Ulefone, a large manufacturer of mobile devices and accessories, introduced its most compact rugged smartphone to-date, the Armor Mini 20 Series. Nicknamed "Tiny Atom" to reflect the devices' small form factor and formidable capabilities, the Armor Mini 20 Series complements the existing 5G Mini 20T Pro and Armor Mini 20 Pro. The 4G variant, which uses the MediaTek Helio G99 SoC, maintains the rugged design and performance of the 5G models. [See Ulefone media release]

Getac launches financial services program that offers flexible solutions for customers
Getac Technology Corporation, Inc. (NASDAQ: VERI), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, announced its new Financial Services Program, offering customers flexible payment solutions tailored to meet their unique needs, making Getac's industry-leading technology more accessible than ever before. Through the new program, Getac provides simple and effective payment solutions for customers looking to strengthen the balance sheet and pay for their technology as they consume it, rather than upfront. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Monday, November 4, 2024

Darveen introduces waterproof stainless steel Panel PCs — SPC-9000 Series
Darveen, a global provider specializing in rugged industrial computer solutions, today announces the launch of its SPC-9000 Series IP66 stainless steel touch panel PCs. This series is specifically designed to meet high hygiene standards, making it ideal for food processing, pharmaceutical and chemical industries, and humid or hot kitchen environments. The SPC-9000 Series combines durability with easy sanitation, ensuring reliable performance and high productivity in demanding industrial environments. [See Darveen media release] -- Posted Monday, November 4, 2024

What happend in rugged computing 15 years ago: November 2009
In November 2009, Durabook (then GammaTech) unveiled its Durabook R13S convertible Tablet PC, while Juniper Systems launched the TK6000, a tough ultra-rugged handheld for extreme environments. Rugged Tablet PC company Xplore raised $3.21 million in private placement. Motorola released the MC3100, successor to best-selling MC3000 rugged wireless mobile computer. Intermec reported third quarter 2009 revenues of $159 million. Samwell introduced the space-saving Intel Atom-powered MCA9. Toshiba announced additions to its 1.8-inch Serial ATA HDD product line for demanding applications. Psion Teklogix began shipping their handhelds as "Stay-Linked Ready". Fujitsu said its PalmSecure biometric system was now used in hospitals. [See what happened in rugged computing 15 years ago in November 2009] -- Posted Friday, November 1, 2024

Crystal Group launches refreshed brand identity
Crystal Group a trusted designer and manufacturer of rugged high-performance edge compute solutions in Eastern Iowa, is proud to unveil its bold new branding elements, including a new logo and tagline. Since 1987, Crystal Group has taken a zero limits approach to building rugged, custom-tailored computing solutions for their customers' most challenging requirements. The organization's brand refresh activity combines Crystal Group's undying passion for its customers with the employee-owners' innate desire to continue leading the rugged technology industry. [See Crystal Group media release] -- Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024

Panasonic upgrades Toughbook G2
Panasonic quietly upgraded its 2.9-pound 10-inch Toughbook G2, that still features a 2-in-1 design and thus keeps backward compatibility to most CF-20 and FZ-G1 docks. The G2 line made a huge four generation processor jump from Intel 10th generation CPUs all the way to the (AI-enabled via NPU) Intel 14th generation "Meteor Lake" Core Ultra 135U, with a 12th gen Core i7-1270P also available. Storage is up to 2TB, and network capabilities are also enhanced with cellular options of 4G or 5G that has support for Sub6 and C-Band frequencies. [See Panasonic news] -- Posted Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Getac integrates Sony Semiconductor Solutions' SORPLAS™ environmentally conscious plastic into its range of premium rugged products
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac) today announced a new step towards a sustainable world by adopting SSS' innovative SORPLAS into its range of premium rugged laptops and tablets. The announcement reaffirms both companies' collaboration to utilizing environmentally conscious materials and developing products that create a more sustainable future for all. SORPLAS is an environmentally conscious plastic developed and provided by SSS, which can achieve up to 99% utilization rate of recycled materials. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Wednesday, October 30, 2024

