Industry Focused - Recent Threads

Terminal Emulation and Security: ssh vs ssl

Ron Mercer — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:34:32 GMT

Terminal Emulation is not exactly a hot topic these days, but security is. With that in mind which protocol is most often used with Terminal Emulation? SSH or SSL? or are they both popular?

Does any devices have any plan to be certified for class I divII to be applied for hazardous locations?

wenhao — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:27:09 GMT

We're a solution provider of mobile workforce management solutions, we focus on process industry where requires hazardous location certification mostly. In most scenarios, Class I Div. II is enough, intrisically safe is not necessary.

Parking Control Solutions

Christopher Kenmore — Wed, 23 May 2012 10:32:55 GMT

Can anyone offer street parking control solutions - especially for traffic wardens and police.

Please advise me on software capability and devices used.

Thank you, Christopher

Biometric on WAP3 and EP10

Deep Agarwal — Thu, 12 May 2011 17:01:06 GMT

Is a snap on Biometric reader available for WAP3 or EP10?

New applications in Container Terminals

Deep Agarwal — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 06:06:26 GMT

Other than the standard data capture for a TOS, what are the other applications that Container Terminals are using our devices for?

CES 2012

Greg Smyth — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:11:05 GMT

So CES is going on now and it's always interesting to see what's happening on the Consumer side of things. Especially since a lot of it we can investigate for feasibility inside one of our devices.

Normally CES has a big theme of what people are doing. A couple years ago was Tablets. Last year was 3D TVs. This year doesn't really have a theme. It's been pretty open ended. However, there are still some neat technologies on display such as:

SpareOne Cellphone - 15 year battery life with 1 AA battery. While it's a dumb phone with pretty much no bells nor whistles, 15 years is a long time: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/12/spareone-cellphone-claims-15-year-battery-life-we-go-hands-on/

Golden-i - The head mounted display from Motorola. I've always wanted a headmounted, augmented reality display in my glasses (or beamed into my eye) but we're not quite there yet. However, any work done in the field gets us closer to that day: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/hands-off-with-the-golden-i-head-mounted-computer/

ioSafe rugged data storage - Really only because they tested their device with a Tesla coil. I mean really. That's awesome. http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/iosafe-gives-shocking-demo-of-thunderbolt-rugged-portable-protot/

Lumus head mounted display - A little bit closer to what I'd actually want out of a head mounted display than Motorola's offering but still definitely on the clunky side. http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/lumus-see-through-wearable-display-hands-on/

SiGNa Fuel Cell - Fuel Cells was another one of those hyped too much too early technologies so it's interesting to see something actually coming out of it. Comments are saying the Pukk's will retail for about $3-4 so it will be interesting to see if it makes it anywhere. http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/signa-chemistry-sodium-silicide-might-power-your-next-fuel-cell/

Has there been anything that you have spotted and wanted in a Psion device?

Contianer Terminals - Mobile Applications

Deep Agarwal — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:47:02 GMT

I am looking for various applications that our devcies can be used for in Container Terminals. If you have a port customer, can you please share why and how they are using our mobile devices. Some applications I have come across are the standard interface to TOS like NAVIS, Container tracking using RFID, reefer temperature monitoring etc.

Will really appreciate if you could share your experiences.

RFID to track paint containers within pallets?

Luis M. Aranguren — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:44:19 GMT

Hello,

Is there any success/failure story of tracking paint containers (plastic pails, buckets and cans) within pallets using RFID? We would ideally want to track using EPC UHF at the distribution center, truck loading verification, delivery and possibly for inventory as well.

Any thoughts or suggestions are welcome!

Best regards,

Luis M.

Reefer Container Servicing data capture application

Mark Roberts — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 06:31:56 GMT

Hi,

Does anyone know of an existing software program (for mobile devices) that is in use now by a company (or companies), where the purpose of the program is to automate the capture of "work performed" servicing data on the refrigeration equipment on reefer refrigerated shipping containers.

Apparently this data is generally captured on paper and then entered manually into various systems from different shipping companies.

Thanks,

Mark Roberts

Pocket Solutions Ltd.

New Zealand

Apple's docking connector vs. Android's micro USB. Lessons for Android!

Brian Jay — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 01:12:54 GMT

In one corner, we have Apple creating a proprietary docking connector for their:

IPOD

IPHONE

They let 3rd party manufacturers (like stereo systems, and other add-ons) get access to how this connector works. You drop your IPOD into the stereo system and use the 3rd party remote to flip through songs. Apple doesn't have to worry about designing amplifiers and other audiophile equipment.

