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ThingMagic’s Nano Low Cost, Small Form Factor UHF RFID Module
ThingMagic has introduced the latest embedded UHF RFID module in its ThingMagic Mercury6e series—the ThingMagic Nano. The new module joins the M6e, Micro and Micro-LTE in offering customers the widest range of options for adding UHF RFID into a product or solution. The Mercury6e series now offers reader modules in several configurations, allowing customers to develop a variety of applications ranging from high performance to small form factor, depending on their specific needs. In addition, customers who have already developed a solution using a module in the M6e series can take advantage of ThingMagic’s universal API when developing a new reader with the ThingMagic Nano.
How Mobility and Connectivity Bring Value to Financial Services
When it comes to maintaining secure financial operations and providing top-notch customer service, success hinges on an organization’s ability to transform information into insight. Additionally, with fraud and theft on the rise, it’s critical that financial institutions constantly improve protection plans. And since no two financial organizations are alike, a variety of multi-level security options is needed. From print-on-demand (POD) technologies that enable “intelligent†access cards and radio frequency identification (RFID) to desktop printers and document and record tracking applications, organizations are capable of securing people, products and property across their operations—while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Financial information, assets and communications are mission critical. It’s vital that solutions and devices enable officials to locate, track and manage personnel, confidential materials and high-value assets in real time—after all, the best security is proactive, not reactive. Furthermore, it’s crucial that only authorized individuals have access to secure locations. In addition to leveraging the value of mobile devices and printers, organizations can take advantage of opportunities afforded by the Internet of Things (IoT) by utilizing a set of enabling technologies to connect, capture and then analyze the data to make more informed decisions. Connecting devices to one cloud platform will enable them to gain actionable insight into their operations and processes—providing the asset intelligence they need to stay competitive.
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Panasonic’s Toughpad FZ-B2: Affordable Professional-grade Performance for the Field
Panasonic has announced the launch of the Toughpad FZ-B2, a rugged 7-inch tablet powered by Android for field-based workforces. With durability, power and a range of configurability options— at a price within reach of any business — the Toughpad FZ-B2 is an ideal tool for field service, inspections, reporting, or as an upgrade from clipboards and pen-and-paper processes.
Running the Android 4.4 operating system and powered by a Quad-core Intel Celeron Processor, the Toughpad FZ-B2 offers exclusive features not available on any consumer-grade tablet. These include enhanced enterprise features; a quick-charging, user-replaceable full-shift battery with optional bridge battery and high-capacity battery; a 5-point capacitive multi-touch screen that works even when the user is wearing gloves, as well as with a fine tip stylus pen; and a wide range of configuration options to allow organizations to customize the ideal tool for their workforces.
Datalogic Raises the Bar in Bar Code Scanning with 2K Series
Datalogic has announced the release of the New 2K Series, which encompasses the DS2100N and DS2400N barcode scanners. These short range laser solutions deliver multiple onboard connectivity options and compact dimensions for unmatched power, flexibility and cost-effectiveness.
The 2K Series offers onboard PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and Ethernet TCP/IP communications. The PROFINET model features an embedded switch combined with two rotating connector blocks for the most cost effective solution in the market. The DS2100N and DS2400N are purpose built for applications in the automatic warehousing and manufacturing applications such as automated storage and retrieval systems, shop floors, pick modules and facilities requiring multiple scanning devices.
Rugged Tablet Selection Made Easy
Finding a rugged tablet that best fits your application and environmental needs is key to ensuring you get the best performance and long term value from your investment.  Given the wide range of features and options available for each model, getting a clear overview of what each tablet can do is challenging when looking at individual specification sheets.
This convenient chart breaks down the main features of some of the most common rugged tablets. No matter the environment or harsh conditions you need to handle, there’s a tablet to meet whatever your requirements are. For additional assistance finding the right tablet, contact one of our mobility specialists at Barcodes Inc.
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Sato’s Label Gallery to NiceLabel Transition
The availability of Label Gallery software has been discontinued through SATO. As a benefit to their customers SATO will offer special upgrade options for those who purchased Label Gallery through SATO America or any of its reseller partner community.
Special Upgrade Offer for Existing Label Gallery Customers
All users who bought a Label Gallery license through SATO America or a SATO America Reseller Partner after July 1, 2014 and before February 2, 2015 are entitled to free NiceLabel upgrade that’s equivalent of the SATO Label Gallery edition. This offer is valid until September 1, 2015.
