Zebra Technologies Introduces New Windows 12-inch Rugged Tablets and 2-in-1s
September 13 2021 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
New ET80 and ET85 are Zebra’s first tablets
supporting Wi-Fi 6E and 5G for higher speeds and more reliable
performance
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at
the front line of business with solutions and partners that deliver
a performance edge, today introduced the ET80 and ET85 (ET8x
series), a new series of Windows 12-inch rugged tablets and
2-in-1s. The ET8x series is designed to improve productivity and
safety across multiple industries. These innovative tablets are
Zebra’s first tablets with support for Wi-Fi 6E and 5G, providing
advanced wireless connectivity to help ensure mobile workers remain
connected in any environment.
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The thin and light ET80 and ET85, which run on Intel 11th
Generation processors, are a portable option in the field and can
be purchased with a detached rugged keyboard featuring a friction
hinge so front-line workers can experience a complete laptop-like
experience on the go, in their vehicles or at their desks. With
support for citizens broadband radio service (CBRS), companies can
enable private LTE networks that provide cost-effective wireless
connectivity in the largest facilities – indoors and outside.
Public safety network certification provides first responders with
a connection they can count on.
The new ET8x series is ideal for public safety, government,
field service and manufacturing industries. For public safety and
state and local government agencies, Zebra’s tablets and 2-in-1s
enable routing and dispatch communications, patient care reporting,
e-citation and personnel tracking. For field service including
utility workers, in addition to routing and dispatch
communications, the devices can be used for mobile work order
management, safety inspection and compliance, and remote
assistance. On the manufacturing plant floor, they help improve
quality assurance and forklift operations, as well as maintenance
and repair workflows.
“Balancing the need for a more flexible and portable mobile
solution without sacrificing high end performance and large display
requirements has opened the door for 2-in-1 detachable rugged
tablets, such as Zebra Technologies’ ET80 and ET85,” says David
Krebs, Executive Vice President, VDC Research. “This emerging form
factor has enabled mission-critical mobile workforces in sectors as
diverse as public safety and government to maintain support for
traditional rugged clamshell PC use cases while enabling more
mobile and distributed workflows.”
Zebra’s new series of tablets and 2-in-1s can function as a
standalone tablet or a true laptop replacement and provide support
in even the most rugged environments. At less than 2.9 pounds and
with an optional detachable rugged keyboard, the new ET8x series
offers a flexible work option that can transform into a desktop in
the office or a mobile workstation in a police car, truck, or
forklift. The ET80 and ET85 also offer a longer battery life than
previous models, reducing time spent recharging or switching to
back up devices, further improving productivity and reducing
downtime.
“We’re proud to offer the new ET80 and ET85 tablets and 2-in-1s,
which provide Wi-Fi 6 advanced connectivity and also represent
Zebra’s entrance into the 5G space,” said Julie Johnson, Vice
President, Enterprise Mobile Computing, Zebra Technologies. “The
innovative ET8x series provide businesses across multiple
industries with the devices they need to improve productivity,
speed and reliability across all areas of their operations.”
The new ET8x series offers a 12-inch screen, 13-megapixel
rear-facing camera, optional integrated barcode scanner, and
supports Windows Hello via a front-facing camera for facial
recognition and optional fingerprint reader for multi-factor
authentication. The ET80 and ET85 are also the first Zebra Windows
10 tablets equipped with select Zebra Mobility DNA software tools
to optimize workflows, and improve communications and usability for
mobile workers. These tools include PowerPrecision Plus, which
provides visibility into device battery health and optional
Workforce Connect Push to Talk features, which streamlines
communications in one connected platform.
In addition, Zebra OneCare™ Maintenance Plans are available for
the ET8x series to help users maximize device uptime and business
performance, ensuring they get the most out of their investment.
With Zebra OneCare plans, front-line workers can perform at peak
levels while also reducing device vulnerabilities, unbudgeted
repair expenses, and unexpected disruptions.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Zebra introduced the new ET8x series of rugged 12-inch tablets
and 2-in-1s designed for the public safety, government, field
service and manufacturing markets.
- The new ET80 and ET85 are Zebra’s first tablets with support
for Wi-Fi 6E and 5G, improving connectivity speeds and
reliability.
- The ET80 and ET85 are Zebra’s first Windows 10 tablets equipped
with select Mobility DNA tools, helping increase communications and
usability for field workers.
ABOUT ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES
Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) empowers the front line in
retail/ecommerce, manufacturing, transportation and logistics,
healthcare, public sector and other industries to achieve a
performance edge. With more than 10,000 partners across 100
countries, Zebra delivers industry-tailored, end-to-end solutions
to enable every asset and worker to be visible, connected and fully
optimized. The company’s market-leading solutions elevate the
shopping experience, track and manage inventory as well as improve
supply chain efficiency and patient care. In 2020, Zebra made
Forbes Global 2000 list for the second consecutive year and was
listed among Fast Company’s Best Companies for Innovators. For more
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