# Rugged Military PDAs Elbit Systems Develops Computer Devices for the U.S. Army By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elbit-systems References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/elbit_systems_chunky_ruggedized_military_handheld_computers_17616.asp) & [elbitsystems](http://www.elbitsystems.com/elbitmain/default.asp) Someone has to supply the U.S. army with [sturdy, rugged computer devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackview-active-12-pro) and [Elbit Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unmanned-ground-vehicle) has taken it upon them to be that technological source. Considering how necessary [PDAs and other similar gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketmage-pda) have become in civilian's daily lives, it would only be natural that soldiers would be supplied with best of the best as well. Elbit Systems manufactures devices that can withstand all kinds of treacherous territories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Rugged Military Pdas:** Elbit Systems develops rugged computer devices for the U.S. Army. - **Sturdy Technology for Soldiers:** The demand for rugged and durable computer devices for military use is growing. - **Enhancing Soldier Connectivity:** Advanced PDAs and similar devices improve communication and efficiency on the battlefield. ### Who This Affects Most - **Defense Technology:** The defense industry has a growing need for rugged military computer devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** The demand for rugged devices from civilian consumers can influence the development of military PDAs. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can provide infrastructure and connectivity solutions to support the use of rugged military PDAs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-u11.md) - [Rugged Unmanned Ground Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unmanned-ground-vehicle.md) - [Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-r8.md) - [Military-Grade Laptop Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notepac-iii-pro-v.md) - [Field-Ready Triple-Display PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milpac-iii-lite.md) - [Durable 5G Field Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-algiz-10xr.md) - [Ultra-Rugged Enterprise-Ready Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmd-terra-m.md) - [Projector-Boasting Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-projector-tablets.md) - [Military-Grade Field Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-toughbook-40.md)