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April 2013 | Algiz 7 Handheld Lets You Pack Power into the Woods | Visit page
The Forestry Source, Society of American Foresters, April 2013 VOL. 18, No. 4


April 25, 2013 | First Batches Sold Out: Handheld Starts Shipping the All-New Algiz 10X Rugged Tablet and the Updated Algiz XRW Rugged Notebook | View full press release
Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers and smartphones, has started shipping its new Algiz 10X rugged tablet PC for field professionals. The powerful Algiz 10X rugged tablet is perfect for outdoor use and can withstand tough weather elements and harsh handling. An updated version of Handheld's popular Algiz XRW rugged notebook also starts shipping this week.


26. Februar 2013 | Handheld stattet seine Outdoor Computer und Smartphones mit GPS-Technik von u blox aus | View full press release
Prämierter Hersteller von robusten Mobilgeräten setzt auf Positionierungstechnologie von u-blox


January 31, 2013 | Handheld's European Managing Director Christian Löfvendahl Named as One of Sweden's "Super Talents" | View full press release
Christian Löfvendahl, Managing Director of Handheld Europe and Handheld APAC, has been named one of Sweden's "super talents" by leading business magazine Veckans Affärer. Handheld Group is the world's fastest-growing manufacturer of rugged PDAs, smartphones and mobile devices.


January 29, 2013 | Handheld and Ascent Rugged Mobile Announce the SAIFE Sentry, a Rugged Smartphone for Secure Communications | View full press release
Handheld, the world's fastest-growing manufacturer of rugged mobile computers and smartphones, today announced a new offering from business partner, Ascent Rugged Mobile. The SAIFE Sentry combines Cummings Engineering's SAIFE™ encryption software with Handheld's Nautiz X1 ultra-rugged smartphone, for a tough and secure mobile solution.


24. Januar 2013 | Handheld führt neue Version des ultra-robusten Notebook Algiz XRW mit verbesserter Performance ein | View full press release
Handheld, ein schnell wachsender Hersteller robuster Mobilcomputer, PDAs und Smartphones, kündigte heute die Einführung der neuen Version seines überaus beliebten robusten Notebooks Algiz XRW an. Das aktualisierte Algiz XRW ist deutlich schneller als sein Vorgänger und verfügt über doppelt so viel RAM.


January 8, 2013 | Purchase mobile computers wisely not to lose productivity - by Jerker Hellström, CEO, Handheld Group | View full press release
CEO Jerker Hellström writes about total cost of ownership and the need to purchase mobile computers wisely in order to not lose productivity in an article that has been published in over 20 magazines and newspapers around the world, including Mobile Commerce Insider, Maritime Professional, Rugged PC Review and Government Security News.


December 18, 2012 | Handheld Strengthens Organization of Management and Sales for Continued Global Growth | View full press release
Handheld, the world's fastest-growing manufacturer of rugged PDAs, smartphones and mobile devices, has made several new top appointments to strengthen the organization of its management and sales for continued global growth.


Dezember 2012 | Das schwedische Biathlon Nationalteam setzt auf die ultra-robusten Mobilcomputer von Handheld | View full press release
Handheld Group, ein führender Anbieter von robusten Mobilcomputern und Smartphones, hat einen Sponsoring Vertrag mit der Schwedischen Biathlon-Nationalmannschaft unterzeichnet. Das Team und seine Trainer werden das Handheld Algiz 7 Tablet PC während des Trainings und der Wettkämpfe für die Zeiterfassung und andere Dienste verwenden.


November 2012 | Algiz XRW product review - Part 2 of 2 | Visit page
Review by GeoConnexion International Magazine


October 2012 | Rugged Devices Foster Mobility | Visit page
RadioResource International, Quarter 4 2012 VOL. 26, No. 5


3. Oktober 2012 | Handheld stellt das Algiz 10X vor, ein robustes 10-Zoll-Tablet für die Benutzung im Freien | View full press release
Handheld Group, ein führender Hersteller robuster Mobilcomputer und Smartphones, gab heute die Veröffentlichung eines neuen robusten Mobilgeräts für Außendienstmitarbeiter bekannt, dem robusten Algiz 10X -Tablet. Das leistungsstarke Algiz 10X hält den extremsten Wetterbedingungen stand, und das 10,1 Zoll große Touchscreen-Display bietet die beste auf dem Markt erhältliche Bildschirmqualität.


