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Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Positive Review of Motion Computing's CL900 Tablet
m-Logistics Magazine reviews Motion's CL900
Click HERE for the review
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Click HERE for the review
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Do Tablets Really Need Security Apps?
Article that discusses the question about potential security concerns with tablets. Whether it be a windows-based OS or an open source Android OS, in today's age, one cannot become complacent.
Click HERE for original article
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Click HERE for original article
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Businesses Already Preparing Their Windows 8 Plans
WINRUMORS reports that businesses are already eyeing future deployment of Windows 8 and its tablet support.
Click HERE for original story.
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Click HERE for original story.
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
eWeek: Business Embraces Tablets-With Caution
eWeek in article discusses how despite increased interest by small and enterprise business, decision makers have their concerns of their existing systems and security.
Click HERE for article
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
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Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Five medical practice tasks simplified—from desk to diagnosis—using the Tablet PC
These are some excellent discussion points for how tablet PC's can increase efficiency and satisfy increased need in helathcare.
1. Interacting with your patient during a consultation
A picture or sketch is worth a thousand words when communicating treatment plans or injury descriptions with your patient. Patients internalize and retain information better through interactive tools. Adding handwritten notes, sketches, and images is easy with the digital pen and handwriting capability.
2. Entering handwritten notes into the Electronic Health Record
Using the Tablet PC in Tablet mode allows the use of a stylus to click on software choices and enter handwritten notes that are captured electronically and are easily accessible. Charting can be completed during patient visits while still maintaining a personal connection with the patient and eliminating the need to enter information into the EHR later. Medical instructions can be wirelessly* sent for printing and handed to the patient at the end of the appointment.
3. Generating accurate Prescriptions for fast fulfillment
Electronically use your Tablet PC at point of care to review medication lists, select prescriptions, accurately prepare scripts that and perform medication reconciliation. All of these tasks can be sent wirelessly* to the front office for the patient at check out; or directly to the pharmacy for fast fulfillment.
4. Sharing information at point of care.
Share x-rays, other types of images, and results with your patients in the examination room. Multitouch gestures, finger taps and swipes across the screen allow easy and efficient navigation through applications and menus, to compare x-ray images and look up pertinent medical information. Images of procedures can be shared with and saved into their medical record.
5. Facilitating efficient workflow practices from office to examination room
Your workday may begin in your office, answering emails and planning your day, but you shouldn't spend more time trying to figure out your computers than you do practicing medicine. Your Tablet PC is docked and working as a fully featured desktop PC. With a simple flip, the Tablet PC can be used in tablet mode, using the stylus to enter handwritten notes or click on software choices. Move from the office to the examination room with ease.
Click HERE for original posting
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
1. Interacting with your patient during a consultation
A picture or sketch is worth a thousand words when communicating treatment plans or injury descriptions with your patient. Patients internalize and retain information better through interactive tools. Adding handwritten notes, sketches, and images is easy with the digital pen and handwriting capability.
2. Entering handwritten notes into the Electronic Health Record
Using the Tablet PC in Tablet mode allows the use of a stylus to click on software choices and enter handwritten notes that are captured electronically and are easily accessible. Charting can be completed during patient visits while still maintaining a personal connection with the patient and eliminating the need to enter information into the EHR later. Medical instructions can be wirelessly* sent for printing and handed to the patient at the end of the appointment.
3. Generating accurate Prescriptions for fast fulfillment
Electronically use your Tablet PC at point of care to review medication lists, select prescriptions, accurately prepare scripts that and perform medication reconciliation. All of these tasks can be sent wirelessly* to the front office for the patient at check out; or directly to the pharmacy for fast fulfillment.
4. Sharing information at point of care.
Share x-rays, other types of images, and results with your patients in the examination room. Multitouch gestures, finger taps and swipes across the screen allow easy and efficient navigation through applications and menus, to compare x-ray images and look up pertinent medical information. Images of procedures can be shared with and saved into their medical record.
5. Facilitating efficient workflow practices from office to examination room
Your workday may begin in your office, answering emails and planning your day, but you shouldn't spend more time trying to figure out your computers than you do practicing medicine. Your Tablet PC is docked and working as a fully featured desktop PC. With a simple flip, the Tablet PC can be used in tablet mode, using the stylus to enter handwritten notes or click on software choices. Move from the office to the examination room with ease.
