November 2021

The Unitech EA520 an Android-based handheld computer with integrated scanner — an update over the existing Unitech EA500+ — is a solution for an era where almost everyone is familiar with their smartphone, and most smartphones Android. It looks and works about the same as a standard smartphone, with the exception that it is a lot more durable and can handle routine work-related tasks, such as industrial-grade scanning and other data capture. The device starts at US$850. [See description, analysis and specs of the Unitech EA520]

Full review: Emdoor EM-T60 5.7-inch rugged Android OEM handheld
Not everyone knows that most computer companies don't actually make their computers anymore. Someone else does. It's become a complex system of designing, marketing, rebranding, contract manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers. RuggedPCReview examined one of the rugged Android OEM handhelds by Emdoor Information, one of China's emerging rugged computer original equipment designers and manufacturers. You may see, or have seen, this platform under well-known names. [See full review of the Emdoor EM-T60 rugged Android OEM handheld] -- Posted Monday, November 29, 2021 by chb

Overview: Handheld's updated Nautiz X9
Swedish Handheld Group has established an impressive record as the provider of one of the most complete and most cohesive lineups of rugged handheld computers and rugged tablets. Not an easy task when hardware and software progress as quickly as it does. Handheld is keeping pace, though, and here's an overview of their recently introduced and extensively updated Nautiz X9. [See description, analysis and specs of the Handheld Nautiz X9, now with Android 11] -- Posted Thursday, November 11, 2021 by chb

Handheld launches new version of its ultra-rugged PDA, the NAUTIZ X9
Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today announced a new version of its NAUTIZ X9 PDA: an ultra-rugged enterprise handheld built for fieldwork in the most challenging outdoor and industrial environments. With an upgraded platform, the Nautiz X9 Android rugged handheld runs Android 11 and is Android Enterprise Recommended (AER). Designed to handle the toughest conditions, the Nautiz X9 is built with a sturdy magnesium casing. It is targeted for mobile computing and data collection in industrial and field applications where reliability is critical and ruggedness is key. [See Handheld Group media release] -- Posted Wednesday, November 10, 2021 by chb

Trimble announces Q3 2021 financials
Trimble reported record revenue of US$901.4 million in Q3 of 2021 compared to US$792.1 million in Q3 of 2020, up 14% year over year. GAP net income for Q3 2021 was US$124.0 million compared to US$84.7 million for Q3 2020. For the full-year 2021, Trimble now expects to report GAAP revenue between $3,590 million and $3,640 million. Rob Painter, Trimble's president and CEO said, "Growth in total revenue, annualized recurring revenue, and adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter demonstrate the value of our ongoing commitment to innovation for our end markets as they continue to digitize." [See Trimble press release] -- Posted Thursday, November 4, 2021 by chb

Review: Janam GT1 Mobile Entry Pedestal
In this era of distancing and doing things with as little physical contact or proximity as possible, check-ins, identification, paying, and other such activities can slow us down or be downright intimidating. Janam offers an innovative contactless solution with their Janam GT1 Mobile Entry Pedestal that can handle a whole bunch of different scanned and wireless identification and payment methods (including Apple Wallet and Google Pay). [See description and analysis of the Janam GT1 Mobile Entry Pedestal] -- Posted Tuesday, November 2, 2021 by chb

Zebra Technologies announces Q3 2021 financials
Zebra Technologies reported sales of US$1,436 million in Q3 of 2021 compared to US$1,132 million in Q3 of 2020. Net sales in the Enterprise Visibility & Mobility segment (i.e. what used to be the enterprise business of Motorola Solutions) were US$1,050 million in Q3 2021 compared with $795 million in Q3 2020. Net income for Q3 2021 was US$199 million, compared to net income of US$116 million in Q3 20120. The company expects fourth-quarter 2021 net sales to increase approximately 8% to 12% from the fourth quarter of 2020. [See Zebra press release] -- Posted Tuesday, November 2, 2021 by chb