General Dynamics Itronix, a company specialized in developing wireless, rugged computing solutions, has just announced a new compact mobile system that is designed to combine the ultra-mobility of a handheld computer with the powerful performance of a full-sized notebook.
The new device, which is about the size of two stacked paperback books, is called the GD2000 and at its heart stands an
Intel Ultra Low Voltage Core Solo processor which works at 1.2GHz.
This is accompanied by 2GB of DDR3 system memory, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated SIRFstarIII GPS, and by a 64GB SSD drive that is swappable without the use of any tools.
The display installed measures just 5.6-inch in diagonal, but it sports a 1024x600 resolution, touchscreen capabilities, and GD Itronix also claims that the DynaVue coating enables it to deliver crisp images even in direct sunlight.
The rest of the features list includes dedicated zoom-in/zoom-out keyboard button, TPM support, a 77-key backlit keyboard and an on-the-fly swapable Lithium-ion power pack with 6 hours of battery life.
GD Itronix' GD2000 weights 2.4 pounds and it measures just 1.8x6.6x4.8 inches, so the device is highly
portable.
According to its maker, the GD2000 was designed for military, law enforcement, emergency first responders and field service personnel working in environments where conditions are harsh and space is limited.
“The GD2000 is designed for the most
extreme work environments,” said Mark Johnston, director of Strategic Computing Solutions for General Dynamics Itronix.
“For example, after jumping from a plane with the GD2000 strapped to their chests, military paratroopers can pinpoint or change their landing location as well as receive updated mission information while in flight and after they land.”
The General Dynamics Itronix GD2000 is available with a number of options, and its list price starts at $4,900.
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