tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-371945802024-02-20T05:17:12.958-05:00John Hill Talks TabletsAs the CEO and owner of Allegiance Tablet PC Experts, a leading tablet solutions provider, I get to talk with many people about the good and bad of tablet PCs. This blog will let me share some of my opinions about where the technology is and where it is going. At Allegiance Tablet PC Experts, our reputation is for giving our honest opinion about the best hardware and software based solely on how a customer is going to use their tablet.John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.comBlogger136125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-26790752578775607102015-02-23T14:18:00.002-05:002015-02-23T14:19:34.061-05:00GPS and "dead reckoning"<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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We are frequently asked how well the Motion Computing tablets' GPS performs when mounted in apparatus or when leaving the station. The concern is that it will take too much time for the GPS to acquire a signal from the satellites before allowing the driver/officer to map a route to the emergency.
With almost all modern GPS John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-91983491859496368072015-01-23T10:24:00.000-05:002015-01-23T10:24:10.152-05:00Pennsburg Borough Emergency Management gets their Motion Computing R12 Tablet!<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-27505799232191632852015-01-02T09:47:00.000-05:002015-01-02T09:48:18.012-05:00Keep your New Year resolution to make more money by eliminating paperwork problemsWelcome to 2015! I'm sure you have made some New Year resolutions for your business. If one of them is to reduce expenses by eliminating redundant paperwork, Toolbox Forms can help. Our electronic form software allows your field workers to capture information for Inspections, Work Orders and Service Reports onto a tablet. That information is sent directly to the office John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-67552277423070059572014-11-11T14:19:00.001-05:002014-11-11T14:19:11.808-05:00Motion Computing CL920<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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Announcing the release of the Motion Computing CL920 Tablet
Rugged, Lightweight, Connected and Ready for Business
Reduce downtime and increase productivity overnight. Our sleek new CL920 Rugged Platform is a giant leap forward in our CL-Series with faster processing power, enhanced connectivity, increased durability and superior John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-25795047042512892122014-10-16T09:18:00.000-04:002014-10-16T09:18:53.864-04:00Go Paperless with ToolboxForms<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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North America's Largest Tank Trailer Manufacturer Goes Paperless with ToolboxForms #DigitalFormSoftware
About ToolboxForms
ToolboxForms is the software division of Allegiance Technology. In business since 2002, Allegiance Technology is a leader in the development of custom electronic forms solutions for wide-ranging industriesJohn Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-23730762060852431202014-08-21T11:12:00.002-04:002014-10-16T09:19:45.324-04:00R12 vs F5<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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You heard it here, we're heading to New Orleans in a little over a month from now and we'll be showcasing two of our favorite rugged tablets: the R12 and the F5. Now while they both have their own awesome features, you may be wondering what is the difference between the two?
 John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-88336753086638151022014-08-11T16:13:00.003-04:002014-08-11T16:21:33.285-04:00 Next Month, We're Heading to New Orleans!<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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In a little over a month, we will be heading to New Orleans for the annual four-day FIREHOUSE Software Education and Training Seminar (FHETS) event. We had a great time last year talking to fire department officials about the benefits of switching from paper to tablet PCs. This year, we'll be showcasing Motion's most recent rugged John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-24216063575849861092014-05-12T11:48:00.000-04:002014-05-12T11:48:01.070-04:00Allegiance Technology Partners Recognized As A Trendsetter!<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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A few weeks ago, members of the Allegiance Technology Team traveled to Motion Computing's headquarters for a very special recognition. John Hill, CEO of Allegiance Technology Partners, received the 2013 Motion Computing Trendsetter Award for being an outstanding and leading partner of Motion Computing.
Visit our website: John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-55450581765504309962014-04-02T10:00:00.000-04:002014-04-02T10:00:02.061-04:00Clay Fire Territory Can't Get Enough of Our Motion Tablets!Allegiance Technology met with Clay Fire Territory at the Firehouse Show back in 2012. After purchasing their first Motion Computing J3600 tablet PC this past November, they decided to go ahead and order 4 more to equip all of their vehicles. Congratulations Clay Fire Territory!
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Since 2001, Motion Computing has been a leading global provider of mobility solutions for business. Our In-Vehicle Solution was built after years of experience successfully designing rugged tablets and accessories for the field service industry.
Motion's In-Vehicle Solution includes a range of docks, mounting devices and computing John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-1005464883096606642014-02-26T12:52:00.004-05:002014-02-26T12:52:48.510-05:00First Priority Purchases Their FIRST Tablet PC<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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Congratulations to First Priority Emergency Vehicles for purchasing their FIRST Motion Computing Tablet PC - the F5te - and deciding to start their process of going PAPERLESS at their company!
First Priority Emergency Vehicles is a supplier of new or pre-owned ambulances, fire fighting apparatus, rescue, or firstJohn Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-89148870547095650002014-02-11T13:34:00.002-05:002014-02-11T13:34:32.889-05:00PECO Field Techs Train with Motion Computing Tablets!<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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Our friends at PECO use our Motion Computing F5t tablets to test their field workers in order to evaluate how each field tech would perform in real life conditions. Supplied with their own software, they use the inkable pens to check off on their paperless form what each trainee does correctly and incorrectly. These thingsJohn Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-84075143202445590042014-01-15T12:04:00.000-05:002014-01-15T12:04:27.829-05:00Taft Engineering Goes Mobile!<!-- AddThis Button BEGIN -->
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Case Study on Taft Engineering
"Overall, the systems has proven to be an extraordinary asset to the company and our day-to-day operations."
