September 2019

The Winmate M900P is one of the few available 8-inch fully-rugged tablet, offering full Windows 10 on an excellent display that's larger than the largest phone while being smaller, lighter and handier than 10-inch tablets. What sets the M900P further apart is the availability of the dedicated VG100 vehicle gateway that provides CAN bus, RS485, digital I/O and vehicle power to the tablet. This vastly increases the tablet's deployment potential into SAE J1939, OBD2, CANopen and many other CAN bus-based applications. [See review of the Winmate M900P rugged tablet and VG100 vehicle gateway]

Getac Select delivers comprehensive, specialized solutions to customers across a wide range of sectors and applications
Getac has today announced the launch of its new Getac Select program, offering a fast and reliable way for customers to solve complex IT challenges. Getac Select combines carefully chosen, pre-configured rugged devices, software, accessories and professional services into a series of specialized solutions, optimized for individual applications and user groups. Each solution draws on extensive customer feedback and Getac's deep industry experience to create particularly advantageous combinations of products and services that can't be found anywhere else as a single offering. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Monday, September 30, 2019 by chb

Introducing the Geode GNS2 sub-meter GPS receiver
Juniper Systems is excited to announce the release of the Geode GNS2 Sub-meter GPS Receiver. This new release of the Geode now features connectivity with a range of iPhone and iPad devices providing users with an even more versatile and powerful tool. This is made possible by the Geode's new MFi certification. MFi stands for Made For iPhone, iPad. The Geode GNS2 retains all the features and connectivity of the original Geode while adding this support for iPhone and iPad. [See Juniper media release] -- Posted Tuesday, September 24, 2019 by chb

Istanbul Airport optimizes aircraft turnaround times with automated refueling solution powered by Getac
Getac Getac today announced its rugged solutions are being used by IGA Airport Fuel Services (IGA Havalimani Akaryakit Hizmetleri A.S.) to power the state-of-the-art automated aircraft refueling system at Istanbul Airport, the world's largest airport. Getac's F110 rugged tablet provides a comprehensive solution that allows the airport's fleet of 'hydrant dispenser' vehicles to remotely connect with a central control system from anywhere on the apron and initiate the automatic refueling process. As a result, every aircraft can be prepared for its next departure in around 45 minutes, helping the airport maintain a tight schedule. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Monday, September 23, 2019 by chb

Review: Winmate FM07 vehicle-mount computer
Wenn it comes to vehicle-mount computers, size can matter. When it does, customers need a tough, rugged, reliable unit small enough to fit anywhere and not get in the way, but still large and powerful enough to run Windows 10 software. Winmate's FM07 fits the bill with a very bright 7-inch procap screen, great customization potential, and excellent wired and wireless onboard communication. [See review of the Winmate FM07 7-inch vehicle-mount PC] -- Posted Monday, September 23, 2019 by chb

Zebra Technologies introduces new solutions to improve retailers' performance edge
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the edge of the enterprise with solutions and partners that enable businesses to gain a performance edge, announces easy-to-deploy, cost-effective solutions to streamline retailers' operations from front-of-store to the warehouse. In today's on-demand economy, these solutions help retailers improve inventory management and increase store associate productivity which ultimately elevates the customer experience. Leveraging its Android expertise, Zebra introduces two new form factors to its market-leading Android portfolio: the EC30 Enterprise Companion mobile computer and the ET51/ET56 rugged tablets. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Tuesday, September 17, 2019 by chb

New line of DT Research POS rugged tablets lower TCO for restaurants, hospitality and retail businesses
DT Research, the leading designer and manufacturer of purpose-built computing solutions for vertical markets, today announced the DT306CR, DT318CR and DT310CR rugged tablets, developed with built-in Point-of-Service (POS) features in a rugged form designed to stand up to the tough environments within restaurants, hospitality, retail and logistics businesses. The tablets are MIL-STD 810G rated to withstand four feet drops, liquid spills, vibrations, dust and extreme temperatures. [See DT Research media release] -- Posted Thursday, September 12, 2019 by chb