Customers in industries such as public safety, field service, industrial automation or defense require , rugged durable and high-performing mobile computing solutions, but find that the cost of such equipment is often a budget barrier. That's where the Winmate D140 Rugged Tablet series stands out. The line represents the most cost-effective option among their large-size rugged tablets, with the D140 offering an ideal balance of performance, durability and affordability. This makes Winmate D140 products perfect for technicians, field workers, and industrial professionals who need reliable computing in their daily workflow. [See Winmate media release]

FULL REVIEW: Getac ZX10 -- Tough Android tablet for any job
With its ease of use and massive number of apps for anything and everything, Android is coming on stronger and stronger in numerous markets and industries where ruggedness and complete reliability matter. That's where Getac's second generation ZX10 rugged 10-inch Android tablet comes in. It's considerably more powerful (and at 1.7 pounds even lighter) than the original version, without giving up any battery life. And its processor is plenty capable in handling all those emerging AI apps and utilities. Read RuggedPCReview's comprehensive review of the Getac ZX10. [Read the full review of the Getac ZX10] -- Posted Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Zebra Technologies unveils solutions advancing intelligent automation at ProMat 2025
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced new solutions to advance automation and visibility across manufacturing, warehousing, and supply chain operations. Zebra's portfolio of new and current solutions is showcased in Booth #S637 at ProMat 2025 on March 17-20 at Chicago's McCormick Place. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Monday, March 17, 2025

Ubiqconn Technology announces strategic acquisition of E3 Displays to strengthen North American presence and expand display solutions portfolio
Ubiqconn Technology, a global leader in rugged mobile computing solutions, today announced the acquisition of E3 Displays, a premier provider of high-performance display solutions based in Phoenix, Arizona. This strategic acquisition strengthens Ubiqconn's footprint in North America and enhances its capabilities in advanced optical bonding and display technology, positioning the combined companies for growth in key industries, including defense, medical, industrial, and transportation. [See Ubiqconn media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Pushing limits: RuggON and HRT gear up for a stronger 2025
RuggON Corporation, a global leader in rugged mobile computing solutions, is proud to continue its partnership with the Haupt Racing Team (HRT) for the 2025 racing season. Building on last year's successful collaboration, RuggON will once again equip the German GT team with its high-performance rugged tablets, ensuring seamless operations in the most demanding racing environments. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Pacific Defense launches MCS2090VP multi-waveform command and control mission system
Pacific Defense, a leader in Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions, announces the MCS2090VP, a 3U OpenVPX™ multi-waveform command and control (C2) multi-mission, multi-domain system aligned with the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA™) Technical Standard. The MCS2090VP is a part of Pacific Defense's Networked and Encrypted Resilient Versatile Engine (NERVE) family of systems that provides scalable communication and computation to support multi-echelon, radio cross-banding, and simultaneous voice and data communications. [See Pacific Defense media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Xona Space Systems announces collaboration with Trimble to deliver next-gen navigation services
Xona Space Systems (Xona), a leading pioneer of advanced commercial satellite navigation solutions announces a new collaboration with Trimble® (Nasdaq: TRMB), a global leader in construction, transportation and geospatial technology. Xona and Trimble are pursuing the integration of Trimble correction services with Xona's PULSAR™ high-performance navigation service. Initial satellite launches are expected in late 2026 with service starting in 2027 through the PULSAR satellite network, enabling secure, high-precision positioning for applications ranging from geospatial to low-power mass mobile and IoT. [See Xona media release -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Havis to unveil new rugged forklift pole mount at ProMat 2025
Havis, a leader in rugged mounting and docking solutions, is unveiling the new Rugged Pole Mount, its latest innovation designed for forklift applications, at ProMat 2025. Built for durability and efficiency, the Rugged Pole Mount provides material handling professionals with a secure and accessible way to mount tablets within the forklift cab. Engineered to meet the demanding needs of public safety professionals and warehouse operators, the DS-ZEB-700 Series combines unparalleled durability with advanced features that enhance productivity, safety, and mobility. [See Havis media release] -- Posted Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Getac's releases next generation B360 and B360 Pro
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, announced the launch of its next generation B360 and B360 Pro fully rugged laptops, offering professionals across industries including public safety, utilities and defense two powerful, yet versatile solutions to overcome the daily challenges they face. The new B360 and B360 Pro combine fully rugged build quality with a host of innovative new technology upgrades. This includes the latest Intel® CoreTM Ultra Series 2 processors and Intel® AI Boost technology, which enables users to leverage on-device Edge AI to quickly and seamlessly execute tasks.[See Getac media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Transforming industries with rugged AI and SATCOM solutions — Join RuggON at Embedded World 2025
RuggON Corporation, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology and a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, is excited to announce its participation in Embedded World 2025, the leading exhibition and conference for embedded technologies, taking place from March 11 to 13, 2025, at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg, Germany. Visitors are invited to explore RuggON's innovative rugged tablets and vehicle-mounted computing solutions at Booth 331 — Hall 2. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 5, 2025

