A mobile computer allows you to capture, manage, and utilize data on the go. This makes them a vital component for shipping, picking, inventory management, and even mobile POS applications. POSGuys carries a full complement of mobile computers from great brands including Motorola, Datalogic, Unitech, Opticon, and more. We have carefully split them into sub categories that help identify the strengths and capabilities of each class.
Enterprise Smartphones
Enterprise Smartphones look and feel similar to consumer-grade smartphones, but they offer tremendous durability and added features ideal for mobile workforces. Most feature an integrated barcode scanner, making data capture easier and error-free, speeding invoicing or mobile POS applications. Add-ons, including magnetic card readers, convert enterprise smartphones into a full mobile POS platform.
Ruggedized Mobile Computers
A ruggedized mobile computer gives you added durability compared to enterprise smartphones, handling use and abuse you may see in department store inventory management, route delivery, or light manufacturing work. These mobile computers are built with added protection, including rubberized edges and gasket seals to keep water & dust out.
Suggested Ruggedized Mobile Computers:
- Motorola MC40 - Gorilla glass screen and integrated magnetic card reader
- Unitech PA500e - Affordable and easy to use
Heavy Industrial Mobile Computers
Built with the ultimate in protection in mind, heavy industrial mobile computers are some of the most durable ways to manage data at your business. Available with gun grips and a wide variety of keypads and scan engines, these devices are built to meet exacting specifications of a variety of manufacturing, logistics, and delivery services. Select models can even operate in frigid temperatures, excellent for cold storage data management.
Entry Level Mobile Computers
For smaller inventory management, such as clothing boutiques, corner stores, or offices, an entry level mobile computer is an affordable option. Lacking in many features of their more robust counterparts, these mobile devices often resemble older cellular phones and run proprietary operating systems, so you will want to make sure your software supports these devices prior to purchase.
Batch Memory Scanners
For basic inventory management, or simple registry applications, a batch memory scanner is an affordable option. These devices are designed to collect barcode data then export it out, usually using 3rd party software such as Proxis Keychain Synch.