Itronix GD2000: a rugged handheld for your skydiving, bullet-dodging, building-scaling lifestyle

Taking a break from BASE jumping to shop for your next rugged computer ? If you can’t wait for Panasonic’s Android Toughbook slate , consider the just-announced General Dynamics Itronix GD2000. The PR mavens promise this handheld performs like a full-sized notebook, thanks to an Intel Core Solo processor. Weighing in at 2.4 pounds, this beast can run for six hours on a lithium-ion battery; it also boasts a sun-friendly 5.6-inch, 1024 x 600 LED touchscreen. Fully integrated satellite GPS will help you reach your top secret rendezvous point, and WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity will keep your Twitter feed updated along the way. But how rugged is it really , you ask? The case is Ingress Protection (IP) 54 rated, the company answers, meaning your new purchase is protected from dust and splashing water. When you’re ready to build your own – maybe upgrading the standard 64GB SATA drive and adding cellular networking – prices start at $4,900. Continue reading Itronix GD2000: a rugged handheld for your skydiving, bullet-dodging, building-scaling lifestyle Itronix GD2000: a rugged handheld for your skydiving, bullet-dodging, building-scaling lifestyle originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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