December 2023
Winmate launches the 12.3-inch G-WIN GS-Series full IP65 PCAP Panel PC
Winmate Inc., a global leader in industrial computer and tablet solutions, is excited to announce the launch of their latest product, the 12.3" Intel® Celeron® N6211 G-WIN GS-Series Full IP65 PCAP Panel PC. This new addition to their lineup offers a range of key features that make it an ideal solution for various industries, including in the Smart Agriculture applications. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, December 28, 2023
GMS redefines handheld, removable mass storage with new X9 Spider Storage module for U.S. military applications
General Micro Systems (GMS), the world's leading technology-independent supplier of computing engines in boxes, boards, and servers, today announced the launch of its rugged, military-focused X9 Spider Storage system intended for sensor data recorders, artificial intelligence AI datasets, "network" attached storage, and data payload "sneaker net" portable data movement. As a critical component within GMS' X9 Spider Thunderbolt™ 4 technology-based open distributed computing architecture (DCA), this X9 Storage includes a 4- or 8-drive removable cartridge supporting secure, industry-standard 2.5-inch or M.2 solid state storage. The small form factor (SFF) system offers a massive 128TB (max) of removable storage capacity, CSfC or FIPS-140-2 secure encrypted SSDs, and up to 80Gbits/s of data I/O streaming. [See GMS media release] -- Posted Wednesday, December 20, 2023
REVIEW: MobileDemand xTablet T1110
MobileDemand, a pioneering provider of rugged tablets, cases, and mobile all-in-one computing solutions, created the 10-inch xTablet T1110 as a value-priced, thin and lightweight addition to its growing lineup of Windows-based rugged tablets. In our testing and benchmarking, we found the Windows 11-based, Intel Pentium N6415-powered xTablet T1110 a remarkably rugged and very competitive tablet option that punches well above its (light) weight. [See review of the MobileDemand xTablet T1110] -- Posted Monday, December 18, 2023
Juniper: What to expect from the all-new Mesa 4 Rugged Tablet
In its Get Rugged blog, Juniper Systems announced the upcoming Windows 11 Pro-based Mesa 4 Rugged Tablet, which represents a major tech upgrade to the current Mesa 3 7-inch Windows tablet. Upgrades includes switching to a much quicker Intel N200 CPU, faster PCIe NVMe storage, up to 16GB LPDDR5, USB-C, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth v5.3, a brighter 800 nits display, higher resolution cameras (13mp and 5mp), and more. [See Juniper blog post, comparison Mesa 4 vs Mesa 3, and the Mesa 4 spec sheet] -- Posted Thursday, December 14, 2023
Unleashing efficiency in Industry 4.0 with Winmate's rugged laptop series
Winmate Inc., a leading provider of rugged computing solutions, is proud to introduce the Rugged Laptop series, available in sizes 13.3", 14" and 15.6" with Intel 12th generation "Alder Lake" and 13th generation "Raptor Lake" processors. Winmate's Rugged Laptop Series stands at the forefront of innovation, providing a comprehensive set of features tailored to enhance productivity in the most demanding industrial environments. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, December 14, 2023
RuggON recognized with two AST ASTORS 2023 Homeland Security Awards
RuggON, an international maker of ruggedized mobile solutions, announced that two of its products have received AST ASTORS 2023 Homeland Security Awards. Its VULCAN X 10.4-inch vehicle mount computer was awarded Platinum (the highest award presented) in the Best Vehicle Mounted Security System category, while its 10.1-inch SOL PA501 rugged tablet featuring Android 12 and GMS (Google Mobile Services) certification was awarded Gold in the Best Mobile Technology Product category. Presented annually by American Security Today, the awards were recently handed out during the International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC East) in New York City. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Verizon Business and Zebra Technologies launch device and software solutions to accelerate private 5G
Verizon Business, Verizon Business (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a leader in digital solutions that accelerate business workflows, today announced the launch of Zebra mobile device and software packaged solutions designed to help Verizon Private 5G customers reap the benefits of their networks even faster. [See Zebra/Verizon media release] -- Posted Wednesday, December 6, 2023
FULL REVIEW: DURABOOK S15 15.6-inch semi-rugged laptop
The DURABOOK S15 is the latest, most powerful, and most advanced version of a well established line of semi-rugged laptops from one of the industry's most respected and most experienced designers and manufacturers of military-grade mobile computing products. Now technologically fully up-to-date, the remarkably light and slender DURABOOK S15 represents a very attractive, and budget-friendly, option for anyone in need of a big-screen laptop that can handle way more abuse than standard consumer tech. [See full review of the DURABOOK S15] -- Posted Wednesday, December 6, 2023
DT Research: How customer feedback drives value in our rugged and medical computing solutions
Customer feedback — so important, and yet not always easy to optimally integrate into overall product strategy. In its Rugged Tech Talk blog, DT Research describes how In the dynamic landscape of rugged tablets, medical tablets, medical cart computers, and medical all-in-one solutions, customer feedback plays a pivotal role in shaping products that meet the evolving needs of end-users. [Read Empowering Excellence: How Customer Feedback Drives Value] -- Posted Monday, December 4, 2023
Winmate agricultural solutions
In the ever-evolving landscape of agricultural logistics, the challenges faced are both diverse and pressing. From unpredictable weather impacting crops to increasing demand for efficient distribution and supply chain management, agriculture must navigate mounting complexities to ensure sustainability and productivity. Winmate's latest innovation, their line of 12.3" Panel PCs emerges as a game-changer. These rugged state-of-the-art device come in Windows and Android versions with ultra-wide 1920 x 720 displays, setting a new standard for agricultural machinery and warehouse forklift operations. [See Winmate Agricultural Solutions] -- Posted Monday, December 4, 2023
Introducing the Polywell B760L2
Polywell Computers is thrilled to present the Polywell B760L2, one of the most advanced and versatile models available in the market today. This small form factor (SFF) PC packs an incredible punch, supporting the latest generations Intel® Core™ CPUs. Whether you're a developer, an engineer, a creative professional, the Edge AI enthusiast, or simply seeking top-notch performance for your everyday tasks, the B760L2 is designed to meet and exceed your expectations. [See Polywell media release] -- Posted Friday, December 1, 2023
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