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In order to catch up with the competition, Zebra is launching successors of the TC51, TC56, TC70x, TC75x, and MC18. Common features of the new mobile terminals are the eight-core 64-bit Snapdragon 660 processor, 4 GB RAM and 32 GB flash memory, 802.11ac Wi-Fi chip, Bluetooth 5.0 with BLE support, support for minimum of three versions of the Android OS, starting with Android 8.1 Oreo, design almost unrecognizable to its predecessors and accessories compatible with its predecessors.
Specifically, these are the following types of devices:
- TC52 - TC51 successor, Wi-Fi only
- TC57 - successor TC56, Wi-Fi + LTE-A / VoLTE
- TC72 - successor TC70x, Wi-Fi only
- TC77 - successor TC75x, Wi-Fi + LTE-A / VoLTE
- PS20 - successor MC18 - Base and Plus
Starting with Android 8.1, Zebra only releases GMS (Google Mobile Services) builds within each BSP build. Users previously used AOSP builds have the option to turn off Google applications and services using StageNow / MX.
Another device specific innovations include, for example,
- Support for Digimarc invisible codes reading (T52, TC57, TC72, PS20 Plus)
- Atmospheric pressure sensor (TC77)
- Front-facing camera with visible light spectrum communication (VLC) support - usable for indoor locationing (except PS20 Base)
The software features of all new terminals include the WorryFree WiFi utility for WiFi setup and troubleshooting.
Zebra is not yet planning to stop the previous terminal types. For example, for TC7X, three generations of devices remain available: TC70, TC70x and TC72 (Wi-Fi only), respectively. TC75, TC75x, and TC77 (Wi-Fi + WWAN).
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The new, promising MC3300 Series launched by Zebra Technologies is trying to build on the tradition of the MC3000, MC3100 and MC3200 mobile terminals. This is a mid-range device that features technologies and features up-to-date in 2017. These include Android 7, a four-inch capacitive display, 802.11ac Wi-Fi radio, and a new type of fast-recharging battery.
Here are the basic facts about the MC3300 terminals:
- 4th generation of MC3000 series
- Charging accessories and holsters are compatible with previous models; MC33xx can utilize MC32xx batteries, but it is not possible vice versa.
- Communication cradles and cables from MC3000 / MC3100 / MC3200 with MC3300 are not compatible.
- 1.8 GHz Qualcomm 8056 processor
- 4" capacitive display with 480x800 pixels with Gorilla glass and multi-touch support
- Standard, Premium and Premium+ models vary in memory size and buil-in features
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac radio in all configurations
- Scanner modules SE965 (laser 1D - rotating turret), SE4750 (2D) or new SE4850 (2D Extended Range)
- Rear Camera at Premium+ Brick models
- New type of PowerPrecision+ batteries with fast recharging (requires new charging accessories)
- Resistance to repeated drops from 1.5 m on concrete
- Android N in both AOSP and GMS versions, preparing for Oreo
- LifeGuard software support from beginning March 2018
- The only preinstalled staging client - Zebra StageNow; Rapid Deployment and Soti MobiControl Stage are no longer part of the system
- Pre-installed Ivanti Velocity Terminal Emulation (ATTE) in all configurations, gun models are pre-licensed
MC3300 gun models can be ordered from December 2017, other configurations beginning March/April 2018. The MC3300 is expected to replace Android versions of MC3200 later in 2018. However, the MC3200 with Windows Embedded Compact 7 remains available.
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In the near future, Zebra will launch new MC55X terminals, which are replacements for the discontinued MC55A0 and MC55N0. The Extended Life MC55X is a Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 with keypad device and will be compatible with MC55A0/MC55N0 accessories. It will have an updated dual core processor, improved data capture functionality with the SE4710 scan engine and increased memory of 512 MB RAM/2 GB Flash. It is available in both standard and healthcare configurations.
EU shipments should start in December 2017.
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From October 26, 2017, Zebra officially launched a new Android Wi-Fi phone - the TC20. This device does not have cellular phone/mobile data connectivity, it just uses Wi-Fi to connect to the network. This makes TC20 suitable for small-medium sized businesses in the retail, hospitality and small footprint warehousing industries. The TC25 terminal with phone/mobile data connectivity will be launched later.
The TC20 does not replace any existing product in a range of Zebra mobile terminals. It is Zebras' entry into a segment of cheaper smart-devices for small and medium-sized businesses in retail and field services.
