Introducing the Panasonic Toughbook SX2

Panasonic, one of the pioneers of ruggedized laptops, just released the Toughbook SX2. The Toughbook SX2 is Panasonics latest Business Rugged Laptop. The Toughbook SX2 pairs the Intel® Core i5-3320M 2.60GHz featuring vPro technology with the Windows 7 operating system for an incredible mobile computing experience. It features a 12.1" HD+ sunlight-readable, widescreen display for easy viewing in any lighting condition. The SX2 is also equipped with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, a built-in webcam, and a DVD drive. Add to that 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 320GB shock-mounted hard drive, and a very impressive 14.5 hours of battery life, and you get a ruggedized notebook that lets you accomplish more than you ever expected while on the go.

The Toughbook SX2's case is machined from Magnesium Alloy which allows for a durable, yet lighter weight case than other alloys. The SX2 features a spill-resistant keyboard and can withstand drops up to 30".   

Watch the Panasonic Toughbook SX2 Durability Testing Video

 Learn more about the Panasonic Toughbook SX2!

Amazing Deals on Getac Rugged Notebooks!

Limited Time Special Pricing on the Getac S400 Semi-Rugged Notebook! 
Save over $700

Group Mobile is pleased to offer special pricing on the Getac S400 semi-rugged notebook! This special configuration includes many impressive features and upgrades such as a 14-inch wide-screen, sunlight-readable, 700 NIT display with multi-touch technology for working in any lighting condition, an Intel® Core™ i7-620M 2.66GHz processor and 4GB RAM for amazing speed and performance, a 320GB shock-mounted hard drive for data storage, a backlit keyboard for working in dark environments, a SuperMulti DVD drive, PCMCIA Type II + Express Card, 4-in-1 card reader, and a 3-year warranty!  

 

Connectivity features of the S400 include 802.11n wireless LAN. This upgraded model also includes Bluetooth® and Verizon 4G LTE mobile broadband, GPS for mapping and navigation applications, and bottom/dock dual RF Pass-thru (WWAN, GPS). Learn more about the Getac S400.

Amazing Price on the Getac B300 Fully Rugged Laptop! 

Only $2,999

Take advantage of this amazing price on the Getac B300 fully rugged laptop. This special configuration includes many impressive features and upgrades such as a 1400 NITs sunlight viewable display for working in any lighting condition, an Intel® Core™ i7 2.3GHz processor and 8GB RAM for amazing speed and performance, a 320GB shock-mounted hard drive for data storage, 802.11n for connectivity, GPS for mapping and navigation applications, a backlit keyboard for working in dark environments, a SuperMulti DVD drive, and a 5-year bumper-to-bumper warranty! Learn more about the Getac B300.  

Take advantage of these amazing deals on Getac's best-selling rugged notebooks!  Hurry, offer ends November 30, 2012!

Group Mobile partners with Mobile Epiphany

Today Group Mobile is happy to announce their newest partner, Mobile Epiphany. Mobile Epiphany business process solutions to improve workflow and productivity. With Mobile Epiphany and Group Mobile, organizations are supplied with all the required rugged computer hardware and mobile computing software including installation, configuration, and training. The results are improved data accuracy, higher user adoption, and increased work flow efficiency. 

Mobile Epiphany is the Denver based mobile solutions developer of Touch Mobile™. Touch Mobile utilizes video-game inspired touch-based navigation to ensure an intuitive user experience. With easy-to-use configurations tools, users can create and deploy custom solutions faster than they ever thought possible. Recreate any workflow or business process with the click of a mouse — no programming required. Changes will be rapidly updated on all devices. Touch Mobile eliminates the software development lifecycle, increasing ROI and reducing your true cost of ownership. Learn more about Touch Mobile...

New Motion F5t & C5t Rugged Rugged Tablets

New Motion F5t  Tablet 

Exceptional Field Capabilities 

The Motion F5t is an innovative tablet designed specifically for field service and mobile professionals. It weighs only 3.3 pounds and features a durable design. The F5t will increase efficiency and productivity by enabling constant, real-time communications while in the field. It allows users to keep track of important documents, take and store pictures, fill out forms, capture signatures, email, and more.

