Ruggedized laptop computers are definitely moving out of their specialized niche market and into the mainstream.
Just check out this really positive review of the Durabook D13RY in a blog on Forbes, of all places.
David M. Ewalt, the reviewer, notes that the Durabook is a great all-around laptop, though a bit on the heavy side, at […]

Ultra-mobile or ultra-light rugged notebooks are definitely coming into their own. On the heels of Itronix’s Gobook MR 1 comes the fully rugged Getac V100. Pretty soon, rugged notebooks won’t weigh much more than any other laptop computer.
Here’s the press release:
GETAC Inc., a leading, specialist rugged mobile computer manufacturer with extensive technological and […]

The Toughbook 52 is one powerful semi-rugged laptop computer. Though a bit on the heavy side, this ruggedized notebook more than carries its weight with solid business and government-class computing performance.
Toughbook 52 Overview
• Genuine Windows® XP Professional or Windows VistaTM Business
• Intel® CoreTM2 Duo Mobile Technology
• Integrated 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN
• Optional SmartCard reader
• DVD […]

Dell today announced the LatitudeTM ATGTM D620 (All-Terrain Grade), its first semi-rugged notebook computer for customers who work in tough environments. The Latitude ATG is now available in the U.S. and will be available in other Dell regions in the next couple weeks.
The Latitude ATG meets military standards for vibration, humidity and altitude1 […]

HP today entered the rugged PC market with the introduction of the HP Rugged Notebook nr3600 and the HP Rugged Tablet PC tr3000. Designed to withstand long-term vibration, rain, dust and extreme operating temperatures, these mobile PCs are ideal tools for users who often work in remote and demanding environments.
“Continental Airlines is enthusiastic about HP’s […]