MediaTek expands Cloud-to-Edge leadership with next-gen connectivity and AI at MWC 2025
At Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, MediaTek is showcasing several key technologies that enable wireless evolution towards 6G, including hybrid computing, a live LEO broadband NR-NTN trial, sub-band full duplex (SBFD), along with the new M90 5G Advanced modem. In addition, the company is also sharing its latest developments in Dimensity Auto and Dimensity Smartphone SoCs. The newest MediaTek-powered devices from some of the world's leading brands will be on display at their booth in Hall 3. [See MediaTek press release] -- Posted Monday, March 3, 2025

Zebra Technologies completes acquisition of Photoneo
Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Photoneo, a leading developer and manufacturer of 3D machine vision solutions. This acquisition expands Zebra’s high value 3D machine vision use cases for customers in automotive manufacturing, logistics and other key industries. -- Posted Monday, March 3, 2025

HONOR unveils new corporate strategy to transition to an AI device ecosystem company
Global technology brand HONOR today announced the HONOR ALPHA PLAN, a new corporate strategy to transform HONOR from a smartphone maker to a global leading AI device ecosystem company. The visionary three-step plan details the bold steps HONOR will take to usher in the new intelligent world, and calls on the industry to co-create an open, value-sharing ecosystem that maximizes human potential, ultimately benefiting all mankind. [See Honor media release] -- Posted Monday, March 3, 2025

Ulefone unveils Armor 28 Ultra Series with Dimensity 9300+, pioneering AI thermal imaging
Ulefone celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of the Armor 28 Ultra series, a lineup of rugged smartphones designed to deliver unparalleled performance and innovation. The series includes the standard Armor 28 Ultra and the exclusive Armor 28 Ultra Thermal Version, which introduces next-generation AI-powered thermal imaging capabilities. Both models are based on the powerful Dimensity 9300+ chipset, feature AMOLED dual-screen technology, a Sony IMX989 1-inch main camera, 1TB storage, and Wi-Fi 7 support. With an Antutu score exceeding 2.3 million, these devices set a new benchmark for rugged smartphones. Sadly, Ulefone marketing rejected our request for a review unit. [See Ulefone media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Teguar launches high-tech rugged healthcare tablets
Teguar alerted to its new PRISM healthcare tablets. Available with either 10-inch or 13-inch full-HD displays and powered by Intel 13th generation Core processors, the elegant yet rugged tablets with their antimicrobial, water-resistant enclosures are specifically designed for healthcare settings. [See Teguar PRISM healthcare tablets] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Juniper Systems releases its latest Geode GNSS Receive
Juniper Systems has introduced the latest Geode GNSS Receiver: the Geode GNS3H with Galileo High Accuracy Service (HAS). The Galileo High Accuracy Service was rolled out in January 2023 and is in Initial Service mode, meaning that accuracy is still being improved. Once Galileo HAS reaches Final Phase of operations, users can expect better than 20cm performance in under 5 minutes convergence time. HAS also provides positioning accuracy at the decimeter to centimeter level, benefiting all GNSS needs in agriculture, surveying, forestry, archaeology, infrastructure monitoring, and many other use cases. With Galileo HAS, Sub-meter becomes Sub-foot as the new standard for free and open global decimeter-level positioning. [See the specsheet of the Juniper Systems Geode] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Compact 1U Rackmount Solution for AI Acceleration, Network Security, Image Analytics
NEXCOM announced the FTA 5190 AI-Powered Edge Server, powered by the Intel Xeon 6 SoC. The FTA 5190 meets the growing demand for seamless data processing, enabling efficient collaboration, big data handling, and application-centric deployments. Compact design lets the FTA 5190 fit easily into existing infrastructure, potentially replacing costly legacy systems and reducing space, energy and maintenance budgets. This new edge server achieves this by leveraging fast, powerful and efficient SoC, networking and storage capabilities — all built into a remarkably compact 1U form factor and optimized for best performance per watt. [See Nexcom media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