Click HERE for original posting
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Motion Computing Tablet Adds Bar Code, Magnetic Scanner for Hospital Use
eWeek's IT Healthcare News relased a story today regarding Motion Computing's SlateMate and discusses how it may be used in healthcare environment.
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Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
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Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Motion SlateMate Demo Video
Video demonstration of Motion's new SlateMate option for the CL900 Tablet PC
CLICK HERE
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
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Motion Announces New SlateMate for CL900
Motion Computing announced today the availability of its new SlatMate for the CL900 Slate Tablet PC. This new offering with MagStripe Reader and Barcode Scanner transforms the CL900 into an enhanced data acquisition and transaction processing device.
Click HERE for the official press release.
The SlateMate is currently available with following bundled CL900 configurations:
CLE2A3BB2C2A2A -- CL900 w/TPM, BT & WLAN (incl A Band) - 2G RAM - 30G SSD - No Integrated WWAN - Integrated Camera - Win7 Pro - Digitizer Pen Included - US Power - BCR & MSR SlateMate - 1-Yr Warranty
CLE3B3BB2C2A2A -- CL900 w/TPM, BT & WLAN (incl A Band) - 2G RAM - 62G SSD - Integrated WWAN - Integrated Camera - Win7 Pro - Digitizer Pen Included - US Power - BCR & MSR SlateMate - 1-Yr Warranty
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
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Click HERE for the official press release.
The SlateMate is currently available with following bundled CL900 configurations:
CLE2A3BB2C2A2A -- CL900 w/TPM, BT & WLAN (incl A Band) - 2G RAM - 30G SSD - No Integrated WWAN - Integrated Camera - Win7 Pro - Digitizer Pen Included - US Power - BCR & MSR SlateMate - 1-Yr Warranty
CLE3B3BB2C2A2A -- CL900 w/TPM, BT & WLAN (incl A Band) - 2G RAM - 62G SSD - Integrated WWAN - Integrated Camera - Win7 Pro - Digitizer Pen Included - US Power - BCR & MSR SlateMate - 1-Yr Warranty
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
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Monday, October 17, 2011
Motion Computing Named in New Report: Global Market For Enterprise Mobility to Exceed $173 Billion
Motion Computing was named in a business report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. (GIA). This study reports that the global market for enterprise mobility will surpass $173 Billion by 2017; citing a growing mobile workforce and the acceptance of mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones as a viable replacement to conventional PC and paper solutions.
Click HERE for the original story.
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Click HERE for the original story.
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
MOTION:Largest Snow Resort in Southern Hemisphere Cuts IT Response Time by Half with Motion Tablets
Motion announced today that the largest snow resort in the southern hemisphere has partnered with Motion to increase efficiency and improve customer service. With the help of Motion products, the resort has been able to cut IT response time in half.
Click HERE for the original article.
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Click HERE for the original article.
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Windows 7 overtakes XP to become the most widely used OS
A news alert today announceed that according to WinRumors.com Windows 7 is now the most widely used OS for desktops. This report cites that Windows 7 now accounts for over 40% of total PC deployment as Windows XP has slid to slightly over 38%. It is estimated that by the end of 2011 635 Million PC's will have shipped with Windows 7 Worldwide.
Click HERE for the original article
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Click HERE for the original article
Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Case Study: Real Estate Brokerage Implements Office 365 for Cloud-based use of Email and Document Sharing
I found an item on Microsoft's official site on Office 365, which shifts Microsft's Office offerings into the Cloud. In this case study, a small real estate brokerage wanted to be more responsive to their clients by allowing their agents to be accessible to their systems from anywhere while using a myriad of devices without the need of IT infrastructure support. This brokerage now uses Microsft Office 365 for Cloud-based email and document sharing.
This is a good example of where your customers and clients may better utilize a mobible tablet platform for field services.
You may click HERE to access the case study.
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Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
This is a good example of where your customers and clients may better utilize a mobible tablet platform for field services.
You may click HERE to access the case study.
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Eric Ostroff is the Motion Product Manager at Advantec Computers, one of Motion Computing's oldest distributors. With a Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Eric has 15 years experience within the IT industry and seven years in technology sales in the DMR channel.
Motion's Mike Stinson: Facing the Fear of Healthcare Mobility
Motion Computing's Mike Stinson participated in a recent panel at technology roundtable that discussed some of the fears and challenges to adopting mobile computing technologies. This roundtable was healthcare focused but can easily be applied to other verticals.
