March 2025

ProMat 2025 Video Recap
View this recap of everything ProMat 2025 had to offer it’s 52,223 visitors, including 1,160 exhibits and 215 engaging educational sessions spanning 659,000 square feet. With interactive product demonstrations, expert-led educational sessions, powerful keynotes, and unmatched networking opportunities, this event brought the entire supply chain community together for the biggest event of 2025. [View ProMat 2025 video recap] -- Posted Friday, March 28, 2025

Darveen RTC-I116 rugged tablet enhances performance for manufacturing and warehouse workers
Darveen, a global provider of rugged industrial computer solutions, Darveen recognizes rugged tablets as the ideal companion for manufacturing. From warehouses to shop floors, these devices enable workers to access key data anytime, significantly boosting operational efficiency. The newly launched RTC-I116 is the perfect embodiment of this vision, helping warehouse staff monitor inventory and assisting maintenance teams in identifying equipment issues to maximize machine uptime. [See Darveen media release] -- Posted Friday, March 28, 2025

Cincoze launches 15.6" FHD Panel PC and monitor for industrial and outdoor applications
Cincoze has added a new 15.6-inch FHD display option for HMI applications in harsh environments to its Display Computing — CRYSTAL product line. Almost 20 new products have been launched at this time, including rugged industrial panel PCs (CV-W115FH/P) and monitors (CV-W115FH/M) suitable for general harsh environments, as well as sunlight readable panel PCs (CS-W115FH/P) and monitors (CS-W115FH/M) designed for high-brightness outdoor environments, providing even more comprehensive options across the CRYSTAL product line. [See Cincoze media release] -- Posted Thursday, March 27, 2025

Getac's rugged technology deployed by Hertz to enhance customer experience and streamline operations
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, today announced that Hertz (NASDAQ: HTZ), one of the world's leading vehicle rental companies, has deployed Getac's rugged hardware and software solutions to enhance customer service. Hertz implemented Getac's UX10 rugged tablet and software at some sites across the U.S., to enhance the airport pick up and drop off experience by removing manual processes and enabling agents to serve more customers more quickly at peak times. This helped to streamline workflows and decrease wait times, ultimately enhancing the speed and quality of service provided to customers. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Durabook showcases AI-powered rugged solutions at HANNOVER MESSE, driving industrial efficiency and sustainability
Durabook A global rugged mobile solutions brand owned by Twinhead International Corporation, has announced that it will be showcasing its cutting-edge rugged products at HANNOVER MESSE for the first time next month. Durabook will showcase its two newly-launched AI PCs, the Z14I fully rugged laptop and theS14I semi-rugged laptop, which are transforming smart manufacturing by supporting powerful, dynamic and evolving work at the edge. Visitors can also learn more about Durabook's cutting-edge R8-EX and U11I-EX ATEX-certified tablets. [See Durabook media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Winmate teams up with Nvidia at Taiwan AI Robotics Festival to drive AI Edge computing innovation
Winmate, a global leader in rugged computing, is partnering with Nvidia at the Taiwan AI Robotics Festival to present the latest in AI edge computing. The lineup includes the S101NT AI Rugged Tablet, NTDRW-500 DIN RAIL (Jetson Nano), AGX BOX (WNAI-E600), and WNAI-E800 Edge AI Computer, all equipped with NVIDIA GPU support to power smart manufacturing, defense, transportation, and healthcare applications. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Getac honored in the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide
Getac Technology Corporation, Inc., a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, has been honored by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, with inclusion in the prestigious 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide. This annual guide is an essential resource for solution providers seeking vendor partner programs that match their business goals and deliver high partner value. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Kirby-Smith Machinery becomes first Trimble Technology Outlet in the U.S.
Trimble announced Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. as the first Trimble Technology Outlet based in the United States. Kirby-Smith Machinery will now sell and support Trimble grade control technology directly to customers using Komatsu, Takeuchi and Hamm earthmoving equipment. Contractors can now purchase Trimble technology from Kirby-Smith, including the Trimble Works Subscription, which provides an easy entry-point, predictable monthly payment, upgrade flexibility, software and firmware maintenance and more. [See Trimble media release] -- Posted Monday, March 24, 2025

Winmate presents budget-friendly large-size rugged tablets for industrial applications
Customers in industries such as public safety, field service, industrial automation or defense require , rugged durable and high-performing mobile computing solutions, but find that the cost of such equipment is often a budget barrier. That's where the Winmate D140 Rugged Tablet series stands out. The line represents the most cost-effective option among their large-size rugged tablets, with the D140 offering an ideal balance of performance, durability and affordability. This makes Winmate D140 products perfect for technicians, field workers, and industrial professionals who need reliable computing in their daily workflow. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, March 20, 2025

FULL REVIEW: Getac ZX10 -- Tough Android tablet for any job
With its ease of use and massive number of apps for anything and everything, Android is coming on stronger and stronger in numerous markets and industries where ruggedness and complete reliability matter. That's where Getac's second generation ZX10 rugged 10-inch Android tablet comes in. It's considerably more powerful (and at 1.7 pounds even lighter) than the original version, without giving up any battery life. And its processor is plenty capable in handling all those emerging AI apps and utilities. Read RuggedPCReview's comprehensive review of the Getac ZX10. [Read the full review of the Getac ZX10] -- Posted Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Zebra Technologies unveils solutions advancing intelligent automation at ProMat 2025
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced new solutions to advance automation and visibility across manufacturing, warehousing, and supply chain operations. Zebra's portfolio of new and current solutions is showcased in Booth #S637 at ProMat 2025 on March 17-20 at Chicago's McCormick Place. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Monday, March 17, 2025

