October 2023

FIRST LOOK: Dell Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme Tablet
Sometimes you need a big rugged Windows tablet, sometimes a smaller, lighter one is better. Dell didn't have one of the latter, but now they do. The new Latitude 7030 is a 10-inch class rugged tablet that weighs 21% less than the larger Latitude 7230, and that can make a difference. In terms of tech and performance the 7030 is virtually identical to the powerful 12-inch 7230. [See first look at the Dell Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme Tablet] -- Posted Monday, October 30, 2023 by chb

FIRST LOOK: RuggON's updated PX501 rugged 10-inch tablet
For years, RuggON's 10-inch Rextorm line has been a superb and highly versatile hardware platform for a variety of applications that require reliable performance even in extreme environments. The just announced latest version benefits from a substantial technology update while preserving the inherent benefits or the platform and design. RuggedPCReview takes a first look and offers our assessment. [See first look at the RuggON PX501] -- Posted Tuesday, October 24, 2023 by chb

FULL REVIEW: Durabook U11 11.6-inch rugged WIndows tablet
Durabook's handy but very rugged 3-pound Windows 11 tablet. Updated to Intel 12th generation Core processors and related technology, the latest version of the U11 checks all the marks of a competent computing tool for work in the toughest environments. What sets the U11 apart is its fully enclosed design, eliminating the possibility of a failing fan. [See full review of the Durabook U11] -- Posted Monday, October 23, 2023 by chb

RuggON adds 13th generation Intel Core processors to Rextorm PX501 fully rugged tablet
RuggON, an international maker of ruggedized mobile solutions, announced today it has added advanced Intel Core 13th generation i5/i7 processors to its Rextorm PX501 fully rugged tablet. The unit is the first device in its class to be built around the latest Core processors. These powerful state-of-the-art U-series CPUs feature integrated Iris Xe graphics for enhanced visual presentation and superior performance in challenging environments. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Thursday, October 19, 2023 by chb

Connected care: The power of the first responder medical tablet
A new blog entry in the DT Research Rugged Tech Talk blog highlights the importance of rugged tablet computers in emergency medical services where every second may count in saving lives. But medical tablets for first responders can also enhance the continuity of care, become integral parts of connected healthcare ecosystems, serve as telehealth-on-the-go portals, and generate timely precise billings. [See the DT Research Connected care: The power of the first responder medical tablet post] -- Posted Thursday, October 19, 2023 by chb