GammaTech Computer has introduced a new rugged convertible notebook , the Durabook R13C. It is is a fully rugged 13.3-inch notebook computer that transforms quickly and easily to a Tablet PC for ultimate flexibility and functionality.

The GammaTech Durabook R13C is powered by an Intel Core Low Power i7-620LM vPro processor, up to 8GB of RAM, a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or SSD, and Intel GMA HD graphics.

Other specifications include a 13.3-inch multi-touch display (1280*800 pixels, 1000 nits brightness), a ultra-slim DVD burner, WiFi, Bluetooth, 3G, GPS, a SIM card connector, SD card slot, two USB ports, fingerprint reader, smart card reader, stylus, water-resistant backlit keyboard, and 9-cell battery.

Pricing and availability are still unknown at the moment.

Gallery: GammaTech Durabook R13C

Getac has just officially released a new rugged notebook, the Getac X500. This rugged notebook combines extreme durability, ultra fast speed and expandability to produce the ultimate computing solution for field operations.

The Getac X500 rugged notebook is powered by a 2.4GHz Intel Core i5-520M or a 2.66GHz i7-620M processor, up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM, a 320GB hard drive or 160GB solid state drive, and Intel integrated or a 512MB Nvidia GeForce GT 330M discrete graphics.

Getac X500 laptop sports a 15.6-inch LED backlight display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixel. There are Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFiBluetooth 2.1,  optional GPS and 3G, an ExpressCard slot, a fingerprint reader, and an 8700mAh battery.

Panasonic has unveiled a new upgrade rugged notebook with Sandy Bridge-flavored Huron River platform, the Toughbook CF-19. This rugged convertible notebook is make of a magnesium alloy casing that provides water, dust, vibration and temperature protection.

Panasonic Toughbook CF-19 is powered by a 2.5 GHz Core i5-2520M processor, Intel HD 3000 graphics, 4GB of RAM, and up to 500GB hard drive with optional 128GB/256GB SSD, 3G, WLAN and Bluetooth connectivity.

New Toughbook CF-19 rugged notebook packs a 10.1-inch LCD screen with touch or dual-touch capabilities and rotated to switch from notebook to tablet mode. Its battery is enabling up to 9 hour of operation.

The Panasonic Toughbook CF-19 will be available later this month starting at €2,950.

Gallery: Panasonic Toughbook CF-19

Panasonic today announced the Toughbook 53 semi-rugged notebook, this new ToughBook lineup offering optional 4G LTE mobile broadband and other enhanced features designed to maximize productivity for mobile professionals.

The Panasonic Toughbook 53 is designed to survive 30″ drops on six faces, features a spill-resistant keyboard and passes nine MIL-STD-810G tests.

The next-generation Panasonic Toughbook 53 is powered by a second generation Intel i5 or i3 processor, up to 8GB of RAM, a hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD). Toughbook 53 is support a 14-inch high definition LED display and offers an optional 2-800 nit sunlight-viewable Panasonic CircuLumin touchscreen plus.

The Toughbook 53 also offers a 1.3 megapixel webcam, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, optional Bluetooth 2.1, Gobi2000 3G mobile broadband, USB 3.0, VGA, HDMI, an SD card reader, an ExpressCard slot, and, a fingerprint reader. Starting at only 5.6 pounds and delivering up to 10 hours of battery life.

The Panasonic Toughbook 53 i5 model will ship in June at an estimated street price of $1,899, the Toughbook 53 i3 model will ship in August at $1,599, while the touchscreen version will ship in July and is available at an estimated street price of $2,449.

The GammaTech D12C is a rugged convertible notebook for mobile power users on the go. This lightweight powerhouse is encased in magnesium and has been tested to MIL-STD-810G standards for drop, shock, spill protection, durable and ultra mobile computing device.

The D12C features a 12.1” WXGA Touch Screen TFT LED backlight display which quickly converts into a Tablet PC, an Intel Core i5-540UM processor, integrated graphics, up to 8GB of RAM, a 2.5-inch HDD or SSD, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, optional Bluetooth 2.1, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, SD card slot, and a 6-cell 5200 mAh battery.

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Rugged Notebooks has announced the new RNB Eagle fully-rugged and semi-rugged notebook. The RNB Eagle notebook was designed with military users in mind, featuring port covers, sunlight readable display, and tested to MIL-STD-810F, all with the computing performance of a semi-rugged notebook.

The RNB Eagle is powered by a 2.0GHz Intel Pentium or up to 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, a 14.1-inch display with resolution of WXGA (1280 x 800 or 1440 x 900 pixels), up to 8GB of RAM, up to 500GB HDD or up to 256GB SSD.

It also has DVD drive, card reader, modem, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth optional, 3G optional, WiMAX optional, four USB 2.0 ports, LAN, VGA and HDMI outputs, 6 cell 4400mAh or 9 cell 6600mAh battery, and Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 OS.

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Getac UK has launched an upgrade to its B300 fully rugged laptop with the new Intel Core i7-620LM low voltage dual core processor and clocks (due to the Turbo Mode) from 2.0 to 2.8 GHz.

Getac B300 rugged laptop is equipped with a 250GB/320GB hard drive or 80GB/160GB SSD, DVD writer, 2GB of DDR3 RAM (1066 MHz), Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 2.1, 802.11 b/g/n WiFi, optional GPS and universal 3G modem (for GSM/GPRS/EDGE, UMTS/HSDPA and CDMA EV-DO networks).

The Getac B300 has a 13.3-inch TFT LCD display with resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and is available with two display options — a 700 NITS display, and a best-in-class 1400 NITS display which includes Getac’s exclusive QuadraClear display for easy viewing with a sunlight readable, anit-reflective touch screen, combined with an LED panel solution that also helps lower power consumption.

The fully rugged laptop comes with a 5-year warranty, the Getac B300 is starting price from $3,800.

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Panasonic today launched its new Toughbook CF-31, which has become the fully rugged device of choice for utilities, emergency services and military personnel. Designed to access applications and data in the most extreme mobile computing environments.

Panasonic Toughbook CF-31 is powered by an Intel Core i3/i5 dual core CPU with clock speeds ranging from 2.26GB to 2.53GHz. The Toughbook CF-31 features a 13.1-inch  LED-backlit touchscreen display with 1024×768 pixels resolution, up to 8GB of RAM and 160GB/250GB hard drive, an integrated or discrete (ATI Radeon HD 5650) graphics.

It is equipped with four USB ports, a HDMI port, LAN, optional webcam, 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, and optional 3G/WiMAX module, fingerprint reader, and GPS. Weight of this notebook is range from 3.58kg to 3.72kg depending on configuration. It is pre-loaded with Windows 7 (Windows XP downgrade option is available).

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