RuggON showcases latest mining technology at IMARC 2024
RuggON, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn specializing in rugged mobile solutions, is set to participate in IMARC 2024 in Sydney, Australia. This marks the first time RuggON will showcase its latest rugged mobile solutions at IMARC, including vehicle-mounted computers and mobile tablets specifically designed for the mining industry, to global mining leaders, professionals, investors, and technical experts. -- Posted Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Honeywell reports Q3, 2024 financials
Honeywell reported Q3, 2024 sales of $9.728 billions, up 6% from the $9.212 in Q3 of 2023. Operating income for Q3, 2024 was $1.997 billion, up 10% from $1.809 billion for Q3 2023. "Honeywell executed through a challenging environment in the third quarter, delivering segment margin and adjusted earnings per share above the high end of our guidance," said Vimal Kapur, chief executive officer of Honeywell. [See Honeywell Q3, 2024 financials] -- Posted Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Zebra Technologies announces Q3 2024 financials
Zebra Technologies reported sales of US$1,255 million in Q3 of 2024 compared to US$956 million in Q3 of 2023, a change of 31.36%. Net sales in the Enterprise Visibility & Mobility segment (i.e. what used to be the enterprise business of Motorola Solutions) were US$845 million in Q3 2024 compared with $632 million in Q3 2023. Net income for Q3 2024 was US$137 million, compared to net loss of US$15 million in Q3 2023. The company expects fourth quarter sales growth between 28% and 31% compared to the prior year. Bill Burns, Chief Executive Officer of Zebra Technologies, said "Our third quarter performance reflects excellent execution by our teams supported by continuing recovery in demand, strong gross margin, and the completion of our restructuring actions, enabling us to deliver sales and earnings results above the high end of our outlook." [See Zebra press release] -- Posted Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Datalogic Memor 30/35 achieves rugged Certification under Android Enterprise Recommended (AER) Program
Datalogic, a global provider specializing in rugged industrial computer solutions, today announces the launch of its SPC-9000 Series IP66 stainless steel touch panel PCs. This series is specifically designed to meet high hygiene standards, making it ideal for food processing, pharmaceutical and chemical industries, and humid or hot kitchen environments. The SPC-9000 Series combines durability with easy sanitation, ensuring reliable performance and high productivity in demanding industrial environments. [See Datalogic media release] -- Posted Friday, October 25, 2024

Cincoze Industrial Panel PCs -- the Comprehensive HMI
Rugged embedded computer brand — Cincoze's CRYSTAL product line is designed for HMI applications in harsh environments. The CRYSTAL product line includes three series: industrial panel PCs for harsh indoor environments, sunlight readable panel PCs for outdoor high-brightness conditions, and open frame industrial panel PCs for seamless integration with machines. Industrial-grade rugged protection and international standards compliance, along with nearly a hundred combinations of computing performance, screen size, display ratios, and touch methods, provide a comprehensive solution for any HMI application. [See Cincoze media release] -- Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024

Winmate introduces addition to ATEX product lineup
Winmate Inc., a global leader in rugged computing solutions, is excited to announce the latest addition to Winmate's ATEX product lineup, the M101AD-EX, a 10.1-inch Windows ATEX Rugged Tablet designed specifically for hazardous environments. Featuring ATEX and IECEx Zone 2 certification, this rugged tablet ensures safe and reliable performance in environments where explosive gases or dust may be present, such as in oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024

MobileDemand at PACK EXPO
MobileDemand will exhibit at PACK EXPO in Chicago, November 3-6, 2024, Booth N-4869. The company will show and demonstrate its product information data collection apps, xDIM and xPIM that ensure precise, real-time data at every step, eliminating costly errors, accelerate operations, and help manage fluctuating demand with ease and confidence. [See more info on PACK EXPO] -- Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024

Handheld announces compact rugged Android handheld with enhanced durability and 5G connectivity
Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today announced the release of the new Nautiz X21, a rugged Android handheld providing improved durability with reliable field performance, 5G and user-friendly features. The Nautiz X21 is a compact yet powerful rugged handheld designed for demanding industries. With 5G connectivity and a high-performance industrial chipset, it ensures fast data transmission and low latency. Its enhanced design provides durability with IP65 and IP68 ratings, MIL-STD-810H certification, and 1.8-meter drop resistance. [See Handheld media release] -- Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Getac forges a new relationship with T-Mobile to certify rugged devices on the T-Mobile network
Getac Technology Corporation ("Getac"), a leader in rugged computing and mobile video solutions, announced a strategic relationship with T-Mobile to deliver enhanced connectivity solutions across a wide range of industries. Through this collaboration, together the companies will deliver solutions that increase productivity, operational efficiency, and real-time communication for organizations and professionals in unpredictable environments, where downtime or communication gaps can lead to costly delays or safety risks. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Friday, October 18, 2024

