Motion Computing Offers SSD for LS800 Tablet PC
Motion Computing announced today the availability of a 1.8-inch 32GB solid state drive (SSD) for its for its award-winning LS800 Tablet PC. This flash-based memory will offers a more durable and better-performing ultra-mobile computing solution for vertical industries.
Motion engineering tests show that the SSD reduces power consumption to give the LS800 about 10 percent longer battery life. Motion tests also show the LS800 runs approximately 40 percent more efficiently with an SSD, with faster data access time.
Additionally, Motion believes the SSD will help reduce costs associated with hard drive failures. Analyst firm Gartner reports a failing hard drive is one of two top sources of system malfunctions in mobile computers, and accounts for up to 45 percent of total hardware failures.
The SSD drives are available today on new LS800s for $599. Current LS800 customers can upgrade their Tablet PC to include an SSD by working through one of Motion’s Certified Maintainer partners.
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