# Indestructible Laptops The Ndura Rugged Laptop Can Take the Abuse By Alex Scott | Published 2010-02-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ndura-rugged-laptop References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/why_cant_all_laptops_have_handles_15960.asp) & [toughnrugged](http://www.toughnrugged.com/rugged-133-ip65-rated-laptop-184-p.asp) It must be coincidence that the week I am in the market for my first laptop I stumble across the Ndura Rugged Laptop. If you're in the market for electronic items you are probably looking for devices that can take some abuse. Lord knows I’m always dropping my phone and [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-iphone-17-case) on the ground, so I want a computer that’s not going to die if I drop it. The Ndura Rugged Laptop is built for the military and other extreme jobs and like the [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-toughbook-40) [Toughbook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-computer), it looks like it could survive being thrown against the wall (not that I’m going to attempt such a thing). Well, maybe, if I buy the extended warranty that is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Rugged Electronics:** Opportunities for creating electronic devices that are built to withstand extreme conditions. - **Durability Technology:** An increasing demand for technology that is built to last and can withstand harsh treatment. - **Military-grade Devices:** Developing electronics that can meet the high standards of military-grade equipment for civilian use. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Creating more durable, rugged versions of electronic devices for everyday use, particularly for people who work in physically demanding jobs. - **Military Technology:** Adapting rugged electronic devices for military use, where durable, reliable technology is essential for soldiers out in the field. - **Industrial Equipment:** Manufacturing more rugged and durable equipment for industrial jobs, where technology needs to be able to withstand harsh environments and heavy use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Military-Grade Field Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-toughbook-40.md) - [Durable Field-Ready Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getac-x600.md) - [Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-r8.md) - [Professional Field-Ready Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-r11l.md) - [Enhanced Durable Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toughbook-55-1.md) - [Rugged Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-u11.md) - [Hyper-Durable Chinese Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-durable-smartphone.md) - [Military-Grade Laptop Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notepac-iii-pro-v.md) - [Heavy-Duty Industrial Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhanjiang-xinjuneng-rev9-laptop.md)