DT Research extends comprehensive medical computing line with DT514 All-in-One computers
DT Research, a leading designer and manufacturer of purpose-built computing solutions for vertical markets, today introduced the DT514 series of All-in-One (AIO) medical computers specifically engineered to meet the demanding needs of in-room patient care. These Windows 11 IoT Enterprise and LTSC, Ubuntu, or IGEL OS models support strict healthcare compliance standards, such as HIPAA compliance, by providing robust security features and encryption for patient data protection in hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, care homes, and hospice care facilities. [See DT Research media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Darveen at Embedded World 2025: Showcasing Industry-Focused Rugged Computing Solutions
Darveen, a global provider specializing in rugged industrial computer solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in Embedded World 2025, one of the largest global platforms for the embedded community. The event will take place in Nuremberg, Germany, from March 11 to 13, 2025. Visit Darveen at Hall 3, Booth 3-230 to explore our latest rugged computing solutions designed for a wide range of vertical industries, including in-vehicle environments, marine applications, industrial edge computing, and mobile workforce operations. [See Darveen media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Kyocera, Ataya, and Ecrio collaborate on end-to-end private 5G network solution for critical communications
Kyocera, Ataya and Ecrio have joined forces to create a rugged, end-to-end Private 5G Network solution specifically for critical communications in the field, the companies announced. This technology collaboration includes the ultra-rugged Kyocera DuraForce PRO 3 Android smartphone, which provides Private 5G Network Standalone (P5G SA) support with Ecrio critical communications server software for MCPTT1, VoNR2, and VoIP3 on the Ataya Private 5G Network. The out-of-the-box, compact, feature-rich communications solution, fully tested and verified, is designed for Edge AI deployments in enterprise, Industry 4.0, homeland security and the public sector including police, fire and other first responders. [See Kyocera media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Hytera to debut rugged 5G MCX device at MWC25
Hytera Communications (SZSE: 002583), a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions, is set to release its latest innovation, the PNC660 5G mission-critical ruggedized smart device, at MWC25 in Barcelona on March 3-6, 2025. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of public safety and industrial users, the PNC660 integrates mission-critical communication capabilities with advanced multi-layered security features, ensuring low-latency, real-time communication to enhance situational awareness and decision-making in critical operations. [See Hytera media release] -- Posted Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Trimble announces Q4 and full-year 2024 financials
Trimble announced revenue of $983.4 million in Q4 2024 compared to $932.4 million in Q4 2023. Net income for Q4 2024 was $90.2 million, compared to $63.0 million for Q4 2023. Full year 2024 sales were $3.683 billion compared to $3.798 billion in 2023. Net income for 2024 was $1.504 billion, compared with a net income of $311.3 million in 2023. For the full year 2025, Trimble expects to report revenue between between $3.37 and $3.47 billion. "Fiscal 2024 was a transformative year for Trimble. We simplified and focused the Company through portfolio moves and re-segmentation. We also delivered for our customers while strengthening the Company — as evidenced by record levels of software as a percent of total revenue, and record levels of ARR, gross margin and profitability," said Rob Painter, president and CEO of Trimble. [See Trimble financials] -- Posted Friday, February 21, 2025

Winmate announces launch of new Robotic Control Station lineup
Winmate is proud to announce the launch of our new Robotic Control Station lineup, designed to redefine precision, durability, and adaptability in mission-critical operations. Engineered for challenging environments, these handheld and suitcase models combine advanced functionality with unparalleled performance to meet the growing challenges of automation and robotics. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Friday, February 21, 2025

Avalue unveils cutting-edge AI-driven healthcare solutions at HIMSS Global Health Exhibition in the U.S
Avalue Technology Inc. a global leader in industrial computing solutions, has announced its participation in the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition in Las Vegas from March 3-6, 2025. At the event, Avalue will demonstrate a range of innovative healthcare solutions centered around AI computing power and patient monitoring technologies. By integrating these with data capabilities, Avalue aims to empower healthcare institutions to achieve more precise, efficient, and labor-saving operations. Avalue is committed to transcending the role of a traditional hardware supplier and becoming a key partner in healthcare's digital transformation. [See Avalue media release] -- Posted Tuesday, February 18, 2025

FULL REVIEW: Juniper Archer 4
In many jobs, you simply need more than a smartphone in a case. That's where Juniper Systems' new Archer 4 rugged Android handheld comes in. The Archer 4 looks like a modern smartphone, has a nice, big 6.3-inch screen, is IP68-sealed, has a replaceable battery, 5G, and yet it's barely larger or heavier than a modern smartphone. In our detailed testing, the Archer 4 impressed on all fronts, and easily handled whatever we threw at it. It's a modern rugged handheld that simply works, everywhere and always. No need to baby it. [See full review of the Juniper Systems Archer 4 rugged handheld] -- Posted Monday, February 17, 2025

Datalogic launches the Memor 12-17 Family — enterprise grade power in a pocket-sized design
Datalogic, a global leader in automatic data capture and industrial automation markets, proudly announces the launch of the Memor™ 12-17 family, a powerful new line of full-touch Android devices that set a new standard for ergonomics, security, and durability. Engineered with the latest technology, the Memor 12-17 family represents the perfect solution for front-line workers and how they interact with technology in the Retail, Transportation & Logistics and Healthcare. [See Datalogic media release -- Posted Monday, February 17, 2025

Motorola Solutions reports Q4 and full-year 2024 financials
Motorola Solutions reported 2024 full-year sales of US$10.817 billion, up 8% from US$9.978 billion in 2023. 2024 operating earnings were US$2.688 billion, up 17% compared to 2023's US$2.294 billion. The company reported 2024 Q4 sales of US$3.010 billion, up 10% from US$2.848 billion in Q4 2023. Q4 2024 operating earnings were US$814 million, up 7% compared to 2023's US$738 million. For full-year 2025, Motorola Solutions expects revenue growth of of approximately 5.5%. Motorola Solutions ended the fiscal year with a backlog of $14.7 billion, up 3% from the prior year. [See Motorola Solutions 2024 financial media release] -- Posted Monday, February 17, 2025

