Motion launches new line of rugged tablet PCs offering enhanced power, performance and integrated features

Motion Computing, provider of integrated mobile computing solutions, has launched new slate tablet PCs with Intel Core vPro processors offering new levels of performance, security and manageability. Built on the companys existing line of tablet PCs, Motions new F5v and C5v meet the needs of mobile workforces across industries, and now feature enhanced integrated features, connectivity and durability.

From its inception, Motion has delivered tablet PC solutions that address the needs of a highly mobile workforce, said Mike Stinson, Vice President of Marketing, Motion Computing. Today we extend that leadership with the introduction of the industrys most advanced purpose-built slate tablet PCs that offer mobility, power and durability.

Powerful Performance
The rugged F5v Tablet PC and C5v MCA now feature the Intel Core i7 or Core i5 vPro technology, enabling a significant improvement in performance and battery life over previous solutions. Additionally, incorporating Intel Core vPro technology will enable Motion customers to experience:
Enhanced remote management  capabilities enabling IT technicians to repair and secure the PC from any  location, even while powered-down or in sleep mode, enabling greater levels of  energy efficiency and streamlined maintenance processes   
Increased security with fully  manageable hard drive encryption, and Intel Anti-Theft technology used with  Computrace, protecting valuable data in case of loss or theft   
Improved multitasking with smart  technology that adjusts processor speed to support workload changes, providing  power when needed and working more efficiently when  possible
Motion tablets with the 2010 Intel Core vPro processors adapt to the needs of mobile workforces with smart security, cost-saving manageability, and intelligent performance, said Brian Tucker, Director of Marketing, Business Client Platform Division at Intel. Now enterprises can take advantage of the powerful applications and rich user experiences available with todays technology.

Built on Proven Technology
Motions next-generation C5v and F5v Tablet PCs are based on the companys proven line of rugged tablets that are in use by mobile professionals worldwide. New features to further increase productivity, connectivity and durability for enhanced mobile experiences include:
Hot-swap battery feature for easy  replacement of charged batteries without interruption  
System storage enhancements,  featuring a powerful 160GB HDD and up to 4GB of RAM  
Extra-durable Corning Gorilla  glass, now standard, offering up to a 4 times improvement in breakage  resistance1, with new anti-smear coating for improved visibility   
Enhanced optional, integrated 3.0  megapixel documentation camera and new web camera for improved communication  and collaboration capabilities  
Integrated Gobi2000 mobile  broadband supporting multi-mode 3G mobile Internet access on either HSPA or  CDMA2000 EV-DO networks in markets around the  world Enterprise-Ready, Highly Powerful, Durable and Mobile Tablet PCs

Tested to withstand even the harshest working environments, the C5v and F5v Tablet PCs meet MIL-STD-810G and IP-54 standards. Drop tested on 26 sides and fully sealed against dust and moisture, the tablet PCs are designed to withstand bumps, drops, rain or other conditions that can damage commercial-grade computing solutions. Additionally, the tablet PCs are enterprise-ready. Utilising either the Windows 7 or Windows XP operating system, the C5v and F5v fit seamlessly into enterprise-environments, reducing the burden on IT and enabling mobile workers to manage the same applications available to office-based employees.

The Motion C5v MCA and F5v Mobile Field Tool
The next generation of the proven C5-Series and F5-Series Tablet PCs, the Motion C5v and F5v are tailored to mobile professionals across vertical industries such as healthcare, construction and field service. The tablet PCs are fully rugged yet lightweight, making them the ideal solution for workers who compute while walking or standing. Deployed across organisations worldwide, the tablet PCs are proving to enhance documentation, improve collaboration, and reduce process latencies.