And in the Android world, you have a micro B USB socket placed somewhere on the handheld. Different for each handheld and different manufacturers. As I posted a few months ago even the micro B cable needed to be slimmer/customized for the Samsung Galaxy S phone.

Surely if USB.org can exist to standardize the USB connectors, then the Android folks can get together and standardize a connector and docking system like Apple does. The advantages of dropping your phone into your basic dock/charger/amplifier are huge! And not having to design an amplifier that ONLY works with your phone is even better.

read this:

http://www.retrevo.com/content/blog/2011/01/missing-link-where-android-dock

Logistics Contribution to Environment

MISS PLANNEUSE — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:26:53 GMT

UPS is extending paperless invoice service to air freight shipments the same capability now enjoyed by small package shippers to electronically clear customs in more than 90 countries. The extension of the UPS Paperless Invoice service to international air freight shipments saves time, money and TREES. The free-of-charge solution enables the users to increase efficiency by integrating order processing, shipment preparation and commercial invoice data. It then transmits that data in advance of the shipment to customs offices across the globe, eliminating the problems that accompany paper documentation. It will be available through UPS Worldship Software which is going to be extended from 63 countries to 9O countries, the newest origins will service include Argentina, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Chile, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Greece, Guam, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, South Africa, Sri Lanka and United Arab Emirates. WorldShip can be installed in any of 20 languages.

As Psion is implementing environmental management system by working with partners who are developing solutions which are more efficient and environmental friendly we are taking a step in the right direction and comitting to the environment seriously.

Looking Beyond Mobile Device Management to Mobile Application and Enterprise Mobility Management

Edoardo Rovatti — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:18:13 GMT

A rencent Article by the Enterprise Mobile Foundation also presented at the SAP Forum in Madrid.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9472923/PSION/Looking%20Beyond%20Mobile%20Device%20Management%20by%20The%20Enterprise%20Mobility%20Foundation.pdf

Smart Card Secured Communications on the WAP

Blake Hodges — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:59:55 GMT

Apriva announced today that it has integrated and tested the Workabout Pro with its Apriva CSPware and Apriva Guard middleware to ensure compatibility with all government-issued FIPS 201 certified smart cards or Common Access Cards. The Workabout Pro has also been validated to comply with the US government’s security technical implementation guide standards for how devices are protected.

This opens up new markets for the Workabout Pro in verticals like financial services providers, government entities, and public service sectors---any organization that needs to comly with Homeland Security Presedential Directive 12 (HSPD-12).

The U.S. government data uses Apriva’s technology to secure mobile communications for classified and unclassified email. The company’s BT200 smart card reader and PKI authentication software are used on handheld terminals deployed by government agencies to inventory sensitive assets from commissary items to advanced weapons. www.apriva.com

Google to buy Motorola ...

Timothy Pearce — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 13:33:58 GMT

Haven't seen this posted yet ...

http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-20092362-94/google-to-buy-motorola-mobility-for-$12.5b/

Tim Pearce
Senior Software Developer
Psion Inc.

Stocktake by Psion equipment?

Rodion — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 10:03:57 GMT

Hello,

We have a request for equipment for warehouses, that will do stocktakes. We have specific requirements. I wonder if we can fit it with Psions. Here are the requirements.

The equipment (hard and soft) should include stickers/labels or other alternative means, Software working in compliance with Accounting System Armenian software, reader which will enable input and output of information via stickers/labels or other alternative means from/to Armsoft. The detailed description and requirements for the mentioned equipment is described below:

a) Waterproof and thermally resistant stickers with magnetic medium or alternative devices having printable outer surface, which are easy to attach to any surface;

b) possibility to input information into the stickers or alternative devices, editing of the input information in easy and user-friendly manner, particularly input of information onto the stickers using Armenian Software Accountancy system, as well as reflection of brief information in Armenian Software Accountancy system or in Excel file;

c) Availability of respective equipment for inventory listing of the base station, which will allow implementation of digital inventory listing through magnetic stickers at a distance of 1 to 100 meters;

d) The number of required equipment shall be approximately for the stickers - 120,000 pieces, for the readers - 10 pieces;

e) Performance of the inventory listing system equipment shall not jeopardize the normal operation of telecommunication network.

Successful Ublox GPS module for WAP stories using DGPS features?

Felipe San Román — Tue, 25 May 2010 14:41:47 GMT

Hi,

Public works are scenarios where our devices are used. Since GPS accuracy is a key issue on those sites, most topographers use differential GPS technologies to feed GPS readers back from fixed reference stations.

As you all know we integrate Ublox ANTARIS 4 module at our Ikôn. According to Ublox Sistem Integration Manual, their GPSs support RTCM dGPS technology. Two ports are provided, hence, theoretically, you could feed the GPS back from positioning information you get from other fixed know source.

