Two PDAs Rambo Can be Proud Of
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 (320×240 for the former, 240×320 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.
Reden
September 6th, 2006 at 5:46 am #
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.
Rico
September 6th, 2006 at 6:56 am #
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.
Tahir
September 18th, 2007 at 1:19 am #
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