported sales of US$1,293 million for Q2, 2025, up 6.2% from US$1,217 million a year ago. Operating income for Q2 2025 was US$186 million, up from US$165 million for Q2 2024. “Solid demand, excellent execution by our team and lower-than-expected tariffs enabled us to deliver second quarter results that exceeded our expectations,. We are raising both our sales and profitability outlook for the full year, given our solid first half results and expectation for second half growth," said Bill Burns, Chief Executive Officer of Zebra Technologies. The Company is raising its full year 2025 sales growth to between 5% and 7% compared to the prior year. [See Zebra Q2 2025 financials] -- Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Havis introduces DC power supplies for Panasonic TOUGHBOOK devices
Havis, a leading global provider of rugged mobility and mounting solutions, proudly announces the release of its latest line of DC Power Supplies, purpose-built to support Panasonic TOUGHBOOK devices in demanding mobile environments. Engineered to convert vehicle power into stable energy, Havis' DC Power Supplies ensure consistent performance and safe charging for Panasonic laptops and tablets used in patrol vehicles and utility fleets. [See Havis media release] -- Posted Monday, August 4, 2025
Havis introduces DC power supplies purpose-built for Dell devices in mobile workspaces
Havis, a leading global provider of rugged mobility and mounting solutions, announces the launch of its latest rugged DC Power Supply, engineered for Dell mobile computing devices in demanding vehicle environments. Designed to convert vehicle power into safe, stable energy, Havis' DC Power Supplies ensure uninterrupted performance and secure charging for docked Dell laptops & tablets. Whether for public safety or critical infrastructure industries, this purpose-built power solution supports the demands of mobile professionals who rely on consistent uptime. [See Havis media release] -- Posted Friday, August 1, 2025
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