Janam Gives XT2 Enterprise Handheld New Look but Same Rugged Features

The latest XT2 is Janam’s first smartphone-like handheld, built with a smaller profile but still with the rugged features needed in many workplaces.

The Janam XT2 features a bright 5-inch HD WVGA color touch-screen display that’s covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, a Qualcomm 1.2GHz quad-core MSM8916 processor, 2GB of memory and 16GB of built-in storage plus a microSD card slot for expanded storage .

The XT2 also includes an integrated slim-format SE4710 1D and 2D scanning engine from Zebra Technologies, which can be used by enterprise workers to capture barcode data from more than 2 feet away. Also available is an optional magnetic stripe reader (pictured). In addition, the XT2 includes near-field communications (NFC) and RFID reading capabilities for users.

The Janam XT2 is 6.1 inches long, 3.2 inches wide and 0.9 inches thick and weighs 9.8 ounces with its battery or 10 ounces with its battery and optional magnetic stripe reader, making it easy to carry and use by employees in a wide range of businesses. The device also includes high-sensitivity GPS capabilities and a built-in USB 2.0 port.

Loaded with the Android 5 Lollipop operating system, the XT2 is certified by Google to support all Google APIs, including Google Play. Pricing for the XT2 varies based on configuration, but is expected to range between $1,000 and $2,000. Pricing for large quantities is expected to be below $1,000 each.

The XT2 features an 8-megapixel rear-facing, color, auto-focus camera and a 2GB front-facing camera to give users the ability to capture images in the workplace in a variety of tasks. The XT2 is designed to help companies automate workflows, improve workforce productivity and enhance customer service.

Built to stand up well in inhospitable work environments, the XT2 has MIL-STD 810G certification and is ruggedized to withstand multiple 5-foot drops on concrete. It also meets IP67 standards for dust resistance and immersion in up to 3 feet of water. Plus, it includes Bluetooth 4.0 and dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi connectivity.

The XT2 is equipped with a 3,000mAh Li-ion battery for all-day operation on a charge and can also be outfitted with an extended battery as an option. Other optional accessories include a single-unit charging stand, a four-slot charger to charge four devices at once and a carrying holster.