Twice the Performance for the Same Price: Handheld Starts Shipping the New Version of its Algiz 7 Super-rugged Tablet

Twice the Performance for the Same Price: Handheld Starts Shipping the New Version of its Algiz 7 Super-rugged Tablet

LIDKÖPING, Sweden, August 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Handheld Group [http://www.handheldgroup.com/regions/worldwide ], a fast-growing
manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, PDAs and smartphones, today announced the launch
of the new version of its highly popular Algiz7
[http://www.handheld-us.com/regions/us/algiz-7.asp ] rugged tablet computer. The updated
Algiz 7 is considerably faster than its predecessor, with better storage capacity,
improved security and quicker communication capabilities.

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    The ultra-rugged Algiz 7 tablet PC is small, light and fast, with multiple
connectivity options and a wide range of functions, ideal for field workers demanding a
super-durable product that is tough and powerful, yet light and easy to work with. The
Algiz 7 meets stringent MIL-STD-810G military standards for withstanding humidity,
vibrations, drops and extreme temperatures, and with its IP65 rating it keeps dust and
water out as well.

    The new Algiz 7, which starts shipping today, features the following improvements from
earlier versions:

       
        - A fast and powerful N2600 1.6 GHz Dual-Core Intel ATOM processor.
        - More memory, with 4 GB DDR3 RAM.
        - Better storage, with a 128GB SSD SATA II with recovery partition.
        - Two full mPCIe slots for improved flexibility.
        - Ethernet 10/100/1000 (Gigabit).
        - Added data security with TPM chipset board (chip 1.2).
        - An updated version of the wireless Gobi 3000 technology for higher
          communications speed.
        - A 5-megapixel camera.
        - Antenna diversity (two antennas) for improved coverage.

    "We've made significant improvements to the new Algiz 7," said Jerker Hellstrom, CEO
of Handheld Group. "Better storage, a much faster processor, improved security, a better
camera and better communications are some enhancements - and we've kept the price point
the same as for the previous version of the Algiz 7. This product should remain the tablet
of choice for anyone looking for portable, professional field performance."

    The Algiz 7 weighs a mere 1.1 kilograms and has a 7-inch widescreen touch display that
features the new and unique MaxView technology, providing spectacular brightness in
outdoor conditions - even direct sunlight. It runs the state-of-the-art Microsoft Windows
7 Ultimate operating system. GPS navigation functionality is fully built in.

    Like the rest of Handheld's lineup
[http://www.handheldeurope.com/regions/eu/product-overview.asp ] of rugged PDAs,
smartphones and mobile computers, the Algiz 7 is specifically developed for use in tough
environments in industries such as mining, geomatics, logistics, forestry, public
transportation, construction, utilities, maintenance, military and security.

    The new Algiz 7 is available for orders and shipping immediately. The price point
remains unchanged.

    Helpful links

    Handheld Group [http://www.handheldgroup.com/regions/worldwide ]

    Algiz 7 [http://www.handheldeurope.com/regions/eu/algiz-7.asp ]

    Images of Algiz 7 [http://www.handheldeurope.com/regions/eu/images.asp#algiz7 ]

    Handheld product lineup [http://www.handheldeurope.com/regions/eu/product-overview.asp
]

    About ruggedness [http://www.handheldeurope.com/regions/eu/what-is-rugged.asp ]

    About Handheld

    The Handheld Group is a manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, PDAs and smartphones.
Handheld and its partners worldwide deliver complete mobility solutions to businesses in
industries such as geomatics, logistics, forestry, public transportation, utilities,
construction, maintenance, mining, military and security. The Handheld Group of Sweden has
local offices in Finland, the U.K., the Netherlands, Italy, Germany, Switzerland,
Australia and the USA. For more information, please see http://www.handheldgroup.com.

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CONTACT: Media Contacts: Sofia Löfblad, Marketing Director, Handheld Group, Sweden: +46-510-54-71-70, Email: s.lofblad@handheldgroup.com. Amy Urban, Marketing Director, Handheld-US, USA: +1-541-752-0319, Email: a.urban@handheld-us.com