Motorola Solutions Introduces Its First Tablet Computer For Enterprise Users

Motorola Solutions unveiled the ET1 tablet, the first of its emerging category of enterprise-class tablet computers designed for a variety of vertical markets. The ET1 brings the familiarity and popularity of a consumer-class user experience to a true enterprise-class device that includes enhanced durability, an optional barcode scanner and magnetic stripe reader, hot-swappable battery packs, and secure system software. Key industrial-strength accessories such as secure multi-slot recharging stations are also available.

Intended for demanding day-long use, the Wi-Fi-enabled ET1 is password-protected so it can be easily shared and instantly provisioned for each employee according to his or her level of responsibility and access rights. Based on log-in information, managers can automatically control and monitor use of approved applications to help ensure on-the-job productivity is not compromised.

Running an enterprise-ready hardened version of the Android operating system, the ET1 tablet is designed to be used 24 x 7 by multiple staff members. Supported by Motorola’s portfolio of enterprise-grade software modules including RhoElements, a new HTML5 application enablement framework, businesses can now quickly and cost-effectively develop enterprise applications once and deploy them on both traditional Windows Embedded Handheld and Android-based Motorola devices, allowing for consistent user experiences.

The ET1 incorporates a durable Gorilla Glass 7-inch color display, designed for customer-facing applications containing video and images. In addition, the screen bezel can be customized to match the retailer’s brand.

Motorola’s ET1 tablet offers a comprehensive suite of enterprise-class features and accessories including:

o Durable design to withstand multiple bumps and drops during a workday

o Optional integrated bar code scanner and magnetic stripe reader

o Hot-swappable rechargeable battery pack, with memory back-up battery to retain RAM data for up to 15 minutes when the main battery is removed

o Single- and multi-slot tablet and battery chargers

o Front- and rear-facing cameras

o Availability of Bluetooth-connected handheld bar-code scanners, mobile-payment readers and mobile printers

o Optional hand strap for comfortable full-shift handling

The ET1 tablet is available with Motorola’s Service from the Start with Comprehensive Coverage program, providing coverage for normal wear and tear as well as accidental damage to internal and external components, significantly reducing unforeseen repair expenses.

Phey Teck Moh, corporate vice president, Motorola Solutions Asia Pacific, said: “As a mobile computing leader, we serve many enterprise customers across many industry verticals and work closely with IT managers to address their concerns. We see the rise of the mobile worker as one key emerging trend businesses need to prepare for. Industry forecast is that some 36 percent of workers will become mobile by 2013 around the world. This makes managing total cost of ownership and lifecycle support key concerns in business buying decisions when considering next generation mobile solutions.

The ET1 will give enterprise users the familiar experience of a consumer tablet in a sleek package, with all the enterprise must-haves such as applications, durability, security, device management whether they are from retail, logistics, supply-chain, healthcare or other industry segments.”