Handheld's NAUTIZ X8 Ultra-rugged Field Computer Gets New Customizable Add-ons

Handheld's NAUTIZ X8 Ultra-rugged Field Computer Gets New Customizable Add-ons

LIDKÖPING, Sweden, August 25, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Handheld Group [http://www.handheldgroup.com ], a leading manufacturer of rugged
mobile computers, today announced new expansion pack features for its NAUTIZ X8
[http://www.handheldgroup.com/en/rugged-computer/handheld-pda/nautiz-x8 ] rugged PDA. The
new functionalities will make the NAUTIZ X8 even more versatile for field workers in a
number of market segments, including forestry, surveying, construction, field services,
warehouse projects and logistics.

    The Nautiz X8 was built to enable efficient and reliable data collection in the
toughest of environments. Ultra-rugged with superior processing power, screen size and
sunlight visibility, the X8 has become immensely popular in the GIS, land surveying,
public safety, forestry and military sectors.

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    Handheld now offers three versatility-increasing expansion packs for the Nautiz X8:

       
        - Nautiz X8 Long Range Bluetooth (LRBT) Expansion Pack features a LRBT u-blox module,
          which allows long-range communication up to 300 meters. This option is especially
          well-suited for advanced forestry solutions, surveying and construction work.
        - Nautiz X8 Barcode Expansion Pack features an imager module (Zebra SE4750SR) with an
          LED aimer, which allows for competitive scanning performance without sacrificing
          design, ruggedness or user experience. This option is ideal for workers in field
          service, warehouse projects and logistics.
        - Nautiz X8 Basic Expansion Pack is an empty add-on cap for an extension of your choice.
          It increases the Nautiz X8's customizability and flexibility for specific customer
          requirements. It also allows users to install custom accessories under the cap using
          the proprietary interface.

    The new Nautiz X8 expansion packs will be available in September. All cap versions are
designed to retain the Nautiz X8 IP67 classification.

    "The Nautiz X8 is the world's best rugged handheld computer, with an outstanding
screen and exceptional durability, connectivity, processing power and battery life -
without compromising ergonomics or design," says Jerker Hellstrom, CEO of Handheld Group.
"These new expansions will make it even more versatile, customizable and attractive for
field users in a number of industry segments. We take pride in always working with our
partners and customers to understand their specific needs and create solutions they
actually want and will benefit from."

    The Nautiz X8 has an IP67 ingress protection rating
[http://www.handheldgroup.com/en/why-rugged-handheld-computers/what-is-rugged ] and is
completely protected against dust, sand and water immersion. It also meets stringent
MIL-STD-810G military test standards [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MIL-STD-810 ] for
overall durability and resistance to humidity, shock, vibrations, drops, salt and extreme
temperatures.

    Helpful links 

    NAUTIZ X8 product specifications
[http://www.handheldgroup.com/en/rugged-computer/handheld-pda/nautiz-x8 ]

    Press images [http://www.handheldgroup.com/pressroom ]

    Handheld Group [http://www.handheldgroup.com ]

    Handheld product lineup [http://www.handheldgroup.com/en/rugged-computer ]

    What does rugged mean?
[http://www.handheldgroup.com/en/why-rugged-handheld-computers/what-is-rugged ]

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    About Handheld 

    The Handheld Group is a manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, PDAs and tablets.
Handheld and its partners worldwide deliver complete mobility solutions to businesses in
industries such as geomatics, logistics, forestry, public transportation, utilities,
construction, maintenance, mining, military and security. The Handheld Group of Sweden has
local offices in Finland, the U.K., the Netherlands, Italy, Germany, Switzerland,
Australia and the USA. For more information, please see http://www.handheldgroup.com

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CONTACT: Media Contacts: Sofia Löfblad, Marketing Director, Handheld Group, Sweden: +46-510-54-71-70; Amy Urban, Marketing Director, Handheld-US, USA: +1-541-752-0319