 

The Motion F5t comes standard with several features such as an ergonomic carrying handle, fingerprint reader, 10.4" display and integrated Bluetooth®. It also includes integrated digital cameras (rear 3.0 MP and front 1.3MP web camera), RFID, Gobi, optional SmartCard reader, optional barcode scanner, and optional GPS module. 

The F5t is available with an optional dual-input display to support both capacitive two-finger touch and digitizer pen for increased flexibility and ease-of-use while gathering, accessing, or transmitting data. Add the optional View Anywhere® technology for outdoor visibility and Gorilla® Glass for durability, and users get the advantage of an industry-leading display optimized for mobile environments. Learn More about the Motion F5t...

New Motion C5t Healthcare Tablet 

Mobility and Reliability at the Point of Care

The sealed Motion C5t Mobile Clinical Assistant (MCA) is a hospital-grade tablet specifically designed for use by clinicians across healthcare environments. Its durable, disinfectable design, advanced ergonomics, and integrated features provide enhanced productivity. It brings dependable, automated patient data management straight to the point of care. 

The Motion C5t is lightweight, yet rugged enough to withstand 3-foot drops, bumps, dust, spills, and temperature extremes. The C5t is easily cleaned and disinfected with standard cleansers, making it a great mobile computing solution for medical offices and hospitals. 

The Motion C5t comes standard with several integrated features such as an ergonomic carrying handle, digital cameras (rear 3.0 MP and front 1.3MP web camera), fingerprint reader, 10.4" display, and integrated Bluetooth. The Motion C5 medical tablet also includes RFID, barcode scanner, optional integrated mobile broadband, and optional Motion View Anywhere® display technology. Learn More about the Motion C5t...

fliTablet™ Hands-Free Tablet Stand and $500 for 500

Introducing the fliTablet Hands-Free Tablet Stand

With tablet computers playing a more integral part of everyday life, what better time for Group Mobile to introduce its high quality hands-free tablet floor stand? The fliTablet is a sturdy, well engineered tablet stand that will securely hold the most popular, lightweight tablet computers, including the iPad, Kindle Fire 8.9", Panasonic Toughpad A1, Motion CL900 series, and many other lightweight tablet computers. 

The fliTablet is machined out of high-quality aluminum alloy, cold rolled steel, and durable ABS Polycarbonate to ensure proper fitment and unmatched toughness. The fliTablet is uniquely engineered to accommodate any viewing position with the 360° locking swivel head, flexible 1.6' goose neck, and telescopic cylinder that adjusts from 3' to 4.6'. 

Group Mobile is offering the fliTablet for $59, however for a limited time if you "Like" Group Mobile on Facebook, we will reduce the price to only $49 via an exclusive coupon code. Pre-order the fliTablet today!

$500 for 500 on Facebook

Group Mobile is also proud to announce a drawing for a $500 Group Mobile gift card! The first 500 Facebook users to "Like" the Group Mobile Facebook page, will be entered in a random drawing to win a $500 Group Mobile Gift Card! Our Facebook page is constantly being updated with the latest information about rugged computers, accessories, and exclusive offers. So, if you're the kind of person who could use a $500 Group Mobile gift card, and also enjoys the latest news about rugged computers, sign up for our $500 for 500 contest by "Liking" us on Facebook today*.

*Must be in the first 500 Facebook users to "Like" Group Mobile's Facebook page to be eligible to win a $500 gift card good towards any purchase on GroupMobile.com in a random drawing. Group Mobile employees are not eligible.

New Getac Fully Rugged Tablets

Getac E110

New Fully Rugged Tablet! 