Zebra announces Q4 and full-year 2024 financials
Zebra Technologies announced net sales of $1,334 million in Q4 2024 compared to $1,009 million in Q4 2023, up 32.2%. Net income for Q4 2024 was $163 million, compared to $17 million for Q4 2023. Full year 2024 sales were $4,981 million compared to $4,584 million in 2023, up 8.7%. Net income for 2024 was $528 million, compared with a net income of $296 million in 2023, up 78.4%. The company expects full-year 2025 net sales to grow between 3% to 7% compared to 2024. "As we enter 2025, our backlog supports solid first quarter growth," said Bill Burns, Chief Executive Officer of Zebra Technologies. "For the remainder of the year, we remain cautious in our growth outlook as our customers navigate an uncertain environment including a dynamic global trade, geopolitical, and macro-economic backdrop." [See Zebra Q4 2024 and full year 2024 financials] -- Posted Thursday, February 13, 2025

Topcon introduces the new HiPer XR GNSS receiver for increased accuracy and reliability
Topcon Positioning Systems has announced the launch of the HiPer XR, its latest GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) receiver for surveying, mapping, and construction applications. The new receiver is designed to benefit a wide variety of users, including construction professionals, surveyors, GIS professionals, archeologists, engineering firms, and others who rely on quality, precision measurements. The HiPer XR builds on Topcon's 30-year legacy in GNSS technology and supports all major satellite constellations, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, IRNSS, QZSS, and SBAS. [See Topcon media release -- Posted Friday, February 7, 2025

Winmate's next-generation rugged laptops for 2025
As we enter 2025, artificial intelligence continues to shape every corner of modern industry. From advanced analytics and real-time data processing to autonomous systems and predictive maintenance, AI is rapidly changing how organizations operate in challenging, data-intensive environments. This is where Winmate next-generation rugged laptops come in. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, February 6, 2025

Winmate rugged robotic controller solutions
In a recent solutions paper, Winmate describes how robot controllers serve as the core intelligence behind the operation of robotic systems, ranging from industrial robots to collaborative robots (co-bots) and robotic arms. These controllers are pivotal in orchestrating the precise movements, tasks, and interactions of robots within various operational environments. Winmate outlines the industry challenges (integration, real-time processing, reliability, durability, scalability, etc.), and then describes the Winmate Rugged Robotic Controller series, products, scenarios and more. [See Winmate rugged robotic controller solutions] -- Posted Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Intel reports Q4 and full-year 2024 financials
Intel reported Q4 2024 revenues of $14.3 billion, down 7% year-over-year. Net income was $-0.1 billion, compared to $2.7 billion Q4 2023. For the full year 2024, Intel reported revenue of $53.1 billion, down 2% compared to the prior year. There was a $18.8 billion net loss, compared to net income of $1.7 for 2023. “The cost reduction plan we announced last year to improve the trajectory of the company is having an impact,” said David Zinsner, interim co-CEO and chief financial officer of Intel. [See Intel financials] -- Posted Saturday, February 1, 2025

Full AI on a $6,000 PC
There's much talk of being "AI-ready" which generally means hardware conducive to the type of processing required for AI-type utilities and queries. The eventual goal, however, is to do AI processing on mobile devices without access to the cloud. That, for now, means very small subsets of a full AI. As is, someone has shown how to build a $6,000 PC that could accommodate all of (open-source) DeepSeek. Wow. But it requires way more hardware than we'll see in mobile gear anytime soon. See post on how it's done on X -- Posted Thursday, January 30, 2025

Cincoze launches new compact industrial computers (DC-1300 series) for smart manufacturing
Rugged embedded computer brand Cincoze has launched the latest addition to the Rugged Computing DIAMOND product line, the Entry Performance & Compact industrial computer DC-1300 series. It packs maximum performance and expansion flexibility in a compact 185 x 131 x 56.5 mm chassis. The new generation DC-1300 series can be equipped with an Intel® Alder Lake-N processor, supports the essential I/O interfaces for industrial applications, and provides complete wireless transmission solutions (Wi-Fi, 5G, GNSS, etc.). The DC-1300 continues the legacy of the DC series for successful integration in space-limited industrial automation applications, providing customers with the latest solutions. [See Cincoze media release] -- Posted Friday, January 24, 2025

Datalogic signs an exclusive €9M+ contract for the supply of advanced logistics technology solutions
Datalogic, a global leader in the automatic data capture and industrial automation markets, is proud to announce the award of €9 million+ project with a major European logistics provider, known for its extensive operations in mail, parcel, and e-commerce across relevant countries in the Continental Europe. This collaboration underscores Datalogic's dedication to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving demands of the logistics and e-commerce industries. [See Datalogic media release] -- Posted Friday, January 24, 2025

What's your laptop or tablet's gas mileage?
When you buy a car, you want to know its gas mileage. It may affect your purchase decision. But what is your rugged laptop's or tablet's "gas mileage"? We're suggesting a standard, and post the "gas mileage" of leading mobile systems we benchmarked in our RuggedPCReview.com testing lab. [Read What's your laptop or tablet's gas mileage?] -- Posted Monday, January 20, 2025

