2012 Rugged Computing Year in Review


2012 was an exciting and busy year for Group Mobile! Here are just a few of the highlights from the past 12 months. Click the links to read more on our website – GroupMobile.com or check out our Best of 2012 Review.

New Rugged Computer Products

Here are a few of the new products from 2012

Getac Z710 – Android-powered tablet engineered to be protected against drops, shocks, spills, and vibration
Panasonic Toughbook SX2 – Business-rugged notebook designed for mobile professionals and road warriors
Trimble Juno T41 – Powerful, connected, and compact rugged handheld / smartphone solution for mobile workforces 
Panasonic Toughbook C2 – Semi-rugged convertible featuring the Windows 8 operating system for an incredible mobile computing experience   
Unitech TB100 Compact and economical tablet computer that is durable enough to stand up to business outside the four walls 
DRS ARMOR X7et– Rugged tablet that combines a user-friendly interface with field-tested durability  
Trimble Yuma 2 – Rugged tablet that has the features you need to get essential work done no matter where that work takes you (pictured)
Getac PS336 – Field-ready, fully rugged handheld built for power, functionality, and ruggedness   

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Group Mobile Best Sellers

A selection of our Best Sellers from 2012

Panasonic Toughbook 31Reliable, ultra-rugged laptop offering high performance (pictured) 
RAM MountsAn affordable and flexible mounting solution for nearly any vehicle 
Xplore iX104C5 Rugged tablet designed for the most challenging work environments  
Getac S400One of the most durable semi-rugged notebooks on the market 
General Dynamics Itronix GD8200 – This fully rugged notebook offers uncompromising performance even in extreme conditions 
Trimble NomadPacks functionality into  one of the most powerful rugged handheld computers available 
Motion J3500Tablet PC for mobile professionals requiring a tough device for working conditions such as construction, field services, and
healthcare 

 

New Motion F5t & C5t Rugged Rugged Tablets

New Motion F5t  Tablet 

The Motion F5t is an innovative tablet designed specifically for field service and mobile professionals. It weighs only 3.3 pounds and features a durable design. The F5t will increase efficiency and productivity by enabling constant, real-time communications while in the field. It allows users to keep track of important documents, take and store pictures, fill out forms, capture signatures, email, and more.
 
The Motion F5t comes standard with several features such as an ergonomic carrying handle, fingerprint reader, 10.4″ display and integrated Bluetooth®. It also includes integrated digital cameras (rear 3.0 MP and front 1.3MP web camera), RFID, Gobi, optional SmartCard reader, optional barcode scanner, and optional GPS module. 

The F5t is available with an optional dual-input display to support both capacitive two-finger touch and digitizer pen for increased flexibility and ease-of-use while gathering, accessing, or transmitting data. Add the optional View Anywhere® technology for outdoor visibility and Gorilla® Glass for durability, and users get the advantage of an industry-leading display optimized for mobile environments. Learn More about the Motion F5t…

New Motion C5t Healthcare Tablet 

The sealed Motion C5t Mobile Clinical Assistant (MCA) is a hospital-grade tablet specifically designed for use by clinicians across healthcare environments. Its durable, disinfectable design, advanced ergonomics, and integrated features provide enhanced productivity. It brings dependable, automated patient data management straight to the point of care. 
The Motion C5t is lightweight, yet rugged enough to withstand 3-foot drops, bumps, dust, spills, and temperature extremes. The C5t is easily cleaned and disinfected with standard cleansers, making it a great mobile computing solution for medical offices and hospitals. 

The Motion C5t comes standard with several integrated features such as an ergonomic carrying handle, digital cameras (rear 3.0 MP and front 1.3MP web camera), fingerprint reader, 10.4″ display, and integrated Bluetooth. The Motion C5 medical tablet also includes RFID, barcode scanner, optional integrated mobile broadband, and optional Motion View Anywhere® display technology. Learn More about the Motion C5t…

fliTablet™ Hands-Free Tablet Stand and $500 for 500

Introducing the fliTablet Hands-Free Tablet Stand



With tablet computers playing a more integral part of everyday life, what better time for Group Mobile to introduce its high quality hands-free tablet floor stand? The fliTabletis a sturdy, well engineered tablet stand that will securely hold the most popular, lightweight tablet computers, including the iPad, Kindle Fire 8.9″, Panasonic Toughpad A1, Motion CL900 series, and many other lightweight tablet computers. 

The fliTablet is machined out of high-quality aluminum alloy, cold rolled steel, and durable ABS Polycarbonate to ensure proper fitment and unmatched toughness. The fliTablet is uniquely engineered to accommodate any viewing position with the 360° locking swivel head, flexible 1.6′ goose neck, and telescopic cylinder that adjusts from 3′ to 4.6′. 

Group Mobile is offering the fliTablet for $59, however for a limited time if you “Like” Group Mobile on Facebook, we will reduce the price to only $49 via an exclusive coupon code. Pre-order the fliTablet today!
$500 for 500 on Facebook

Group Mobile is also proud to announce a drawing for a $500 Group Mobile gift card! The first 500 Facebook users to “Like” the Group Mobile Facebook page, will be entered in a random drawing to win a $500 Group Mobile Gift Card! Our Facebook page is constantly being updated with the latest information about rugged computers, accessories, and exclusive offers. So, if you’re the kind of person who could use a $500 Group Mobile gift card, and also enjoys the latest news about rugged computers, sign up for our $500 for 500 contest by “Liking” us on Facebook today*.

*Must be in the first 500 Facebook users to “Like” Group Mobile’s Facebook page to be eligible to win a $500 gift card good towards any purchase on GroupMobile.com in a random drawing. Group Mobile employees are not eligible.