Orbic Tab10R

Fast, Durable, Connected On the Go

Reliance Communications LLC stands out as a leading national distributor of cutting-edge wireless devices and accessories in the U.S., maintaining its market leadership in wireless communication products for over two decades.

As one of only three authorized Verizon Wireless distributors, Reliance Communications offers a comprehensive suite of services, including distribution, forward and reverse logistics, engineering support, marketing support, product training, fulfillment, inventory management, repair, refurbishment, and reclamation.

Their commitment to delivering practical solutions for wireless carriers, device manufacturers, and retailers distinguishes them in the industry. Under the Orbic brand, they aim to produce 5 million devices annually in the U.S. as part of their Project Patriot Initiative.

Orbic provides a range of affordable, reliable technology solutions, including smartphones, tablets, wearables, and hotspots. Their unique selling proposition lies in offering high-quality, feature-rich devices at competitive prices, making advanced technology accessible to a broader audience.

Orbic’s products cater to both personal and business needs, ensuring connectivity and productivity on the go. Orbic approached us to design a new device, the Tab10R, a product that could address the personal as well as the enterprise devices market.

Project Insights

Tab10R provides rugged features in a consumer form factor. This unique combination allows it to straddle both the consumer as well as the commercial devices market. Our goals for this project were:

1. Create a design that is rugged yet has a consumer aesthetic.

2. Ensure affordability and durability at all costs.

Durable

The Tab 10R is engineered to meet MIL-STD-810 standards, ensuring it can endure drops, shocks, and extreme temperatures. This rugged design makes it perfect for construction sites and outdoor environments. Its robust performance against impacts is achieved through innovative double-shot molded edge bumpers. These integral bumpers not only safeguard the device from falls but are also securely embedded in the plastic shell, preventing any risk of detachment.

Outdoor Ready

Boasting an IP65 rating, the tablet is designed to be both water-resistant and dustproof, capable of withstanding splashes and dust exposure for dependable performance in diverse environments. Our expertise in combining adhesives and I/O ports allows us to achieve this functionality within a sleek form factor. Additionally, the high-brightness display, paired with a GG5 lens, ensures scratch resistance and excellent visibility in daylight, making it an ideal choice for outdoor applications.

Professional

The Tab 10R features a stylus that empowers users to take notes, make annotations, and draw effortlessly, even in outdoor settings. To enhance usability, we’ve ingeniously integrated a receptacle within the edge bumpers, allowing the stylus to attach securely when not in use. This thoughtful design choice not only accommodates the stylus but also maintains the tablet’s sleek profile, a crucial factor for consumer appeal.

Affordability is the Key

While industrial design plays a crucial role in elevating a product’s allure, it’s essential that it doesn’t sacrifice affordability. Compromising on cost would dilute Orbic’s unique selling proposition of delivering premium features at accessible prices. In crafting the Speed 5G, we worked together with Orbic’s ODM to meticulously manage both the electrical and mechanical bills of materials, ensuring we stayed within budget without compromising quality.

Key Tasks Accomplished

1. Concept Development

2. Enclosure Design

3. Prototype Design

4. Materials Selection

5. Mockup Management

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