All About Warranties

Three Year Warranty
Almost all of the rugged computers come standard with a 3 year warranty, while most commercial, plastic computers come standard with only a 1 year warranty. Not only does this save you a lot of money in case of a failure, but it also speaks to the quality that is built in to a rugged computer. If they were not extremely reliable, the rugged computer manufacturers could not afford to provide a 3 year warranty.

Extended and Expanded Warranties
Warranty extensions can be acquired to extend the warranty from three years to four years or five years. Also, some warranties can be upgraded to include "no-fault" warranties, on-site warranties, or 24 hour turnaround warranties. Extended warranties can also be acquired on major peripherals and docks which are not included in the computer's warranty, or are only warranteed for one year.

Read more about Rugged Computing in our Guide here! For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Browse our “New Releases” section for rugged computing products

We are aware that many people are interested in the “latest and greatest”. Therefore we have created a web page dedicated to New Releases. New releases are those rugged computer products that have been introduced in the last few months. The content of this page will change fairly often as new products will be added frequently and no-longer-new products will drop off the page.

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Mi-Forms Professional - Electronic Forms Solution

Mi-Corporation's Mi-Forms Professional combines forms design and data capture, and data management into an easy-to-use electronic forms solution. It includes Mi-Forms Professional Designer, a powerful program that enables you to design custom forms for a wide range of applications, and Mi-Forms Professional Client, a complementary program that provides everything needed to finalize the key steps in mobile data capture, including data pre-population, data capture, data verification and validation, and communication with existing systems. Users have seen data-entry time savings of 67.5%, error reduction of 4X and productivity increase 796%! Read More…

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Great deals on rugged computing products (www.groupmobile.com)

Group Mobile is offering some great specials (limited time offer only!)

• 10% discount on Panasonic Toughbook H1 (perfect healthcare tablet pc)
• 10% discount on Panasonic Toughbook U1 (fully rugged, sleek and affordable)
• Special pricing on Panasonic Toughbook 52 and Getac P470
• Also, ask about our vehicle computer mounts and more…

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8. One of our specialists will assist you in finding the perfect rugged computing solution that fits your needs.

Submit your Product Review Now!

We’ve had a great response to our requests for Product Reviews. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far! If you haven’t sent in your review yet please take a few minutes to answer our quick four-question survey so we can add your thoughts to our Product Reviews Page.

Here are a few of the reviews we have received recently...

Trimble Nomad
Reviewed by Pat O. on October 12, 2010
"It performs excellently. The one suggestion I would make is to make the built in GPS directly configurable for older programs that do not work with the Intel GPS handler software. But it does work with older software."

Motion J3500
Reviewed by Lanie H. on September 10, 2010
"This is my second slate from Motion and it is a great tool. The touch screen option is a definite must."

Duo-Touch II
Reviewed by Steve R. on July 9, 2010
"I have dropped my Duo-Touch II countless times. It is a very durable tablet computer. The battery life needs to be improved."

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Group Mobile and OCI Partner to Offer Complete Computer Hardware and ePCR Software Solution for EMS Professionals

Group Mobile and OCI Software today announced a strategic partnership that will provide a complete patient care reporting (ePCR) system for EMS professionals. The relationship will combine OCI's AmbuPro EMS ePCR software with rugged laptops and tablet computers supplied by Group Mobile to provide EMS and other public safety professionals a turnkey solution to streamline patient care reporting and EMS operations.

About AmbuPro EMS® ePCR Software



AmbuPro EMS, developed for the EMS community by EMS professionals, is an advanced yet easy-to-use software and hardware solution for incident management and reporting. AmbuPro EMS instantly places vital patient information and incident history at the fingertips of fast-acting EMS personnel, supplying them with critical information for better decision making. The software improves compliance with regional and state requirements while streamlining claims and billing.

Click here to read more about AmbuPro EMS® ePCR Software. For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Why is the right display screen so important?

