Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 in UAE : Tablets for government
The tablet
has become an integral part of the mobile plans of many agencies, complementing
and, in some cases, even replacing laptop and desktop PCs. Different models of
tablets have different strengths and weaknesses, and which one is right for
your agencies depends on your own needs. This week, we take a dense look at
five popular tablets and what they offer agencies.
Unique
Features
Battery
life
How long
will it last when unplugged from a power source? Are optional spare batteries
easily removable and replaceable?
Processing
power
Does it have
a powerful processor and enough memory to open large documents, use
high-performance apps, or run multiple programs at the same time?
Security
features
What kind of
authentication is available? Are there FIPS-certified encrypted drive spaces or
secure containers for BYOD users?
Ruggedness
If it’s
designed to be rugged, how rugged is it? Can it pass MIL-STD 810G tests for
temperature, shock, liquid and particle intrusion?
Panasonic’s
Toughpad FZ-G1 is a Windows 8 Pro tablet rugged enough to be used in
practically any environment. But when multiple options are in use, its power
consumption might be an issue. Depending on the configuration, prices can range
from $2,100 to $3,500.
Works for
government agencies
In a rugged
setting, the FZ-G1 offers powerful performance typical of the Toughbook line.
It has an Intel i5vPro processor, 4G of RAM, and runs 64-bit Windows 8 Pro,
with a downgrade option for Windows 7.
In addition
to the expected USB 3.0 port and headphone jack, the FZ-G1 also has an HDMI
port. This makes it very useful for briefings and presentations not only on the
front lines but also back at headquarters.
The
10.1-inch 10-point multi-touch display is an excellent middle ground between
smaller lighter tablets and more considerable attempts at desktop replacement.
When ruggedness is a primary concern, a display can only be so big before it
starts to fail to test. The FZ-G1 has corner guards made of elastomer that end
up functioning as a bezel behind which the display is recessed, helping protect
it from harm.
Panasonic
wouldn’t have named the FZ-G1 a “Toughpad” unless it was durable. It passed
MIL-STD 810G tests for altitude, extreme temperatures, rain, humidity,
sand/dust, vibration, and shock. After passing these tests, it was given an
Ingress Protection rating of IP65, which means it can withstand everything
short of full immersion.
In
particular, the FZ-G1 passed shock tests when dropped from not only the
standard height of four feet but also five and six feet. What’s more, even
though the MIL-STD allows the substitution of up to five units for each drop
test, the FZ-G1 passed all of the drop tests with the same unit. This level of
ruggedness would make the Toughpad ideal for military use or any other work in
severe conditions.
The Toughpad
supports Trusted Platform Model 1.2, includes Computerize theft protection,
and, for those agencies requiring two-factor authentication, Panasonic offers
an optional smart-card reader.
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