September 2012 | Case Study: Building a Better Infrastructure With Mobile Solutions | Visit page
Stormwater Journal, September 2012


September 18, 2012 | Handheld führt das ultra-robuste Smartphone Nautiz X1 ein | View full press release
Handheld Group, ein schwedischer Hersteller von robusten Mobilcomputern, gab heute die Einführung seines ultra-robusten Smartphones Nautiz X 1 bekannt. Das Nautiz X1 ist das robusteste Smartphone der Welt - es ist wasserdicht, staubdicht und stoßfest - aber es ist auch leichtgewichtig, sehr schmal und elegant gestaltet und eignet sich sowohl für den Beruf als auch für die Freizeit.


August 15, 2012 | True mobility - the future of mobile computers is rugged - by Jerker Hellström, CEO, Handheld Group | View full press release
CEO Jerker Hellström outlines his vision about true mobility and the future of rugged mobile computers in an article that has been published in nearly 50 magazines and newspapers around the world, including Mobile World Magazine, Communications Technology, Manufacturing Business Technology, Developing Telecoms and Government Security News.


July 2012 | Case Study: Public Works Department Finds Multiple Uses For Mobile Technology | Visit page
Field Technologies Magazine, July 2012


June 28, 2012 | Handheld Rugged Mobile Devices Certified by Mobile Tornado "Push to Talk" Instant Communications | View full press release
Handheld Group, a rapidly growing manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile devices, announces Mobile Tornado instant talk, locate and alert certification on its range of mobile devices.


June 14, 2012 | Handheld on Top of the World | View full press release
The Algiz XRW ultra-rugged notebook from Handheld recently passed the ultimate endurance and performance test, serving as the computing and communication tool of choice for the French scientific North Pole 2012 Expedition. The expedition, that reached the geographic North Pole in April, spent three weeks living in tents as they collected scientific data.


June 2012 | New Algiz XRW product review - Part 1 of 2 | Download file
Review by GeoConnexion International Magazine


May 2012 | Case Study: The Benefits Of A Good Memory - And Rugged Performance | Visit page
Industrial Distribution News


May 22, 2012 | Handheld Group Appoints Nils Lennartsson as New Service and Support Manager | View full press release
The Handheld Group, a rapidly growing manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile devices, has appointed Nils Lennartsson as the new service and support manager.


May 2012 | Taking a walk along the bottom line - ROI Case Study | Visit page
GeoConnexion, Volume 11, Issue 5


April 26, 2012 | Algiz XRW in true test at the North Pole | Visit page
Handheld is sponsoring a north pole expedition


April 3, 2012 | Christopher Peskin New Chief Technology Officer with Handheld Group | View full press release
The Handheld Group, a rapidly growing manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile computers, has appointed Christopher Peskin as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Peskin brings more than 15 years of valuable industry experience to Handheld, from Hewlett Packard and Trimble.


March 29, 2012 | On board Puma's Mar Mostro | Visit page
Handheld is the Official Rugged Mobile Computer Supplying Sponsor of PUMA Ocean Racing


March 27, 2012 | Handheld Group Appoints Johan Hed as New Product Manager | View full press release
The Handheld Group, a rapidly growing manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile devices, has appointed Johan Hed as new product manager. The recruitment is part of Handheld's increased focus on new product development.


March 22, 2012 | Handheld's Ultra Rugged Algiz XRW Off to the North Pole | View full press release
The ultra-rugged notebook Algiz XRW by Handheld has been selected by the French scientific North Pole 2012 Expedition as their computing tool of choice for the five week long ski, foot and swimming expedition to the North Pole, starting today.


16 February 2012 | New Algiz XRW product review | Visit page
Review by Don Jewell, GPS World


January 112, 2012 | Handheld Expands in the UK | View full press release
The Handheld Group, manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile devices, continue their expansion with a new office in the UK. The new subsidiary, Handheld UK & Ireland Ltd, will cover the key UK and Irish markets and will enable Handheld, the fastest growing global manufacturer of rugged handheld devices, to support existing and new partners generate new business opportunities in the expanding UK market. The UK office is Handheld's fourth new subsidiary in the last 12 months.


