Tag: Panasonic Toughbooks
Panasonic Announces 12.1″ Business Rugged Toughbook S9 w/ DVD Drive
Panasonic introduced the Panasonic Toughbook S9, a 12.1″ business rugged notebook that weighs 3 pounds and includes an integrated DVD drive. The Toughbook S9 is a member of the Toughbook line of notebooks which can handle the falls and the accidents of frequent travel and business use. The Toughbook S9 is powered by a 2.4GHz [...]
Can the New Toughbook 31 Survive a 20-foot Drop?
We recently shared the release of Panasonic’s new Toughbook 31, a rugged notebook PC designed for extreme environments like those encountered by military, law enforcement and field workers. In our first look, Panasonic already proved that the Toughbook 31 could be dropped six feet with no ill effects. But how would it hold up to [...]
Panasonic Toughbook 31: Most Powerful Fully Rugged Notebook (video)
The Toughbook 31 is being introduced today as the most powerful fully-rugged notebook on the market. The Toughbook 31 is even more durable than its predecessor and is available with an Intel Core i5 processor. The Toughbook 31 is designed for military, law enforcement and field workers who can’t afford any downtime due to hazards [...]
The Right Notebook for the Job
People looking to buy a new computer often ask me “What’s the best notebook?” My answer to that question is simple: There isn’t a best notebook. Instead of looking for the ‘best’ notebook, individuals and organizations should find the right tool for the job. The FBI is an example of an organization that’s chosen the [...]
Panasonic Toughbook Overview (video)
Kyp Walls, Panasonic’s director of product management, gave an overview of the Toughbook brand and products. I’ve seen ToughBooks at trade shows and in use before, but it was great getting the full rundown from an expert.
Case Study: ToughBooks Used in Freezing Conditions to Keep the Lights On
For some users, a standard notebook isn’t even an option and a notebook that can stand up to cold and wet conditions is necessary. The Panasonic ToughBook CF19 is one such notebook and the folks at ArborMetrics Solution use it to keep in contact with headquarters while they help keep trees away from power lines amongst other tasks.
Panasonic 7 Series Toughbook Introduced
Panasonic unveiled its 7 Series Toughbooks, built to withstand the bumps and drops of corporate life. The series includes the new T7 tablet, ultraportable W7 and the Y7, all of which way in at 3.7 pounds or less.
Panasonic Toughbook 52 Announced
Panasonic annunced the Toughbook 52, its latest semi-rugged desktop replacement notebook, based on Intels’s new Santa Rosa chipset.The Toughbook 52 comes equipped with additional security features, a new carrying handle and optional embedded wireless broadband.
How Tougbooks Get Tough
Panasonic builds a particularly tough notebook that’s designed to stand up to whatever first-responders and clumsy businessmen can throw at them. Riyad from Trusted Reviews was lucky enough to visit Panasonic’s design and manufacturing plant in Osaka. In a lengthy report, he details how ToughBooks are built and tested. Unlike most notebook companies, Panasonic does [...]
Toughbook W5 and Y5 Get Makeovers
Panasonic has updated its lightweight and durable Toughbook eLite notebook line with new colors. The 12.1-inch (2.7in) pound W5 gets âہCrown Blue,â€Â while the 14.1-inch Y5 can be clad in âہBrown Bronze.â€Â The colors are by Pantone, which says âہCrown Blueâ€Â connotes independence and creativity. âہBrown Bronzeâ€Â is a rustic earthy color Pantone created to [...]