If you have ever taken a commercial laptop to the beach or out by the pool, you quickly realized that the screen is almost impossible to read. Daylight-readable displays, like those found on many rugged computers, are much brighter. If you intend to use a computer outdoors or in a mobile environment, daylight-readable or sunlight-readable is a must. Many rugged computers either come standard with an outdoor display screen, or offer outdoor viewability as an option. Read More…

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General Dynamics Itronix GD8200 Rugged Laptop

The GD Itronix GD8200 is a fully rugged notebook that is small and lightweight. It is designed for the toughest users and tested to military extremes, including temperature extremes, humidity, vibration, dust, drops, and spills. It is an ideal rugged notebook for military personnel, first responders, and field service technicians in industries such as utilities, telecommunications, and cable. The GD8200 provides the dependability, power, connectivity, and security necessary to provide the highest performance and endurance in extreme environments. Read more here!

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Group Mobile Press Center – Press Release (September 17, 2009)

Group Mobile, a provider of rugged, mobile and field-use computing products, announced that they made the Inc. 5,000 list of fast growth companies in the U.S. for the third year in a row.

To read the complete article, click on our Press Center.

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Group Mobile Named to Prestigious INC. 5000 for Fourth Consecutive Year

Group Mobile, well known for carrying the top brands in rugged laptops, rugged tablet PCs, rugged PDAs, and rugged handheld computers has been named to the prestigious INC. 5000 list. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most entrepreneurial and fastest growing companies in America. This is Group Mobile's fourth consecutive year appearing on the list. Read more...

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Interested in a Rugged Computer? Figure out what you need:

Group Mobile has a great tool for those of you that want a rugged mobile computer but aren’t sure what you want in it. Learn about the different degrees of ruggedness, display characteristics, keyboard features, integrated options, vehicle mounts, office docks and much more. Fill out this questionnaire and learn about the options available to you.

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Guide to Rugged Computers

We have a comprehensive guide about Rugged Computers on the Group Mobile website

This guide will teach you about rugged computers and the features that make them different from conventional computers, as well as some other considerations such as vehicle docking, warranties and the price vs. the cost of owning a rugged computer.

Click here to learn more on rugged computers

Panasonic’s Toughbook 19, 30 and U1 now even more Tough!

Panasonic has announced that its Toughbook models 19, 30 and U1 are the first computers to be MIl-STD-810G-certified from an independent third-party test lab.

MIL-STD-810G is a series of testing standards and procedures issued by the United States Army, in order to recognize products accepted for use by all agencies and organizations within the Department of Defense.

Group Mobile now offers the tougher Panasonic’s Toughbook 19, 30 and U1 with MIL-STD-810G. For more information please visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED8.

Submit your Product Review Now!

We’ve had a great response to our request for Product Reviews. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far! If you haven’t sent in your review yet please take a few minutes to answer our quick 4-question survey so we can add your thoughts to our Product Reviews Page.

Here are a few of the reviews we’ve received so far…

Panasonic Toughbook 74
Reviewed by Van S. on July 9, 2010
"I travel frequently and visit a lot of construction sites. I was getting tired of replacing my commercial laptop a few times a year and decided to buy something sturdier. My CF-74 has held up great! I have had it for about 18 months now and haven't had any issues with performance or durability."

Getac B300
Reviewed by Tomas R. on July 10, 2010
"I'm amazed at how well this computer is sealed! It's a good size and weight, and the backlit keyboard is one of the best I've seen."

Trimble Ranger
Reviewed by Darrin F. on July 10, 2010
"I settled on the Trimble Ranger because I needed a bigger keypad and I've not been disappointed. It's so easy to handle in the field. I would like a bigger screen, but that's my only request."

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Keywords

Group Mobile has sponsored links on search engines such as Google, Yahoo and MSN. Generally, we show up in the top 10 links relating to industry specific keyword searches (eg: Rugged Computer). Simply, type in a query for rugged computer or a similar keyword in the search field and hit enter. You will then see a link to Group Mobile’s website (mostly in the top 10) linking you straight to the landing page for the product you are looking for. If not, you can help us serve you better by suggesting relevant keywords that will pull up our site for the information you need.