For the transcript of the discussion click HERE
Key questions asked:
1)WHAT ARE SOME SPECIFIC ADVANTAGES THAT CAN ALLEVIATE A PROVIDER’S FEAR OF
MOBILE COMPUTING?
2)WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST DRIVERS FOR MOBILE COMPUTING STRATEGIES IN HEALTHCARE?
3)WHAT CHALLENGES DO PROVIDERS FACE WHEN IT COMES TO PUTTING MOBILE COMPUTINGHARDWARE INTO PRACTICE?
4) WHAT DO PROVIDERS CITE AS THE MOST IMPORTANT FORM FACTORS IN A MOBILE
COMPUTING DEVICE?
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For the transcript of the discussion click HERE
Key questions asked:
1)WHAT ARE SOME SPECIFIC ADVANTAGES THAT CAN ALLEVIATE A PROVIDER’S FEAR OF
MOBILE COMPUTING?
2)WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST DRIVERS FOR MOBILE COMPUTING STRATEGIES IN HEALTHCARE?
3)WHAT CHALLENGES DO PROVIDERS FACE WHEN IT COMES TO PUTTING MOBILE COMPUTINGHARDWARE INTO PRACTICE?
4) WHAT DO PROVIDERS CITE AS THE MOST IMPORTANT FORM FACTORS IN A MOBILE
COMPUTING DEVICE?
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Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Opinion: Why Future Windows-based Tablets Will Attract iPad Users
A recent opinion by Blake Sanders, a writer for the Broadband Expert, discusses how future Windows-based tablets will appeal to existing iPad users.
In his article, Blake makes three main points.
1) New windows-based tablets (windows 8 in particular) will put "Computing" back in to mobile computing.
*Cutting edge windows tablets will be fully functional computers
that will include processing intensive programs
2) "Versatility and Velocity"
*Windows 8 will be capable of working on desktops, laptops as well
as on a tablet.
*Windows 8 has been optimized for touchscreen devices that use
ARM based technology.
*Future windows based tablets will utilize Hyper-V and USB 3.0
*8 Second Boot-up time
3) Support
*Apple has painfully restricted third-party development.
*Microsoft will continue to offer third-party support.
Read the original posting:
http://www.windowslifestyle.com/windows-8-tablet-attract-ipad-users/
In his article, Blake makes three main points.
1) New windows-based tablets (windows 8 in particular) will put "Computing" back in to mobile computing.
*Cutting edge windows tablets will be fully functional computers
that will include processing intensive programs
2) "Versatility and Velocity"
*Windows 8 will be capable of working on desktops, laptops as well
as on a tablet.
*Windows 8 has been optimized for touchscreen devices that use
ARM based technology.
*Future windows based tablets will utilize Hyper-V and USB 3.0
*8 Second Boot-up time
3) Support
*Apple has painfully restricted third-party development.
*Microsoft will continue to offer third-party support.
Read the original posting:
http://www.windowslifestyle.com/windows-8-tablet-attract-ipad-users/
Consumers Crave Windows Tablets
This is a great article which highlights a survey which indicates that 42% of U.S. consumers want a windows-based tablet.
http://tinyurl.com/3pu2qt4
http://tinyurl.com/3pu2qt4
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
J3500 Review - A Doctor's Perpective
**J3500 - A Doctor's Point of View**
This is an older posting that I found online but it gives a great in the trenches review of the J3500 in an Healthcare environment.
http://ow.ly/6bNlY
This is an older posting that I found online but it gives a great in the trenches review of the J3500 in an Healthcare environment.
http://ow.ly/6bNlY
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Microsoft Announces Four Versions of Windows 8 for Tablets/Smartphones
Microsoft has announced its plans for releasing four different versions of Windows that are compatible with ARM processors, which are the processors in many tablets and smartphones. They have also issued a warning that these versions are only meant for the tablet platform and will not be able to support applications that were developed for previous versions of Windows.
For the whole story click here.
For the whole story click here.
Monday, May 16, 2011
New Intel Tablets could slow iPad in Corporate Market
The IDG News Service predicts that Intel's new Oak Trail Tablet dedicated processor could surpass the iPad in the enterprise market. Because they are more closely aligned to security, software and hardware needs that provide a better experience for IT environments that are standardized on Windows.