-Cory Hesterwerth, Product Support Manager
Taft Engineering Company Profile
Headquartered in Centennial, Colorado since 1998, Taft Engineering is a rapidly growing company that was havingJohn Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-83665197638866401382014-01-10T11:59:00.001-05:002014-01-10T11:59:10.337-05:00Motion Computing tablet survives Polar Vortex!What happens when a polar vortex descends on the United States?
We freeze a Motion Computing tablet of course!
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Congratulations to Johnson County (KS) Fire Dept. on their purchase of two Motion Computing J3500 Tablet PCs for use in their Engine and Quint.
Their Assistant Chief, Andy, met us at the 2013 FHETS and arranged to get a demo unit. The demo went very well and they bought two units in December and will purchase 7 more in 2014. Thanks for choosing Allegiance Technology!
To learn how your John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-62424021439709988732013-08-21T13:56:00.001-04:002013-08-21T14:00:27.476-04:00Pekin Police Dept. chooses Motion Computing tablets from Allegiance Technology
Allegiance Technology is proud to announce that the Pekin (IL) Police Department has taken delivery of twenty-two Motion Computing J3500 Tablet PCs for use in their cruisers. They have also purchased Vehicle Docks made by RAM Mounts for mounting the tablets safely in the cars. After considerable testing, Pekin Police chose the Motion Computing J3500 over a Dell laptop and a DataJohn Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-2699837444157377922012-10-03T08:49:00.000-04:002012-10-03T08:49:37.828-04:00TabletKiosk Debuts New 7” Business Ultra-Mobile Tablet PC
TabletKiosk Debuts New 7”
Business Ultra-Mobile Tablet PC
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Generation, 7” Ultra-Mobile Tablet PC offers enterprise-class computing with
dual digitizer and multi-touch input, enhanced data security and desktop
compatibility running Windows® Professional or Linux Operating
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LAS VEGAS, NV – Global Gaming Expo, October 2,
2012 — TabletKiosk®,
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CA based John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-28051924310524129242012-06-12T16:55:00.003-04:002012-06-12T16:55:14.841-04:00HOT NEW Tablet PC: Lenovo X230TLenovo recently announced the latest generation of their convertible Tablet PC, the Lenovo X230T. Featuring a faster Intel Core i7 processor (running at a zippy 2.9GHz), optional outdoor viewable display with Gorilla Glass, Dolby speakers and a 720p webcam and much more.
You can see more information and all the features here.
John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-88339078759125826532012-04-10T10:25:00.000-04:002012-04-10T10:25:47.169-04:00Tablet PC Case Study: Blasting Solutions realizes 75% time savings over paper formsWe recently completed a case study with our client Blasting Solutions, Inc. They use controlled detonation of explosives to deslag large boilers. Before they implemented our solution, they spent several days assembling all the paperwork for their Job Book. Now, the entire process just takes a few hours. You can read the full case study here.
John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-25436392688427485202012-01-16T09:57:00.000-05:002012-01-16T09:57:11.430-05:00Capture video using the Motion CL900You can use the documentation (rear facing) camera of the Motion Computing CL900 to capture video. This can be useful for field service people to document problems or completed installations. Inspectors can use it to show issues and provide additional documentation for an inspection form.
I downloaded free software from NCH Software which let me setup this functionality in just minutes. You John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-33956399392971007622011-09-02T16:03:00.001-04:002011-09-02T16:04:25.485-04:00Hazardous Materials Inspection form using Active Ink electronic forms softwareAllegiance Technology creates solutions that enable organization to save time and money using electronic forms and tablet computers.
We recently created this Hazardous Materials Inspection Form using Active Ink software. If you want this form or another type of form, please contact us at 215-441-5580 or visit us at www.alltp.com.
John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-34623313365046748012011-07-29T10:12:00.000-04:002011-07-29T10:12:32.256-04:00Getting pictures into your slate Tablet PC without a tetherThis product suggestion comes from one of our customers that uses tablets to document building conditions while rappelling from ropes. Because their work requires a higher level of photo detail than can be found in a Tablet PC, they need to use a 12MP digital camera. When you are hanging 15 stories about the street, tethering your camera or transferring an SD card isn't really a practical John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-32863944052424609132011-07-20T14:43:00.000-04:002011-07-20T14:43:41.152-04:00Motion CL900 BIOS and driver updatesMotion Computing has released a few updates for the CL900 Tablet PC. These include a BIOS updated (dated 7/18/11), an Intel Graphics driver update which promises faster Adobe Flash Player results and an update to the Gobi WWAN.
You can find all the information on the Motion Computing CL900 support area of their website.
If you want to watch a video about the CL900 and see all the available John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-89391796415553908082011-07-15T10:19:00.001-04:002011-07-15T10:20:47.365-04:00Enable Motion F5 and F5v camera to take pictures while in portrait modeRecently, a customer asked how they could take pictures while in portrait mode. By default, the Motion C5, F5, C5v and F5v don't automatically rotate the camera when the display is rotated. Interestingly, this is easy to do but comes disabled by default.
Here is what you do:
Go to Start-->All Programs-->Intel (folder)-->MCA Platform Drive (folder)-->MCA Configuration Editor
Then, on the leftJohn Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37194580.post-83497728167372468662011-07-15T09:34:00.000-04:002011-07-15T09:34:51.085-04:00Motion J3500 Tablet PC now available with Core i3 processorMotion Computing recently announced that their popular J3500 Tablet PC is now available with a Core i3 processor. Many businesses that want to use tablets don't need the power and associated expense of a high end unit. For EMR, filling out forms and email/web use, a Core i3 processor is enough power to do all their work.
Starting at just $1,799, you can purchase a semi-rugged, full function John Hillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07279319956246529011noreply@blogger.com0