PROMAT 2025 -- Don’t miss the biggest supply chain event of 2025
When you’re focused on the day-to-day of running your supply chain, it’s hard to determine how the latest trends will impact your business and easy to forget what potential is out there to take your operations to new levels of success. What if you and your team could examine the latest supply chain innovations, learn about the latest trends, and engage with and build your professional network all over one week at one location? ProMat 2025 is that gathering—the world's largest supply chain industry event for solution-sourcing, learning, networking, and connecting with friends and industry peers. With 1,100 exhibits, four keynotes and 200 educational sessions, this is the one event you really can’t afford to miss in 2025. Watch this video to see for yourself all that ProMat has to offer. [Register at no cost] -- Posted Thursday, January 16, 2025

Introducing the Winmate D140 rugged tablet series
Winmate Inc., a global leader in rugged computing solutions, proudly announces the launch of the D140 Rugged Tablet Series, designed to empower industries with advanced technology, exceptional durability, and seamless functionality. Engineered to perform in demanding environments, the D140 is the ultimate solution for industrial applications, offering cutting-edge features that enhance productivity and efficiency. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, January 16, 2025

Juniper Systems Limited names Dave Cawsey as New Business Development Manager for the UK & Ireland
Juniper Systems a leading manufacturer of ultra-rugged handheld computers, precision GNSS receivers, and GIS mapping/data collection software, announced an addition to their UK & Ireland office in Tardebigge. Dave Cawsey joins the team as the UK & Ireland New Business Development Manager with a focus on growing the Juniper market share in both traditional and new markets within the UK and Ireland. With a strong history in the rugged computing industry, Mr. Cawsey brings his expertise from some of the top tech companies in this field including; IBM, Husky Computers Ltd, Itronix, General Dynamics, Avantec PTY and Handheld Group. [See Juniper Systems media release] -- Posted Thursday, January 16, 2025

RuggON launches VIKING II: transforming fleet management with unmatched technology and flexibility
RuggON Corporationproudly introduces the VIKING II, a groundbreaking Android-based fleet management device designed to tackle the toughest industrial challenges. Combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional durability, the VIKING II raises the bar for operational efficiency in logistics, mining, construction, and public safety. Designed with adaptability and performance in mind, it empowers businesses to excel in even the harshest environments. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Getac's next generation ZX10 is the lightest 10-inch fully rugged tablet currently available on the market
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, today announced the launch of its next generation ZX10 10-inch fully rugged Android tablet, which combines lightweight design with powerful AI-ready performance and intuitive Android functionality for exceptional performance in the field. The next generation ZX10 is intended for professionals working in industries such as public safety, utilities, and transportation and logistics, who need devices they can trust in the challenging environments and scenarios they encounter daily. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Tuesday, January 14, 2025

FULL REVIEW: Dell Pro Rugged 14
"Semi-rugged" laptops are for work in tough environments, but not all-out tough, which is considerably more expensive. Dell's entry in this class is the compact, elegant 14-inch Dell Pro Rugged 14, the successor to the company's 5430 Rugged, but with powerful new Intel 14th generation Core Ultra, AI-ready tech (including a dedicated Microsoft CoPilot key). The laptop, which starts at under $2,000, is available with an optional NVIDIA's RTX 500 Ada Generation laptop GPU, and we tested and benchmarked machines with and without that chipU. [See the full review of the Dell Pro Rugged 14] -- Posted Monday, January 13, 2025

Smart automotive innovations with Winmate & HPC Systems at Automotive World 2025
Winmate announced its participation in Automotive World 2025, a premier international exhibition held at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan, from January 22 to January 24, 2025. Together with our partner HPC Systems Inc., we invite you to Booth E55-14 to explore our groundbreaking innovations designed to transform the automotive and AI landscape. We will showcase a diverse lineup of advanced solutions, including rugged tablets, rugged laptops, vehicle-mounted computers (VMCs), robotic control stations, and AI Embedded Computers. [See Winmate show information] -- Posted Thursday, January 9, 2025

Zebra Technologies introduces new AI solutions to empower retail frontline operations
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced several new products and AI innovations for the retail industry. Zebra's solutions will be showcased in booth #3303 as part of Zebra's AI-powered Modern Store at NRF 2025 Retail's Big Show on Jan. 12-14, 2025, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Thursday, January 9, 2025

Getac expands partnership with RAM® Mounts to increase worker productivity via safe and secure device mounting
Getac Technology Corporation, Inc., a leading producer of rugged hardware technology and intuitive software, announced an expanded partnership with RAM® Mounts, the leading manufacturer of rugged mounting hardware for mobile devices. This partnership supports mobile workers with increased collaboration abilities and software to streamline mundane responsibilities, which ultimately enhances workflow efficiency, increases general productivity, and most importantly increases worker safety. RAM® now offers mounting capabilities for all Getac Android devices including the new ZX80 dock, to improve mobile worker productivity and safety. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Thursday, January 9, 2025

