# Tough Military Computers Bulky Acme Comrade Series is Built For the Battlefield By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acme-comrade References: [chipchick](http://www.chipchick.com/2009/07/acme_comrade_computers_ready_war.html) & [acmeportable](http://www.acmeportable.com/Portable-System/comrade400.html) We’ve become so comfortable with netbooks smaller than a standard hardcover laptop so this computer might be a little strange or frightening to everyone. The Acme Comrade series of ‘laptops’ are too busy helping defend their country to think about looking pretty. These bulky suckers come with different LCD displays for different situations (glare, night, etc.). It has an [optional touchscreen function](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-projector-tablets) and a lot of exterior armor (just look at it). Due to its size, the Comrades need 2-dual system cooling side fans in order to ensure its life in the trenches. It really makes you think about the fact that a [computer that large](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-zbook-fury-g1i-18inch) is a necessity for those soldiers while here in North America, we wouldn’t dream of even looking at that computer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Military-grade Computers:** Exploring and developing computers that cater to the specific needs of military personnel and can withstand harsh environments. - **Rugged Computing:** Investigating and designing computing devices with durable exteriors that can endure challenging circumstances. - **Specialized Displays:** Researching and producing displays optimized for specific scenarios such as night vision or bright light exposure. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Defense:** The defense industry can continue to create innovative solutions to address the computing needs of military personnel in extreme environments. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can explore the development and production of industrial computers with rugged exteriors that can withstand harsh conditions. - **Aerospace:** The aerospace industry can invest in creating specialized displays that are tailored to enhance pilots' visibility and situational awareness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Field-Ready Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getac-x600.md) - [Heavy-Duty Industrial Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhanjiang-xinjuneng-rev9-laptop.md) - [Field-Ready Triple-Display PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milpac-iii-lite.md) - [Military-Grade Field Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-toughbook-40.md) - [Military-Grade AI Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protege-x40-m.md) - [Convenient Portable Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geekbook.md) - [Rugged Swappable Module Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-toughbook-55-mk3.md) - [Field-Ready Creativity Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-proart-pz13.md) - [Military-Grade Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-tuf-gaming-a17.md)