January 2, 2012 | Handheld übernimmt TimbaTec und stärkt so seine Präsenz in Mitteleuropa | View full press release
Die Handheld Group, Hersteller von robusten PDAs und Mobilgeräten, stärkt mit der Übernahme der Hardwaresparte seines Vertriebspartners Latschbacher ihre Präsenz auf den wichtigen Märkten in Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz. Handheld ist der weltweit am schnellsten wachsende Hersteller mobiler Handgeräte und gewinnt für seine intelligent konstruierten und bahnbrechenden robusten Tablet-PCs, Laptops und PDAs schnell Marktanteile.


2011

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December 13, 2011 | Rugged Computer Specialist Handheld Group Named One of the Most Innovative Technology Companies in the World | View full press release
The Handheld Group, a fast growing manufacturer of smartly designed and cutting edge rugged notebooks, tablets and PDAs, has received the Red Herring Global 100 award. The honor recognizes the leading private companies from North America, Europe, and Asia, celebrating their innovations, technologies and business models across their respective industries. Handheld was the sole Swedish company among the hundred winners.


December 2011 | Rugged Technology for Outdoor Technicians | Visit page
Outside Plant magazine, December 2011


November 24, 2011 | Handheld Wins Prestigious Scandinavian Top Quality Company Award for Profitable and Rapid Growth, Sound Finances | View full press release
The Handheld Group, internationally famous supplier of probably the best rugged PDA's and devices on the market, has for the fourth year running been awarded "Gazelle" status as one of Sweden's fastest growing and profitable companies. Handheld celebrates a very successful year with new models launched, new international offices opened, and big tenders won.


November 2011 | The Right Information at the Right Time | Visit page
EMS World Magazine, November 2011


October 26, 2011 | Handheld Teams Up with PUMA for Volvo Ocean Race | View full press release
Handheld Group, a leading supplier of innovative and advanced rugged PDAs and devices, has teamed up with PUMA Ocean Racing for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012. As part of the sponsorship, the PUMA crew onboard PUMA's Mar Mostro (Monster of the Sea) will use Handheld's state-of-the-art and ultra-rugged tablet Algiz 7 on deck for everything from navigation to calculations and communication.


October 2011 | Handheld Technology Takes Functionality into the Field | Visit page
Utility Products Magazine, Volume 8, Issue 10


September 27, 2011 | Handheld's New Algiz XRW Rugged Notebook Now Available with Touchscreen | View full press release
The Algiz XRW rugged notebook now features a touchscreen that makes the 'best in class' computer even easier to use. The ultra-mobile Algiz XRW with its cutting edge technology and communication possibilities is the best value rugged notebook on the market.


September 2011 | Where are You Caller? | Visit page
GeoConnexion International Magazine, September 2011, Volume 10, Issue 8


September 2011 | Mobility helps city improve recycling program | Visit page
Field Technologies Magazine, September 2011


June 2011 | Executive Outlook: Finding Cost Efficiency Off The Shelf | Visit page
Field Technologies Magazine, June 2011


31 May 2011 | Handheld Group Selected as a Red Herring Top 100 Europe Tech Company | View full press release
Prestigious award recognizes the most innovative companies across Europe


May 2011 | Handheld System Makes Bylaw Enforcement and Asset Management Easier | Visit page
Government Buyer, Spring 2011


12 April 2011 | Handheld Group Wins Large Public Transportation Tender for Rugged PDAs | View full press release
Handheld will supply Netherlands Railways (NS) with more than 10,000 rugged handhelds for ticket control, travel information and support of workflow processes.


18 Mars 2011 | Handheld Group Appoints New Chief Financial Officer | Download file
Christer Florén, experienced at managing multinational finances, is announced as new CFO


10 February 2011 | Handheld Expands its Global Reach by Opening an Asia-Pacific Subsidiary in Sydney, Australia | Download file
The Handheld Group, a global supplier of rugged mobile computers, is taking advantage of opportunities for additional growth on the Asia-Pacific market by opening Handheld APAC Pty Ltd., in Sydney, Australia.


2010

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26 November 2010 | Handheld Group Ranked Number 340 Fastest Growing Technology Company on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 EMEA 2010. | View full press release
Handheld Group attributes its 535 percent revenue growth to innovative product development and extremely hard work throughout the organization.