The TC20 solution has 4 different product configurations:
- TC20: Integrated SE2100 scanner with no rear facing camera and gray side scanner keys
- TC20 Plus:Integrated SE4710 scanner with rear facing camera and yellow side scanner keys (compatible with trigger handle)
- TC20 Keyboard: Integrated SE4710 scanner with rear facing camera, physical numeric keyboard, and yellow side scanner keys
- TC20 RFID: Integrated SE4710 scanner with rear facing camera, more flash memory, and yellow side scanner keys (compatible with RFD2000 RFID sled and trigger handle)
TC20 Features:
- Ergonomic smartphone - pocket-size form factor
- Two scan engine options: SE2100 and SE4710
- 3000 mAh internal battery designed to support a full shift plus an optional snap on PowerPack for continuous use
- Pre-installed Workforce Connect PTT solution
- Scan buttons on left and right side of the device
- Android 7.0 (Nougat) OS at launch with the ability to support OS upgrades in the future
- Compatibility with RFD2000, an optional UHF RFID sled for RFID tag reading
- Extensive accessory eco-system, including 1-Slot cradles for charging and data communication, 5-slot cradles for large charging deployments and a field detachable trigger handle
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The inability to get required hardware components from the suppliers somewhat caught Zebra and found it unprepared to supply all configurations of the MC55 mobile terminals. They announced termination of the MC55A0 devices no later than August 31, 2017 (or perhaps earlier when stocks are exhausted) and MC55N0 no later than June 30, 2017. The MC55XL (Extended Life) replacement is promised as early as September to October 2017. The new MC55XL will have a similar architecture to MC67, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, 2D SE4710 scan engine and more memory. It will be offered in standard and medical versions and the accessories will be compatible with MC55A0 and MC55N0.
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Since the beginning of 2017, SOTI MobiControl version 13.3 is available.
In this release, you will find better support for Windows 10 Desktop (Anniversary Update), more options for latest series of Windows Mobile (Remote Control, File Sync Rule, Custom Data and Custom Attributes, and Package Deployment via Profiles), enhanced Android for Work and iOS support, and one detail that facilitates staging and managing Zebra Android devices. This is a support for profiles exported from Zebra StageNow in XML format (Export for MDM). With Soti, now you can simply apply all the settings that StageNow supports.
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Clearlake Capital Group announced on January 23rd, 2017 it has completed the acquisition of LANDESK. In conjunction with the transaction close, LANDESK, HEAT Software, AppSense, Shavlik and Wavelink announced they have united under a new corporate name: Ivanti. Their new website is www.ivanti.com.
The good thing to note is: while the name and logo have changed, nothing will change about Wavelink products and company focus.
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Zebra announced the launch of their new mid-tier mobile device flag ship - TC51 a TC56.
Main Features:
- Size of a larger mobile phone, with a good robustness it can still fit into a pocket.
- 5“ HD display with the Gorilla Glass
- Can be controlled by finger, gloves or a stylus
- Wi-Fi only TC51s are intended for "inside 4 walls" usage - available from November 2016
- Wi-Fi + 4G/LTE TC56s should be launched in January 2017. Unlike a TC75 the TC56 will only have one SIM slot and no SAM slots.
- Android 6.x Marshmallow OS upgradable to later versions (N and O). Both Standard versions with Google Mobile Services and Professional without Google Mobile Services will be available.
- Easily replaceable PowerPrecision+ battery, capacity 4300 mAh for up to 14 hours shifts.
- Fast recharging: within 2 hours from 0% to 90%.
- Battery active monitoring
- Snapdragon 650 Hex Core, 1,8 GHz ARM Cortex A72 processor
- 2 GB RAM / 16 GB flash or 4 GB RAM / 32 GB flash memory configs. Not interchangeable.
- 2D barcode scanner based on SE4710 scan engine
- 13 mpx rear camera with flash
- Programmable button on the back of the device
- Scanning button on the right and left side of the device
- PTT support
- A wide range of accessories including charging and communication cradles and cables or a trigger handle. Accessory is not compatible with other Zebra device types.
- Soti, MSP (AirWatch) and StageNow MDM/staging clients pre-installed.
More info about Zebra TC51 and TC56
Zebra does not plan to terminate the offer of the MC40 or TC55 mobile terminals in the foreseeable future.
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SOTI introduced the MobiControl 13.2 release.
The main new feature is the SOTI surf - a secure mobile browser for iOS and Android devices based on the Chromium open-source web browser. The security features include the following:
- Users can browse confidential content on the company intranet without the need to set up VPNs
- Configure whitelist/blacklist to restrict web content by URL or content type
- Enforce data loss protection by toggling browser features; cut/copy/paste, screen capture, download and print
- Kiosk mode locks the device and the browser to specific intranet web sites
- Push approved bookmarks to the end-user based on role or region
The other improvements are related to the SOTI Hub - a secure mobile content management application looking to deploy corporate content to their mobile workforce. SOTI hub now brings Data Loss
Prevention features, many UI/UX enhancements, SharePoint integration, a new “Download Manager” and several “Search on Server” improvements. SOTI hub is available for Google Android and Apple iOS devices from the Google Play and Apple App Store.
The SOTI MobiControl 13.2 release includes a new Android for Work agent that supports Google Android 7.0 (Nougat). It streamlines device deployment and adds key features that previously were
only available for mobile devices through SOTI Android+, specifically, packages via profiles and remote control. SOTI MobiControl 13.2 also includes many more device feature controls to make it
easier for an IT admin to configure and control mobile devices.
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On September 14th, 2016 Zebra Technologies announced an agreement with Extreme Networks to sell Zebra's wireless LAN business. A part of this acquisition is Zebra’s full wireless LAN portfolio, which will become a part of the existing ExtremeWireless product line. This includes the complete Zebra WLAN portfolio of access points, controllers, software, advanced security (AirDefense and WIPS) and the whole Wi-NG platform. There are no changes to Zebra’s portfolio of mobile computers, printers, scanners and services.The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter in 2016.