Handheld Launches Upgrade of Mobile Rugged Computer

Handheld Group, the Swedish manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, has announced an upgrade of the Nautiz X4 rugged handheld, which was launched earlier in 2014. The Nautiz X4, a multipurpose compact handheld computer built for the mobile worker, now also runs Android 4.2 which gives customers a wider choice of operating systems.

The Nautiz X4 is optimised for efficient field data collection. It has been designed and developed specifically for mobile workers in tough environments in industries such as warehousing, logistics, surveying, transportation, utilities, field service, security and public safety.

Measuring 156 x 74 x 25.5 millimetres (6.1 x 2.9 x 1.0 inches) and weighing a mere 330 grams (11.6 ounces), the Nautiz X4 features a high-brightness, sunlight-readable resistive touchscreen for reliable computing in challenging worksite environments, and comes with either a high-performance 1D laser scanner or a 2D imager for super-fast and accurate scanning tasks. The device also features a 5MP camera with auto focus and LED Flash.

The Nautiz X4 has an IP65 Ingress Protection rating, which means that it is impervious to dust and highly resistant to water. It also meets stringent MIL-STD-810G military test standards for overall durability and resistance to humidity, shock, vibration, drops, salt and extreme temperatures.

The Nautiz X4 has become the choice for mobile workers in a wide range of industries thanks to its ultimate mobility with true field functionality in a handy package, said Johan Hed, product manager at Handheld Group. To offer customers a wider choice, Handheld Group has now introduced the option to get a Nautiz X4 with either Android 4.2 or Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.

The rugged handheld computer has an integrated u-blox GPS receiver for professional-grade navigation functionality and it offers multiple connectivity options, such as high-powered 3G and excellent Wi-Fi capability. It has a high-speed 1 GHz processor, 512MB of RAM and 1GB of flash memory, and it runs Android 4.2 or Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.