Panasonic will highlight a number of new technologies at the 105th annual National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show, including new mPOS and rugged tablet devices. These new solutions target retailers of various sizes as well as supermarkets, table service restaurants, quick serve restaurants (QSR) and build upon the company's 30 years of experience in the retail sector. New to NRF in the year 2016, the Toughpad FZ-Q1 is a 12.5” semi-rugged tablet with POS, mobile POS, kiosk and mobile dashboard applications for retail.

Purpose built for mobile workers, the tablet features a full HD, 350nit, 10-finger touchscreen, while providing the ideal level of durability for retail work. With a shock absorbing case and a magnesium alloy chassis, the device can withstand falls from 2.5' -ideal for handling associate drops and wear and tear. The Toughpad FZ-Q1 also features a fanless design resistant to dirt and dust, making it the perfect mobile solution in a retail environment where minor ingress is a concern.

Built for mPOS, the Toughpad FZ-R1 is an all-in-one tablet running Windows 8.1 for retail environments to meet changing omni-channel customer expectations while providing secure transaction capabilities. With its integrated EMV reader with PIN pad, mag stripe reader and NFC compatibility, the Intel®-based Toughpad FZ-R1 can handle all forms of electronic payment, giving retailers and their customers' confidence that financial data is secure while providing the omni-channel experience they have come to expect. The company will also showcase its wide range of rugged Toughpad tablets powered by Windows, including, 20” Toughpad 4K, 7” Toughpad FZ-M1, 5” Toughpad FZ-E1 as well as tablets running AndroidTM such as 7” Toughpad FZ-B2 and 5” Toughpad FZ-X1.

Additionally, Panasonic will showcase its fully-rugged Panasonic Toughpad tablets equipped with Ingenico iCMP mobile payment terminal. A Toughpad FZ-R1 and Stingray III POS terminal will demonstrate the FreedomPay Advanced Commerce Platform. The complete line of Toughpad tablets offer retailers the mobility and flexibility they need to boost sales, engage customers and manage operational efficiency from the sales floor to the warehouse.