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header/headerpPanasonic has announced a new performance version of its Toughpad 4K tablet./ppIts new Toughpad 4K UT-MA6 Performance model packs all the features of the standard version, including a 20-inch 4K display with 15:10 aspect ratio, but boosts the hardware inside./ppThe tablet packs a 2.1GHz Intel Core i7 vPro processor, Nvidia Quadro Graphics card, 16GB of RAM, a 5-megapixel back-facing camera and a 0.9-megapixel front-facing camera./ppIt supports Eternet LAN and Mini DisplayPort, and the optional cradle offers three USB 3.0 slots and a HDMI slot./ph3Business ready/h3pAs the name implies, the Toughpad 4K UT-MA6 is business rugged, which means it can withstand drops of up to 76cm (roughly 30 inches)./ppThe device is powered by Windows 8.1 Pro, but a Windows 7 downgrade option is also available. It has full Open GL support, for CAD and 3D modelling work, making it suitable for engineers and designers./ppA variety of accessories are available, including the Panasonic Electronic Touch Pen, which operates via Bluetooth and has the ability to accurately recognise each individual pixel on the screen./ppThe tablet is 12.5mm thick and 2.54kg in weight. The Toughpad 4K UT-MA6 Performance model launches in April for £4,067 (US$6,742, AU$7,545) plus VAT./p
