Getac Leads the Way in Bringing LiFi to Next- Generation Rugged Devices
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LiFi Rugged Devices
Getac announced on their website the successful integration of LiFi technology into its next-generation rugged devices in collaboration with Signify.
Getac has long been at the forefront of integrating LiFi technology into rugged devices, being the first to engineer products compatible with external LiFi dongles. Now, the company is pioneering the full embedding of LiFi into its rugged offerings through an innovative collaboration with Signify, global leaders in lighting and LiFi solutions.
As members of the Light Communication Alliance, Getac and Signify are united in advancing LiFi through an ecosystem approach. By combining Signify's Trulifi system with Getac's famously rugged devices, the partners aim to unlock new possibilities across industries where security, speed, and resilience are paramount.
With LiFi's lightning-fast speeds, unparalleled security, and reliable connectivity in RF-denied areas, these integrated solutions promise a bright future for sectors from defense to manufacturing. Getac will soon announce details on which devices will feature embedded LiFi and their commercial availability.
"Getac has long seen the immense potential for LiFi to revolutionize connectivity and communication across industries," said Amanda Ward, EMEA Senior Director of Technology & Services at Getac. "Through collaborating with Signify, we are fully committed to developing and integrating innovative rugged LiFi solutions that will empower our customers to realize this potential."
Mark Gunther, Global Segment Leader for LiFi Systems at Signify, added: "Some of the most transformative LiFi applications are in challenging environments where rugged devices are essential. As a renowned rugged computing leader and fellow LCA member, Getac is the perfect partner to help us harness the power of light to deliver brighter, more connected futures."
Getac
Since 1989, Getac has been manufacturing rugged computers for some of the most demanding users in some of the most demanding environments. As one of the leading rugged computer manufacturers, Getac offers the most extensive rugged computing product lines including notebooks, tablets and handheld computers. As one of the leading rugged computer providers, Getac offers extensive rugged computing product lines including laptops, tablets computers. Getac serves a wide range of vertical markets including military & defence, law enforcement, public safety, emergency services, utility, natural resources, oil and gas, telecommunications, transportation and industrial manufacturing.
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Signify
Signify is the new brand name of Philips Lighting. The name change occurred in March 2018 to represent the transformation from an analogue lighting company into digital lighting and Internet of Things (IoT) company. Signify is the world leader in lighting for professionals, consumers and lighting for the Internet of Things. The company provides lighting solutions for professional segments such as automotive, healthcare, horticulture, office, outdoor, phototherapy, petrol stations, solar, purification, schools, fashion, cinema, and more. These lighting solutions include indoor and outdoor luminaires, lamps, electronics, lighting controls, lighting control software, IoT systems and platforms.
