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    Introducing the TOUGHBOOK 55: Designed for the Mobile Workforce

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by hmscott, Sep 10, 2019.

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    The new Toughbook 55 looks great, even has upgradable / swappable GPU module, AMD Radeon Pro WX 4150 - module slot allows for a number of upgrade options, and it's "thinner" for it's market.

    The product page doesn't have a working configurator yet, it just got announced, so keep an eye out for it to show up soon.
    https://na.panasonic.com/us/support/product-configurator#/
    https://na.panasonic.com/us/computers-tablets-handhelds/computers/laptops/toughbook-55

    Here's a few video's and articles for info:

    Panasonic launches rugged Toughbook 55 with modular design
    Backed by a three-year warranty and quick turnaround
    By Shawn Knight on September 9, 2019, 9:26 AM
    https://www.techspot.com/news/81810-panasonic-launches-rugged-toughbook-55-modular-design.html

    Panasonic Toughbook 55
    By Tom Brant, September 9, 2019 8:54AM EST
    https://www.pcmag.com/review/370604/panasonic-toughbook-55

    Would You Consider A Modular Laptop ? - Initial Impressions Of the Panasonic Toughbook 55 Rugged PC
    xdadevelopers
    Published on Sep 9, 2019
    Today we go hands on with the Rugged thought toughbook 55 from Panasonic.
    XDA Article : https://www.xda-developers.com/panasonic-toughbook-55-rugged-laptop/


    Introducing the TOUGHBOOK 55
    Panasonic TOUGHBOOK
    Published on Sep 9, 2019
    Meet the new TOUGHBOOK 55: Customizable. Long battery life. Advanced Performance. Versatile. Backwards Compatible.
    For more information, visit: na.panasonic.com/us/TOUGHBOOK55


    Introducing the TOUGHBOOK 55: Designed for the Mobile Workforce
    Panasonic TOUGHBOOK
    Published on Sep 9, 2019
    Meet the TOUGHBOOK 55, the newest TOUGHBOOK laptop designed with the mobile workforce in mind. The thinnest and lightest laptop in its class, with the longest battery life of any rugged device on the market, the TOUGHBOOK 55 is an innovative, reliable and high-performing addition to any team, regardless of the industry. To learn more about the TOUGHBOOK 55, visit: https://na.panasonic.com/us/TOUGHBOOK55
     
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    I would love to have that one. Lots of upgrades too...
     
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    Your my hero man!
     
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    It's hard to believe a laptop with a 40 hour battery life. Just love the keyboard and the colours. That's definitely going to be my next Toughbook... when I'm rich. :D
     
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    Providing that the price is large I would take it but I need to fullfill my 25,27,28 before going to something else. The CF-5X line has really shocked me. My 52GUN has been in the rain, snow, and taken a dip in the hot tub. Still works though it’s a little dusty from hiding in the linen room with old servers and another CF-52 non touch. It is some of the best toughbooks nearing the 28,29,39,31.
     
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    Linus tech tips did a video a few days ago
     
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    Lots of user swappable upgrades for the T55...handy sliding window for blocking the webcam too. :)

    The CRAZY Upgradeable Laptop - Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 55 Showcase
    Linus Tech Tips
    Published on Oct 10, 2019
    Thanks to Panasonic TOUGHBOOK for sponsoring this video! Check out the TOUGHBOOK 55 at https://lmg.gg/8KV1N
    In the world of soldered ram, pentalobe screws and glued down batteries - Panasonic is taking the complete opposite approach with the new Toughbook. They've created a laptop where nearly everything, including the GPU, can be swapped almost instantly.
     
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