June 2019

Getac has released the Getac UX, a rugged 10-inch tablet available with an optional keyboard that converts the tablet into a full-function notebook. With a 1,000 nits display, a choice of four high-performance Intel 8th gen Core processors, very powerful batteries, and extensive customization possibilities, the Getac UX10 is not only a Panasonic Toughbook 20 competitor, but also a strong entry in the 10-inch rugged tablet market. [See description, analysis and specs of the Getac UX10]

Zebra study: Six in 10 plan warehouse automation to augment labor by 2024
Zebra Technologies Corporation announced the results of its 2024 Warehousing Vision Study, analyzing IT and operations decision makers' current and planned strategies for modernizing their warehouses, distribution centers and fulfillment centers. The study reports on the forward-thinking fulfillment strategies companies are focusing on to keep up with the growth of the on-demand economy. 77% of respondents agree that augmenting workers with technology is the best way to introduce automation in the warehouse, but only 35% have a clear understanding of where to start automating. 87% of decision makers are currently in the process of or planning to expand the size of their warehouses by 2024, with 82% anticipating an increase in the number of warehouses during this timeframe. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2019

JLT Mobile Computers presents next generation vehicle-mount computers at TOC Europe
JLT Mobile Computers, a leading developer and manufacturer of reliable computers for demanding environments, showcases its game-changing JLT6012 vehicle-mount computer at the TOC Europe global container supply chain event in Rotterdam from 18-20 June 2019. Well suited for the high reliability and security requirements of port settings, the JLT6012 mobile terminal can be custom-built to fit the exact needs of shippers, carriers, port authorities, global operators, and third party logistics.[See JLT Mobile media release] -- Posted Thursday, June 13, 2019

Full review: Estone Technology MJ-80 rugged Android tablet
Estone Technology is a Toledo, Ohio based provider of OEM/ODM solutions focussing on tablet and Panel PC products. Estone offers about a dozen different tablet platforms of various sizes, some targeted at medical markets, others as general purpose rugged tablets for various industrial and vertical markets. RuggedPCReview.com examined the Estone MJ-80 rugged 8-inch Android tablet with special emphasis on flexibility and suitability for OEM customers, resellers, and turnkey solutions providers. [See full review of the Estone Technology MJ-80] -- Posted Sunday, June 9, 2019