During an official presentation in Japan, Panasonic announced it will upgrade its existing lines of laptops "armored" Toughbook F8 , R8, T8 and W8 in Windows 7 (32bit), providing for certain configurations can downgrade to XP. But the real novelty is the introduction of two new series with novel features. The new Toughbook S8 and N8, these are the initials of the new models are proposed as solutions in fact rugged ultraportable performance and unprecedented autonomy.

The middle ground between the standard F8 and R8, S8 and N8 Toughbooks are equipped with 12.1-inch WXGA display with LED backlight, processor Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 (from 2.53GHz), 2GB of RAM (maximum 4GB installed base of ), 250GB hard drive and a standard battery with a declared range of less than 16 hours. The substantial difference in terms of hardware, including the two new lines is that the S8 will be an internal DVD burner, while the N8 not. This difference justifies the change in weight between the two models, which still stands at values very contained: 1.320 kg to 1.265 kg for S8 and N8. Who does not need incredible battery life standards will opt for an optional battery with less capacity, which reduces the overall weight of 160g.

Panasonic Toughbook CF-F8, which found a review at this address , has an attractive design, black and silver, has a practical integrated handle that provides maximum comfort and makes it easy to transport on the beach. Thanks to the special case of magnesium alloy and titanium and protection systems of the display and keyboard from external components, the CF-F8 can be used safely while you are sunbathing to lie on the couch and not worry about the entry of sand.

Neither sand nor the spray of salt water, then, are a special problem because the drainage system protects the keyboard, touchpad and other sensitive components inside the device. Panasonic Toughbook CF-F8 is the best solution for those who can not give up even when the PC goes on vacation and want to always be connected wherever you are. Thanks to the innovative Intel WiFi Link 5100 that supports the current WLAN standards (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) CF-F8 achieves a data transfer capability up to 300 megabits per second.

In testing the Toughbook CF-F8, model 14-inch range of Panasonic Executive 8. The weight of only 1670 grams and magnesium alloy case ensures portability and shock resistance at the highest levels.

Panasonic Toughbook Executive CF-F8 is a Business Ruggedized Notebook: a portable band reinforced in professional displays, hard drive and the homes to withstand impact or leakage of fluids, frequent problems for travelers. It 's the direct successor to the Toughbook CF-F7 by Panasonic in 2007, which brings many improvements in the hardware equipment, upgraded to Centrino 2 vPro, and chassis design, which is enriched with a convenient carrying handle.