September 2021

Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) launched today the Trimble® DA2 GNSS receiver for the Trimble Catalyst™ positioning service. The DA2 — the second-generation receiver and antenna for the Catalyst service — now includes the Trimble ProPoint™ GNSS engine for enhanced performance. Unique to the latest Trimble Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) solutions, ProPoint technology reduces convergence times and improves positioning accuracy when operating near trees and buildings. In addition, the Bluetooth®-enabled DA2 adds iOS support to the Catalyst service, greatly increasing the range of devices, workflows and apps that can be used with the Catalyst solution.

Winmate presents the L140TG-4, the world's first 14" convertible rugged laptop
Winmate announced its new Windows 10 IoT Enterprise based L140TG Rugged Laptop powered by Intel® "Tiger Lake" Core™ processors. The fanless L140TG series, which uses a flip design for quick switching between laptop and tablet modes, represents a new generation of compact and lightweight portability in a robust form factor. The L140TG offers comprehensive wireless connectivity options to keep workers connected in even the most remote locations. Its 14-inch Full-HD projected capacitive multi-touch panel with direct optical bonding and anti-glare treatment provides excellent viewability under any lighting condition. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Monday, September 13, 2021

Sonim Technologies launches new XP3plus ultra-rugged flip phone
Sonim Technologies (Nasdaq: SONM) announced today the launch of the XP3plus flip phone, now available at T-Mobile. The new Sonim XP3plus builds on the legacy of its ultra-rugged, and very popular, predecessor, the XP3, to deliver enhanced capabilities for those who work in demanding environments and need simple, fast and reliable voice communications. The XP3plus features a larger display, a bigger battery, additional programmable buttons to improve productivity, and a new intuitive user interface with dynamic soft keys. [See Sonim Technologies media release]
-- Posted Monday, September 13, 2021

Zebra Technologies introduces new Windows 12-inch rugged tablets and 2-in-1s
Zebra Technologies, an innovator at the front line of business with solutions and partners that deliver a performance edge, today introduced the ET80 and ET85 (ET8x series), a new series of Windows 12-inch rugged tablets and 2-in-1s. The ET8x series is designed to improve productivity and safety across multiple industries. These innovative tablets are Zebra's first tablets with support for Wi-Fi 6E and 5G, providing advanced wireless connectivity to help ensure mobile workers remain connected in any environment. [See Zebra media release -- Posted Monday, September 13, 2021

Handheld announces new version of the NAUTIZ X6 ultra-rugged Android phablet
Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today launched a new version of the popular NAUTIZ X6 ultra-rugged phablet, a handheld computer that combines the big-screen functionality of a tablet with the go-anywhere performance of a rugged phone. ith this platform upgrade, the new version of the Nautiz X6 ultra-rugged phablet runs Android 11 and is Android Enterprise Recommended (AER). One of Handheld's most successful products since its launch in 2019, the Nautiz X6 is ideal for industrial and field applications with the reliability to perform in the most challenging outdoor and industrial environments. [See Handheld media release -- Posted Thursday, September 9, 2021

Motorola Solutions launches the first in-car video system enabled by artificial intelligence
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI), today introduced the first AI-enabled in-car video system for law enforcement, the M500. The solution is bringing more powerful capabilities to the police vehicle to enhance awareness and safety while building trust and transparency throughout communities. [See Motorola Solutions media release] -- Posted Wednesday, September 8, 2021