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The FZ-G1 rugged tablet from Panasonic is one of the best rugged tablets available. It is highly durable and has plenty of processing power to complete tough jobs. Additionally, many added features can make the FZ-G1 essential for any daily task.
Durability
Durability is one of, if not the most crucial factor to consider when choosing a rugged laptop. A tablet that can survive in nearly any environment can make a massive difference in the long run.The Toughpad FZ-G1 is one of the best choices for ruggedized tablets. Its lightweight and durable frame is capable of working outdoors, in the rain, and even with gloves equipped. Very few tablets come close to having the same survivability the FZ-G1 provides.
Fully Rugged
This Toughpad is fully rugged, mainly thanks to its magnesium alloy casing and rubber protective corner bumpers. The FZ-G1 has an Ingress Protection (IP) of IP65 and meets the requirements to earn the MIL-STD-810G certification. You could drop it off a desk or while you're walking, and it will still be able to function. At a minimum, the tablet can handle a 4-foot drop relatively easily.
Even though these are military-grade tablets, they are not indestructible. These tablets have a breaking point, but they can take a lot of punishment before they get there. One example that we have on our YouTube Channel is when we threw it down the office stairs. Click here to see how it turned out!
Another revolutionary feature of the FZ-G1 is the dust and debris-protecting covers in front of each of the ports on the tablet. These port covers aid in keeping the openings of the FZ-G1 safe from foreign objects that may obstruct its operation.
Weight
Even though it’s fully rugged, the Panasonic FZ-G1 is still lightweight and portable. It only weighs about two and a half pounds, making it perfect for any mobile work. Being able to work while moving around is a breeze to Panasonic’s flagship rugged tablet. The hand strap attached to the back of the tablet allows you to secure the tablet with one hand while operating it with the other.
Screen
The 10.1-inch daylight-readable display is another one of the truly remarkable features of the FZ-G1 Toughpad. It comes with a 1920 by 1200 screen resolution. The touchscreen works with a stylus, finger, and while wearing a glove. Not only that, but you can even use the touchscreen in the rain because it’s highly water-resistant.
Certified For Use In Hazardous Locations
In a setting with many hazards such as paint fumes, sawdust, or other combustibles, an FZ-G1 tested for Class 1 Division 2 hazardous locations could be the difference between life and death. Not all FZ-G1’s come with this guarantee, but if you see an ANSI sticker on your tablet, you know you’re safe from sporadically igniting or exploding.
Processing
These tablets' Intel Core i5 processor has enough processing power to help you complete all your tasks. The later the generation of Toughpad G1 you get, the newer the processor will be. Earlier generations of the tablet can run Windows 10 effectively. However later versions of the tablet even meet the requirements to run Windows 11!
On top of that, most FZ-G1 tablets come standard with 8GB of RAM. Note that you cannot upgrade the RAM since it is soldered on the system board. So, to get one with more memory, you need to find one that came with it from the factory.
Features and Upgrades
Ports
The Panasonic FZ-G1 has a USB 3.0, HDMI port, and a headphone jack. There’s an upgradeable slot for a barcode reader, GPS, serial port, Ethernet port, mini SD card reader, or even a secondary USB port.
<h4\>User Replaceable Battery
Another useful addition to the FZ-G1 is its user-replaceable battery. With the battery easily replaceable, it allows you to quickly swap in-and-out with hardly any downtime. The standard battery is flush with the tablet housing; however Panasonic produced an extended battery that’s double the size of the standard and offers additional battery life. To reduce downtime further, the FZ-G1 has a hot swappable battery option for those who can’t afford to be down without their tablet.
Cameras
This Panasonic fully rugged tablet comes with a front and rear camera, allowing you to take pictures of what you’re working on or participate in video conferences. The front camera is 720p, while the rear camera has a crisp 8MP camera.
Get an FZ-G1 today!
While it's always good to do research on all the available rugged tablets on the market to figure out what best suits your needs, the FZ-G1 paved the way for rugged tablets today. It's safe to say it got it right on the first try. If you are interested in looking at the FZ-G1s we have in stock, click here!