See original article:
http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9216672/New_Intel_tablets_could_slow_iPad_enterprise_appeal?taxonomyId=12&pageNumber=1
See original article:
http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9216672/New_Intel_tablets_could_slow_iPad_enterprise_appeal?taxonomyId=12&pageNumber=1
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
10 best Windows 7 tablet apps
A great article posted on techRADAR.com which lists the "10 Best Windows 7 Tablet Apps".
"and ultra-mobile touch PCs have been around for years but there's still not a lot of software that makes the most of touch.
Read more: http://tinyurl.com/3n4xbf2
"and ultra-mobile touch PCs have been around for years but there's still not a lot of software that makes the most of touch.
Read more: http://tinyurl.com/3n4xbf2
Motion CL900 - Now Available!
The all-new Motion CL900
The Tablet PC that’s Built for Business
Motion is pleased to announce that pricing for the CL900 has been released to distribution and is available only through Motion’s network of value-added resellers.
Key features of the CL900:
• The new Motion CL900 is Motion’s first ultra-light and rugged tablet PC built on Motion’s expertise in delivering enterprise-ready, durable tablet PCs for mobile users across vertical markets.
• At less than 2.1 lbs (less than 1kg), the CL900 is both lightweight and rugged.
• Powered by the latest Intel Z670 processor designed for tablet PCs, the CL900 balances performance with battery life, portability and low-cost price.
• The CL900 delivers up to 8 hours of battery life for uninterrupted productivity, and also features an industry-leading charge time ratio of 4:1 which reduces downtime.
• The CL900 was built with business users in mind, and as a result features the performance, manageability and business integration available with Windows® 7.
• At a starting price of $899 MSRP, the CL900 offers a lower-cost alternative to its performance-driven line of tablet PCs that is ideal for mobile workers that want to access information in the field, and have the ability to take advantage of ongoing connected applications.
SKU Information:
The base image on the CL900 includes:
• Windows 7 (Home Premium or Professional) – Home Premium is only available on the entry level $899 SKU and is not suitable for use by businesses with more than 5-10 employees.
• Adobe Reader
• ExoPC: A third party, touch-optimized user interface (UI) that allows users to access applications more easily using touch. The CL900 image is embedded with the ExoPC UI and comes loaded with useful applications such as Intel, Google, YouTube and even a Motion app, which takes the user directly to the Motion web site. ExoPC houses and organizes applications that users can download from the ExoPC app store. The CL900 runs ExoPC over the Windows 7 desktop, and allows the user to easily switch between ExoPC and Windows 7.
• ExTouch. A third party user interface (UI) designed for touch devices and functions as a homepage to store shortcuts to frequently used applications. The user can customize application shortcuts they want to appear in ExTouch, resize active application windows, access the front-and rear facing cameras and adjust screen brightness and speaker volume with the touch of a finger. The ExTouch toolbar also has buttons dedicated to the on-screen keyboard, task-switching, cut, copy and paste. ExTouch helps to create a better touch experience for the user.
Peripherals:
The following peripherals, warranty and services will be available on and these upgrades will significantly improve the customer experience.
• CL900 Docking Station
• Additional Digitizer Pen – please note that the pen is not standard on all configurations.
• CL900 Protective Display Film
• CL900 Accidental Damage Protection 1, 2 & 3 Year
• CL900 Display Protection 1, 2 & 3 Year
• CL900 1-Yr Warranty Extension (2-Yr Total)
• CL900 2-Yr Warranty Extension (3-Yr Total)
The following peripherals will be available over the next 60 days or so:
• Silicone Bump Case (late June)
• Portfolio Case (late July)
• Clip Carry X-Strap (Est. Early July)
• Carry Kit – strap and handle (Mid-July)
The Tablet PC that’s Built for Business
Motion is pleased to announce that pricing for the CL900 has been released to distribution and is available only through Motion’s network of value-added resellers.
Key features of the CL900:
• The new Motion CL900 is Motion’s first ultra-light and rugged tablet PC built on Motion’s expertise in delivering enterprise-ready, durable tablet PCs for mobile users across vertical markets.
• At less than 2.1 lbs (less than 1kg), the CL900 is both lightweight and rugged.
• Powered by the latest Intel Z670 processor designed for tablet PCs, the CL900 balances performance with battery life, portability and low-cost price.
• The CL900 delivers up to 8 hours of battery life for uninterrupted productivity, and also features an industry-leading charge time ratio of 4:1 which reduces downtime.