Getac selects Veritone Redact for body-worn camera solutions
Veritone, Inc. (NASDAQ: VERI), a leader in building human-centered enterprise AI solutions, announced thatGetac Technology Corporation ("Getac"), a leader in rugged computing devices and mobile video solutions, will offer its customers Veritone Redact, an AI-powered software designed to streamline the redaction process for body-worn cameras, in-car video, interview rooms and transport camera footage. The integration of Veritone Redact into Getac's Evidence Management System will provide law enforcement agencies with an advanced tool for managing video evidence while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. [See Getac and Veritone media release] -- Posted Thursday, October 17, 2024

JLT Mobile Computers upgrades its proven JLT1214™ Series forklift computers — the preferred solution for warehousing logistics operations
JLT Mobile Computers, a leading supplier of rugged computers for demanding environments, announces the launch of its upgraded JLT1214™ Series rugged forklift computers. The Series has been selected by thousands of customers in the warehousing industry around the world thanks to its outstanding value in warehousing logistics applications. The upgraded JLT1214 Series provides the optimal, most hassle-free solution available for forklifts and other applications in the logistics and warehousing space. [See JLT Mobile media release] -- Posted Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Havis introduces the all-new DS-DELL-430 Series docking stations for Dell Pro Rugged laptops
Havis, a leading provider of rugged mobile office solutions, a leading manufacturer of rugged docking and mounting solutions, is proud to introduce the DS-DELL-430 Series Docking Stations, designed specifically for Dell's Pro Rugged 14" and 13" laptops. This latest innovation supports Dell's Latitude Rugged Laptops, models 5430, 7330, 5420, 5424, and 7424, offering robust solutions for professionals working in demanding environments such as public safety, utilities, field operations, and logistics. [See Havis media release] -- Posted Wednesday, October 9, 2024

FULL REVIEW: Getac F110 -- 7th gen of a classic
The Getac F110 is a fully rugged Windows 11 based high-performance tablet computer with a 11.6-inch capacitive multi-touch display. The F110 can be used as a tablet or, in conjunction with an optional detachable keyboard, as a laptop computer. Now in its 7th generation, Getac's rugged thin & light 11.6-inch tablet goes Raptor Lake (Intel 13th generation CORE), ups speed, versatility, usability and security. [See full review of the Getac F110 G7] -- Posted Friday, October 4, 2024

FULL REVIEW: DTResearch DT302RP rugged tablet
Slim, light, and technologically up-to-date, the new 10-inch rugged Windows 11 tablet from DT Research checks all the boxes of what a modern tablet computer for use in health care and a wide range of other vertical markets should be. And with an optional magnetically detachable keyboard, the DT302RP becomes a hybrid 2-in-1 device that can instantly provide full laptop functionality. What's not to like? [See full review of the DTResearch DT302RP rugged 10-inch Windows tablet] -- Posted Wednesday, October 2, 2024

FULL REVIEW: Teguar TP-5710-22 industrial HMI panel PC
Industrial HMIs, which stands for Human Machine Interface, are panel PCs specifically designed for numerous applications where industrial processes are monitored, evaluated, and managed by human operators. Such HMI PCs must be rugged, completely reliable, and pack workstation-level performance. Teguar's TP-5710 line includes five modular, different size models, all using the same system unit; we reviewed and benchmarked the 22-inch version. [See full review of the Teguar TP-5710-22 industrial HMI] -- Posted Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Getac's Essentials Suite enhances operational efficiency and device management capabilities across the industries
Getac today announced the launch of its Essentials Suite, a comprehensive collection of powerful software solutions designed to help organizations overcome operational challenges and enhance field worker efficiency across the industries. Getac Essentials Suite is designed to solve these issues. It consists of three core elements — Essential Control, Essential Apps, and Essential Utilities — each delivering transformative, industry-specific tools that helps users administer, manage, and maintain every stage of their rugged devices' lifecycle. [See Getac media release -- Posted Tuesday, October 1, 2024

What happened in rugged computing 15 years ago: October 2009
In October 2009, Handheld Group introduced the ultra-rugged Nautiz X7, Aaeon Technology the rugged RTC-1000 tablet, and Dell a toughened version of its XT2 convertible, the XT2 XFR. Intermec offered "cash for clunkers," a liberal trade-in program. Infoworld said WindowsMobile's future looked increasingly uncertain. We at RuggedPCReview found that the new Windows 7 looked remarkably like Vista with a new name. MobileDemand introduced a smaller rugged Tablet PC, the xTablet T7000. The Statistics Center-Abu Dhabi bought Intermec CN50 handhelds. We did a full review of the small Datalogic Memor with its "speedy, modern PXA310 processor," and also examined the Samwell Ruggedbook SR800. On the bleeding technology edge, Getac offered multi-touch on its V100, Fujitsu Lifebook the T4410 multi-touch convertible, and Motion Gorilla Glass on its C5/F5, and we wondered if 3D, the hot thing on TVs, would soon be on handhelds via a new 3M optical film. [See September 2009 archive] -- Posted Tuesday, October 1, 2024

