What is unique about Panasonic’s Toughbook 40? How is it different from its previous version?

Toughbook 40 laptop combines the Toughbook brand’s dependability and toughness. It has been updated with further innovation to provide unrivalled power, speed, and connectivity to meet the evolving needs of mobile workers in today's digitally revolutionised world. Toughbook 40 is the first fully ruggedised Toughbook laptop with a 14-inch screen (the first in our product portfolio), designed for usage in harsh environments and equipped with military-grade security and communications features to enable mission-critical activities.

How will it help soldiers deployed in the remotest areas?

The new Toughbook model is the first fully ruggedized laptop designed for operations in harsh weather conditions. It brings upgraded feature such as increased screen brightness, a colour-selectable backlit keyboard, and an illuminated power button and keyboard icons for easier visibility at night in low-light conditions. Panasonic also re-engineered the resistive touchpad to be 60 per cent larger while being usable when wearing gloves for increased flexibility. The battery life is designed to sustain mission-critical operation for roughly 18 hours from one battery and 36 hours from two batteries, with hot-swap capabilities that ensure the device remains fully operational when batteries are replaced. True to its rugged heritage, the Toughbook 40 laptop takes ruggedness to a new level with IP66 dust and water protection.