• The CL900 was built with business users in mind, and as a result features the performance, manageability and business integration available with Windows® 7.
• At a starting price of $899 MSRP, the CL900 offers a lower-cost alternative to its performance-driven line of tablet PCs that is ideal for mobile workers that want to access information in the field, and have the ability to take advantage of ongoing connected applications.
SKU Information:
The base image on the CL900 includes:
• Windows 7 (Home Premium or Professional) – Home Premium is only available on the entry level $899 SKU and is not suitable for use by businesses with more than 5-10 employees.
• Adobe Reader
• ExoPC: A third party, touch-optimized user interface (UI) that allows users to access applications more easily using touch. The CL900 image is embedded with the ExoPC UI and comes loaded with useful applications such as Intel, Google, YouTube and even a Motion app, which takes the user directly to the Motion web site. ExoPC houses and organizes applications that users can download from the ExoPC app store. The CL900 runs ExoPC over the Windows 7 desktop, and allows the user to easily switch between ExoPC and Windows 7.
• ExTouch. A third party user interface (UI) designed for touch devices and functions as a homepage to store shortcuts to frequently used applications. The user can customize application shortcuts they want to appear in ExTouch, resize active application windows, access the front-and rear facing cameras and adjust screen brightness and speaker volume with the touch of a finger. The ExTouch toolbar also has buttons dedicated to the on-screen keyboard, task-switching, cut, copy and paste. ExTouch helps to create a better touch experience for the user.
Peripherals:
The following peripherals, warranty and services will be available on and these upgrades will significantly improve the customer experience.
• CL900 Docking Station
• Additional Digitizer Pen – please note that the pen is not standard on all configurations.
• CL900 Protective Display Film
• CL900 Accidental Damage Protection 1, 2 & 3 Year
• CL900 Display Protection 1, 2 & 3 Year
• CL900 1-Yr Warranty Extension (2-Yr Total)
• CL900 2-Yr Warranty Extension (3-Yr Total)
The following peripherals will be available over the next 60 days or so:
• Silicone Bump Case (late June)
• Portfolio Case (late July)
• Clip Carry X-Strap (Est. Early July)
• Carry Kit – strap and handle (Mid-July)
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Motion's Highlights their "Point of Service" Strategy
Mike Stinson, Motion's VP of Marketing offers the following report that highlights their "point of service" strategy:
http://tinyurl.com/44ekunr
http://tinyurl.com/44ekunr
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Windows 8: User account roaming settings over Windows Live Cloud revealed
Following the release of the leaked pre-release copies of Windows 8 currently in development and supposedlly due in Q1 2012, a major feature that has been revealed -- User Account Roaming Options . The settings seem to allow users to synchronize Microsoft's Windows Live Cloud network when Windows Live accounts are linked to a Windows 8 account. This is huge for the tablet community because it shows how much Microsoft has embraced its portable applications for users who need to be on the go, yet be able to quickly and eaisly access information as if they were at their desk.
http://tinyurl.com/3ljvbvm
These roaming options will allow the user to manage the following:
■Desktop Wallpaper
■Aero Glass Color
■Ease of access control panel
■Magnifier
■On screen keyboard
■Narrator
■Speech recognition settings
■Lanuage profile
■Text prediction preferences
■IME dictionary
■Application settings and search history
■Windows Taskbar settings
■Windows Explorer settings
■Windows Search settings
■Windows Mouse settings
■Wireless network profiles
■Saved website credentials
http://tinyurl.com/3ljvbvm
These roaming options will allow the user to manage the following:
■Desktop Wallpaper
■Aero Glass Color
■Ease of access control panel
■Magnifier
■On screen keyboard
■Narrator
■Speech recognition settings
■Lanuage profile
■Text prediction preferences
■IME dictionary
■Application settings and search history
■Windows Taskbar settings
■Windows Explorer settings
■Windows Search settings
■Windows Mouse settings
■Wireless network profiles
■Saved website credentials
Leaked Build of Windows 8 Hints to Microsoft's Push to Embrace Tablets
A leaked copy of Microsoft's Windows 8, supposedly due to be released in Q1 of 2012, has some features which hints to Microsoft embracing the viable option of Tablet PC's in the market place.