MobileDemand's key takeaways from Parcel Forum '24
MobileDemand was excited to attend the 2024 Parcel Forum, held from September 16-18 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. The event attracted over 1,700 attendees and featured 173 exhibitors, including MobileDemand. The company shared their expertise in parcel management systems, including their revolutionary xDIM and introduced attendees to their advanced AI-powered xDIM mobile dimensioning system. -- Posted Friday, September 27, 2024

Polywell Computers launches Slim-UC14L2V4c media player for digital signage and more
Polywell Computers, a leader in industrial computing solutions, is proud to announce the release of the Slim-UC14L2V4c, a cutting-edge Embedded Mini Media Player designed for Digital Signage applications. Powered by 14th Generation Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors, this compact yet powerful media player offers unmatched performance, versatility, and durability for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. -- Posted Friday, September 27, 2024

Avalue adds to EMS family, opening up new application scenarios, including AI
Avalue Technology Inc. (TAIEX: 3479-TW), a global leader in industrial computing solutions, announced the latest members of its Embedded Modular System (EMS) family, the EMS-MTU and the EMS-MTH. Platforms in this family boast flexibility through quick and easy I/O customization. You simply choose the module that best fits your application, making for an easy quick-turn prototype. -- Posted Friday, September 27, 2024

Winmate to showcase advanced solutions at GITEX 2024
Winmate, a global leader in rugged computing and edge solutions announced its participation in GITEX 2024, one of the world’s premier technology exhibitions, taking place from October 14-18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. As a leading provider of rugged computing and industrial IoT solutions, Winmate will showcase its latest innovations designed to drive efficiency and connectivity in various industrial applications. In this event, Winmate will show its latest technologies solutions such as Rugged Tablets, Edge AI and Edge Computing solutions. -- Posted Friday, September 27, 2024

REVIEW: Conker NS65 full Windows 11 handheld
There aren't too many 6.5-inch phablets that run full Windows 11. The Conker NS65 is one of them. It has a bright 720 x 1600 pixel touch display with perfect viewing angles, which makes it easily readable outdoors. A Honeywell scanner makes it suitable for serious data collection work. And its performance, while not at the Intel Core level, is far ahead of what one could expect from anemic earlier Atom-powered rugged Windows handhelds or tablets. The NS65 also convinces with good cameras, solid build, a replaceable battery, and good ergonomics. We're impressed. [Read review of the Conker NS65 rugged Windows 11 handheld -- Posted Wednesday, September 25, 2024

DT Research's DT312RP advances rugged tablet design to be thinner, lighter, and top-performing
DT Research, a leading designer and manufacturer of purpose-built computing solutions for vertical markets, announced the DT312RP rugged tablet, a tablet innovated to be thinner, lighter, and exceptionally powerful for demanding environments. The 312RP offers a 11.6" high-bright capacitive touch screen, 13th generation Intel Core™ i5/i7 processors for powerful operation, and Microsoft® Windows® 10/11 IoT Enterprise operating system for seamless integration with a wide range of systems and applications. [See DT Research media release] -- Posted Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Juniper introduces the Geode Grip
Almost everything has GPS these days. It's become part of everyday life. But not all GPS is equal. There's the kind of GPS that, roughly, sort of gets you there, or at least close enough. And there's professional GPS for professional applications where absolute accuracy matters. That's where positioning devices like the Juniper Geode GNSS Receiver come in. The Geode is a freestanding device, but Juniper has now introduced the Geode Grip that allows users to ditch the survey pole for a one-handed, ergonomic field carrying solution that pairs their Geode with various smartphones and tablets. [Check out the Juniper Geode/Geode Grip] -- Posted Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Getac blog: How rugged technology vertical integration can improve officer safety
The Getac USA blog recently featured an article by Scott Worley discussing how vertically integrated manufacturing of rugged technology can deliver significant performance benefits to end users in many segments. Rugged tablets, laptops and video technology have become essential tools for law enforcement, offering critical support in communications, situational awareness, and emergency management. [See How rugged technology vertical integration can improve officer safety] -- Posted Thursday, September 12, 2024

