The new Android™ tablet is designed to be more durable than consumer-grade tablets, and boasts a number of unique security, functionality and reliability features – including a heat-treated hardened glass display designed to resist high impacts; and chip-embedded security to foil hackers.
The Panasonic Toughpad will be available through authorised Panasonic resellers from the 15th November 2012, with prices starting from $1,499.
Deane Hornsby, Toughbook Group Manager, Panasonic Australia said the Panasonic Toughpad’s rugged body and convenient tablet form makes it perfect for a range of Australian field workers and business users who require access, anywhere, at any time.
“The Toughpad delivers all of the flexibility of a tablet coupled with the quality and operational confidence that companies have come to expect from Panasonic,” Hornsby said.
“Many other tablets used in the workplace are prone to operational failure, which can cause thousands of dollars in downtime and repair.* Panasonic has taken the approach of creating a device that lasts the distance, minimizing downtime, support and reducing inefficiency costs.”
Key Panasonic Toughpad features include:
- An anti-glare low-reflection screen and high brightness LCD which can be viewed in even harsh lighting conditions;
- A high-precision multi-touch screen and stylus which can be used to accurately capture information such as signatures or detailed drawings;
- A security processor in the chip protects against hacking, which is extremely useful should a device containing sensitive or confidential information be lost;
- A robust fully-rugged design that can withstand with 1.2 metre drops; and is sealed against dust and water spills;
- A satellite-based GPS and optional embedded 3G mobile broadband; and,
- A long-life battery designed to operate for around 10 hours.
Hornsby said potential Toughpad customers would include defence personnel, highly-mobile field forces such as emergency services and utilities, as well as those in hospitality, health care, fast moving consumer goods, education, manufacturing and corporate organisations.
“Combined with mobile 3G broadband connectivity, the Android-based Toughbook tablet will offer quick access to applications and data that could significantly improve a field worker’s ability to make critical decisions that enhance customer service, improve response times and deliver results,” Hornsby said.
“The Toughpad tablet is especially suited for Australian light field applications such as construction, field sales, emergency services or the public sector, where exposure to extreme environments is a constant challenge and the consequences of failure are significant.”
The Toughpad will be available through authorised Panasonic Toughbook distributors and resellers from the 15th November 2012. For more information on the Panasonic Toughbook range please visit www.panasonic.com.au or call 132 600.
Panasonic's new fully rigid android tablet.
