# Rugged Miniature Tablets The New Panasonic Toughpads Are Designed for Use in Rugged Environments By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-06-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toughpad References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/panasonic-handheld-toughpad-tablets/32670/) & [panasonic](http://www.panasonic.com/business/toughpad/us/5-inch-tablet-fz-x1.asp) [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-toughbook-40) has added two new models to its Toughpad series of [rugged tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackview-active-12-pro) designer for users on the move. The Toughpad FZ-E1 and Toughpad FZ-X1. These new Toughpads were developed for use by military, transportation, logistics and utility workers. They exceed military-grade ruggedness standards, and also hold up ably to dust and water. They are capable of operating underwater to a depth of 5 feet for up to 30 minutes. They are also highly secure, making them a good fit for government officials dealing with sensitive data and operations. Both Toughpads promise a long battery life and an awesome rain-sensing feature that prevents the [HD touchscreen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-pad-7-ultra) from being activated by rain droplets. The main difference between the two is that the FZ-E1 runs a Windows Embedded 8.1 Handheld operating system while the FZ-X1 uses Android 4.2.2. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rugged Tablets:** The increasing demand for rugged tablets that can meet military-grade ruggedness standards presents opportunities for manufacturers to innovate and create unique solutions in the market. - **Waterproof Technology:** The development of waterproof technology presents a new disruptive innovation opportunity for electronic device manufacturers to create devices that can function underwater without compromising their performance or efficiency. - **Rain-sensing Technology:** The invention of rain-sensing technology presents an opportunity for tablet manufacturers to develop devices that can function effectively in humid and rainy environments without posing a risk to sensitive data and operations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Military:** The military industry can benefit from the use of rugged tablets with military-grade ruggedness standards, waterproof technology and long battery life to enhance its operations and improve efficiency. - **Transportation and Logistics:** The transportation and logistics industry can benefit from the use of rugged tablets with rain-sensing features that can improve accessibility and communication within the industry and boost productivity. - **Government:** The government industry can benefit from the use of highly secure rugged tablets that can safely handle sensitive data and operations and improve communication among government officials in different locations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-r8.md) - [Rugged Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-u11.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) - [Durable 5G Field Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-algiz-10xr.md) - [Rugged Powerhouse Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oukitel-rt10.md) - [Hybrid Rugged Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rt7-titan.md) - [Advanced Rugged Computer Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-computer.md) - [Active Cooling Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesa-pro-rugged-tablet.md)