Portable electronics like smartphones and laptops aren’t generally known for their ability to withstand drops, splashes and harsh conditions. Yet the portable nature of these devices means they’re often in the line of fire — swimming pools and toilets for cell phones, dusty places like construction sites for laptops, or even dairy farms with kicking cow hooves, milk and, well, greenish-brown pies. Some companies specialize in “ruggedizing” electronics to make them ready for harsh elements and the occasional accident.
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Tough Tech for a Tough World: What Makes Rugged Gadgets So Hardy?
Posted by: Chris Maxcer November 27, 2008 04:00 AMPortable electronics like smartphones and laptops aren’t generally known for their ability to withstand drops, splashes and harsh conditions. Yet the portable nature of these devices means they’re often in the line of fire — swimming pools and toilets for cell phones, dusty places like construction sites for laptops, or even dairy farms with kicking cow hooves, milk and, well, greenish-brown pies. Some companies specialize in “ruggedizing” electronics to make them ready for harsh elements and the occasional accident.