16 November 2010 | Handheld Wins Third Consecutive "Gazelle Company" Award, Recognizing Continued Annual Sales Growth | View full press release
Since 2000, Dagens Industri (DI), the leading Nordic business magazine, has named the fastest-growing companies in Sweden as "Gazelle companies". Despite economic turmoil and a challenging sales environment, Handheld has made the list again in 2010 - the third consecutive year it has met the award's standards for growth.


3 November 2010 | Handheld Selected as One of Sweden's Fastest-growing Technology Companies | View full press release
The Handheld Group has been chosen by Deloitte to receive the Sweden Technology Fast 50 award as one of the most rapidly growing technology companies in the country.


27 October 2010 | Handheld Awarded "Super Company" For the Third Consecutive Year | View full press release
The Handheld Group has been named one of this year's Super Companies by the Swedish business magazine "Veckans Affärer". It is the third consecutive year that the Handheld Group has received the prestigious award.


5 October 2010 | Handheld Nautiz X3 Takes Rugged Handheld Computing to its Smallest, Lightest and Most Mobile Form | Download file
Nautiz X3 is a state-of-the-art PDA for field workers who need an ultra-lightweight but full-featured mobile work tool


14 September 2010 | New Algiz XRW Rugged Notebook from Handheld Redefines the World of Rugged Mobile Computing | Download file
The Algiz XRW notebook features cutting edge technology and communication possibilities in an ultra-mobile form factor, at best value available on the market.


7 September 2010 | Handheld announces the New Nautiz eTicket Pro | Download file
The new Nautiz eTicket Pro®, is designed for transactions and ticket validations. It incorporates a smart card reader that complies with the latest e-ticketing requirements in public transportation.


31 August 2010 | Handheld Upgrades the Algiz 8 Tablet PC | Download file
The Algiz 8 tablet from Handheld gets a major upgrade, with Windows 7 operation system and a faster processor.


26 August 2010 | Handheld Group Receives ISO Certifications | Download file
Handheld receives ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certificates for Quality and Environmental Management standards from ISO, the International Organization for Standardization


26 July 2010 | The European Athletics Championships is Controlled by Handhelds Nautiz X5 | Download file
Handheld has been selected to provide handheld computers for the European Athletics Championships in Barcelona.


29 June 2010 | Handheld Bolsters Management Team with Appointment of New Vice President of Business Development | Download file
Handheld Group today announced the appointment of Mike Zelman as new Vice President of Business Development.


28 June 2010 | Handheld launches new "no questions asked" service option - MaxCare Premium | Download file
Handheld Group today announced the new MaxCare Premium option to its comprehensive MaxCare service offering.


28 April 2010 | Handheld opens new worldwide Software Support Centre | Download file
Handheld Group, supplier of rugged mobile computers, announced today the opening of a new Software Support Centre in order to further increase its global customer service.


11 February 2010 | Handheld and IPWireless Sign Strategic Partnership for Public Safety & Government Market | Download file
Handheld and IPWireless Sign Strategic Partnership for Public Safety & Government Market


9 February 2010 | New Algiz 7 rugged tablet from Handheld offers ultra-mobile ruggedness | Download file
New Algiz 7 rugged tablet from Handheld offers ultra-mobile ruggedness


28 january 2010 | End of life Recon 200 MHz version
We hereby announce that the Recon 200 MHz version is end of life and that it is no longer available for purchase. The Recon 400 is available and will continue to be so.


2009

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24 november 2009 | Handheld named Gazelle company again | Download file
Since 2000, Dagens Industri (DI), the leading business magazine in the Nordic countries, has been designating the fastest growing companies in Sweden as "Gazelle companies".


27 October 2009 | Handheld starts International Management Trainee Programme | Download file
The Handheld Group announces the start of an International Management Trainee Programme. The trainee programme is designed in co-operation with ITM Worldwide Foundation and will give the trainee a thorough education and good insight in the business and the market.


14 October 2009 | Handheld now offers the ultra-rugged TDS Yuma tablet PC | Visit page
Handheld now offers the ultra-rugged TDS Yuma tablet PC


8 October 2009 | Handheld awarded "SUPERCOMPANY" of the year for second consecutive year | Download file
The Handheld group has been named one of this year's Supercompanies by the Swedish business magazine "Veckans Affärer". This is the second year in a row that the Handheld Group has been awarded the prestigious price.