Winmate introduces Winmate Robotic Control Stations
Winmate Inc., a global leader in rugged computing solutions, announced the launch of their latest innovation, the Winmate Robotic Control Station series. This cutting-edge product line includes versatile Rugged Handheld Controllers in 5.5", 8", and 10.1" sizes, available in both Windows and Android operating systems, as well as a 15.6" Rugged Portable Controller. Designed to meet the demands of modern robotic, these controllers offer exceptional performance, reliability, and flexibility in the most challenging environments. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, September 12, 2024

Cincoze rugged embedded computers: Driving innovation in edge AI applications
Rugged embedded computer brand — Cincoze recognizes the huge application opportunities brought on by the edge AI trend and has five series across two product lines to fully meet the requirements of edge AI applications. The Rugged Computing — DIAMOND product line has three high-performance series (DV/DX/DS) that support the latest Intel Raptor Lake-S Core CPUs and offer flexible size, functionality, and expandability options. The GPU Computing — GOLD product line has two series (GM/GP) with high-performance CPUs and support for MXM and PEG GPU cards for processing large-scale image input in industrial environments, providing the best computing solutions for image recognition, data-driven decision-making, and machine learning. [See Cincoze media release] -- Posted Thursday, September 12, 2024

New reality capture platform service leverages Trimble Connect to maximize the value of geospatial data for millions of users
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced its new Trimble® Reality Capture platform service to enable more effective collaboration and the secure sharing of massive reality capture datasets captured with 3D laser scanning, mobile mapping and uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) systems. The service is available as an extension to Trimble Connect®, a cloud-based common data environment and collaboration platform that has supported more than 30 million users to date. This service is the most recent addition to the Trimble connected workflow ecosystem, connecting the physical and digital worlds and unlocking the transformative power of reality capture data. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Wednesday, September 11, 2024

New Intel Core Ultra processors deliver breakthrough performance, efficiency for the AI PC age
Intel launched its most efficient family of x86 processors ever, the Intel "Lunar Lake" Core Ultra 200V series processors. Designed to deliver low-power leadership for AI PCs with up to 50% lower package power and up to 120 total platform TOPS across CPU, GPU and NPU, Lunar Lake marks the debut of Intel’s new Xe2 graphics microarchitecture that delivers a significant leap in mobile graphics performance. The built-in Intel Arc GPU includes as many as eight new 2nd Gen Xe-cores, eight enhanced ray tracing units, support for up to three 4k monitors, and new built-in Intel Xe Matrix Extensions AI engines. [See Intel media release] -- Posted Wednesday, September 11, 2024

VDC Research: AutoID & Rugged Mobile 2024 Quarterly Trackers
VDC reports that with market performance generally down in 2023, some product segments are showing signs of rebounding. Global Q2 Year-over-Year revenue performance yielded the following results across some of the key product segments: Rugged Handheld Computers: up 9.9%; Rugged Tablets: up 4.6%; Handheld Scanners: down 15.8%; Mobile Printers: down 1.2%; and Stationary Printers: down 5.2%. [Preview Rugged Mobile Devices, Handheld Barcode Scanners, Mobile Thermal Label Printers, Stationary Thermal Label Printers] -- Posted Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Zebra Technologies introduces solutions to increase retailers' efficiency at ZONE conferences
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a leading digital solution provider enabling businesses to intelligently connect data, assets, and people, today unveiled a trio of solutions purpose-built for modern stores and their warehouse operations. The Zebra Kiosk System, Zebra's next-gen Workcloud™ Actionable Intelligence 7.0, and the ET60W/ET65W Windows rugged tablets (ET6x Windows) are launching at the annual ZONE customer conference in Las Vegas, Nev. and will also be showcased at ZONE EMEA, Sept. 25 - 26, in Birmingham, England. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Wednesday, September 11, 2024

How photo documentation saves warehouses time and money
MobileDemand explains in a blog post how efficiency and accuracy are paramount in warehousing and logistics. The smallest mistake can lead to big losses, whether due to chargebacks, surcharges, damaged goods, or disputes. One tool that has proven invaluable in mitigating these issues is photo documentation. Integrating photo documentation into daily operations can save warehouses both time and money, all while improving overall visibility and accountability. [See How photo documentation saves warehouses time and money -- Posted Friday, September 6, 2024

Durabook upgrades to S14I semi-rugged laptop expanding its AI-ready product line
Durabook today announced significant upgrades that establish its S14I Semi-rugged Laptop as artificial intelligence (AI) -ready, expanding its product line supporting modern-day AI-intensive tasks. The most substantial advancement to the S14I laptop is the inclusion of the high-performance Intel® Core™ Ultra processor with a dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) that optimizes AI performance, ultimately enhancing productivity of professionals in the field. [See Durabook media release] -- Posted Thursday, September 5, 2024