The website WinRumors after having evaluated the videos of the pre-release that have been floating around the Internet says that this appears to demonstrate their new touch-based interface.
http://tinyurl.com/3pq46bv
The website WinRumors after having evaluated the videos of the pre-release that have been floating around the Internet says that this appears to demonstrate their new touch-based interface.
http://tinyurl.com/3pq46bv
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Tablet PCs Gain Momentum Among SMBs, Enabling Cloud Solutions
Recent studies by the analyst firm AMI Partners indicate that "SMBs who have embraced mobility generated 40% higher revenue growth over the last 12 months compared to those who did not. As the mobile workforce trend continues, mobile devices, including tablet PCs, will play an integral part in supporting these employees."
They also report that "that firms with tablets use SaaS applications 20% more compared to those without. As a content consumption device the use of productivity suites and document collaboration tools is especially high in tablet firms. Hosted document collaboration usage amongst tablet users is more than double that of non-tablet SMBs, while hosted productivity suite use is nearly 50% higher."
Visit http://tinyurl.com/3c7h4eh
for the original article.
They also report that "that firms with tablets use SaaS applications 20% more compared to those without. As a content consumption device the use of productivity suites and document collaboration tools is especially high in tablet firms. Hosted document collaboration usage amongst tablet users is more than double that of non-tablet SMBs, while hosted productivity suite use is nearly 50% higher."
Visit http://tinyurl.com/3c7h4eh
for the original article.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
New Case Study - Real life deployment of F5v's
http://tinyurl.com/3bk2hlx
SpawGlass Implements Tablet PCs to Drive BIM-enabled Construction
Motion F5v Tablet PCs Save Time, Improve Efficiency and Streamline Project Site Management
AUSTIN, Texas – April 21, 2011 – Motion Computing®, a leading global provider of tablet PCs and supporting mobility solutions, today announced that Texas-based commercial contractor SpawGlass has implemented Motion® F5v Tablet PCs as part of its enterprise-wide building information modeling (BIM) adoption strategy. With the F5v Tablet PCs in place, SpawGlass is saving time, improving efficiency and streamlining project site management, all while providing the project owners with a portable asset management solution.
Tweet this: SpawGlass selects @MotionComputing #tabletpcs for #BIM #construction #mobilecomputing @UTAustin http://bit.ly/i5SaXR
The F5v is a durable tablet PC that combines robust performance with integrated features to deliver the ideal solution for field workers who compute and enter data while standing or walking. Mobile professionals across construction, field sales and service and government are using the F5v because it provides the durability and functionality of a rugged PC without the extra weight and price associated with traditional, fully rugged devices.
One of the first SpawGlass clients to benefit from the F5v and BIM connection will be the owners of the multi-million dollar, two-phase Student Activity Center/Liberal Arts Building, currently under construction at the University of Texas (UT) campus in Austin, Texas.
“Our goal is to create a tight connection between design intent and field activities, and then provide the owners with the same level of coordination and visibility throughout the lifecycle of a structure,” said Chris Tisdel, BIM technologist at SpawGlass.
Using the F5v, all relevant information used to design, construct and coordinate the UT construction process is readily accessible to any of the project team members throughout construction. SpawGlass uses the mobile computing solution to support Primavera P6 project management software, Navisworks Simulate design, simulation and project review software and Carlson Survey surveying software with a robotic total station solution.
The F5v, running the Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management scheduling program, allows surveyors to easily share the project schedule with field personnel in real time as well as input schedule updates, all while in the field. Additionally, the Navisworks Simulate software allows the project team to identify problems in the field before they become a cost impact. With the survey software loaded on the F5v, SpawGlass is able to select control points directly from the CAD drawings or 3D model while in the field, and manipulate, layer and overlay drawings on the fly.
To prepare the model for use by the owner, SpawGlass BIM experts will tag building components with a barcode number within the model. Each barcode will include all requested information including commissioning data, installation data, maintenance schedule, startup procedures and more. When construction is complete, SpawGlass will download the model and database to the F5v for use in commissioning and handover to the owner.
“BIM data has the potential to provide far-reaching benefits to our customers,” said Tisdel. “The ability to hand the owner the F5v with all the commissioning data and the model that directly connects to their server system is a very powerful and critical step forward for the future of our industry.”
“Tablet PCs provide a powerful, yet flexible connection between the office and the field, enhancing communication and driving collaboration between previously disparate project teams,” said Mike Stinson, vice president of marketing, Motion Computing. “SpawGlass is a perfect example of a company proactively integrating software technologies with mobility solutions to create efficiencies, streamline procedures and transform the entire construction, commissioning and handover processes.”
