When folks get their hands on a MobileDemand xTablet T8700, they normally try to push the edges in testing. Such is the case here. RuggedPCReview.com not only got the T8700 wet, they took it underwater with them and inked while swimming and scuba diving. Totally amazing that it still worked when submerged in so much [...]
Back in February, RMT released a resistive touch rugged tablet for the vertical market. Rugged PC Review finally got their hands on a review unit and posted an in-depth look on their site. One of the most intriguing aspects of the Duros is the option to run Windows XP Embedded. The advantage of having XP [...]
Businesses reap huge benefits when they are able to implement solutions like what Active Ink Software has demoed below. Using their form collection software and Motion Computing’s Semi-Rugged F5 Tablet PC, Active Ink captures images real time using the F5 integrated camera, annotates them, and sync them to the home office using the F5′s integrated [...]
One of the most entertaining stress tests I’ve seen for a rugged tabletPC came from our very own GBM Team covering CES 2008 while abusing MobileDemand’s xTablet. That abuse proved to be small potatoes compared to this video showing it being used as a hammer. The abuse continued with the release of an xTablet baseball [...]
The new rugged Ultra-Mobile PC from Panasonic is raising quite a few eyebrows these days, and rightly so. TrustedReviews.com has very thorough review of this intriguing rugged UMPC, including some up-close pics. As we’ve stated before, the integrated keyboard looks quite small and challenging, but given its intended use, it just might be a winner. [...]
We’ve seen quite a few rugged Tablet PC coming around lately, so this one fits right in with all these current releases. The Algiz 10 Rugged Tablet PC looks quite impressive for the rugged tabletscape – I really like that handle on there, kind of like the Motion C5. That handle should be really handy [...]
Motion Computing is improving upon their C5 / F5 Tablet PCs by integrating WWAN into the C5, offering SSD as an option, increasing HDD capacity at no additional cost, and introducing new accessories like the new Mobile Dock and Flex Carry hand strap. If you have not been reading our Talk To Motion thread, be [...]
Rugged Tablet PCs have been getting quite bit of focus lately with MobileDemand’s xTablet T8700, Motion Computing’s F5, and Panasonic’s most recent entry. Considering the unique nature and market for rugged devices, I’ve decided to launch a new forum category to discuss issues particular to rugged units: weight, testing, applications, verticals, semi-rugged, fully rugged, peripherals, [...]
I’ve been having this back and forth discussion with Warner about Motion Computing’s F5 Tablet PC. He’s had it for several months and seems to conveniently forget to send it back to me, even though I bring it up on a weekly basis. I know he is busy using it to help launch his new [...]
Sybase iAnywhere announced today that they’ll provide full support for the Panasonic Toughbook U1, the new rugged ultra-low-small PC. Sybase iAnywhere Afaria a core component of the Information Anywhere suite, provides comprehensive management and security capabilities to ensure that mobile data and devices are up-to-date, reliable and secure.” Fundamentally more of an IT application, but [...]
I noticed this today on YouTube – demonstration of the Winmate2007 rugged Tablet PC. I could be wrong, but I don’t remember seeing anything about this one in the past. Very informative video and the case that comes with it looks useful too! W770 is our new product, Rugged Tablet PC, VIA C7M CPU ,8.4″ [...]
Only MobileDemand would think of this: using a T8700 Rugged Tablet PC to hit a baseball.
MobileDemand is continuing to make progress in the rugged tablet pc space, this time inking a deal with Affiliated Foods Midwest: Affiliated Foods Midwest, a member-owned grocery cooperative headquartered in Norfolk, Neb., recently partnered with rugged Tablet PC manufacturer MobileDemand to help simplify its order entry process and streamline operations – a move that helped [...]
I have been going over the TabletKiosk G840XT for a while now and have been pretty happy with what I have seen so far!. The unit still feels really light for a rugged unit, that’s for sure! I didn’t think I would like the ‘number pad’ at first, but after having it on the unit, [...]
The folks at MobileDemand and the Box Canyon Dairy have been putting rugged Tablet PCs to the test, using them to help streamline management of the dairy’s breeding and vet procedures. They’ve produced a thorough of a case study, complete with video and written documentation. Here is a description of the problem MobileDemand was aiming [...]
A lot of readers like to know how different screen technologies work indoors and out. In this video from MobileDemand, they compare their xView screen to their standard display. Here are the show notes from MobileDemand’s video: This video demonstrates the difference in direct sunlight and indoors between the standard xTablet Tablet PC display [...]
And you thought our abuse of MobileDemand’s xTablet T8700 was bad? Check this out! Here is run down by clip of what they do to the xTablet T8700 Tablet PC Insanity Short demonstration clips showing how much abuse the xTablet rugged Tablet PC can take. By clip number: 1. We actually use an xTablet while [...]
This shortcut I am taking a quick overview of the TabletKiosk GETAC G840XT Rugged unit. In the video, I go over the specs of the unit that was sent to me to review. After the specs, we take a look at the outside of the unit – ports, pen, buttons and feel. I am currently [...]
I have been playing with the TabletKiosk GETAC G840XT for a week or so and thought I would put up some of my initial thoughts. Very solid feel Light for being so tough – or at least ‘feels’ light to me GPS works good for being integrated and without an antenna (I have some video [...]
I have just uploaded a set of 12 photos to our Flickr page. These pictures show all sides of the G840XT and adn some close up shots of the keys on the front of the unit. You can browse through the smaller images, but they all were uploaded in high res so you can take [...]
FedEx guy just came into the office. Brought something for me to review/play with for a while :) TabletKiosk GETAC G840XT Full Mil Spec Rugged Tablet PC!! It even has the built in GPS unit in there – now I can have some real fun with it now. No pictures of it out of the [...]
DT Research, makers of the WebDT series of durable Tablet PCs, will announce tomorrow the WebDT 520 Rugged Fixed-mount Tablet, a new MIL spec, rugged Tablet PC that can be fixed mounted in harsh environments like forklifts, warehouses, and boats. The new system is being offered at affordable prices for a fully rugged system. I [...]
Ohhhh This is going to be fun!! Tablet Kiosk is now shipping their full mil-spec Tablet PC, and guess who is going to get to play with it? I’ve been excited about this one since I got to throw it on the ground at CES!! There are 2 things I liked about this Tablet PC [...]
Everywhere you look these days, people are talking about rugged Tablet PCs. Today, we get word that Panasonic has announced some upgrades for its Toughbook 19 Tablet PC, addressing speed (Core 2 Duo 1.06 ghz ) and expanded memory ( up to 4 gb ): Panasonic Computer Solutions Company, manufacturer of durable, reliable Panasonic [...]
Kevin over on Tablet PC Review has his hands on a DRS ARMOR C12 Rugged Tablet PC. This is just a first cut overview, look for more on this rugged Tablet PC later this week. Have you ever wanted to surf the Web, check your email, or play solitaire during the middle of a torrential [...]
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