Panasonic has updated its family of rugged mobile computers and semi-rugged, integrating the new Intel Centrino 2. The new laptop, Toughbook CF-52 and Toughbook CF-74, will be equipped with latest-generation processors, Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn, and graphics cards to date. The hard disk will have a capacity up to 160GB and the system will be equipped with faster networking Wi-Fi 802.11n. The Toughbook CF-52 belongs to the category semi-rugged and will have a 15.4-inch screen, compared to the 13.3-inch display model of the CF-74.

This latest version comes with a carrying handle and offers access to 3G/UMTS networks (optional). Resistant to water, dust and high temperatures, the new Panasonic Toughbook deisgn feature a sturdy chassis and a magnesium alloy, with secured interface, hard disk technology with anti-shock and anti-glare LCD panel for ensure optimal viewing even in open spaces with sunlight. The Panasonic Toughbook is sold with three year warranty and 24-hour support on 24.

The Panasonic Toughbook CF-19 has obtained ATEX approval, in accordance with the applicable European Directives, as in the past his predecessor CF-18, the first portable computer category to get it. From 1 July 2003, ATEX is the European legislation in force for means of production which is to be used in potentially explosive areas such as service stations, oil refineries and chemical industries.

Through the combination of modern features and ATEX certification, the Panasonic Toughbook CF-19 ATEX ensures maximum safety and professionalism in potentially dangerous. ATEX (short for "Atmosphères EXplosibles") is the conventional name of the ATEX Directive 94/9/EC and Directive 1999/92/EC. These two laws are the basis of the mandatory provisions concerning the characteristics, installation and maintenance of equipment and products, with regard to explosion protection systems, electrical appliances and components and otherwise. Panasonic has produced the Toughbook CF-19 ATEX certificate in collaboration with the Group TÜV Rheinland.

Panasonic has released in recent days, two new versions of rugged notebook Toughbook 30 and Toughbook 19, provisions now support for broadband connections, 3G UMTS / HSDPA, which will enable all Americans to connect to Internet users in over 165 countries of the United States, in full freedom. In fact, for exchanging data over wireless networks, they can not only enjoy UMTS / HSDPA, but also to EDGE or GPRS networks, deployed in over 135 metropolitan areas, thanks to AT & T BroadbandConnect. Overall, the holders of Rugged Toughbook notebooks will have availability of access to 3G and EDGE mobile networks in more than 13,000 cities.

As stated in the official note, the Panasonic Toughbook notebooks incorporate the Novatel Wireless Expedite EU860 module, which provides not only durability but also high-performance data transfer and signal stability over 3G cellular networks. Recall that the Panasonic rugged notebook based on Intel Centrino, also have integrated Bluetooth and GPS modules.