I would like to get some feedback from anyone who is using WAP GPS for such kind of applications. I am very interested in both technical and operational feasibility of the solution.

Cheers.

CSI announce its new association to the SAP United VARs Programme

Dom Walker — Wed, 04 May 2011 11:14:39 GMT

Just to let you know, CSI Ltd are now a member of the SAP United VARS programme, which enables us to deliver SAP deployments and subsid roll-outs in 57 countries. We have been chossen by SAP to be the UK member

Click here for the full story

PSE Mark

Anderson Passos — Fri, 14 May 2010 02:40:13 GMT

Hello,

My company wants to start selling iKon here in Japan but when analysing the power adapter that came with the docking station in the demo kit we could not find the PSE mark.

This mark is mandatory for all the power cords sold in japan (Please refer to http://www.jet.or.jp/en/).

I noticed that the iKon's power supply has it so I was wondering if there is any special reason why the docking station's power supply doesn't have it (both are from same manufacturer: PHIHONG).

Is there an alternative? Is it possible to get the mark on the docking's power cord?

By the way, the docking station's product model is CH4000.

Kind regards,

Anderson

System integrator specialized in Airports

Jan Steenssens — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:32:03 GMT

Hi,

I am looking for a system integrator with experience in airport projects.
Our customer wants to gather all kinds of data from the field and integrate this in there existing system:

User data: when logged on, when person did what where.
Vehicle data: When a vehicle was where, when the doors went open, when the engine started and so on.
Other data coming from manual input of the users or checkpoints on the Area

Our customer wants to install VMT's in all the vehicles in the area. These Vehicle mounts will be connected with the CANBUS system of the vehicles and in that way gets information from the vehicles.
He also wants to monitor what the employees are doing using GPS data, checkpoints, and other data coming from the devices.

Does anyone know a company with experience in this area?
Please feel free to get in touch with me.

Greetings,

Jan Steenssens
Technical & Service Manager MEAN

Jan.Steenssens@psion.com

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Cold chain warehouse - racking solution needed.

Christopher Kenmore — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 12:38:54 GMT

We have been asked by a construction company about automated racking and shelving in a freezer warehouse, but do not know any suppliers to help them.

Can someone recommend one or more suppliers that can ship to our market - Russia? Warehouse is for palleted meat.

Thank you,

Christopher

Psion Rated Best Channel Vendor by Business Solutions Magazine

Tony Condi — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:03:19 GMT

Psion was recently chosen to be one of the Best Channel Vendors by Business Solutions Magazine after an indepent survey conducted by Penn State University in conjunction with the magazine.

>>>Click here to review the survey criteria.

>>>To read the full release click here.

We are very proud to have received this recognition, especially when our top competitors were unable to make the list. Thanks to all of our partners for their support!

While this is a great honor we want to keep improving. Let us know any thoughts you may have on how we may improve our support of partners and the channel even more.

Workabout Pro G2 in explosive atmospheres?

Christian — Tue, 04 May 2010 22:35:07 GMT

Does anyone have any knowledge about certification or test with Workabout Pro G2 in explosive atmospheres?

The particular case is the production of aerosols.

What a bit of Ingenuity and Modularity can bring to the construction industry

Guy-Franck Nakach — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:09:25 GMT

So :

· You take a modular platform - say a workabout Pro - that's us

· A first partners adds a biometric reader, and strips the unnecessary buttons and distractions - that's Coppernic in France

· A second one designs an application that uses the ideal ergonomics for the construction industry and provides vital features - that's Simeio in the UK

And you get a fantastic unique solution that delivers value to the end customer, creating something useful that simply did not exist...

è If you want to see it in action check this link : http://www.simeio.co.uk/solution/default.aspx

è and some more reading here: http://www.responsesource.com/releases/rel_display.php?relid=51213

The question is: Is there any construction industry in your area and would this be of interest to them?

Maybe worth a call or a mention ;-)

Healthcare Industry

Sadashiv Dharwarkar — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 17:54:01 GMT

There seems to be an opportunity for engineering innovation in health industry. Some one might be interested in a conference arranged for March 25th, see the link below.

http://secure.campaigner.com/Campaigner/Public/t.show?IEZb--6k1V-9jLqp6

What is Web 3.0?

Luke Wakefield — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 05:11:25 GMT

Have you heard about it? Any idea what it will be like or should be? Is it happening now or soon?

What is Web 3.0?

What in the Wide World is Web 3.0? – Let’s find out….

Web 3.0 Concepts Explained in Plain English

The Future Internet: Service Web 3.0

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