SpawGlass Implements Tablet PCs to Drive BIM-enabled Construction
Motion F5v Tablet PCs Save Time, Improve Efficiency and Streamline Project Site Management
AUSTIN, Texas – April 21, 2011 – Motion Computing®, a leading global provider of tablet PCs and supporting mobility solutions, today announced that Texas-based commercial contractor SpawGlass has implemented Motion® F5v Tablet PCs as part of its enterprise-wide building information modeling (BIM) adoption strategy. With the F5v Tablet PCs in place, SpawGlass is saving time, improving efficiency and streamlining project site management, all while providing the project owners with a portable asset management solution.
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The F5v is a durable tablet PC that combines robust performance with integrated features to deliver the ideal solution for field workers who compute and enter data while standing or walking. Mobile professionals across construction, field sales and service and government are using the F5v because it provides the durability and functionality of a rugged PC without the extra weight and price associated with traditional, fully rugged devices.
One of the first SpawGlass clients to benefit from the F5v and BIM connection will be the owners of the multi-million dollar, two-phase Student Activity Center/Liberal Arts Building, currently under construction at the University of Texas (UT) campus in Austin, Texas.
“Our goal is to create a tight connection between design intent and field activities, and then provide the owners with the same level of coordination and visibility throughout the lifecycle of a structure,” said Chris Tisdel, BIM technologist at SpawGlass.
Using the F5v, all relevant information used to design, construct and coordinate the UT construction process is readily accessible to any of the project team members throughout construction. SpawGlass uses the mobile computing solution to support Primavera P6 project management software, Navisworks Simulate design, simulation and project review software and Carlson Survey surveying software with a robotic total station solution.
The F5v, running the Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management scheduling program, allows surveyors to easily share the project schedule with field personnel in real time as well as input schedule updates, all while in the field. Additionally, the Navisworks Simulate software allows the project team to identify problems in the field before they become a cost impact. With the survey software loaded on the F5v, SpawGlass is able to select control points directly from the CAD drawings or 3D model while in the field, and manipulate, layer and overlay drawings on the fly.
To prepare the model for use by the owner, SpawGlass BIM experts will tag building components with a barcode number within the model. Each barcode will include all requested information including commissioning data, installation data, maintenance schedule, startup procedures and more. When construction is complete, SpawGlass will download the model and database to the F5v for use in commissioning and handover to the owner.
“BIM data has the potential to provide far-reaching benefits to our customers,” said Tisdel. “The ability to hand the owner the F5v with all the commissioning data and the model that directly connects to their server system is a very powerful and critical step forward for the future of our industry.”
“Tablet PCs provide a powerful, yet flexible connection between the office and the field, enhancing communication and driving collaboration between previously disparate project teams,” said Mike Stinson, vice president of marketing, Motion Computing. “SpawGlass is a perfect example of a company proactively integrating software technologies with mobility solutions to create efficiencies, streamline procedures and transform the entire construction, commissioning and handover processes.”
Motion CL900 CES Interview
Here is an interview of Motion at the CES conference regarding the CL900.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
HD Video of the CL900
Here is a new video from CES that highlights the CL900...this one is in HD
http://tinyurl.com/3vlsmqf
http://tinyurl.com/3vlsmqf
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Tablet market seen surging to $49 billion by 2015
A new news item by Reuters announced today that according to a Gartner Report, the tablet global market will become the third largest consumer electronics vertical which will grow to $49 Billion (Insert Dr. Evil manianical laugh here) by 2015. This growth can be attributed to Apple's success with the iPad. This success clearly legitimizes what Motion has been championing for years. iPad's have certainly cornered the consumer market and business are are starting to look more and more into adopting the concept into their business model and transitioning to truly mobile their workforce. As tablets become more widely accepted, these corporate customers are seeing the value of a ruggedized to protect against the punishment that the tablets would experience in the field.
http://tinyurl.com/4xz3bb3
http://tinyurl.com/4xz3bb3
Friday, April 15, 2011
Motion Computing's Official Response to Supply Concerns from the Earthquake in Japan
March 28, 2011
Dear Valued Customer:
The unimaginable destruction caused by the earthquake and Tsunami that occurred March 11th in Japan has had devastating consequences for the nation and its people. Our thoughts are with them and our many friends in Japan who have been impacted by these recent events.
