Panasonic has today launched an updated version of its rugged 2-in-1 convertible – the Toughbook 33 (Mk2) – with faster 10th Gen Intel silicon inside, more memory configurations to go with it, richer port selection, and a touch-based fingerprint sensor. The new Panasonic rugged PC also updates the connectivity suite by offering support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and dual-SIM (physical + eSIM) support.

The key focus of the device, of course, is on the rugged IP65-rated build, which employs Magnesium alloy and comes with MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-461F certifications. Additionally, the machine comes equipped with dual hot-swappable batteries, which means you can replace the depleted battery pack without having to shut down the Toughbook 33 convertible. You also get dual-SIM support on the device, a 10MP infrared front camera, and an 8MP world-facing snapper too.

Panasonic has also jazzed up the display, packing a 12-inch QHD display with a 3:2 aspect ratio for more vertical screen space. Inside, you’ll find up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7-10810U vPro processor paired with up to 32 gigs of RAM and 1TB of SDD with an optional encryption layer on the table for enterprise customers. Other optional customizability facilities include a serial port, barcode, fingerprint scanner for Windows Hello authentication, insertable and contactless SmartCard CAC readers, and FirstNet Ready CF-33 EM7511 Band 14 mobile broadband.

“The latest Toughbook 33 also provides upgraded security with IntelHardware Shield (part of IntelvPro) and meets Microsoft’sSecured-core PC requirements.OPAL SSD’s are standard adding an extra layer of encryption capabilities, giving users the option of hardware encryption,” the company notes. The Panasonic Toughbook 33 refresh is now up for grabs from authorised retail partners.