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April 2026
FULL REVIEW: Mobile Demand xTablet T8655 The MobileDemand xTablet T8655 is one of the few rugged 8-inch Windows tablets currently available, designed for warehouse, manufacturing, field service, and industrial data-capture work. RuggedPCReview examined and tested the T8655 — successor to the long-running T8650 — in detail and found much to like: Greatly improved performance, brighter display with higher resolution, modern connectivity, numerous data capture options, as well as an extensive ecosystem of docks and accessories. [See full review of the MobileDemand T8655] -- Posted Monday, April 6, 2026
Trimble to acquire Document Crunch
Trimble announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Document Crunch, a leader in construction-specific AI document analysis and risk management across the project lifecycle. The acquisition will allow Trimble to incorporate document intelligence and compliance automation across the Trimble® Construction ecosystem, enhancing existing workflows in project management and construction ERP systems. Financial terms were not disclosed. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Monday, April 6, 2026
Discover Winmate's rugged tablets & AI edge computing at MODEX 2026
As a global leader in rugged computing and industrial solutions, Winmate is thrilled to invite you to the upcoming MODEX 2026 exhibition in Atlanta, USA! We welcome you to visit Booth A6118 to experience firsthand our latest AI edge computing and mobile solutions, tailored specifically to withstand harsh environmental challenges in the industrial and logistics sectors. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, April 2, 2026
AI Innovation from Teguar
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way businesses operate, offering new opportunities that were previously unimaginable. But to truly harness the power of AI, you need the right technology. And to navigate the shifting landscape effectively and with maximum ROI, having a reliable hardware partner is crucial. That is where Teguar comes in, providing robust and efficient hardware solutions with dedicated human support to propel your AI initiatives. [Read Teguar article about GPUs, NPUs, AI tech and AI hardware acceleration] -- Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Spectra Defense Technologies unveils G2 Ultra Rugged microNAS
Spectra Defense Technologies (Spectra) announced the launch of the G2 Ultra Rugged microNAS (G2), a compact network attached storage (NAS) system designed to help the U.S. armed forces and allied defense partners capture and manage large volumes of mission data on Size, Weight and Power (SWaP)-constrained platforms. Spectra will showcase the G2 this week at the AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exposition in Huntsville, Alabama, at Booth 110. [See Spectra Defense technologies media release] -- Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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The editor and co-founder of Pen Computing Magazine launched RuggedPCReview.com late 2005 as a website dedicated to providing news and information about rugged mobile computer technology and its applications. The site aims to be an industry clearinghouse for rugged
computing equipment hardware reviews as well as an information source on rugged computing terminology, definitions, testing, and enabling technologies.
"Over the many years that we have been testing and reviewing rugged mobile computers, and in our professional careers prior, we have noticed that there is very little standardization and that potential clients are often confused where and what to buy," said Dr. Conrad H. Blickenstorfer, Editor-in-Chief of RuggedPCReview.com and former CIO of the New York State Dormitory Authority. "We hope that our new service will answer many questions and provide all the answers a client needs to make an informed decision."
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