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The first revision of Panasonic ToughBook 19 rugged tablet PC uses Core Duo processor (U2400) that runs at 1.06Ghz. Panasonic has given the ToughBook 19 upgrades and now Core 2 Duo (U7500) powers it. Although the new CPU still runs at 1.06Ghz, it has a newer architecture that made the system more energy efficient and faster.

Panasonic also doubled the ToughBook 19 memory to total of 1GB and expandable to 4GB. As for storage, the ToughBook 19 gets additional 20GB space from previous revision to 80GB.

The Toughbook 19F is available now for retail price of $3,199 without integrated camera, and $3,699 with the integrated camera.

Panasonic Toughbook 19 Convertible Tablet PC: Select Features and Specifications

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor U7500 (2MB L2 cache), Processor speed 1.06GHz, 533MHz FSB
80GB HDD (shock-mounted and user-removable)
1 GB SDRAM standard, expandable to 4 GB
Optional external USB Combo Drive
Full magnesium alloy case with hand strap
Touchscreen Display version: 10.4″ 1024 x 768 (XGA) transmissive, 500 nit daylight-readable TFT Active Matrix Color LCD
Tablet Display version: 10.4″ 1024 x 768 (XGA) transmissive, 550 nit daylight-readable TFT Active Matrix Color LCD with Digitizer
Dimensions: 1.9″ (H) x 10.7″ (W) x 8.5″ (D)
Weight: 5.1 lbs.
Battery Life: 7 hours, depending on use conditions
Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth v2.0+EDR
Optional integrated WWAN (EV-DO Rev. A or HSDPA)
Optional integrated GPS receiver
Optional integrated 2MP camera with 5 ft. LED flash
Security features include: wireless on/off switch; Password Security: Supervisor, User; Hard Disk Lock; Cable lock slot; Trusted Platform Module (TPM) v.1.2 security chip; Computrace theft protection agent in BIOS; optional fingerprint scanner; optional SmartCard reader
Genuine Windows Vista® Business (with XP downgrade option), Setup, Diagnostics, DMI Viewer, Online Reference Manual, Adobe® Reader, Panasonic Handwriting (with signature capture on Tablet PC version), Software Keyboard, Display Rotation Tool, Hard Disk Data Erase Utility, Recovery DVD
3-year limited warranty, parts & labor