FULL REVIEW: Getac K120 rugged 12.5-inch 2-in-1
Addressing the demands of customers who like the functionality of a traditional laptop but not the extra weight and bulk when in the field, Getac designed their K120 as a relatively light and handy standalone tablet that combines with its optional keyboard to provide complete laptop functionality. RuggedPCReview examined the heavily upgraded and enhanced third generation in detail and found much to like. [See full review of the Getac K120 rugged 12.5-inch 2-in-1] -- Posted Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Avalue presents new HPS-SIEU4A/HPS-SIEUTA servers
Avalue Technology Inc., a global leader in industrial computing solutions believes that with AI applications driving rapid development in high-performance computing, there will also be a surge in power demand, making green computing an important mandate. Addressing this issue, Avalue introduces its high-performance and low-power edge system solution, the HPS-SIEU4A/HPS-SIEUTA. [See Avalue media release] -- Posted Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Digi International drives digital transformation with the launch of Digi X-ON
Digi International, a global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solutions, announced the launch of Digi X-ON™, a breakthrough edge-to-cloud IoT solution that provides the components needed for IoT systems from one trusted and reliable supplier. Removing the barriers of integrating, deploying and scaling industrial IoT systems, Digi X-ON integrates hardware, software, and cloud connectivity into a single, secure, and reliable platform that delivers business value — supporting many different applications and use cases such as connected cities, smart utilities, industrial IoT and smart agriculture. [See Digi X-ON media release] -- Posted Tuesday, January 7, 2025

RuggON unveils AI-enhanced, SATCOM-ready VORTEX vehicle mount computer
RuggON Corporation, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology and a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, announces the VORTEX vehicle mount computer. Designed for challenging industrial environments, VORTEX delivers high-performance in demanding applications. The rugged system features a 7-inch touch panel and is powered by the latest Intel Raptor Lake Core processor. VORTEX integrates AI-driven capabilities for real-time data processing, predictive analytics, and enhanced automation. Designed to ensure reliable operation in remote locations, VORTEX supports satellite communication (SATCOM) for seamless connectivity. Its robust construction, including a fan-less design that endures harsh vibrations and shocks, sets a new standard for durability. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Monday, January 6, 2025

Dell Technologies leads AI PC movement with new, redesigned PC portfolio
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) builds on decades of PC innovation with a new, simplified portfolio featuring on-device AI for greater end-user creativity and productivity. To accelerate AI PC adoption across enterprises, Dell also provides developers and IT administrators with the tools to seamlessly build and deploy AI applications to Dell AI PCs. As the number one provider of commercial AI PCs,2 Dell expands its portfolio with new product designs, increased performance and battery life, the latest silicon innovation and AI accelerators, and industry-leading capabilities across software, management and sustainability. Dell has unified its brand across PCs, displays, services and accessories to make it even easier for customers to find the right technology solutions they need today and in the future. [See Dell media release] -- Posted Monday, January 6, 2025

Rain Technology embeds visual security and delivers display innovation from smartphone to AR/VR
Whether for business or personal use, displays are central to our everyday experience. The amount and type of information displayed, the types of devices themselves, the hardware technologies, and the situations in which these devices are used all continue to expand at an incredible rate. As such, significant market opportunity exists for companies developing innovative solutions. Experts in optics and photonics with a legacy in 3D cinema, Rain Technology scientists are radically changing the playing field for visual privacy and superior optical performance in emerging display technologies, which will transform the market by enabling the type of experiences that drive mass adoption through quality and comfort. [See Rain Technology media release] -- Posted Monday, January 6, 2025

Trimble and Qualcomm deliver precise positioning solutions for automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today it has extended its technology collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to deliver precise positioning solutions for automated vehicles ranging from automobiles to heavy trucking. Trimble's precise positioning engine, Trimble ProPoint™ Go™, will be integrated with the Snapdragon™ Auto 5G Modem-RF Gen 2, a key platform of the Snapdragon Digital Chassis™ solution, to provide positioning accuracy within 10 centimeters. Vehicles with the joint solution are expected to be on the roads by 2028. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Monday, January 6, 2025

What happened in rugged computing 15 years ago: January 2010
In January 2010, RAM announced its MDT-Mate vehicle mounting solution. ABI Research said ARM-based processor platforms would overtake the x86 chips by 2013. Xplore launched a military version of its iX104C4 rugged tablet. A Justice Assistance Grant was used to buy GD-Itronix computers for the Butte, Montana, Police Department. Getac opened a sales office in Germany, and announced a 5-year warranty. LXE upgraded its VX8 Kärf and VX9 Förj vehicle-mounts. MobileDemand announced the ultra-compact xTablet 7000. UPS and Honeywell teamed on a next-gen UPS delivery handheld. Intel showed Wireless Display Technology. Analyst firm Morningstar praised Motorola for buying Symbol in 2007. Oh, and Apple announced the iPad. [See full January 2010 archive] -- Posted Monday, January 6, 2025

