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22nd Annual GCN Rugged Devices Awards
October 2009

"Panasonic has pretty much set the standard for rugged equipment, and the Toughbook 30 rugged laptop PC is a perfect example of why."
-GCN reviewer, John Breeden II

Government Computer News awarded the Toughbook 30 mobile computer its top ratings for ruggedness, performance and features. The rugged laptop was praised for its long battery life, fast processor, and extremely rugged durability. GCN is administered by 1105 Government Information Group, a leading provider of integrated information and media for the government information technology market.

Business Solutions
Best Channel Products 2009
September 2009

Panasonic Toughbook 19 was named a "Best Product" in the Rugged Notebooks category by Business Solutions magazine. The publication highlighted the product’s reliability, durability and functionality in the field. The results were determined by 19,833 votes from 2,186 unique reseller subscribers.

JEMS Magazine
EMS Today 2009 Hot Products
June 2009

The first fully-rugged mobile clinical assistant (MCA), Panasonic Toughbook H1, was named one of the Hot Products from the 2009 EMS Today Conference & Exposition. The Toughbook H1 redefines performance and functionality for the MCA category with a six-hour battery life, dual hot-swappable batteries, standard daylight viewable screen and integrated Gobi™ technology in a sealed and easily sanitized package.

Administered by JEMS Magazine, the Hot Products are peer-chosen awards given to the 30 most innovative new products in the EMS market. The selections are profiled in the June 2009 issue of JEMS.

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LAPTOP Magazine
Editors' Choice Award
April 2009

Awarded four stars out of five, the Panasonic Toughbook 19 was named LAPTOP Magazine's "Editor’s Choice." The Toughbook 19 was noted for its fast performance, eight hours of battery life, bright touchscreen display, water and vibration resistance, Intel® vPro™ technology for remote management, Computrace® theft protection, and optional fingerprint and smart card readers.

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and is the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.


LAPTOP Magazine
Editors' Choice Award
September 2008

Offering a fully-rugged design and more than six hours of battery life, the Toughbook 30 earned four out of five stars and was named an Editor's Choice by LAPTOP magazine. With its ability to withstand the harshest conditions, including repeated three-foot-drop tests, the Toughbook 30 was praised for its daylight-readable screen and state-of-the-art security features.

As the leading mobile-technology magazine, LAPTOP delivers in-depth reviews of the hottest mobile products, including notebooks, cell phones, handhelds, Wi-Fi, digital cameras, projectors and accessories. In addition, the magazine's experienced editors and industry leaders provide exclusive insights into what's next in technology.


LAPTOP Magazine
Editors' Choice Award
March 2007

Four out of five-star review of Panasonic's CF-W5 Toughbook, naming it "Editor's Choice" and featuring commentary about its mobile broadband (WWAN) delivery via Sprint's EV-DO Rev. A network, weight, well-placed optical drive, magnesium-alloy shell and shock-mounted hard drive.

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.


LAPTOP Magazine
Editors' Choice Award
December 2006

Four and a half out of five-star review of Panasonic's CF-W5, naming it "Editor's Choice" and featuring commentary about its matte-silver finish, super-light weight, and pop-up optical drive.

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.


LAPTOP Magazine
Editors' Choice Award
April 2004

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.

CTIA
E-Tech Award
March 2009

A panel of industry judges named the Panasonic Toughbook H1 second-place winner of the 2009 CTIA Emerging Technology (E-Tech) Award in the Enterprise & Vertical Market Solution, Healthcare category. The Toughbook H1 is the first fully-rugged mobile clinical assistant (MCA) and the first device of its kind to integrate the low-power Intel® Atom™ processor. The Toughbook H1 redefines performance and functionality for the MCA category with a six-hour battery life, dual hot-swappable batteries, standard daylight viewable screen and integrated Gobi™ technology in a sealed and easily sanitized package.