22 September 2009 | Handheld launches new Kenaz DGPS receiver for the Nautiz X7 ultra-rugged PDA | Download file
Hemisphere GPS and Handheld jointly introduced a new Kenaz GPS receiver today from the InterGeo Conference in Karlsruhe, Germany. This product marks the start of a strategic partnership between Handheld and Hemisphere GPS. Hemisphere GPS customized the Kenaz DGPS receiver specifically for the Handheld Nautiz X7 ultra-rugged PDA.


10 September 2009 | Handheld Group expands its reach into Australia | Download file
Handheld today announced its continued global expansion by joining forces with Australian based distributor, AvanTEC Pty Ltd


8 September 2009 | Handheld launches the all new ultra-rugged PDA Nautiz X7 | Download file
Handheld announced today the worldwide premier of the ultra-rugged Nautiz X7 PDA. The IP67 rated Nautiz X7 is a one of a kind ultra-rugged PDA with a lightning fast processor and more advanced integrated features than any ultra -rugged product on the market.


7 September 2009 | The Handheld Group and Getac Technology Corporation enters into strategic partnership | Download file
The Handheld Group and Getac Technology Corporation jointly announced today the beginning of a strategic partnership to expand rugged handheld business. This partnership will see co-branded products to be sold through Handheld's extensive network of 250 authorised partners worldwide.


19 May 2009 | New Nautiz eTicket™ Rugged PDA from Handheld Gives Public Transportation Advanced Electronic Ticketing Capabilities | Download file
Handheld today announced the Nautiz eTicket™, a new version of the versatile rugged mobile computer Nautiz X5™, designed especially for transactions and ticket validations in the public transport sector.


4 March 2009 | Handheld announces major upgrade of the Algiz 8 | Download file
The hugely successful tablet PC Algiz 8 from handheld received some major upgrades.


3 March 2009 | Worldwide premier for the new NAUTIZ X5 rugged PDA from Handheld | Download file
Handheld Europe today launches the all new Nautiz X5 rugged PDA at CeBit in Hannover.


24 February 2009 | Handheld expands on the Benelux market | Download file
The Handheld Group maintains its strong expansion path with yet another new subsidiary


2008

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9 December 2008 | Handheld Europe adds Imager Option to M3 Mobile Rugged Handheld PDA | Download file
Rugged mobile computer now reads 2-D barcodes and postal codes


18 November 2008 | Handheld was given the title "Gazelle Company" by the Swedish business daily Dagens Industri! | Download file
Dagens Industri (DI) is the leading business magazine in the Nordic area and its web site has been chosen the best online business news site in Sweden every year for the past 8 years by business professionals.


27 October 2008 | Handheld launches high precision GPS Kenaz | Download file
Accessory for the TDS Recon and Nomad allows high accuracy, differentially corrected GPS mapping while retaining tough rugged specifications


24 October 2008 | Veckans Affärer names HANDHELD one of the "SUPERCOMPANIES" of the year! | Download file
The Handheld group has been named one of this year's Supercompanies by the Swedish business magazine "Veckans Affärer".


8 July 2008 | Handheld Europe Introduces Algiz 10 Rugged Tablet Computer | Download file
Versatile tablet computer offers perfect combination of light weight and large screen size


1 July 2008 | Handheld expands to the Italian market | Download file
The Handheld Group continues its rapid expansion with yet another new subsidiary.


27 June 2008 | Handheld introduces MaxCare Service plan | Download file
Handheld today introduced the MaxCare service plan.


23 May 2008 | Handheld expands into Latin America | Download file
Handheld today announced its continued global expansion by joining forces with Latin America distributor, SC Technologies.


16 April 2008 | Handheld expands into the US Market | Download file
European distributor of rugged handheld computers creates subsidiary focused on North America


4 March 2008 | Handheld Europe launches the new M3 Mobile at CeBIT | Download file
Handheld Europe is now introducing the new super slim and rugged PDA M3 Mobile.


2007

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23 November 2007 | Handheld signs agreement with SJ | Download file
Handheld Scandinavia AB has signed an agreement with SJ (Swedish Rail) for delivery of mobile computers for all of SJ's train conductors.


21 November 2007 | Handheld Europe launches the new M3 eTicket | Download file
Handheld Europe today announces the M3 eTicket™, a new version of the versatile M3+ designed especially for payment transactions and ticket validations in the public transport sector.


8 November 2007 | Handheld has been selected Growth Company of the year! | Download file
The Handheld Group has been selected Growth Company of the year in its region of Sweden.