Group Mobile is happy to announce two new fully rugged Getac tablets. The first is the Getac E110, which is designed with field and customer service applications in mind. It is powered by an Intel® Atom 1.86GHz processor and 4GB RAM. It has an 64GB solid state drive contained in a fully rugged Magnesium Alloy case. It meets military standards for durability and protection against dirt, dust, water, motion, vibration, temperature and other factors that would quickly damage or disable a commercial-grade tablet computer. The Getac E110 tablet features a 10.1" sunlight-readable HD touch screen display with Quadraclear™ technology for great viewability in any lighting condition. The HD screen uses multi-touch technology which recognizes multiple, simultaneous touch points even while wearing heavy duty gloves. Read More about the Getac E110...
 

Getac Z710 
New Fully Rugged Android Tablet! 
Next is the Getac Z710 Android-based, fully rugged tablet. The Z710 is designed to easily build custom apps or download many of the already developed apps that can help you get your job done quickly. It is powered by a Texas Instruments® Dual Core 1Ghz processor and has a 16GB solid state drive. The Getac Z710 also meets military standards for durability, which means it will sustain drops from 6 feet, and is protected against dirt, dust, water, motion, vibration, and extreme temperatures. The Getac Z710 has a variety of built-in communications options including: WiFi, 3G mobile broadband, Bluetooth and GPS. The Getac Z710 comes with a 3-year bumper-to-bumper warranty. Read More about the Getac Z710...

Group Mobile offers a Vehicle Printing Solution

Group Mobile's Vehicle Printing Solution makes it simple to turn your car or truck into a mobile office. With this mobile computing bundle, you'll save over $30 off the manufacturers' suggested retail price. This is an ideal solution for field service and other mobile professionals who need to print reports, forms, contracts, and other important documents while they are away from the office. Bundle includes: Brother PocketJet 6 Portable Printer (200dpi) and a RAM® Vehicle Printer Mount to attach your printer to a vehicle laptop mounting system. 

This Vehicle Printing Solution is ideal for anyone who has printing needs while on the go. The Brother PocketJet 6 Portable Printer (200dpi) is a lightweight printer weighing in at 1.3 lbs. that does not sacrifice print quality. The Brother PocketJet 6 features thermal printing which eliminates the need of costly ink cartridges or printer ribbons. For only $79.00 more you can upgrade to the 300 dpi printer for higher quality resolution text and graphics.

The RAM Vehicle Printer System is specifically designed to hold the Brother PocketJet 6 series portable printer. The cradle uses a unique patent-pending, spring-loaded mechanism that holds strong to your RAM vehicle laptop mount, yet provides easy removal for printer storage. For more information about this Vehicle Printing Solution visit GroupMobile. 

New Rugged Computer - Trimble Juno T41

Are you tired of babying your fragile Smartphone? Is your current Smartphone unable to keep up with your rugged lifestyle?

With the Trimble Juno T41 rugged Smartphone users get the rugged durability you come to expect with Trimble products, and you get all the convenience of a Smartphone.

The Juno T41 is a developer-friendly computing device for real-world field conditions with either Windows Embedder, or Android operating systems. The powerful 8 megapixel camera can automatically include time and location data from the onboard GPS receiver.

The Juno T41 is equipped with a 4.3" high resolution auto-adjust brightness screen that provides brilliantly clear, sunlight readable display. The Juno T41 has voice, SMS text, and 3.75G cellular data transfer capabilities on GSM cellular networks worldwide. Users can upload and download data from the cloud using Wi-Fi or WWAN connections. The Juno T41 includes an 800MHz or 1GHz processor with up to 512MB of RAM, and up to 16GB of nonvolatile on-board flash to run software applications quickly and dependably.

The Juno T41 is designed to be long-lasting, from the battery to the processor, and to work through demanding situations that would sideline lesser smartphones. The lithium-ion polymer battery lasts all day for most users, and an optional external battery pack is available for solutions requiring all-day wireless connectivity and processor-intensive applications. The Juno T41 can withstand water, dust, shock, drop, vibration, and extreme temperatures. It also features a Gorilla® Glass panel to survive hostile conditions in the field. For more information about the Trimble Juno T41 go to groupmobile.com

Special sale on Panasonic Toughbooks for the month of September!