Created in 2006, The CTIA Emerging Technology (E-Tech) Awards program is designed to give industry recognition and exposure to the best wireless products and services in the areas of consumer, enterprise and network technology. Each year, more than 250 applications are submitted and reviewed by a panel of recognized members of the media, industry analysts and executives. Products are judged on innovation, functionality, technological importance, implementation and overall "wow" factor.

Frost & Sullivan
2009 Global Market Engineering Award for Product Innovation
May 2009

Winner of the 2009 Global Market Engineering Award for Product Innovation, the Panasonic Toughbook U1 redefines handheld computing with its optimal combination of strength, speed and size. According to Frost & Sullivan, "There is currently no better device to handle the rigors of field work. It is small enough to go virtually unnoticed when not in use, yet has the integrated features, connectivity, durability, and processing power to improve productivity for nearly every enterprise worker, no matter how far off the beaten path they find themselves."

LAPTOP Magazine
Ultimate Choice Award
Summer 2008

The Panasonic Toughbook 52 was honored with LAPTOP Magazine's Ultimate Choice Award in summer 2008. After testing and evaluating a range of mobile technology products, LAPTOP chose the Toughbook based upon its design, ease of use, features, performance and overall value. The Toughbook 52 was praised for its durable magnesium-alloy case and shock-mounted hard drive, as well as its embedded wireless and reliable performance.

Newport's roadSTAR Magazine
MVP Award
December 2007

The Panasonic Toughbook 52, a semi-rugged, wireless-ready desktop replacement notebook was chosen for the RoadStar Most Valuable Product award. The Toughbook 52 was selected for its unique combination of features, including the spill-resistant keyboard, widescreen, flexible internal connectors, and shock-mounted hard drive.

RoadStar's Most Valuable Products awards showcase the editors' picks of the best new product introductions of the year. The winners were selected from hundreds of new product articles appearing in the magazine, at www.truckinginfo.com and in the Internet-delivered New Product News magazine. They were judged on their ability to make a driver's life safer, more comfortable or more convenient.

CRN - ChannelWeb Network
Tough Notebook Challenge Award
October 2007

The Panasonic Toughbook Y5 laptop computer was victorious in ChannelWeb Network's Tough Notebook Challenge. Pitted against three opponents (laptops from Toshiba, Acer, and Dell), the Toughbook Y5 entered four challenges designed to simulate potential office mishaps where a laptop may be damaged. The Toughbook Y5 excelled in each test, earning a champion title from the ChannelWeb Network.

Law Officer Magazine
Gold Badge of Service Award
September 2007

Law Officer Magazine awarded Panasonic Toughbook their "Gold Badge of Service" award, an annual distinction recognizing the company that best demonstrates a model of commitment and service to the public safety community. Dale Stockton, editor-in-chief of Law Officer magazine noted, "I've been extremely impressed by the level of commitment to public safety the Panasonic folks have repeatedly demonstrated." Dale presented the award during the International Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Conference in New Orleans.

Frost & Sullivan
North American Mobility Award
September 2007

Panasonic's semi-rugged Toughbook 74 was honored by Frost & Sullivan with the 2007 North American Mobility Award in the Ruggedized Laptop category. The Mobility Award for Ruggedized Laptop in the world mobile computing market is given each year to the company that has emerged as the dominant force in terms of driving both mindshare and market share.

Frost & Sullivan's mission is to research and analyze new market opportunities for corporate growth. They are considered a world leader in growth consulting and the integrated areas of technology research, market research, economic research, corporate best practices, training, customer research, competitive intelligence and corporate strategy.

LAPTOP Magazine
Ultimate Choice Award
July 2007

The Panasonic Toughbook W5 was awarded LAPTOP's 2007 Ultimate Choice Award in the Ultimate Ultraportables category.


LAPTOP Magazine
Ultimate Choice Award
July 2007

The Panasonic Toughbook 74 was awarded LAPTOP's 2007 Ultimate Choice Award in the Ultimate Semi-Rugged category.

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.