Winmate teams up with Braemac for Land Forces 2024
Winmate, a global leader in rugged computing and defense solutions, together with Braemac, is announced its participation in the Land Forces 2024 International Defense Exhibition, from Sept 11-13, 2024 in Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Victoria, Australia. Winmate will show its latest Defense solutions such as High-Performance Rugged Tablets, Rugged PoC Radios and Radio Gateway, and the newest 15.6” Ground Control Stations. Join us at Booth #198 to explore our latest product line for Defense industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness how Winmate is shaping the future of Defense and Public Safety applications. -- Posted Thursday, September 5, 2024

Operating system upgrade for ALGIZ RT10 and NAUTIZ X2
Handheld Group, a Swedish manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today launched an operating system upgrade for the Algiz RT10 rugged tablet and the Nautiz X2 rugged handheld. [See Handheld media release] -- Posted Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Havis introduces rugged docking station for Zebra TC73/78 mobile computers
Havis, a leading provider of rugged mobile office solutions, is proud to announce the launch of the DS-ZEB-700 Series Rugged Docking Station, designed specifically for Zebra TC73/78 Mobile Computers. 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, September 3, 2024

What happend in rugged computing 15 years ago: September 2009
In September 2009, Itronix introduced Gobi 3G into its rugged notebooks and tablets. We reviewed the Dell Latitude XT2 convertible with multi-touch. RAM introduced the RAM Tough-Hub. Motion Computing began using the superior Hydis AFFS+ display in its improved rugged F5 tablet. The Nikon-Trimble joint venture introduced the Windows CE-based Nivo "Total Station." Psion offered cash for "Data Collection Clunkers." DAP Technologies began using Windows Embedded instead of just Windows CE in its rugged tablets. There were rumors that Fedex would deploy 100,000 Motorola MC9500 rugged handhelds. Getac added the PS236 GPS handheld. Wyse launched "Project Borg" and Fujitsu added multi-touch to its Lifebook T5010. VDC announced that Motorola had 40% of the total market for rugged handhelds, Intermec less than 20%, and Psion Teklogix and LXE each less than 10%. [See September 2009 archive] -- Posted Sunday, September 1, 2024

Winmate's smart automotive solutions at Automechanika 2024
Winmate has announced its participation in the Automechanika Frankfurt Exhibition from Sept 10-14, 2024 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Winmate will be showcasing their latest innovations and smart solutions for the automotive industry and application, including Edge AI rugged laptops, high-performance rugged tablets with GPU, ground control stations, and other emerging tech of benefit for the automotive industry. Winmate will be at Booth #D62 Hall 9.1, Automechanika Frankfurt 2024! -- Posted Friday, August 30, 2024

Juniper Archer 4 Rugged Handheld is now shipping
The Juniper Archer 4 Rugged Handheld is the latest release in the company's Archer family of products and is an exciting new platform for today’s mobile data collection. Its power-efficient Qualcomm processor, Android 14 operating system, and ultra-rugged ergonomic design combine to offer users a versatile option for frequent data entry. Learn more about the Archer 4 Rugged Handheld, or reach out to Juniper to pre-order now: 435-753-1881. -- Posted Friday, August 30, 2024

Polywell Computers unveils the X36-mini: the next generation Android Mini-PC
Polywell Computers announced the release of the Polywell X36-mini, the highly anticipated successor to the popular X10-mini model. This new device is set to redefine the standards of compact and powerful computing, further cementing Polywell's position as a leader in the Android PC market. The X36-mini supports Android 13 and Linux, with options for custom firmware imaging services, ensuring it can be tailored to specific needs and future technology trends. -- Posted Friday, August 30, 2024

Global Telecom to launch Titan5100 with UScellular: Advancing 5G performance and the customer experience
Global Telecom Engineering is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of its groundbreaking Titan5100 device for UScellular customers later in 2024. This advanced device has undergone rigorous testing and has demonstrated exceptional performance, enhanced 5G speed, increased network capacity, seamless installation, consistent 5G signal, and weather-resistant design. [See Global Telecom Engineering media release] -- Posted Thursday, August 29, 2024

Intel launches most advanced workstation processor family
Intel announced the expansion of its Xeon workstation processor family with the new Intel Xeon W-3500 and Intel® Xeon® W-2500 desktop workstation processors. Led by the Intel Xeon w9-3595X 60-core processor, Intel’s most advanced workstation processors deliver the compute power and reliability that professional creators, researchers, engineers and software developers rely on to change the world every day. The recommended customer price for the Intel Xeon W processor family starts at $609 (Xeon w3-2525) and scales to $5,889 (Xeon w9-3595X). [See Intel Xeon Workstation Processors] -- Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2024