We Want to Hear from YOU!

We’ve had such a great response to our past requests for Product Reviews that we wanted to ask again. If you want to share a few thoughts about your Rugged Mobile Computer, please take a few minutes to complete our quick four-question survey so we can add your thoughts to our Product Reviews Page.

Here are a few of the reviews we have received recently...

General Dynamics-Itronix GD8000
Reviewed by John R. on May 27, 2011
"Compared to our recently retired Itronix, the GD8000 weighs noticeably less, has a larger and noticeably brighter screen, and appears to have a better radio, that connects and stays connected in some of the more metal-congested areas of our facility."

Motion F5v
Reviewed by Joy J. on June 11, 2011
"We got a fully loaded model of the F5v for our service technicians. The dual cameras (in front and back) made it easy to use skype to talk to each other, and also take pictures of the equipment we were working on. The buttons are all easily identifiable and there's no searching for the right button. The pen is secure and easy to use. The hand recognition software, though everyone complained that it would never be able to recognize THEIR handwriting, it absolutely worked for everyone and they love it. They are holding up to use very well. The screens (though hard to keep clean) are not scratching up and you can read it in full sunlight."

Getac PS535F
Reviewed by Jean A. on April 11, 2011
"I like having the unit ruggedized with the GPS receiver incorporated. The SiRF III chip has worked well for us in the past so that's great to have. The size is just right for us. The battery life is ok, but a 10-hour one would be better for our field day.

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.

Introducing the Motion J3500 Tablet Computer

The Motion J3500 is a rugged and powerful tablet PC for field professionals requiring a tough device for working in harsh mobile conditions such as construction, field services, and healthcare. With dual touch technology, the Motion J3500 tablet PC enables mobile workers to use a digitizer pen and touch input to navigate both touch-enabled software applications and programs that require the accuracy of pen input, such as signature capture.

The Motion J3500 weighs only 3.6 pounds and is rugged enough to withstand 3-foot drops, bumps, dust, rain, standard cleansers, temperature extremes, or other conditions that can damage commercial-grade mobile computing device while in the field. The J3500 rugged tablet's display is available with Motion's View Anywhere® technology for advanced outdoor visibility, and break-resistant Gorilla™ Glass to make the device suitable for rugged environments. Read more…
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Understanding Rugged Mobile Computers

Group Mobile's Rugged Computer Guide will teach you about the different types of rugged computers and the features that make them different from conventional, commercial-grade computers; as well as other considerations such as vehicle docking and mounting, integrated wireless and cellular broadband, GPS, cameras, bar code scanners, backlit keyboards and other capabilities that are often mandatory in mobile or outdoor computing. Learn more...

Happy 4th of July From Group Mobile!

Interested in learning more about Rugged Computers? Check out the Rugged Computer Guide. This guide will teach you about the different types of rugged computers and the features that make them different from conventional, commercial-grade computers; as well as other considerations such as vehicle docking and mounting, integrated wireless and cellular broadband, GPS, cameras, bar code scanners, backlit keyboards and other capabilities that are often mandatory in mobile or outdoor computing, www.groupmobile.com/RuggedComputerGuide.asp.

Your Guide to Rugged Mobile Computers

Rugged Computers, also known as hardened computers, and ruggedized computers have been around since the late 1970s / early 1980s, so they basically have been around as long as the PC industry itself. It was quickly discovered and understood that commercial-grade PCs, designed for office workers or even highly-mobile, white-collar workers and frequent flyers, would not hold up in an in-field, in-vehicle, outdoor, or warehouse/factory type of environment. Rugged technology has been developed to allow what is a fairly delicate piece of sophisticated electronics, to be able to function and survive while on-the-go, in the field, and even in tough environmental conditions. Rugged computers have proven time and time again to save end users and organizations large amounts of money, time, and grief due to their durability, reliability, longevity, and 3- to 5-year full warranties… Read more…

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.