Will Google's Android 2 be a smart-phone spoiler?
The release of the Motorola Droid by Verizon Wireless has many reviewers touting it as the biggest threat yet to the popular Apple iPhone. Many observers also believe that the once written-off Android could outsell devices based on the BlackBerry, Microsoft Windows Mobile and Palm Pre platforms.
NIST seeks help in revising contingency planning guide
The National Institute of Standards and Technology is updating its seven-year-old guidelines on developing contingency plans, and is seeking comments on its draft plan.
DISA ordered to contribute to geospatial intelligence suite
DISA and other DOD organizations must contribute to a suite of geospatial intelligence visualization tools, according to memo from DOD Deputy CIO Dave Wennergren.
Microsoft provides guidance on XP Mode for Windows 7
Microsoft released additional resources for information technology pros planning to use the new desktop virtualization solution in Windows 7 known as "Windows XP Mode," which can now be downloaded for free as a complete product.
DOD simulation center aims for outreach
The Defense Department's Modeling and Simulation Information Analysis Center is now seen a one-stop shop for the modeling and simulation community in DOD, director says.
A Kindle for the rest of us?
Starting next month, Amazon will offer a free version of Kindle for PC users.
DOD open-source memo could change software landscape
DOD has issued guidance that clarifies the use of open-source software.
Lightweight Land Warrior gets second wind
The U.S. Army is continuing the resurrection of its Land Warrior program, which was officially canceled by the Department of Defense in February 2007. The program provides a package of technological tools for combat personnel, including computers, global positioning systems and radios.
DOD's new rules promote open source
New guidance from Defense Department acting CIO David Wennergren says DOD should consider open-source software on equal footing with commercial offerings.
Flu pandemic could overwhelm Internet capacity, GAO warns
A severe flu outbreak could overwhelm the Internet as millions of workers telecommuted
Dell introduces rugged tablet PC
The Latitude XT2 XFR complies with Mil-Std 810-G specs and uses touch capability.
Casio Exilim
If you need a rugged camera or rugged phone, there are better options. But if you need a hybrid that can do both fairly well, the Casio Exilim won’t disappoint.
8 rugged devices that are ready for field duty
The GCN Lab tests eight rugged devices ― from phones and cameras to laptop PCs and vehicle-mounted computers ― that are fit for military and other tough assignments.
Panasonic Toughbook 30
Even though the Toughbook 30 is a bit of an anchor, it’s the most rugged laptop in this roundup, suffering not a scratch in all our testing. If you absolutely, positively have to make sure your data and apps survive, the Toughbook 30 is the way to go.
Parvus DuraCOR 810
The DuraCOR 810 is a little expensive, but if you need to drop a computer into your military or aerospace vehicle, you are probably more concerned with mission survivability than cost. And the DuraCOR 810 survived everything we threw at it.
Olympus Tough 8000
We were highly impressed with the picture quality of the 10-megapixel unit and ruggedness of it. Even with a 2.7-inch LCD screen, the Tough-8000 wasn't damaged at any height dropped from within military specifications.
General Dynamics Itronix GD 8000
The GD 8000 is a good computer that could easily fit into almost any vehicle. The 7.9-pound laptop PC could also be carried if needed, though it’s not as rugged as the Toughbook 30 outside. But with a government price of $4,250, it’s less expensive, too.
Getac V100
The V100 convertible is a nice unit if you need something tiny. But it’s not nearly as rugged as billed, especially in terms of protection against shock. If you’re going to use a V100, be sure not to drop it.
Motion Computing J3400 Tablet PC
With a list price of $2,384, the J3400 is certainly the rugged tablet we would recommend for those who need a tablet PC without the extra burden of a convertible setup.
Motorola Adventure v750
The Adventure looks like many other flip-top phones, but it meets 810G specs for shock, dust, vibration, solar radiation, temperature and altitude.
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