NVIDIA announces financial results for Q2 Fiscal 2025
NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) reported revenue for the second quarter ended July 28, 2024, of $30.0 billion, up 15% from the previous quarter and up 122% from a year ago. Net income for Q2 FY25 was $16.60 billion, up 168% from $6.19 for Q2 FY24. “NVIDIA achieved record revenues as global data centers are in full throttle to modernize the entire computing stack with accelerated computing and generative AI,” said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA [See NVIDIA financials -- Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Ingram Micro Australia improves warehouse efficiency with Zebra Technologies
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a leading digital solution provider enabling businesses to intelligently connect data, assets, and people, today announced Ingram Micro Australia is improving its operational efficiency with Zebra's solutions at its 42,000 square meter warehouse at Eastern Creek, New South Wales, Australia. The solution implemented by Ingram Micro is Zebra's intelligent cabinet which offers adaptable device storage, software automation and security applications as well as ongoing support. Prior to deploying the intelligent cabinet solution, Ingram Micro's front-line staff wasted valuable time everyday searching for their mobile computers before they could begin their work in the warehouse. [See Zebra media release -- Posted Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Janam partners with TD SYNNEX to expand distribution network
Janam Technologies (part of HID), a leading provider of rugged mobile computers and contactless access solutions, today announced a new distribution agreement with TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX), a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. TD SYNNEX will connect its partner community to Janam's hardware and solutions to help businesses of all types and sizes improve productivity across line-of-business applications. Janam's rugged mobile computers, RFID readers and accessories are available immediately to partners in the U.S. and Canada. [See Janam media release] -- Posted Thursday, August 22, 2024

Experience the Future of Logistics with Winmate at Logis-Tech Tokyo 2024
Winmate, a global leader in rugged computing and smart logistics solutions is happy to announce its participation in Logis-Tech Tokyo 2024, one of Asia's most anticipated trade shows dedicated to logistics, material handling, and supply chain solutions. The event will take place from September 11-13, 2024, at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan. At Logis-Tech Tokyo 2024, Winmate will present its latest innovations designed for the logistics and industrial sectors. Visitors can explore rugged tablets and laptops built for reliability and durability in harsh environments, featuring high-performance processors, sunlight-readable displays, and MIL-STD-810H certification. -- Posted Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Meet Winmate’s latest L140 Series rugged laptop
Winmate, a global leader in rugged computing solutions, introduced the newest member of their L140 Series Rugged Laptop family, the 14-inch, Intel Alder Lake-powered L140AD-4L. This latest addition retains the core strengths of the series while offering a balanced set of features for those who need both performance and portability. [See Winmate L140AD-4L page] -- Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024

Meet Winmate’s latest L140 Series rugged laptop
Winmate, a global leader in rugged computing solutions, introduced the newest member of their L140 Series Rugged Laptop family, the 14-inch, Intel Alder Lake-powered L140AD-4L. This latest addition retains the core strengths of the series while offering a balanced set of features for those who need both performance and portability. [See Winmate L140AD-4L page] -- Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024

FULL REVIEW: Juniper Systems Mesa Pro
Juniper Systems' Mesa Pro 10-inch fully rugged Intel Core processor-powered high-performance Windows tablet represents a strong new contender that's meeting the established rugged tablet competition head-on. And Juniper's traditional customers now can look to Juniper Systems not just for handhelds, but also for their full-size rugged tablet needs. See our full, detailed review of the Juniper Mesa Pro. -- Posted Monday, August 12, 2024

Motorola Solutions reports Q2 2024 financial results
Motorola Solutions reported sales of US$2.628 billion for Q2, 2024, up 9% from US$2.403 billion a year ago. GAAP operating earnings for Q2 2024 was US$644 million, up 24% from US$518 million for Q2 2023. For Q3 2024, Motorola Solutions expects revenue growth between 7% and 8% compared with the third quarter of 2023. "Our second quarter was excellent, with strong growth in all three technologies and record Q2 sales and operating earnings," said Greg Brown, chairman and CEO, Motorola Solutions. "TOur strong ending backlog and business momentum entering the second half of the year position us well for continued growth.” [See Motorola Solutions press release] -- Posted Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Trimble reports Q2 2024 financial results
Trimble reported sales of US$870.8 million for Q2, 2024, down from US$993.6 million a year ago. GAAP operating income for Q2 2024 was US$61.6 million, down from US$93.6 million for Q2 2023. "Annualized Recurring Revenue reached a record $2.11 billion and gross margin also achieved a record level," said Rob Painter, Trimble's president and chief executive officer. "Our second quarter results demonstrate how Trimble's increased level of simplification and focus is delivering technology solutions to enhance customer productivity." [See Trimble press release] -- Posted Wednesday, August 7, 2024

