Box and Getac Announce Line of Microsoft Windows 7 compatible Rugged Tablet PCs

27th November 2009

Getac, a leading innovator and manufacturer of rugged computers that meet the demands of field-based applications, announced today that its complete line of rugged notebook computers and tablet PCs are fully compatible with Microsoft's long-awaited Windows 7 Operating System. Windows 7 will enhance Getac's newly-introduced Resistive Multi-Touch technology with an entire library of identified gestures for keyboard-free PC operation, even with industrial gloves.

Certified by Microsoft, Getac’s Resistive Multi-Touch technology supports Windows 7 operating system, by using a series of single touch, dual touch, "flick," and application gestures so users of Getac products can quickly and easily perform numerous on-screen tasks such as move, copy, delete, zoom, and rotate by simply touching the screen and performing the task desired with their fingers. Unlike commonly used capacitive multi-touch technology, resistive multi-touch technology can perform these actions, and many others while wearing protective gloves, making it ideal for industrial and field professionals who work with dangerous chemicals or perform their job in extreme weather conditions. Even with gloves, the sensitivity and accuracy of the multi-touch screen is extremely high. The screen features 2048x2048 resolution, 100 points per second report rate, and less than 35ms response time.

"Working closely with Microsoft, we were able to voice the needs of our customers to ensure that our resistive Multi-touch function works hand-in-hand with their Windows 7 operating system. We have seen the excitement over the launch of Windows 7 increase exponentially and are excited to be a part of it right from the start, said Peter Molyneux, Business Development Director, Getac UK. “In addition, we continue to advance our technology with the introduction of the Getac V100, the industrial’s first rugged laptop with resistive multi-touch panel. We will soon enable this feature to our full product line."

To catch the shifting trend to Windows 7 operating systems, Getac rugged products including A790, M230, V100, and B300 will be Windows 7 compatible beginning on the Operating System's availability date of October 22, 2009.

The new Microsoft operating system Windows 7 incorporates hundreds of improvements designed to maximise the overall performance of Getac's rugged Notebook PCs and Tablet PCs. It offers easy access to WiFi networks, reduced battery consumption, faster startup and shutdown times, and a faster and more responsive 64-bit driver. Numerous features included in Windows 7 will enhance the overall performance of Getac products. In short, Windows 7 is responsive, reliable, and runs smoothly, and will allow field workers to work smarter, faster and more efficiently.

About Getac

Getac UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of Getac Technology Corporation. Getac Technology Corporation, a key subsidiary of MiTAC Synnex Business Group (2008 consolidated revenue 18 billion USD) was established in 1989 as a joint venture with GE Aerospace to supply defense electronic products. Getac’s business coverage includes; rugged notebooks, rugged tablet PCs and rugged handheld devices for military, police, government, communications, manufacturing and transportation applications ranging from fully rugged and commercial-grade rugged. Getac’s strong R&D capabilities allow it to provide a high level of customisation and all-aspect hardware-software integration solutions. Apart from the rugged computing business, Getac is also involved with the design and manufacture of plastic and lightweight metal components. The acquisition of Waffer Technology in 2009 has made Getac the world’s third largest aluminum-magnesium alloy producer.

About Box Technologies

Founded in 1992, Box Technologies was the UK’s first Electronic Point of Sale (EPoS) equipment distributor, basing its core foundation and commercial success on key business relationships with leading Mobile manufacturers like Honeywell, Motion Computing and Getac Computers.

Today, Box Technologies is a leading provider in a diverse range of technologies and services aimed at multiple industry sectors including; Finance, Retail, Hospitality, Transport and Logistics, Public Sector and Utilities. Within these sectors Box offers five distinct product/service lines: EPoS, Digital Signage, Self Service, Mobile and Service.

Box Technologies supplies a network of Software developer and Value added Reseller organisations, each with specialist expertise and services that cover the entire range of business IT applications across their chosen industry. These business partnerships and Box’s ability to deliver both product and supporting services, ensure the end user receives industry leading advice and rapid delivery. To this end, Box holds stock of multiple product lines for immediate supply.

Box is much more than simply a technology supplier, it is a total service provider, whether that is helping to scope a product requirement, planning a complete system roll out or managing an estate of deployed equipment.

The company has total dedication to developing high levels of expertise in the technology areas it works within, witha sharp focus on those products in daily use when interfacing between machines and people. Credit/debit Payment Terminals, Bank Teller Equipment, Ticket Dispensing and Information Kiosks, Touch screen EPoS terminals, Pen Tablet Computers, Bar-code Scanners, Receipt and Label Printers, Contactless Card Readers and many more technologies vital to the customer interface/transaction, are the daily bread for BoxTechnologies.

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