April 2026
Panasonic Connect launches the TOUGHBOOK 56
Panasonic Connect North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, today launched the TOUGHBOOK 56, a powerful, modular rugged laptop purposefully built to empower mobile workers in sectors including public safety, utilities, enterprise and federal. TOUGHBOOK 56 delivers high performance computing, expanded connectivity speeds options, enhanced thermal management, and advanced security. Backed by new warranty options, it provides customers with greater flexibility and long-term peace of mind. [See Panasonic media review] -- Posted Thursday, April 16, 2026
FULL REVIEW: Durabook R10 rugged tablet
With their new R10, Durabook offers a compelling entry into the popular 10-inch segment of the rugged Windows tablet market. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra 200V Series processors, the new R10 meets Microsoft's Copilot+ PC requirements, is highly configurable, offers a wide range of expansion modules, has a bright 1000 nits display, and offers excellent performance for both traditional Windows applications and increasingly important AI-assisted and AI-accelerated workloads. See our full review of the Durabook R10] -- Posted Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Getac expands Video Suite platform with Evidence OnSite Mobile App to capture digital evidence
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, announced the launch of the Getac Evidence OnSite Mobile App, a companion field-ready application that enables law enforcement officers to capture, organize, and securely upload digital evidence in real time on their department issued iOS or Android mobile device. As law enforcement agencies manage increasing volumes of digital evidence and stricter chain-of-custody requirements, Getac Evidence OnSite extends the Getac Video Suite platform by bringing documentation directly into the field. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Wednesday, April 15, 2026
DT Research debuts GMS-Enabled DA323EP rugged tablets for logistics at MODEX 2026
DT Research, a U.S. leader in precision-engineered computing solutions designed for mission-critical and demanding environments, today announced the DA323EP GMS-enabled Android rugged tablet, a new class of large-screen rugged mobility for real-time logistics and warehouse workflows. With Google Mobile Services (GMS) built in, the DA323EP provides seamless access to Google applications and enterprise tools, enabling app-driven operations for tracking, navigation, communication, and data capture across the supply chain. [See DT Research media release] -- Posted Monday, April 13, 2026
Zebra Technologies showcases solutions at MODEX 2026 to accelerate the supply chain
Zebra Technologies, (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating workflows to deliver intelligent operations, will demonstrate a powerful ecosystem of manufacturing, warehouse, and supply chain solutions at MODEX 2026. From April 13-16 in Booth #B11902 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, the company will demonstrate new innovative hardware and software solutions designed to improve supply chain visibility and frontline productivity. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Thursday, April 9, 2026
PC Market enters volatile year with confidence, recording another quarter of positive growth, according to IDC
Global PC shipments grew 2.5% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2026, reaching 65.6 million units, according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. Despite deteriorating macroeconomic conditions and memory shortage issues, the PC market recorded another quarter of positive growth. This growth was mostly fueled by the anticipation of rising component prices, Windows 10 migration, and new product introductions. [SeeIDC media release] -- Posted Thursday, April 9, 2026
Winmate expands rugged tablet lineup with "Twin Lake" Intel Processor N150
Winmate announced an expanded configuration of its Windows rugged tablet portfolio powered by Intel® Processor N150 (Twin Lake). The lineup now includes two field-ready form factors: M116AN (11.6” FHD) and M101AN (10.1” WUXGA), enabling industrial teams to standardize on an energy-efficient platform optimized for battery runtime, fanless thermal headroom, and consistent responsiveness. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, April 9, 2026
FULL REVIEW: Getac UX10 -- rugged, AI-ready tablet
Now in its fifth generation, the Getac UX10 remains a strong contender in the popular 10-inch rugged tablet segment. In our detailed review, the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 "V" equipped UX10 — which qualifies for Microsoft's "Copilot+ PC" designation — delivered excellent performance, superb energy efficiency, a bright bright 1,000-nit display, and modular expandability, rendering it a promising fit for evolving edge and AI-enhanced workflows. [See Getac UX10] -- Posted Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Quantum tunneling technology that turns any surface into a force & touch interface
At Touch Taiwan 2026 (April 8 to 10, Booth L717), Nanomade will demonstrate a patented sensor technology that transforms metal, glass, plastic, and other everyday surfaces into interactive force & touch interfaces. The company has ongoing projects with several Taiwanese customers. At the show, Nanomade will run live demos on laptops, wearables, headphones, and consumer electronics, including metal surfaces, product categories where Taiwanese manufacturers and brands lead global production. [See Nanomade media release] -- Posted Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Motorola Solutions extends resilient, mission-critical communications and AI with T-Satellite from T-Mobile
Motorola Solutions and T-Mobile announced a collaboration to bring satellite connectivity to Motorola Solutions' APX NEXT smart radios. The radios, designed to intelligently unify networks including land mobile radio (LMR), 5G and Wi-Fi, can now operate leveraging T-Priority from T-Mobile - bringing first responders more capacity and faster speeds. They can also access T-Satellite with Starlink's low earth orbit (LEO) direct-to-cell satellite network for seamlessly extended connectivity. Together, these technologies deliver resilient communications and real-time intelligence for first responders wherever the mission leads. [See Motorola Solutions media release] -- Posted Wednesday, April 8, 2026
FULL REVIEW: Mobile Demand xTablet T8655
The MobileDemand xTablet T8655 is one of the few rugged 8-inch Windows tablets currently available, designed for warehouse, manufacturing, field service, and industrial data-capture work. RuggedPCReview examined and tested the T8655 — successor to the long-running T8650 — in detail and found much to like: Greatly improved performance, brighter display with higher resolution, modern connectivity, numerous data capture options, as well as an extensive ecosystem of docks and accessories. [See full review of the MobileDemand T8655] -- Posted Monday, April 6, 2026
Trimble to acquire Document Crunch
Trimble announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Document Crunch, a leader in construction-specific AI document analysis and risk management across the project lifecycle. The acquisition will allow Trimble to incorporate document intelligence and compliance automation across the Trimble® Construction ecosystem, enhancing existing workflows in project management and construction ERP systems. Financial terms were not disclosed. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Monday, April 6, 2026
Discover Winmate's rugged tablets & AI edge computing at MODEX 2026
As a global leader in rugged computing and industrial solutions, Winmate is thrilled to invite you to the upcoming MODEX 2026 exhibition in Atlanta, USA! We welcome you to visit Booth A6118 to experience firsthand our latest AI edge computing and mobile solutions, tailored specifically to withstand harsh environmental challenges in the industrial and logistics sectors. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, April 2, 2026
AI Innovation from Teguar
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way businesses operate, offering new opportunities that were previously unimaginable. But to truly harness the power of AI, you need the right technology. And to navigate the shifting landscape effectively and with maximum ROI, having a reliable hardware partner is crucial. That is where Teguar comes in, providing robust and efficient hardware solutions with dedicated human support to propel your AI initiatives. [Read Teguar article about GPUs, NPUs, AI tech and AI hardware acceleration] -- Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Spectra Defense Technologies unveils G2 Ultra Rugged microNAS
Spectra Defense Technologies (Spectra) announced the launch of the G2 Ultra Rugged microNAS (G2), a compact network attached storage (NAS) system designed to help the U.S. armed forces and allied defense partners capture and manage large volumes of mission data on Size, Weight and Power (SWaP)-constrained platforms. Spectra will showcase the G2 this week at the AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exposition in Huntsville, Alabama, at Booth 110. [See Spectra Defense technologies media release] -- Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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