Ubiqconn Technology announces strategic acquisition of E3 Displays to strengthen North American presence and expand display solutions portfolio
Ubiqconn Technology, a global leader in rugged mobile computing solutions, today announced the acquisition of E3 Displays, a premier provider of high-performance display solutions based in Phoenix, Arizona. This strategic acquisition strengthens Ubiqconn's footprint in North America and enhances its capabilities in advanced optical bonding and display technology, positioning the combined companies for growth in key industries, including defense, medical, industrial, and transportation. [See Ubiqconn media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Pushing limits: RuggON and HRT gear up for a stronger 2025
RuggON Corporation, a global leader in rugged mobile computing solutions, is proud to continue its partnership with the Haupt Racing Team (HRT) for the 2025 racing season. Building on last year's successful collaboration, RuggON will once again equip the German GT team with its high-performance rugged tablets, ensuring seamless operations in the most demanding racing environments. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Pacific Defense launches MCS2090VP multi-waveform command and control mission system
Pacific Defense, a leader in Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions, announces the MCS2090VP, a 3U OpenVPX™ multi-waveform command and control (C2) multi-mission, multi-domain system aligned with the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA™) Technical Standard. The MCS2090VP is a part of Pacific Defense's Networked and Encrypted Resilient Versatile Engine (NERVE) family of systems that provides scalable communication and computation to support multi-echelon, radio cross-banding, and simultaneous voice and data communications. [See Pacific Defense media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Xona Space Systems announces collaboration with Trimble to deliver next-gen navigation services
Xona Space Systems (Xona), a leading pioneer of advanced commercial satellite navigation solutions announces a new collaboration with Trimble® (Nasdaq: TRMB), a global leader in construction, transportation and geospatial technology. Xona and Trimble are pursuing the integration of Trimble correction services with Xona's PULSAR™ high-performance navigation service. Initial satellite launches are expected in late 2026 with service starting in 2027 through the PULSAR satellite network, enabling secure, high-precision positioning for applications ranging from geospatial to low-power mass mobile and IoT. [See Xona media release -- Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Havis to unveil new rugged forklift pole mount at ProMat 2025
Havis, a leader in rugged mounting and docking solutions, is unveiling the new Rugged Pole Mount, its latest innovation designed for forklift applications, at ProMat 2025. Built for durability and efficiency, the Rugged Pole Mount provides material handling professionals with a secure and accessible way to mount tablets within the forklift cab. Engineered to meet the demanding needs of public safety professionals and warehouse operators, the DS-ZEB-700 Series combines unparalleled durability with advanced features that enhance productivity, safety, and mobility. [See Havis media release] -- Posted Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Getac's releases next generation B360 and B360 Pro
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions, announced the launch of its next generation B360 and B360 Pro fully rugged laptops, offering professionals across industries including public safety, utilities and defense two powerful, yet versatile solutions to overcome the daily challenges they face. The new B360 and B360 Pro combine fully rugged build quality with a host of innovative new technology upgrades. This includes the latest Intel® CoreTM Ultra Series 2 processors and Intel® AI Boost technology, which enables users to leverage on-device Edge AI to quickly and seamlessly execute tasks.[See Getac media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Transforming industries with rugged AI and SATCOM solutions — Join RuggON at Embedded World 2025
RuggON Corporation, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology and a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, is excited to announce its participation in Embedded World 2025, the leading exhibition and conference for embedded technologies, taking place from March 11 to 13, 2025, at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg, Germany. Visitors are invited to explore RuggON's innovative rugged tablets and vehicle-mounted computing solutions at Booth 331 — Hall 2. [See RuggON media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 5, 2025

MediaTek expands Cloud-to-Edge leadership with next-gen connectivity and AI at MWC 2025
At Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, MediaTek is showcasing several key technologies that enable wireless evolution towards 6G, including hybrid computing, a live LEO broadband NR-NTN trial, sub-band full duplex (SBFD), along with the new M90 5G Advanced modem. In addition, the company is also sharing its latest developments in Dimensity Auto and Dimensity Smartphone SoCs. The newest MediaTek-powered devices from some of the world's leading brands will be on display at their booth in Hall 3. [See MediaTek press release] -- Posted Monday, March 3, 2025

Zebra Technologies completes acquisition of Photoneo
Zebra Technologies (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Photoneo, a leading developer and manufacturer of 3D machine vision solutions. This acquisition expands Zebra’s high value 3D machine vision use cases for customers in automotive manufacturing, logistics and other key industries. -- Posted Monday, March 3, 2025

HONOR unveils new corporate strategy to transition to an AI device ecosystem company
Global technology brand HONOR today announced the HONOR ALPHA PLAN, a new corporate strategy to transform HONOR from a smartphone maker to a global leading AI device ecosystem company. The visionary three-step plan details the bold steps HONOR will take to usher in the new intelligent world, and calls on the industry to co-create an open, value-sharing ecosystem that maximizes human potential, ultimately benefiting all mankind. [See Honor media release] -- Posted Monday, March 3, 2025