The ESRIUC is a great chance to see the latest Geo technology, hardware, gadgets and other amazing stuff! I always stop to see a demo of the latest in wide format plotting and scanning and this year I was pleasantly surprised by the Epson products. Imagine if you will, awesome quality prints at a price […]
Staples to Start Selling Cube 3D Printers Commencing in June
What’s that you say… you’re headed to Staples for supplies? While there would you please pick me up some pens, pencils, a few notepads, oh, and grab me a 3D printer also! Yep… Staples is likely one of the first mass market retailers that is boasting the sale of consumer grade 3D printers! On sale […]
HP SureSupply Convenient Mobile App For Your Printing
You likely know by now that I’m stoked by mobile technology! Cool mobile apps and services pop up every day, many of them designed to make your life and job a little bit easier. A solution from HP called HP SureSupply is one such mobile app for your printing needs. Here’s the deal – If […]
Hardware Tip – HP Performance Advisor
Something new from HP to kick off 2013 – HP Performance Advisor, designed to keep your harwdare performing… as seen in this fast paced overview of the benefits of HP PA for workstation’s performance. Performance Advisor notifies users when components like memory are not being used properly and offers suggestions to quickly improve the performance […]
Collect Professional Grade GIS Data – Juniper Aspect Webinar Recap
Want to Collect Professional Grade GIS Data without Complicated Mapping Software? Well if so, Juniper Systems answered that question recently via a live webcast. The Topic, Juniper Aspect. Ideally suited for non-GIS professionals, the intuitive user interface of Juniper Aspect is tailored to field crews and maintenance technicians enabling other professionals, and natural resource managers/analysts […]
Device Tip – Hydrus Ultra-Rugged Handheld
Here’s a quick look at the Hydrus Ultra-Rugged Handheld by Two Technologies – Designed to work long hours in the harshest environments, Hydrus is Two Technologies powerful, ultra-rugged handheld computer. With an IP68 rating and integrated imager, Hydrus offers power, proof, and productivity all in one “field application perfected” device. Users will find a camera […]
CBx5 Control Box Console, ruggedized, touch-screen control box
I’m definitely a gadget freak and a bit of a fan of cool, mobile technology. This bad boy, obviously geared towards a nice market (3D control, construction etc…), from Carlson Software is pretty darned sweet, and innovative! Enter the CBx5 Control Box Console, the next generation, ruggedized, touch-screen control box. It’s designed for use in […]
The World’s Most Rugged Tablet from getac – Take That Otterbox!
Who Says Your Tablet Can’t Be Tough? With consumer tablets dropping in price basically to a point where they are disposable to some companies, there’s much demand on folks to use consumer grade hardware for enterprise functionality… perhaps that may make sense, however, there’s many jobs that simply demand a tough unit – don’t be […]
Rugged Tablet PC Tip – The MobileDemand xTablet
Loads of companies and contractors have a need for a rugged, mobile solution. Here’s one to consider, the MobileDemand xTablet. Most recently, this device was selected by Elecdata for use in a mobile GIS app for recording and managing data critical for controlling mosquitoes. About the device – MobileDemand xTablets are built military rugged to withstand […]
Some Holiday Gadget Tips – Black Friday Tech Deals
Thanksgiving is near once again, indeed one of my favorite holidays of the year (yes, even if I am up in Canada…) however, that also means Black Friday. Sure, there’s loads of holiday deals and pitches to try and get you to open your wallet. Keep in mind though, this is also a great time […]