Mobile PC Magazine
Mobile Choice Award
February 2005

Mobile PC is an independent guide to personal computing and the Internet. Mobile PC tests and reviews products and report fairly and objectively on the results.

Presentations Magazine
Standing Ovation Award
January 2005

Presentations Magazine's prestigious Standing Ovation award was bestowed on the Toughbook 51 with the accolade, "Built to handle the hazards of travel and everyday use ... a capable road warrior presentation companion that's easy on the shoulder."

Presentations Magazine is designed as a comprehensive presenter's resource providing instant access to up-to-date information on technology and techniques for effective communication.

LAPTOP Magazine
Best Notebooks of the Year Award
December 2004

The Panasonic Toughbook-Y2 was selected as one of LAPTOP's top ten favorite notebooks of 2006.

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.

Mobile Village
Mobile Star Award
September 2004

Panasonic Toughbook-18, Toughbook-29, and Toughbook-W2 were selected by MediaVillage subscribers as three of their favorite products in 2004.

MobileVillage / PDA Inc., is a market and solution development company dedicated to advancing mobile and wireless enterprise computing within select vertical and horizontal market segments. MobileVillage accomplishes this by fostering technical and professional alliances through live and online conferences, news, education and "Best of Breed" solution identification, creation, management and delivery.

LAPTOP Magazine
Hot Pick Award
November 2004, September 2004, December 2003

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.

Pen Computing
Editor's Choice Award
September 2004, July 2003

Panasonic was awarded the Pen Computing Editor's Choice award for the Toughbook 18, 29, 73, P1 and T2, for offering, in Pen Computing Magazine's opinion, the best, or among the best, for their intended purpose in the laptop class.

Pen Computing provides a massive archive of mobile technology reviews, white papers, case studies, hardware, software and technology reviews. The publication covers all mobile platforms including smartphones, pocket PCs and palms, tablet PCs and slates/tablets of any kind.

FOSE
Best New Technology Award
April 2004

FOSE is an event serving the government technology market. The event's attendees include federal civilian and defense, state and local government professionals, international attendees, as well as suppliers to the government and business/industry professionals interested in IT.

BusinessWeek
IDEA Silver Award for Design Excellence
2004

BusinessWeek examines broad industry trends, dramatic company and business events, new and interesting technologies and business personalities. Coverage includes company and industry profiles, the effects of regulatory moves on business, the business of technology and trend stories affecting employees, managers and consumers.

VARBusiness
Technology Innovator Award
December 2003

VARBusiness is written covers analysis of strategic technologies, management-related issues, customer experiences and high value solutions while anticipating trends and delivering critical research executives can leverage for a competitive advantage. It provides value-added resellers, Internet service providers, integrators, developers, consultants and e-commerce and e-solutions providers with the latest news, business and service information.

Government Computer News
'A' Box Score Award
October 2003

GCN is a resource serving the specific information needs of management who specify and buy information technology for federal and state/local governments.

CNET
Editors' Choice Award
October 2003

Panasonic was awarded the CNET Editors' Choice award for the Toughbook W2, for high quality, design, and service to users.

CNET explores the possibilities of how technology can enhance and enrich one's life. The outlet provides information, tools, and advice to help users get the most out of their technology. Each month, millions of people visit CNET to read the latest news and unbiased reviews, watch videos that demystify technology, listen to podcasts, download software, music, and games, post opinions about the technology and the consumer electronics they live with every day, learn from an objective source about the products and the technologies that are right for them.

LAPTOP Magazine
Best Buy Award
April 2003

LAPTOP provides information, advice and insights that enable readers to thrive in a wireless world. LAPTOP serves as a leading source of mobile technology information and the essential guide for both mobile professionals and tech-savvy consumers who want to make informed buying decisions and stay connected and entertained on the go.

FOSE
Best in Show Award
March 2003

FOSE is an event serving the government technology market. The event's attendees include federal civilian and defense, state and local government professionals, international attendees, as well as suppliers to the government and business/industry professionals interested in IT.

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