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by Rico Mossesgeld on September 2, 2006

Tripod Data Systems seems to do a great job of creating PDAs that can take a beating. I'm sure John Rambo will find them useful. Plus, the models aren't all about durability; their features are on par with today's latest gadgets.
Both the Ranger and Recon model lines are powered by Windows Mobile 5.0, boast built-in Bluetooth and 802.11g Wi-Fi, have QVGA displays (320x240 for the former, 240x320 for the latter), can survive 4-foot drops onto concrete, and will work underwater for 30 minutes. The Ranger seems to be the higher-end line, as they can carry as much internal memory as 512MB and feature a 53-button keyboard, while the Recon maxes out at only 128MB and relies on the touch-screen for data input.
But Wait! Of course, such toughness literally comes at a price. The Recon 400 (pictured above) is available from MobilePlanet at $1600, while a fully-loaded Ranger will make you faint at $3000. I guess Rambo will need military funding if he plans to use them.
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Response from:
Reden
(09/06/06 7:46am)
Now this is a product I can use! But wait, is that really how much it will cost? Can you please tell me when they become cheaper cause I bet at those prices, Rambo will start shooting people.
Response from:
Rico
(09/06/06 8:56am)
Apparently, those are the prices. I think TDS was hoping to score a government contract or something. meh. Although I think for your purposes, a good tough case can do.
This reminds me of a line in First Blood... Rambo: "In Vietnam, I was the master of million dollar equipment, back here, I can't even earn the minimum wage!"
Something like that. :)
This reminds me of a line in First Blood... Rambo: "In Vietnam, I was the master of million dollar equipment, back here, I can't even earn the minimum wage!"
Something like that. :)
Response from:
Tahir
(09/18/07 3:19am)
man these PDA's are soo cool...cant wait for these to arrive here in Qatar..i will buy both of them for sure..Tahir
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