In response to the increasing demand for full-function handheld PCs for the mobile field worker, Panasonic today busts the Panasonic Toughbook CF-U1, the first ultra mobile PC (UMPC) to integrate the new low power Intel Atom processor in a rugged handheld computer for use in the field.
The Toughbook CF-U1 operates on the full-function Windows XP or Windows Vista operating systems. The CF-U1 features a thumb-friendly and always-accessible backlit QWERTY keyboard. Panasonic LCD technology enables sunlight viewability with low-power, white LED backlighting. Its fanless all-weather design also reduces noise, weight and eliminates points of failure; its twin, long-lasting, hot-swappable batteries enable battery replacement without disrupting operation; and its magnesium alloy chassis delivers protection from bumps and drops of up to 4 feet. The solid state drive contributes to reliability, while also expanding the CF-U1’s operating temperature range.
More specs: Intel(R) Atom(TM) processor Z520 1.33GHz, 16GB solid state removable drive (32GB optional), 1GB memory, 5.6” WSVGA sunlight viewable touchscreen (1024 x 600 resolution), LED backlighting, Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 5100 Series (802.11a/g/draft-n), Bluetooth(R) v2.0 + EDR, Integrated options include 3G mobile broadband, integrated camera, fingerprint scanner, GPS, barcode or RFID readers.Approximately 9 hours of battery life at 2.3 lbs (with strap and both batteries) 2.2” (H) x 7.2” (W) x 5.9” (D).
The Panasonic Toughbook CF-U1 UMPC will be available worldwide in August, 2008. In the United States, the base CF-U1 model is expected to be available at an estimated street price of $2,499 from authorized Panasonic resellers and distributors.
http://www.panasonic.com/toughbook
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