Navigate with confidence using Winmate's ECDIS Marine Panel PCs
Winmate Inc., a global leader in rugged computing solutions, reported that the maritime industry demands solutions that prioritize precision, reliability, and compliance. Advanced Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) are essential for safe and efficient navigation in today's complex waterways. Winmate's Certified ECDIS Marine Panel PC Series is designed to address these requirements, offering cutting-edge features, robust performance, and compliance with international maritime regulations. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, January 2, 2025

2025 will see AI PCs become the new normal, but ARM-based PCs will not grow out of their minority segment
ABI Research’s 5th annual Trend Report identifies the 2 key 5G Devices, Smartphones, and Wearables trends that will come to fruition — and the 2 that won’t — in 2025. As 2025 kicks off, predictions abound on the technology innovations expected in the year ahead. In its new whitepaper, 101 Technology Trends That Will—and Won’t—Shape 2025, analysts from global technology intelligence firm ABI Research. ABI Research analysts identify 54 trends that will shape the technology market and 47 others that, although attracting vast amounts of speculation and commentary, are less likely to move the needle over the next twelve months. [See ABI Research’s 5th annual Trend Report] -- Posted Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Zebra Technologies to acquire Photoneo, expanding its portfolio of 3D Machine Vision solutions
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a leading digital solution provider enabling businesses to intelligently connect data, assets, and people, today announced it intends to acquire Photoneo, a leading developer and manufacturer of 3D machine vision solutions. The 3D segment of the Machine Vision market is the fastest growing, and this acquisition will further accelerate Zebra's presence in the category. By combining Photoneo's 3D machine vision solutions with Zebra's advanced sensors, vendor-agnostic software and AI-based image processing capabilities, customers will benefit from a unique portfolio of offerings to address their most challenging use cases. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Monday, December 30, 2024

OPINION: Another rugged systems acquisition gone bad
The mobile and rugged systems industry has a long history of take-overs and acquisition that quickly went bad. There are exceptions, but not many. And, sadly, MilDef's September 2022 acquisition of the Handheld Group didn't go as expected either, at least not for Handheld. After quickly closing down the long-running US office of Handheld, MilDef has now also shut down Handheld's original operation in Sweden, as well as the Handheld operation in Germany. MilDef said that it will "fully integrate the subsidiary Handheld's portfolio for the defense industry into MilDef's other operations and to cease operations in Handheld's other sales segments." [see full announcement] -- Posted Monday, December 23, 2024

JLT Mobile Computers celebrates 30 years in the rugged computing industry
This year marks a significant milestone for JLT Mobile Computers: three decades of pioneering rugged computing innovation. Since its founding in the early 1990s, JLT has witnessed and contributed to the remarkable transformation of the rugged IT industry, establishing itself as a trusted leader in delivering robust solutions for demanding environments, most recently with the upgraded VERSO™ Series and JLT1214™ Series. [See JLT Mobile media release] -- Posted Thursday, December 12, 2024

FULL REVIEW: Cincoze DS-1402 IPC with dual PCI/PCIe expansion
The Cincoze DS-1402 is part of a line of compact but highly expandable industrial PCs that can accommodate up to two PCI or PCIe expansion cards for graphics, AI, or custom cards. The DS-1402 can be equipped with a very wide range of CPUs, from Intel 12th gen Celerons and Pentiums all the way up to a 32-thread Intel 13th gen "Raptor Lake-S" Core i9-13900E. Capable of performance meeting or exceeding that of high-end rugged laptop workstations, the Cincoze DS-1402 is a modern embedded system that supports a wider range of I/O and expansion options than most in a package that is still compact enough to fit almost anywhere. [See full review of the Cincoze DS-1402 IPC] -- Posted Wednesday, December 11, 2024

FLIR Introduces Scout Pro thermal monocular for law enforcement and public safety professionals
FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company (NYSE:TDY), introduced the FLIR Scout Pro, a next-generation thermal monocular designed to meet the rigorous demands of law enforcement and public safety professionals. Building on a legacy of reliable FLIR thermal monoculars, the Scout Pro offers exceptional situation awareness with its 32-degree field of view, allowing users to detect humans up to 500 meters (1,640 feet) away while maintaining a broad visual perspective. This balance of wide coverage and practical detection range provides the critical information and intelligence needed to patrol areas safely or to locate missing or injured people quickly. [See FLIR media release] -- Posted Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Lenovo's OEM Solutions untroduces the all-new Moto Smart scanner to power enterprise workflows
Lenovo, in collaboration with Motorola, announces the Moto Smart Scanner, a next-generation mobile compute scanner to enhance enterprise operations in logistics, retail, and healthcare, among other industries. Combining Lenovo's computing expertise with the mobile intelligence of Motorola, the fastest-growing OEM in the B2B segment, the Moto Smart Scanner delivers a powerful and ergonomic device with enhanced security designed to meet customers' increasingly complex needs for enterprise resource planning, electronic health record management, and streamlining point-of-sales. [See Lenovo media release -- Posted Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Dynabook refreshes featherlight Portégé X30W AI-equipped 2-in-1 convertible laptop with Intel Core Ultra processors
Dynabook Americas, Inc., the gold standard for long-lasting, professional-grade laptops, today unveiled the Portégé® X30W-M, a 13.3-inch 2-in-1 convertible Windows 11 laptop that meets the diverse demands of modern businesses and educators. With powerful and efficient U- and H-series Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, built-in AI tools like Copilot, and the versatility of a laptop-tablet hybrid, the Portégé X30W-M delivers a well-rounded solution for professionals who demand flexibility, productivity and durability. [See Dynabook media release] -- Posted Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Handheld: 10 ways to customize rugged handhelds
A recent blog post in Handheld's RuggedInformer blog presented ten ways in which rugged handhelds can be customized for any field or industry. We consider that very important -- it separates true value-added vendors that know their customers and local markets from nameless far east mass producers. [See 10 ways to customize rugged handhelds] -- Posted Thursday, December 5, 2024

