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In addition to all these, the new Toughbook computer brings an integrated RFID reader, Bluetooth 2.0, wireless module with draft N support, a built-in 2MP camera with auto-focus and dual LED lights, a barcode reader, and contactless smart card reader and fingerprint readers.
For the design, Panasonic chose a fanless system to reduce germs, sealed buttons, gapless LCD display, no exposed ports, and a special software tool that can be set to remind users to clean the tablet at specific time intervals.

Tests results demonstrated that the Panasonic Toughbook H1 can withstand 3-foot drops and is water and dust resistant. It comes with a 3-year warranty.

It will be available on the market at the beginning of 2009 at a street price of $2,999 with Windows Vista Business with Service Pack 1, the 1.86GHz Intel Atom processor, 1GB RAM memory, 80GB shock-mounted hard drive, integrated docking connector, GPS receiver, and the 10.4-inch 500-nit touchscreen display with 1024 x 768 resolution, all weighting 3.4lbs.