New Algiz 7 rugged tablet from Handheld

09 February 2010, 11:22am

Handheld Europe announces new rugged Tablet loaded with built in features plus IP65 and MIL-STD 810G ruggedness.

Handheld Europe introduced today the all new Algiz 7 rugged tablet PC. The Algiz 7 is an ultra rugged mobile 7-inch widescreen tablet that runs Microsoft Windows 7 Professional operating system and features an Intel Atom 1.6 GHz processor with 64 GB Solid State hard drive and 2 GB of DDR2 RAM.

The Algiz 7 comes standard with Bluetooth, WLAN and GPS as well as a built-in 2-megapixel camera with LED light. Optional 3G cellular capabilities provide high-speed GSM/UMTS/EVDO data transmission. The Algiz 7 is ready for Gobi™ 2000 technology and has built in antennas - which means that you’ll be able to work on your choice of wireless frequency anywhere in the world.

Handhelds unique MaxView™ screen technology is the latest in outdoor view ability ensuring the user the best outdoor screen visibility available on the market. The hot-swappable 2400 mAh dual battery pack lets you change batteries without shutting down thus giving you the run time needed from your tablet.

“Our partners have come to expect cutting-edge technology from Handheld”, said Thomas Löfblad, Managing Director of Handheld Europe. “With the development of the Algiz 7 our target was set high and we are very pleased to conclude that not only have we achieved this target but actually surpassed it. Our new product meets all the market requirements, lightweight, powerful, massive safe storage, ultra rugged, best in class screen, all features fully integrated and hot swappable batteries. The fact that we are able to offer this at a very compelling price makes it all the more attainable. The Algiz 7 hits that sweet spot and will undoubtedly be just what the field users have needed.”

“Not all our customers will be familiar with the benefits of Gobi 2000 technology”, continued Löfblad. “It supports both 3G and EVDO. This is truly a technology that allows our users to go anywhere in the world and use the Algiz 7 with high speed data networks.”

The Algiz 7 is IP65 rated and meets stringent MIL-STD-810G military standards for withstanding humidity, vibration, drops and extreme temperatures. Weighing in at just under 1.1 kilos makes it one of the lightest 7” tablets on the market.

The Algiz 7 will be shown at trade shows all over the world in the coming months and orders can be placed immediately. First customer shipping will begin in March.

About Handheld:

Handheld Europe AB is a European supplier of rugged mobile computers and PDAs on the EMEA market. Handheld Europe and its partners deliver complete mobility solutions to businesses in industries such as forestry, logistics, public transportation, construction, service & maintenance, military and security. Handheld Europe is a subsidiary of Handheld Group AB, a company specializing in rugged field computing solutions. The Handheld Group is based in Sweden and has local offices in Finland, the Netherlands, Italy and the USA. For more information, please see the link below.

Handheld Europe AB

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