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Motion Computing C5 Tablet PC Video Review InkShow

- Rob Bushway

When Motion Computing announced the innovative C5 Tablet PC several months ago, people saw several new things not previously implemented in a Tablet PC: an integrated barcode reader, RFID scanner, a spill-proof / disinfectant-resistant resin casing, and a handle. The C5 was built from the bottom-up to be a health care focused device, and with those features, plus a 2.0-megapixel camera, it clearly shines.

The great thing about the C5 is that it has tremendous possibilities outside of the health-care field: field force workers, construction, hospitality, retail sales, warehousing, service, etc. I would really like to see future Motion products integrate the camera and the handle. In the few days I got to review the C5, I grew to really appreciate that handle.

Special thanks to Allegiance Technology Partners for allowing us to review the C5 Tablet PC. If you are interested in learning more, be sure to visit AllTP.com and sign up for a 48-hour demo.

Watch or download the High Res Video Review InkShow ( 180mb, 23:45. Windows Media streaming or direct download ).
Prices start at $2199. Reviewed C5 is priced at $2859, which includes a 60gb hard drive, and 1.5gb of memory.
Notable specs:

1.2 ghz Core Solo processor
10.4" 1024 x 768 screen
Integrated barcode and RFIF reader
2.0-megapixel camera
Disinfectant-resistant resin; Elastomer overmolding; Semi-sealed design with minimal ports (tested to IP-54 specifications);
Sealed display, speaker, buttons, fan assembly and docking connector; Liquid-resistant cover on microphones
Wireless available with Intel or Atheros

Enjoy!

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8/21/2007 11:36 AM MST

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Tuesday, August 21, 2007 1:53:13 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Can that camera resolution be downsized (in software) if you want a lower res picture?

cphickie

Tuesday, August 21, 2007 1:57:39 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Good question. I don't recall seeing any setting choices, the application looked pretty basic.

Rob

Tuesday, August 21, 2007 5:12:20 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

When they send a demo unnit, does it come with the cool books to prop it up? haha

I didn't see any kind of props that might give it some angle for easier inking on a flat surface. That might be a nice little addition.

I must agree with you about the flush surface. I enjoy praising the TC1100, and this is another spot where it shines. It is so much easier to write on the screen without a border bothering my wrist. Nice job by Motion here.

And a nice job by you of showing off the bells and whistles. Thanks, Rob.

Steven

Steven

Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:37:46 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

I had to fight for that handle... :-) I used to be a part of the concept team at Intel that designed the first concept that eventually became the C5. As the only person on the team who used a Tablet PC, I had to argue to get a handle included in the concept version of the Tablet PC. I was really happy to see that Motion Computing kept the handle when the design was taken to product. I think it's a great feature that people dismiss too readily.

Sierra

Wednesday, August 22, 2007 6:35:41 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Quite a nice design. Anyone who's worked in a hospital can tell you water splatter, miscellaneous body fluids, and microbial contamination (not to mention the odd spilled Starbucks coffee) are a fact of life.

And I love the handle, too...

tablet_envy

Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:36:54 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Thanks for the review! I like the form factor. It looks like it might be used with the handle at the top or side. I think I'd like to have it in landscape with a full page showing. That would put the D-pad on the upper left corner and the pen would typically be in my right hand. Some ruggedized corners would be cool for use on the factory floor or shop.

I think the RFID is somewhat proximity sensitive, so it makes sense that it has an indicator to show where the detector is actually located.

P.S. The video was very clear but the audio is faint. Does your camera take a mic input for a lavalier mic? The audio level is down in the noise and there's a fair amount of echo.

Matt

Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:55:04 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Yeah, the audio in this could have been better. I was recording in a totally empty room, thus the echo. I'm working on getting a good lapel mic. The one I have right now only records through one channel.

Rob

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