MobileDemand published a case study on how Minnesota-based Japs-Olson — a privately held company that has been producing bulk direct mail and commercial print items for over 100 years — wanted to optimize the movement material throughout the plant. They found the answer in the xTablet T1600 from MobileDemand. The result was less data lost, greater productivity from the forklift operators, and less involvement of IT support. [See Forklift-mounted tablets increase productivity] -- Posted Monday, February 24, 2020
Reasons why police departments love rugged tablets
In its latest blog entry, DT Research explains why so many police departments love their rugged tablets for on-duty fieldwork. Those include touch screens large enough for easy reading and ease of use on the job; integration with mapping and other field-specific software solutions; and the kind of durability that make for reliable operation even under the harshest conditions. [See 3 Reasons Police Departments Love DT Research Rugged Tablets] -- Posted Monday, February 24, 2020
Kingston encrypted IronKey D300 Series achieves NATO restricted level certification
Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced its IronKey D300 Encrypted USB Flash Drive series has achieved NATO Restricted Level Certification. This indicates that, after a detailed validation process, the Kingston IronKey D300, IronKey D300S and IronKey D300SM have been listed in the NATO Information Assurance Product Catalogue (NIAPC) for security products that meet NATO's nations, civil and military bodies' operational requirements. [See Kingston media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 19, 2020
The new intrinsically safe Getac UX10-EX tablet delivers powerful performance in hazardous environments
Getac has announced the launch of the new UX10-EX intrinsically safe (ATEX / IECEx Zone 2/22) fully rugged Windows tablet, delivering powerful, reliable Intel 8th generation Core processor computing performance to professionals operating in hazardous environments. Key features include a 10.1-inch Full HD glove-capable LumiBond touchscreen display with 1000 nits of brightness, offering crystal clarity in all weather conditions. MIL-STD-810G and IP65 ratings ensure operation in temperatures ranging from -6°F to 145°F and drop resistance of up to 6ft. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Friday, February 14, 2020
Zebra announces Q4 and full-year 2019 financials
Zebra Technologies announced net sales of $1,192 million in Q4 2019 compared to $1137 million in Q4 2018. Net income for Q4 2019 was $169 million, compared to $115 million for Q4 2018. Full year 2019 sales were $4.485 billion compared to $4.218 billion in 2018. Net income for 2019 was $544 million, compared with a net income of $421 million in 2018. Net sales in the Enterprise Visibility & Mobility ("EVM") segment (formerly Enterprise segment) were $813 million in Q4 2019 compared with $770 million in the Q4 2018. Asset Intelligence & Tracking ("AIT") segment (formerly Legacy Zebra segment) net sales were $379 million in Q4 of 2019 compared to $367 million in the prior year period. The company expects full-year 2020 net sales to increase approximately 4% to 6% from 2019. [See Zebra Q4 and full year 2019 financials] -- Posted Thursday, February 13, 2020
My-T-Soft enters its fourth decade
My-T-Soft has been around since 1995, done business in four different decades, decades that have seen massive advancements in technology. Back in 1995 Microsoft had just ditched Pen Windows and replaced it with the optional wimpy Pen Services 2.0 in Windows 95. Handwriting recognition was still seen as the key to success for tablets and handhelds. The My-T-Soft folks knew better: it was all about the (on-screen) keyboard. So ever since, they've been selling a growing number of programmable, configurable, customizable onscreen keyboards for any platform and application. Job well done, My-T-Soft! [See My-T-Soft enters fourth decade. Welcome to the Twenties!] -- Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Long-time rugged IT supplier JLT Mobile Computers sets itself up for continued success with new brand identity
JLT Mobile Computers, a leading developer and manufacturer of reliable computers for demanding environments, is continuing its growth strategy under a new brand identity. Having significantly outperformed the competition in its serviceable markets in recent years and posting record sales of SEK 142M in 2019, the new-look JLT is setting sights on further expansion of its market share with a fresh growth strategy centering around expanded product, service, and solutions offerings, with strengthened sales channels, strong R&D and strategic partnerships. [See JLT Mobile media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2020
RuggON SOL PA501 certified as SOTI MobiControl ready
RuggON, a leading manufacturer of rugged solutions announced that its Android 9-based and octa-core powered flagship rugged tablet SOL PA501 is now SOTI MobiControl certified. Empowered by SOTI's enterprise mobility management (EMM) technology, the next-generation tablet is ideally suited for 24/7 on-duty mobile workers, as they often need to deploy multiple devices (handhelds/tablets/laptops) during missions. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Thursday, February 6, 2020
Handheld launches the Algiz RT8, a new ultra-rugged Android tablet
Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today announced the new Algiz RT8 — an ultra-rugged 8-inch Android tablet that makes field work faster and more efficient. The new Algiz RT8 ultra-rugged tablet is prepared for whatever the outside environment delivers — extreme temperatures, vibration, drops, water, and dust. Running Android 9.0 this unique 8-inch tablet allows faster and more efficient work in the field. [See Handheld Group media release] -- Posted Wednesday, February 5, 2020