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Ultra-Rugged Laptops

The Dell Latitude Rugged Laptops Can Withstand Harsh Physical Conditions

— April 6, 2014 — Tech
The Dell Latitude Rugged Extreme laptops are highly rugged laptops that are built to withstand extreme outdoor conditions and are targeted towards military, public safety and other professionals working in harsh conditions. The Latitude 12 and Latitude 14 laptops feature 12-inch and 14-inch screens respectively

The Latitude Rugged Extreme laptops are built with impact-resistant, ultra-polymers and magnesium alloy and have been drop-tested from a height of 1.82 meters. The laptops feature sealed ports and Dell's proprietary QuadCool thermal management system, which enables the laptops to be used in temperatures ranging from -20 degrees to 63 degrees Centigrade.

The laptops come with memory options ranging from 4 GB to 16 GB and up to 512 GB of storage, as well as a Full HD webcam. The Latitude 12 also has an 8-megapixel flash camera at the bottom and has resistive multi-touch functionality, making it easy to use even when the user is wearing thick gloves.

The Latitude 12 and Latitude 14 laptops will be priced starting at $3,649 and $3,499 respectively.
Trend Themes
1. Rugged Technology - Opportunity to develop and market highly durable and impact-resistant devices for professionals working in extreme outdoor conditions.
2. Extreme Temperature Resistance - Opportunity to create products that can operate in a wide range of temperatures, enabling their use in various industries and environments.
3. Glove-friendly Interface - Opportunity to design devices with resistive multi-touch functionality, allowing easy usage even when wearing gloves, catering to professionals who require hand protection.
Industry Implications
1. Military Equipment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop ultra-rugged devices specifically designed for military applications, ensuring reliability and longevity in harsh environments.
2. Public Safety - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create rugged technology solutions for first responders and emergency personnel, enhancing their ability to work effectively in extreme conditions.
3. Outdoor Professions - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design rugged devices tailored for professionals in outdoor industries like construction, oil and gas, forestry, etc., providing them with durable tools to withstand their work environment.
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