In response to recent customer and partner inquiries, we feel it is necessary to inform you that at this time neither Motion, our major manufacturing partners, or their people located in China and Taiwan have been directly affected. As such, we have confirmed that components, materials and manufacturing capacity are available to meet our forecasted
needs in the near-term. In order to help prepare to meet future needs, we are now in the process of identifying any potential medium-term or long-term impacts.
Specific risk mitigation actions are underway, which include but are not limited to bothsecuring components and commodities, and well as qualifying additional components sources to augment our current approved vendor list. Our component suppliers located in Japan are in the process of doing the same for the items they supply to Motion or our manufacturing partners.
We look forward to your continued business and understanding as we work through the details of this complex situation. As we move forward through the next few weeks and months, we will provide updates in the event there are any changes that will impact our ability to ship to current stated lead-times.
If you have further questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to email myself at jamundson@motioncomputing.com or Mike Stinson, Motion VP of Marketing, atmstinson@motioncomputing.com.
Dear Valued Customer:
The unimaginable destruction caused by the earthquake and Tsunami that occurred March 11th in Japan has had devastating consequences for the nation and its people. Our thoughts are with them and our many friends in Japan who have been impacted by these recent events.
In response to recent customer and partner inquiries, we feel it is necessary to inform you that at this time neither Motion, our major manufacturing partners, or their people located in China and Taiwan have been directly affected. As such, we have confirmed that components, materials and manufacturing capacity are available to meet our forecasted
needs in the near-term. In order to help prepare to meet future needs, we are now in the process of identifying any potential medium-term or long-term impacts.
Specific risk mitigation actions are underway, which include but are not limited to bothsecuring components and commodities, and well as qualifying additional components sources to augment our current approved vendor list. Our component suppliers located in Japan are in the process of doing the same for the items they supply to Motion or our manufacturing partners.
We look forward to your continued business and understanding as we work through the details of this complex situation. As we move forward through the next few weeks and months, we will provide updates in the event there are any changes that will impact our ability to ship to current stated lead-times.
If you have further questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to email myself at jamundson@motioncomputing.com or Mike Stinson, Motion VP of Marketing, atmstinson@motioncomputing.com.
Motion Alliance Partner Healthcare Industry’s Only Chemical-free Disinfection Process for Tablet PCs
ReadyDock:UV is the worlds first product to offer chemical-free general purpose disinfection for Tablet Computers. In a medical setting, Tablets are roaming high-touch surfaces which require frequent disinfection.
Chemical disinfection of a Tablet can take up to 15 minutes following a typical Hospital Disinfection SOP.
ReadyDock:UV applies germicidal light consistently to 99% of the surface area of the Motion C5 Mobile Clinical Assistant. General purpose disinfection in just 105 seconds...without chemicals.
Click here for info: http://tinyurl.com/3ha3egj
Chemical disinfection of a Tablet can take up to 15 minutes following a typical Hospital Disinfection SOP.
ReadyDock:UV applies germicidal light consistently to 99% of the surface area of the Motion C5 Mobile Clinical Assistant. General purpose disinfection in just 105 seconds...without chemicals.
Click here for info: http://tinyurl.com/3ha3egj
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Motion Computing Expands Sprint Mobile Broadband Availability to Complete Line of Tablet PCs
announced today that the C5v, F5v and J3500 Tablet PCs are available for use on the Sprint (NYSE: S) 3G Mobile Broadband network. With embedded mobile broadband technology, productivity is never limited to a wireless hot spot, and high speed data connectivity is available virtually anywhere. Mobile workers can download complex files, send and receive email with large attachments and stay connected to business-critical applications regardless of location.
http://tinyurl.com/67vzrpw
http://tinyurl.com/67vzrpw
Monday, April 11, 2011
Motion CL900 - Video Demo
Here is a video highlighting Motion's new CL900 Tablet. This one was reported by the LA Times at CES in Las Vegas.
Survey: Tablets start to give PCs, TVs a headache
Among the survey's results, 77 percent of respondents said their PC use dropped after they got a tablet, and 43 percent said they spend more time with their slates than with desktops or laptops. As for television, one in three of those who replied said they lock eyes with their tablets more than with their TVs.
Read more: http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-20052474-94.html#ixzz1JEAnBq6e
Read more: http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-20052474-94.html#ixzz1JEAnBq6e
Demonstation Windows 7 on Motion Computing F5 Tablet PC
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