The New Symbol DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner
Easy to deploy high-performance on-counter scanning
When it comes to presentation scanning, the DS7708 offers a set of features the put it in a class of its one for performance, ease of deployment, and total cost of ownership. regardless of the barcodes your encounter at your point-of-sale, the DS7708’s area imager can read them all as fast as you can present them. Either printed or on a mobile device screen, the DS7708 can capture any 1D, 2D, or stacked barcode.
With its compact design, the DS7708 is ready to be installed in the most space constrained checkout lanes with ease. Its impressive durability minimizes costs and protects uptime, maximizing the overall device lifecycle and your return on investment.
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Elo Simplifies Point-of-Sale with the PayPoint All-in-One System
With the introduction of tablets there has been a very common trend to utilize them for Point-of-Sale systems. Compared to the traditional PC based systems, a tablet centered system did help bring down costs while saving counter space. For many small and new businesses this trend was the ideal solution.
Tablets and subscription based POS software helped keep costs down but the new challenge that had to be faced was integrating additional hardware like receipt printers, credit card readers, and cash drawers. Depending on what tablet and software you are using the options for  supported additional hardware is quite limited. This is where  the new Elo PayPoint system provides the same feel, functionality, and cost of a tablet based system with complete hardware integration.
Point of Sale Tablet Comparison Made Easy
Finding the right tablet for your point of sale application is key to ensuring you get the best performance and value from your investment.  With a host of options available for each model, getting a clear overview of what each tablet can do is challenging when looking at individual specification sheets.
This convenient chart breaks down the main features of some of the most common POS tablets. From point of sale transactions to on-site applications there’s a tablet to meet whatever your requirements are. For additional assistance finding the right tablet, contact one of our mobility specialists at Barcodes Inc.
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| Manufacturer | ELO | Panasonic | Panasonic | Pioneer | Pioneer |
| Model | ETT10 | Tough Pad FZ-G1 | Tough Pad FZ-A1 | Dash | Dash 7 |
| WLAN Radio | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n |
| WWAN Radio | None | Optional 4G LTE | Optional 4G LTE | Sold Separately | Optional 4G LTE |
| GPS | None | Optional | Optional | Sold Separately | Optional |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Operating System | Win 7e or No O/S | Win 8 Pro 64-bit | Android 4.0 ICS | Win 7e | Win 8.1 |
| Scanner | 2D Imager | None | None | 2D Imager Option | 2D Imager Option |
| Camera | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional (factory add |
| Number of Keys | None | 7 Keys | 5 Keys | 5 Keys | None |
| Display Type | 10.1″ Color/Touch | 10.1″ Color/Touch | 10.1″ Color/Touch | 10.1″ Color/Touch | 7″ Color/Touch |
| RAM/Flash Memory | 2GB/32GB SSD | 4 or 8GB/128 or 256GB SSD | 1GB/16GB | 2GB/32GB SSD | 2GB/64GB |
| Accessible Micro SD | None | microSD | microSD | None | microSD |
| MSR | Yes | None | None | Yes | Yes (field add-on) |
| IP Rating | IP54 | IP65 | IP65 | IP54 | IP54 |
| Drop Spec | 3′ drop to concrete | 4′ drop to concrete | 4′ drop to concrete | 4′ drop to concrete | 4′ drop to concrete |
| Processor | Intel Atom N2600 1.6GHz | Intel i5-3437U vPro | PXA2128 1.2GHz | Intel OakTrail Atom 1.5GHz | Intel Z2760 1.8GHz |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 | 1 x MicroUSB | 2 | 2 (plus 1 Serial) |
| Audio Ports | 1 x 3.5mm | 1 x 3.5mm | 1 x 3.5mm | 1 x 3.5mm | 1 x 3.5mm |
| MSRP | $1,525/$1,640 | $2,599/$3,719 | $1,379/$1,929 | $2462 | $1899 |
TSC Introduces New TTP-2410MT/TTP-2410MU Industrial Label Printers
TSC has introduced two upgraded versions of its popular TTP-2410M Pro printer, TTP-2410MT and TTP-2410MU,  that significantly boosts print quality, is faster than its predecessor, and is loaded with enough surplus memory to mass produce even the highest-resolution labels.
Enhanced print quality
One of the major upgrades is a new printhead technology, called “Thermal Smart Control” which along with faster processors and upgraded firmware, deliver a level of print quality that is superior to anything previously offered by a TSC midrange printer. Thermal Smart Control tracks and precisely calculates the duration that each pixel needs to be heated to produce consistently clear high-quality labels – one at a time or in batches of thousands.
