How much abuse can the Getac F110 take? My first and second thoughts are: a lot, scientifically speaking. This tablet’s rock-solid construction inspires confidence in its ability to withstand the elements, rough handling, and maybe even the next apocalypse (though we worry about Wi-Fi access if that happens).

We classify ultraportable laptops as three pounds or less, making the Getac’s 3.3 pounds heavy for a tablet-only device. It can, however, become a laptop when attached to Getac’s optional detachable keyboard, which we didn’t get to test. Other accessories include a rotating hand strap with a kickstand, a hard handle, and a shoulder strap. Vehicle-mounting solutions are also offered.

The F110’s 11.6-inch, 1,920-by-1,080-pixel display features a traditional 16:9 aspect ratio, which is narrower than the squarer 16:10 or 3:2 screens often found in consumer tablets. That said, this is no ordinary screen, boasting glove-touch functionality and an impressive peak brightness rating of 1,200 nits, ensuring visibility in direct sunlight. Additionally, it includes a mode with ultra-low brightness to preserve your night vision in pitch-dark environments.

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Our unit includes the optional digitizer for use with the active stylus, which is conveniently attached via a lanyard and slots between the batteries on the back. I found its hover functionality worked well, and its single button operates smoothly. While I didn’t notice any parallax issues, the screen’s lackluster color reproduction makes it unsuitable for artistic use, graphic design, or entertainment. The anemic mono speaker on the front further discourages entertainment use. (Of course, all that is not what this kind of tablet is about.)

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The F110 features four programmable buttons right of the screen that can be customized in the Getac G-Manager app. These buttons can perform functions such as launching the camera, adjusting volume or screen brightness, toggling daylight or night vision modes, or opening apps. Using the app, you can also configure the buttons’ faint red backlighting and the brightness of the status indicators below the display. Likewise, the app allows for switching touchscreen modes (finger, glove, or stylus) and selecting power profiles.

The front 5MP webcam offers very good sharpness, and it quickly adjusted exposure to changing lighting as I walked between rooms. The 8MP rear camera suffices for quick field photos, but even a basic smartphone does worlds better.

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Though the F110 remained cool and usually operated quietly, its single cooling fan can be audible in quieter settings when the system is stressed. The G-Manager app provides limited fan control options.

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