TOUGHBOOK CF-U1 DEMO
A Video of the first Industrial UMPC from Panasonic has been posted at Youtube.
This demo can be categorized as a classic demonstration of how UMPCs can be used in many different real live situations.
Panasonic Toughbook UMPCs
Panasonic is making a Toughbook UMPC which with an Atom processor seems to me anything but tough. Here is what Wired.com says about it:
The upcoming Toughbook CF-U1 UMPC is powered by Intel’s new Atom processor and seems to fit a wish we asked for last year: Just build a UMPC that is simple, tough, and has a long battery life.
Panasonic Upgrades Its Rugged Toughbook 19 Convertible Tablet PC to Deliver More Computing Power, Memory
Posted by gasusan2005 on 03/25/08 in Laptops, Panasonic
Toughbook 19 joins flagship rugged Toughbook 30 in delivering Core 2 Duo technology for mission-critical applications in extreme environments; Eleven independently-verified mil-spec tests and more than 500 internal quality checks combine for unparalleled Panasonic reliability
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company, manufacturer of durable, reliable Panasonic Toughbook mobile computers, today introduced upgrades to its Panasonic Toughbook 19 rugged convertible tablet computer. The next generation Toughbook 19F convertible tablet PC joins Panasonic’s flagship Toughbook 30F clamshell notebook with its incorporation of the Core 2 Duo processor and expanded memory capabilities. The 5.1 lb Toughbook 19 also offers an optional integrated camera for use in inspection and incident documentation applications for which the convertible tablet has become widely deployed in military, government and commercial applications.
These MIL-SPEC-certified notebooks incorporate the rugged features—such as magnesium alloy cases, sealed keyboards and ports, hard drive heaters, flexible internal connectors and shock-mounting—that combine to deliver the highest levels of reliability in the industry. Both the Toughbook 19 convertible tablet and the Toughbook 30 notebook include an anti-glare, anti-reflective sunlight viewable display, WiFi 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth, a mobile broadband-ready (WWAN) design, along with backlit keyboard, GPS wireless and many more options.
Panasonic Announces Release Date for 32GB SDHC Memory Card With Class 6 Speed
Posted by gasusan2005 on 02/12/08 in Panasonic
Available in April, SDHC Memory Card Stores Up to 12 Hours of HD Video
Panasonic today announced the release date of the world’s first 32 Gigabyte (GB) SD High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card with Class 6 speed specification. With a global release in April 2008, the new SDHC Memory Card, RP-SDV32GU1K, is perfect for those wanting High Definition content, as it can record up to 12 hours of High Definition video. The new SDHC Memory Card will have a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $699.
The newly developed card, featuring a massive 32GB of capacity, is ideal for AVCHD High Definition video recording, a growing demand thanks to the recent expansion of High Definition SD Camcorders. When used with Panasonic’s newly released High Definition SD camcorder, the HDC-SD9, the 32GB card can record approximately 12 hours of 1440 x 1080i High Definition video in HE mode, and approximately four hours of 1920 x 1080i full High Definition video in HA mode. With the Class 6 speed specification and maximum data transfer speeds up to 20MB/s, the 32GB card allows users to enjoy superb performance and high-quality recording.
The card is also equipped with a new user-friendly labeling feature, which allows users to write titles or comments directly onto labels on the front and back of the card. Panasonic will introduce the new labeling feature in its other SD Memory Card models, with a running changeover from the current card designs.
CES 2008: Storage devices unveiled
Posted by gasusan2005 on 01/9/08 in CES, Kingston, Panasonic, SanDisk, Sony, USB flash drive
Here’s a review of the Storage devices unveiled at CES 2008:
- CES 2008: SanDisk Announces the 12-Gigabyte microSDHC Card
- CES 2008: SanDisk
- CES 2008:Kingston Technology DataTraveler 400 USB Flash Drive
- CES 2008: Kingston DataTraveler HyperX and DataTraveler 110
- CES 2008: Seagate D.A.V.E.
- CES 2008: Panasonic 32 GB SDHC Card
- CES 2008: Sony 16GB Memory Stick Duo
- CES 2008: Samsung Ships Compact Flash Card Sized Hard Drive With Record Breaking Capacity For Advanced Mobile Devices
- CES 2008: Samsung’s High-capacity 1.8” Hard Disk Drives for Mobile CE Devices Now Shipping
- CES 2008: Imation Expands Flash Drive Security With Rugged, Tamper-Resistant Designs
Source: Mobility Site
CES 2008: Panasonic’s New Link to Cell, the Ultimate Cell Phone Accessory for Mobile Users Seeking Comfort at Home
Posted by gasusan2005 on 01/6/08 in CES, Panasonic
Bluetooth-Enabled KX-TH1211 Connects Cell Phones to Home Cordless Handset
Panasonic today announced its advanced Link to Cell KX-TH1211, a mobile phone accessory that seamlessly connects a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to cordless handsets in the home. With Panasonic’s Link to Cell, a user can initiate and receive cell phone calls from a cordless handset, which not only preserves battery life but offers better reception to move throughout the home.
“We recognize that people value their cell phones as a key point of
communication, but using it at home is often inconvenient, especially when
they reach dead spots with no coverage,” said Bill Birnie, Marketing
Director, Communications Solutions Group, Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company. “Perfect for the millions of consumers who have eliminated their
landline, Link to Cell provides a sleek, yet comfortable handset and a base
that can be placed where cell coverage in the home is strongest. Using
Bluetooth to connect the cell phone to the base, Link to Cell is a solution
that connects mobile and home technologies, bringing out the best features in both.”
CES 2008: Panasonic 32 GB SDHC Card
Posted by gasusan2005 on 01/6/08 in CES, Panasonic
Panasonic Showcases World’s First Prototype of 32GB SDHC Memory Card, With Fast Speeds to Capture HD Videos
Panasonic today announced the development of the world’s first 32 Gigabyte (GB) SD High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card with Class 6 speed specification, perfect for recording High Definition video. With the ability to store up to eight hours of High Definition video, the 32GB SDHC Memory Card prototype will be showcased at the 2008 International CES in Las Vegas from January 7-10 at the Panasonic booth #9405.
The newly developed card, featuring a massive 32GB of capacity is ideal
for AVCHD High Definition video recording, which is experiencing growing
demand with the recent expansion of High Definition SD Camcorders. With
double the storage capacity of the current 16GB card, the 32GB card is able
to record approximately eight hours of 1440 x 1080i High Definition video
and approximately five hours and 20 minutes of 1920 x 1080i full High
Definition video. With the Class 6 speed specification and maximum data
transfer speeds up to 20MB/s, the 32GB card allows users to enjoy superb
performance and high- quality recording.
The card is also equipped with a new user-friendly labeling feature,
which allows users to write titles or comments directly onto labels on the
front and back of the card. Panasonic is planning to introduce the new
labeling feature in its other SD Memory Card models, with a running
changeover from the current card designs in spring 2008.
The arrival of Panasonic’s 32GB model further strengthens its Pro High
Speed line-up which currently has five models available: 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB card sizes with the Class 6 speed specification.
Source:Panasonic press release
