NEC LifeTouch Series Overview

Smart devices
Overview of "LifeTouch" Series Android Tablets
OHNUKI Takashi, HANAOKA Taira, ENOMOTO Koji, HONDA Kotaro
Abstract
The "LifeTouch" tablet series can be used easily, featuring a lightweight body, touch panel and Android OS. Advan-
tages include providing the necessary security functions for business use and supporting for customizations such as
the addition of other functions or a batch default setup.
Three products have been produced according to the different usage scenes. The "LifeTouch L," which comes with
a large 10.1-inch LCD screen, features a thin and lightweight body, it measures 7.99 mm thick and weighs just 540
g. The "LifeTouch B" has a 7-inch screen and can be held with one hand, it is waterproof and could be utilized in
various business fields. The "LifeTouch W" features a book-style dual screen, which is adaptable for unique usage
scenes.
Keywords
1. Introduction
The "LifeTouch" series of tablets are smart devices that can
be used easily, featuring a lightweight body, long battery op-
eration and touch panel, as well as offering the intuitive oper-
ation of the Android OS.
These LifeTouch tablets are intended for business uses such
as mobile work, presentations, industrial applications in man-
ufacturing plants and also provide services to corporations as
dedicated terminals. The LifeTouch tablets are different from
ordinary tablets available on the market as they provide addi-
tional functions, such as security and communication func-
tions necessary for commercial applications in a business
environment. They also support group automated installation,
as well as respond to customization requirements, which are
different for each business.
The LifeTouch tablet series product lineup includes three
products that can be selected according to the usage style. The
first one is the "LifeTouch L" tablet that features a 10.1-inch
LCD, intended for mobile work or presentations, thanks to the
visibility of its large screen with a wide viewing angle and su-
perior operability. The second one is the "LifeTouch B" tab-
let with a 7-inch LCD that can be held in one hand and features
both superior visible and portable size. It is waterproof and
dustproof, making it suitable for use outside offices or in man-
ufacturing plants. The third one is the "LifeTouch W" book-
LifeTouch, tablet, security, customization, thin and lightweight
Android, touch panel, dual screen
style tablet that features two display screens, which can be
folded and carried around just like a notepad or a book.
The concept and features of the respective LifeTouch prod-
ucts are introduced in this paper.
2. "LifeTouch L" Model for Business Features Large and
Easily Visible Screen
2.1 Product Concept
The LifeTouch L business model ( Photo 1 ) is a smart
Photo 1 LifeTouch L.
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