What happened in rugged computing 15 years ago: August 2009
In August 2009, the US Air Force selected Getac B300 and V100 rugged computers as part of its Quarterly Enterprise Buy. We reviewed Samwell's RUGGEDBOOK SR858 rugged laptop, the ultra-rugged 2T Hydrus, and RAM Mounts' new Seat-Mate. Trimble introduced a family of Digital Pen Solutions for the construction industry. Panasonic announced it was the first to use the new MIL-STD-810G for testing. Xplore reported quarterly revenues of 5 million and a sale of 750 iX104C4 tablet PCs to PSC. Motion introduced the Motion Clinical Workstation. We alerted to a "how to upgrade your rugged machine to an SSD" tutorial. [See full August 2009 archive] -- Posted Thursday, August 1, 2024

Honeywell reports Q2 2024 financial results
Honeywell reported Q2 2024 sales of US$9,577 million, up 5% from US$9,146 million Q2 2023. Operating income for Q2 2024 was US$2,199 million, up from US$2,113 million for Q2 2023. "Honeywell delivered a strong second quarter, once again meeting or exceeding guidance across all metrics while maneuvering through a dynamic operating environment," said Vimal Kapur, chairman and chief executive officer of Honeywell. Full-year sales are now expected to be $39.1 billion to $39.7 billion with organic1 sales growth in the range of 5% to 6%. [See Honeywell Q2 2024 financials] -- Posted Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Zebra reports Q2 2024 financial results
Zebra Technologies reported sales of US$1,217 million for Q2, 2024, slightly up from US$1,214 million a year ago. Operating income for Q2 2024 was US$165 million, down from US$170 million for Q2 2023. "Our teams executed well during the quarter, enabling us to deliver sales and earnings results above the high end of our guidance ranges. We returned to growth in enterprise mobile computing across all our vertical end markets and delivered another quarter of sequential improvement in profitability as a result of our continued cost discipline and improved gross margin,” said Bill Burns, Chief Executive Officer of Zebra Technologies. The Company has raised its guidance for the full year. It now expects net sales growth between 4% and 7% compared to the prior year. [See Zebra Q2 2024 financials] -- Posted Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Tough and simple, Kyocera's rugged flip phones are ideal for digital detox
Popular detoxes and cleansing programs have been favored by those pursuing physical health and well-being. Now, "digital detoxing" is rapidly growing for those who wish to improve their mental health by reducing stressors from constant online connectivity and, instead, enhance genuine connections with friends and family. To help encourage periodic tech breaks, Kyocera International, Inc., the North American leader in rugged mobile solutions, today announced a gift with purchase of a DuraXA Equip or DuraXV Extreme+ rugged flip phone. Consumers can choose between a free digital detox starter pack, a spare battery, or a single-wire PTT earpiece kit with purchase of one of these Kyocera rugged flip phones through August 31, limited quantities available. [See Kyocera media release] -- Posted Thursday, July 25, 2024

Taisei Corporation selects Trimble SketchUp for civil engineering projects
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today that its 3D modeling software, SketchUp®, has been selected as the primary BIM/CIM solution for Taisei Corporation's civil engineering projects. From planning and design to construction and operations, SketchUp models can improve collaboration, unlock efficiencies and increase productivity. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Monday, July 22, 2024

Juniper's Uinta mapping and data collection software now with iOS
Juniper Systems announced that its Uinta Mapping and Data Collection Software is expanding to include iOS, making Uinta a completely integrated software experience for all major OS platforms.  Uinta offers a streamlined experience for those creating and sharing projects out in the field. Users can customize templates related to the job, map points with satellite imagery maps, and share data across different platforms. -- Posted Monday, July 22, 2024

VIA and RUTRONIK partner to distribute edge computing solutions
VIA Technologies, Inc. a global leader in the design and development of intelligent automotive, industrial, building, and edge solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with RUTRONIK Electronics Worldwide, a leading global distributor of electronic components. This collaboration aims to expand the availability and reach of VIA's latest System on Module (SOM) offerings: the VIA SOM-3000, the VIA-SOM 5000, and the VIA SOM-7000, all powered by MediaTek's advanced processors. [See VIA media release] -- Posted Wednesday, July 10, 2024

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