OPINION: Intel's been on the wrong path for a long time
It doesn't seem a surprise that Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger had to go. Remaining an all-in-one integrated device manufacturer in an industry that's almost completely split into either chip designers or chip manufacturers made no sense. Offering a dizzying variety of similar chips for an essentially stagnating PC industry (an industry that began with all computers running on one and the same chip -- the Intel 8088) makes no sense. Continuing with the same old when everyone else either makes super-efficient device chips (ARM) or super-hot running graphics/AI chips (nVidia) makes no sense. Gelsinger took a gamble, and it didn't work out. Intel will be around, of course, and we wish them luck, but it won't be the same Intel. -- Posted Thursday, December 5, 2024

Pacific Defense launches COM6300VP tactical radio card, developed with Thales Defense and Security, Inc.
Pacific Defense a leader in Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions, announces the COM6300VP, a 3U OpenVPX™ multi-waveform tactical radio plug-in card aligned with the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA™) Technical Standard. The plug-in card features a dual-channel communication approach, utilizing both Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) and the TrellisWare TSM™ waveforms. The COM6300VP provides secure, low-risk communication capabilities through a Thales Defense and Security Inc. (TDSI) integrated crypto module, which can facilitate future NSA Type-1 certification. [See Pacific Defense media release] -- Posted Thursday, December 5, 2024

REVIEW: Janam XR2 UHF RFID Reader
There's barcode scanning, and there's RFID reading. The former is for individual codes, one at a time, the latter for high-speed reading of large numbers of tags simultaneously. Janam's XR2 UHF RFID Reader is an impressive example of the latter, integrating both RFID and barcode scanning into a well-balanced, ergonomically designed Android handheld specifically created for real-time tracking of assets and items through the entire supply chain. [See review of the Janam XR2 UHF RFID reader] -- Posted Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Ultra-Rugged Kyocera DuraForce PRO 3 hits Verizon retail stores, free for eligible police and departments and others
Kyocera a global leader in rugged devices, today announced that its ultra-rugged DuraForce PRO 3 Android smartphone is now available and on display in Verizon retail stores nationwide, free for eligible government customers and priced as low as 99 cents for eligible business customers. Designed for first responders, small/medium-sized businesses, construction, warehouse/ transportation workers, and anyone working in harsh environments, DuraForce PRO 3 can be found on Verizon's SMB Business tables, where customers can get demonstrations and consult with Verizon representatives to qualify for special pricing. [See Kyocera media release] -- Posted Tuesday, December 3, 2024

MobileDemand replaced xTablet T1190 with new T1195
3+ years after MobileDemand launched their sleek 10-inch xTablet T1190, the company replaced it with the xTablet T1195 of the same look and size. The new T1195, however, gets a new Alder Lake-N processor, twice the RAM, switches to much faster PCIe storage, USB 3.1 Gen2, Wi-Fi 6e and Bluetooth 5.3, uBlox-M9N, a 5MB front camera, Windows 11 Pro, adds an optional Honeywell N6803MR to available scanners, and more. It amounts to a total tech makeover of this rugged, compelling thin-and-light POS or data collection platform for anyone who needs Windows on the go. -- Posted Monday, December 2, 2024

What happened in rugged computing 15 years ago: December 2009
Parvus announced that its DuraCOR 810 mission computers had been integrated into Northrop Grumman's MQ-5B Hunter Unmanned Aircraft System. Raytheon developed mission software apps for the iPhone/iPod Touch. We examined the new Atom N450 and Atom D410/510, but weren't quite sure where they were going. Psion Teklogix proudly announced new contracts. Motorola released the MC3090-Z, Panasonic swallowed Sanyo, Seagate entered the SSD market, the Wall Street Journal praised MobileDemand's innovative marketing, DLI announced the Atom Z530-powered, DLI 8800 Mobile POS tablet, and Trimble showed what farmers can do with GPS. The Examiner declared Windows Mobile dead, and Intel celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Windows Embedded partner Program. [See December 2009 archive] -- Posted Sunday, December 1, 2024

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