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Handheld Group adds e-ticketing capabilities to android rugged tablet

Swedish rugged mobile computer manufacturer Handheld Group has introduced the Algiz RT7 eTicket an Android tablet which includes a specialised RFID reader, making it suitable for mobile ticketing applications.
September 16, 2016 Read time: 1 min

Swedish rugged mobile computer manufacturer 758 Handheld Group has introduced the Algiz RT7 eTicket an Android tablet which includes a specialised RFID reader, making it suitable for mobile ticketing applications.

The integrated Arcontia smart card reader enables the Algiz RT7 eTicket to collect contactless payments. It is compatible with the entire MIFARE family, supports ISO/IEC and ISO14443 type A/B RFID tags/cards and has two integrated Secure Access Modules (SAM) for secure transactions.

The IP65 rated tablet has a capacitive touch-screen has chemically strengthened glass and multi-touch capability, sunlight readability, an 8MP camera and multiple connectivity options including dual SIM card slots, an integrated GPS receiver and a dedicated 2-D barcode imager.

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