Group Mobile is offering an exclusive sale on two popular Panasonic Toughbooks; the Panasonic Toughbook 31 and the Panasonic Toughbook 19. Both of these fully rugged machines feature 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth for seamless wireless connectivity, and a 3-year warranty. Hurry, offer ends September 30, 2012!

The Panasonic Toughbook 31 is a fully rugged model, and meets the demands of the most extreme environments. The Toughbook 31 is equipped with a powerful Intel® Core i3 2.10GHz processor 320GB shock-mounted hard drive, and 2GB SDRAM for impressive speed and performance. This ultra-rugged laptop offers the highest performance rating in its class and is MIL-STD-810G and IP65 Certified to handle a six foot drop. Battery life on the Toughbook 31 is rated at an impressive 8 hours with a recharge time of 3 hours. The sunlight-viewable LCD touch screen display allows for easy view in any lighting conditions. The Toughbook 31 comes equipped with Windows® 7 Professional. Order today through Group Mobile and save $780 off MSRP. For more information on the Panasonic Toughbook 31 visit Group Mobile.

The Panasonic Toughbook 19 offers a unique swivel screen that can be quickly configured to be laptop, or by the touch of a button the screen can be folded flat to become a tablet PC. The Panasonic Toughbook 19 comes standard with a touchscreen and runs on Windows® 7. The Panasonic Toughbook 19 is surrounded by a magnesium alloy case, and all the ports on this rugged computer are fully sealed to protect it against outside elements such as rain, dust, and moisture. The performance specs on this rugged laptop is impressive, it comes with an Intel® Core™ i5-2520UM vPro™ rated at 2.5GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz, 4GB SDRAM (DDR3-1066MHz), and a fast 7200rpm 320GB hard drive to handle high intensive computing programs. The Panasonic Toughbook 19 comes with a 10.1" sunlight-viewable LED touchscreen with anti-reflective, Anti-glare and circular polarizer display to ensure superior visibility under any circumstance. Order today through Group Mobile and save $730 off MSRP. For more information on the Panasonic Toughbook 19 visit Group Mobile.

New Getac E110 Fully Rugged Tablet

The Getac E110 fully rugged tablet is designed with field and customer service applications in mind. It is powered by an Intel® Atom 1.86GHz processor and 4GB RAM. It has an 64GB solid state drive contained in a fully-rugged Magnesium Alloy case. It meets MIL-STD-810G and IP65 standards for durability and protection against dirt, dust, water, motion, vibration, temperature and other factors that would quickly damage or disable a commercial-grade tablet computer. The Getac E110 also has a 5-year bumper-to-bumper warranty!

When out in the field, the Getac E110 rugged tablet helps users stay connected even in the most dreadful weather conditions. With internal wireless LAN, Bluetooth, optional Gobi 3000 WWAN, and optional integrated GPS, the E110 can transmit or receive information wherever your work takes you. Learn more about the Getac E110!

Apply For Group Mobile's Simple Lease Financing Today!

Save cash and credit and get the rugged computing equipment you need at a price you can afford!

Group Mobile is now offering fixed-term lease financing of rugged computer products ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. This new service allows our customers to get the rugged computing equipment they need at a price they can afford.

Many companies lease computer equipment to improve cash flow. Leasing allows companies to build a cash reserve, free up credit lines, and receive huge first-year tax incentives. Leasing is a wise business decision for all business people, regardless of their company size or credit profile. 

 

Customers interested in the financing program begin the process by filling out a short credit application on Group Mobile's website that provides an instant credit decision. Upon approval of the application, a Lease Consultant will work with customers to finalize the details of the transaction. At that point, documents will be prepared and sent to customers via e-mail.

