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Panasonic has updated its Toughbook CF-19 rugged convertible Tablet PC series with a version that features the Intel Core 2 Duo processor and expanded memory capabilities.

The Panasonic Tougbook CF-19 is MIL-SPEC-certified, which means it incorporates the rugged features such as a magnesium alloy case, sealed keyboard and ports, flexible internal connectors and shock-mounting.

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Panasonic has announced the availability of the new Thoughbook W7, T7, and Y7 notebook series in the United States.

The three business-rugged Panasonic ThoughBook laptops - the ultraportable W7, the tablet alternative T7, and the thin-and-light Y7 - feature Intel Core 2 Duo processors, a weight from 3.0 to 3.7 pounds, and a “long battery life”. These notebooks are drop- and spill-resistant, and have strong magnesium alloy cases and chassis, shock-mounted hard drives and LCDs, and internal flexible connectors for additional protection. The new Thougbooks also offer a range of embedded wireless options, including 802.11, Bluetooth 2.0 and optional built-in 3G mobile broadband solutions from AT&T (HSDPA), Sprint or Verizon Wireless (EV-DO Rev. A). Security features include the Trusted Platform Module (TPM v. 1.2) security chip, the Computrace theft protection agent in the BIOS, a cable lock slot, password security and an optional fingerprint scanner.

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Panasonic has refreshed its Thoughbook rugged laptop PC series with four new models featuring the Intel “Santa Rosa” notebook platform and enhanced protection from drops and spills. The new laptops are the CF-T7, CF-W7, CF-Y7, and the CF-R7 (for the Japanese market only).

“The new 7-series machines, aimed at corporate users, are beefier than the current 5-series machines and can survive a fall from a greater height. The new models can be dropped from 76 centimeters — the height of an average desk — while switched on and still work, according to Panasonic. Its current Thoughbook models for the corporate PC market are rated for a 30 cm drop but only when switched off,” PC World reports.

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Panasonic Computer Solutions today announced 15.4-inch semi-rugged Panasonic Toughbook CF-52 desktop replacement laptop, built on the new “Santa Rosa” platform from Intel.

Panasonic Toughbook CF-52 has a magnesium alloy chassis and a shock-mounted screen. It is tested to withstand drops of up to 2.5 feet on all six sides, while its hard drive is tested to withstand a drop of 3 feet. The Toughbook CF-52 also includes a spill-resistant keyboard.

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The European Panasonic has announced that its refreshed CF-74 and CF-52 Toughbook ruggedized laptops, featuring the latest Intel mobile “Santa Rosa” platform, will be available in June and July respectively.

“The new Intel mobile technology platform is centered on an Intel Core 2 Duo processor with an 800 MHz front-side bus, mobile Intel 965 Express chipset, Intel Wireless WiFi
Link 4965AGN wireless module, and Intel Turbo Memory,” Panasonic explains.

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Panasonic will release the tablet PC-like rugged PDA device called ToughBook CF-08, Japanese web-site Impress reports.

Along with 10.4-inch touch-sensitive 1024 x 768 display, Panasonic ToughBook CF-08 features Intel PXA270 processor at 312MHz, 64MB RAM and 64MB ROM memory, up to 14 hours of battery life and Windows CE 5.0.

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Panasonic announced that the business-rugged Toughbook W5 and T5 laptops will feature built-in support for Sprint Mobile Broadband services, including its upgraded EV-DO Revision A service where available. Toughbook W5 and T5 notebooks users will now have the option to access Sprint Mobile Broadband service running on the Sprint Power Vision Network in more than 220 communities and 725 airports across the US, a coverage area that encompasses more than 180 million people, Panasonic published.

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Among six tested notebooks which were not affected by massive Sony laptop battery recall, Panasonic Toughbook CF-51 is the best choice for all around value in a notebook computer, and one that runs a lot cooler than most, delivering incredible battery life. But for those users who prefer a cool-running notebook with a more powerful processor and a widescreen display, the Jetbook 9700P delivers the best value, says CRN Test Center.

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Panasonic announced updated Toughbook eLite notebook PC line, which now features various laptop chassis colors for W5 and Y5 PC series. Toughbook eLite W5 and Y5 offer magnesium alloy cases and shock mounted hard drives. The Y5 also includes a water resistant, “spill through” keyboard.

The ultraportable Toughbook eLite W5, featuring 12.1-inch anti-glare display, is now available for purchase in Steel Gray, Merlot, Galaxy Black, Glacier White, Blueprint, Rosehip and the new Crown Blue colors. The eLite W5 has an 8-hour battery life, and weights 2.7 pounds, the press release says.

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Panasonic today introduced two new rugged computers: Toughbook CF-30 laptop and Toughbook CF-19 convertible tablet PC. Both the CF-30 and CF-19 are constructed of magnesium alloy and include shock-mounted touch screens and hard drives. According to Panasonic, the new computers deliver “the brightest displays available today, without compromising battery life”. The 13.3-inch screen CF-30 boasts “an industry-leading” 1,000 Nit (candelas per square meter) LCD, while 10.4-inch screen CF-19 features a bright 550 Nit screen with a new low-reflection coating .

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Panasonic unveiled three new laptops from business-rugged ToughBook series. The CF-Y5, CF-W5 and CF-T5 ToughBooks feature magnesium alloy chassis, while one of them, CF-Y5, has spill-through keyboard. The new business-rugged notebooks meet Military Specification drop test, which is about a 1-foot drop onto plywood. All three announced laptops have Verizon’s and Sprint’s EV-DO service, and eventually options for Cingular’s HSDPA.

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Panasonic ToughBook CF-74 is a “business rugged” laptop model. The 13.3-inch screen ToughBook CF-74, powered by Intel Core Duo processor, includes features such as magnesium-alloy casing, a shock-mounted hard drive, a spill-resistant keyboard, WWAN connectivity, and a outdoors readable screen. Here are the reviews of the Panasonic CF-74 notebook, with links to the full stories.

:: LAPTOP Magazine - Panasonic Toughbook CF-74 ::
Like all rugged and semi-rugged notebooks, the Toughbook CF-74 is expensive. Its list price of $2,999 matches that of the Itronix Hummer, but the Toughbook has a three-year limited warranty, two years longer than the Hummer’s. There’s also a 24/7 telephone support line, which the manufacturer claims has a wait time of less than a minute (in our test, they answered in 25 seconds). After seeing two or three mainstream notebooks destroyed, many forward-thinking buyers would rightly consider this semi-rugged Toughbook one of the best bargains on the market.

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