Panasonic announced the upgrades to its ToughBook 19 rugged convertible tablet PC and the Toughbook 30 clamshell rugged laptop. Both devices are now based on Intel’s Centrino 2 with vPro technology and offers a “concealed mode” which allows users to easily turn all device lights off – screen and LEDs – using a function (Fn) key.

The Panasonic Toughbook 19 Convertible Tablet PC is powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 1.2GHz processor, up to 4GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive. It has a 10.4-inch LED backlit display with Circular polarization and 4 to 1000 nit LCD brightness.

Other than the F8 and the W8, Panasonic offers also the Toughbook T8 business rugged laptop that comes with a 12.1-inch touchscreen display. Like the other two new models, the Toughbook …

Panasonic introduces its new ToughBook W8, a ‘business-rugged’ laptop that has a durable magnesium alloy case and is Drop- and Spill-resistant. The ultra portableToughbook W8 packs a Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 1.2GHz processor, 1GB of memory, Intel GMA 4500MHD integrated …

Panasonic presents the new Toughbook F8 rugged business laptop, replacing the Toughbook F7. Panasonic Toughbook F8 comes with a Magnesium Alloy Case with Handle and is Drop- and Spill-resistant.

ToughBook F8 is powered by an Intel Core …

Panasonic announced upgrades to its Toughbook CF-74. Panasonic’s Toughbook CF-74 will get the latest Intel Centrino 2 technology offering 160GB storage capacity and WiFi 802.11 Draft-N connectivity.

The mobile workhorse Toughbook CF-74 features a 13.3-inch LCD display, optical drive, SD card slot, …

Panasonic announced its new ToughBook CF-52 rugged notebooks that are based on Intel’s Centrino 2 technology. Two models are available, CF-52EW1AJS and CF-52EW1AAS. Both of them are water-resistant and passed 76cm drop-down test.

The new ToughBook CF-52 is powered by an Intel Core …

TrustedReviews has reviewed Panasonic’s ToughBook CF-U1, a rugged UMPC powered by Atom. The U1 is a fully rugged device like the ToughBook CF-19.

Powered by an Intel Atom Z520 1.33GHz processor, the ToughBook CF-U1 has 1GB of memory, and 16GB or 32GB SSD drive. You can also expect a 5.6-inch touchscreen display, WiFi 802.11a/g/n, Bluetooth, built-in 3G connectivity, GPS, and a 2 Megapixel webcam.

TrustedReviews‘ comments:
If you’re a field worker that needs a fully rugged machine, but doesn’t need a fully featured notebook, the CF-U1 will make a perfect companion. The Atom platform gives this device a decent amount of grunt, while the dual battery setup makes for impressive operation times. The hot swap battery is the icing on the cake, meaning that you won’t have to shut down in the middle of something important when you run out of juice.

The fully configurable nature also means that you can spec the CF-U1 with exactly what you need to get the job done. Ultimately, if you’ve been put off rolling out fully rugged ToughBooks to your team because of the high cost and heavy, bulky form factor, the CF-U1 is what you’ve been waiting for.

Panasonic is going to launch its Toughbook CF-U1 Atom-based rugged UMPC in August. The Toughbook CF-U1 is powered by an Intel Atom Z520 1.33GHz processor, 1GB of memory, 16GB or 32GB SSD drive.

It features a 5.6-inch 1024×600 LCD touchscreen …

Panasonic announced its new Toughbook CF-U1, a rugged UMPC based on Intel’s new Atom platform (previously known as Centrino 2). The new UMPC will be powered by Atom processor, and has a 5.6-inch LCD touchscreen. It will run Windows Vista. You can …

TrustedReviws has reviewed the semi-rugged Panasonic ToughBook CF-74 notebook PC. Panasonic ToughBook CF-74 is powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz processor, 1GB of RAM (max 4GB), 80GB hard drive.

Other features include a Combo drive, WiFi 802.11a/b/g, a 13.3-inch LCD display, integrated EV-DO and HSDPA supports, fingerprint sensor and Bluetooth.

Verdict from Trusted Reivews:
Panasonic may describe the CF-74 as a semi-rugged notebook, but it’s far more robust than any other semi-rugged unit I’ve come across. The solid construction, carrying handle and great battery life make it a very attractive proposition for any company that regularly sends staff out into the field. Yes, it’s expensive, but as always with a ToughBook, you either need what it has to offer, or you don’t.