Fixed leasing terms range from 24, 36, 48, and 60 months. This means that unlike traditional financing, there is no need to pay more each month to reduce interest. Leasing does not accrue incremental interest, so monthly payments never change. Visit http://www.groupmobile.com/lease-financing.asp to learn more about the benefits of leasing and to apply for financing.

Special CLOSEOUT Pricing on the Duo-Touch II! SRP $2,946 - Save Over $1,000!

Suggested Retail Price $2,946 - Save Over $1,000

The Duo-Touch II rugged tablet from General Dynamics Itronix combines the functionality of a touchscreen computer (finger touch input) with a digitizer computer (stylus pen input) into one display. Weighing just 4.1lbs, the Duo-Touch II is lightweight and ergonomic, enabling one-handed operation. The Duo-Touch II is also fully rugged (MIL-STD-810F, IP54) which means it has standard rugged computer features such as a magnesium alloy casing, a shock mounted hard drive and most importantly fully sealed ports to protect your Duo-Touch II rugged tablet PC from outside elements such as dust, rain and moisture.

The Duo-Touch II featured in this closeout is powered by the Intel® low-voltage Core™ Duo 1.2GHz processing architecture and features a 160GB shock-mounted hard drive with a heater, 2GB DDR2 RAM memory, Windows XP operating system, and a 8.4-inch DynaVue® display with dual-mode touchscreen for excellent viewability in all lighting conditions. This configuration also has integrated 802.11a/g/n WLAN capabilities.

Other Duo-Touch II configurations are also available. Call 866-RUGGED8 for more information or request a quote.

Sizzling Deal on the Trimble Nomad 800LC Outdoor Rugged Handheld Computer

Group Mobile is pleased to offer model closeout pricing on the Trimble Nomad 800LC! The Nomad offered in this amazing special features an 806 MHz processor, 1GB internal memory, a long-life hot-swappable battery, and built-in wireless capabilities like 802.11g, and Bluetooth. The Nomad 800LC also features a sunlight-visible touchscreen display that presents graphics and maps in vivid detail.  

The Nomad 800LC makes it simple to gather, save, and send out data with its many built-in capabilities including an integrated GPS receiver for navigation applications and a 2MP digital camera to capture color images in the field.

The Nomad 800LC is fully rugged and meets demanding  military standards for drops, vibration, humidity, altitude, and temperature extremes. It also comes with an IP67 rating, meaning it is completely sealed against dust, and can survive immersion in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes. ReadMore...    

Original SRP $2,100 -- Now only $1,049!

Quantities are limited, so order yours now!

Special CLOSEOUT Pricing on the GD8000! SRP $4,945 - Save $3,025!

The General Dynamics Itronix GD8000 fully rugged laptop is designed for the toughest user and tested to meet, and even exceed military standards. From its the water tight case and shock mounted display, to the ability to withstand 48" drops, it is ready for years of rugged use. The GD8000 featured in this closeout is powered by an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor and features a shock-mounted hard drive with a heater, 1GB RAM, Windows 7, and a 13.3" DynaVue® display with touchscreen for excellent viewability in all lighting conditions. This configuration also has impressive communications capabilities including Bluetooth and GPS. Learn More...

Other GD8000 CLOSEOUT configurations are also available while supplies last! Call for more information or request a quote.

Introducing the Motion CL910 Rugged Tablet PC

The Motion CL910 is a rugged and lightweight tablet built for mobile business. Running Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional and featuring an Intel® Atom™ Dual Core Processor, the CL910 provides increased power and performance while maintaining a battery life of up to seven hours. Weighing just 2.2 pounds, the CL910 offers the capabilities, applications, accessories, and connectivity mobile workers depend on for on-the-go productivity and efficiency.  

  

Dual touch technology enables workers to use a digitizer pen and touch input. The CL910's 10-inch display comes standard with Corning's® break-resistant Gorilla™ Glass to make the device durable enough for highly mobile workers.

