The Panasonic Toughbook CF-29 just got tougher! It is now the first Toughbook to have a built in Cingular's 3G BroadbandConnect service which will help in public safety. Because of the onboard 3G Broadband Connect service the new Toughbook is targeted at public safety officers, who can access criminal databases and other vital information at broadband speeds on the go. However for this they would require to be situated in UMTS/HSDPA-based BroadbandConnect coverage areas. The Toughbook CF-29 also provides high-speed EDGE connectivity and is also ideal for military and commercial field environments.

"Thanks to our close relationship with Cingular Wireless, we are able to quickly deliver high-performance mobile computing solutions designed for mission-critical applications like law enforcement," added Victoria Obenshain, director of wireless strategy, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "Based on this solid foundation, we look forward to achieving many more joint HSDPA/UMTS certifications across the full line of Toughbooks."