Panasonic has upgraded its Toughbook 19 rugged convertible
tablet PC.
The updated Toughbook 19 now comes with an Intel Core
i5-3320M vPro processor (up to 3.3 GHz) with Intel Turbo
Boost Technology. Other enhancements include expanded
storage, a more responsive touchpad and an ambient light
sensor, allowing automatic backlight shut-off to improve
battery life.
Panasonic Toughbook 19: Key Improvements
- Upgraded processor: Intel Core i5-3320M vPro (up to 3.3
GHz) with Intel Turbo Boost Technology
- Expanded storage: 500 GB 7200 rpm hard drive
(shock-mounted flex-connect with quick release)
- Improved battery life: 10% longer, delivering 10 hours
per MobileMark 2007 testing on the touch model
-Added connectivity options: USB 3.0 port provides up to
10x faster file transfer speeds
- Increased touchpad responsiveness: Now using Interlink?s
VersaPad
- Added ambient light sensor: Allows automatic backlight
shut-off to enhance battery life
- Improved battery calibration tool: Now capable of running
in the background, allowing simultaneous use of
computer
Optional integrated 4G LTE wireless or 3G Gobi mobile
broadband is another key feature of the Toughbook 19,
allowing workers to stay connected virtually all of the
time. Optional GPS technology enables improved accuracy,
fast satellite acquisition time and low power consumption.
The Toughbook 19 also features Intel Centrino Advanced-N
6235 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v. 4.0 + EDR (Class 1)
and numerous other connectivity options.
With ten hours of battery life, the Toughbook 19 is ready
for a full day of work. The computer?s Battery Calibration
Tool can now run in the background, allowing users to work
while the battery is being calibrated.
The Toughbook 19 goes beyond the MIL-STD-810G certification
with the ability to withstand a six-foot drop. The device
also features a shock-mounted hard drive, full magnesium
alloy case and available explosive atmosphere certification
(Class 1 Div 2) for hazardous environments. The Toughbook
19?s IP65 certification provides water and dust resistance.
In addition, the device has a fanless design , improving
reliability by reducing the opportunity for dust or liquid
related ingress issues, typical of challenging works
environments. The 10.1-inch XGA touchscreen
TransreflectivePlus display with anti-reflective and
anti-glare screen treatments, plus a circular polarizing
filter, provides a greatoutdoor viewing experience, even in
direct sunlight.
In the United States, the Toughbook 19 is available in from
authorized Panasonic resellers starting at an estimated
street price of $3,549.