The Motion CL910 has a 64GB solid state drive and is equipped with two integrated cameras - a rear-facing 3MP documentation camera and a front-facing 1.3MP web camera. Connectivity features include 802.11 WLAN, Bluetooth®, and a wireless SIM port for advanced communications. Motion offers integrated upgrades for the CL910 including Gobi™ 3000 mobile broadband with GPS capabilities.  

Additionally, the Motion CL910 is expandable and versatile, with docking and carrying options, as well as integrated peripheral modules for extra features like mag stripe and fingerprint readers. Learn More...

Why Use a Vehicle Mount for Your Vehicle Computer?

Why would you want a computer mount when using your computer in a vehicle? The answer is simple - you cannot afford not to! A vehicle mount is a must have if you are driving with your computer in the vehicle, and the selection of vehicle mounting systems Group Mobile carries makes it easy to choose the correct mounting solution for your specific needs.

Safety is one of the top reasons to use a computer vehicle mount. Every year over 130,000 people are hurt by flying objects inside vehicles, not just during an accident but during sudden stops, turns and unexpected maneuvers. Your computer, or your employee's computer, becomes a very dangerous object at unexpected times. The computer itself can be damaged, causing down time and potentially costly repairs.

Ergonomics and ease of use are additional reasons to install a vehicle computer mount. Having the vehicle computer in a comfortable and easy to reach position reduces back and eye strain as well as increases productivity. If you use a mobile printer, it can also be mounted keeping everything safe, within reach, and in a professional looking set up.

Group Mobile offers a wide selection of mounting options to choose from. We carry the top brands, including Gamber Johnson, RAM, and Havis. There are also computer specific cradles and docking stations available for many computer brands and models. These cradles and docking stations offer custom fit for your computer as well as port replication with some offering antenna pass-through to increase wireless reception. Whether mounting your computer in your car, truck, van or boat, we have the mounting system you need.

Visit the Vehicle Mount Store to find a mount to fit your vehicle. Even if your computer is not rugged, our vehicle mounts fit all brands of laptops, tablets, and handhelds. You can make your selection based on the make, model, and year of your vehicle. If you can't find the mount you are looking for, you can fill out our Vehicle Mount Questionnaire or call our vehicle mount specialist at 866-784-4338 ext. 207.

Rugged Printers and Scanners for Highly Mobile Workers

Rugged mobile printers and scanners are great additions to rugged computers. They are extremely portable and can be mounted in a vehicles or carried in a small bag. Group Mobile carries several different brands and models of printers and scanners. Some of our most popular models are featured in this post. Visit our website to view our entire selection and learn more...

Brother RuggedJet Printers
Fast print speeds and a tested-tough design 

Brother RuggedJet mobile printers are designed to be fast, tough, and versatile, with print speeds up to 5ips, fast throughput, IP54 certification for protection against dust and water, 6ft. drop protection, and the ability to print receipts or labels with one printer. In addition, Brother's industry leading, "bumper-to-bumper" warranty covers against defects or damage for two full years. 

The RuggedJet RJ4030 features USB, serial, and Bluetooth wireless technology interfaces. The RuggedJet RJ4040 features USB, serial, and WiFi wireless interfaces. Both models offer a wide selection of fonts, support for linear and 2D barcodes, optional magnetic card reader, and much more. Learn More...

Canon PIXMA iP100
Remarkable quality and print-anywhere portability

The rugged, compact Canon PIXMA iP100 Mobile Printer features a patented print head technology and 5-color ink system to let you create spectacular photos. It offers IrDA compatibility and an optional BU-20 Bluetooth interface, so you can print wirelessly from a PC, PDA, or camera phone. Or, connect a digital camera and print photos direct - no PC required! The Auto Image Fix feature corrects images for the best possible exposure, color, brightness, and contrast. Learn More...

Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300  Mobile scanner offers high performance in a compact size The Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 mobile scanning solution takes document scanning to a whole new level. Whether its digitizing receipts, bank statements, or capturing mission critical documents, the ScanSnap S1300 is designed to be the smallest Fujitsu multi-page duplex scanner for one-button ease of use at the desk or on the road. Learn More...