It won’t win any beauty contests, and you’ll probably never get your hands on one, but you’ve got to admire the ruggedness of the just-announced Juniper Systems TK6000 handheld computer. Made for demanding field work, this toughie can withstand multiple 5-foot drops on concrete, is waterproof and dustproof, and works in extreme temperatures. My delicate little iPhone is a wimp compared to this one.
The TK6000 runs Windows Mobile 6.1, and works with off-the-shelf apps as well as custom applications. It’s got a 624-MHz Marvel PXA270 processor, 128MB of RAM, 1GB of storage, and a microSD/SDHC slot. And it runs for 32 hours on a set of batteries. For connectivity to the home office, it’s got Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth, and an optional 2.5G GSM cellular data modem expansion pack. To learn about customizing it for your industry, check out Juniper’s site.
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