AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xplore Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:XPLR) today announced that it has been named a CES 2018 Innovation Awards Honoree. The XSLATE R12 rugged tablet PC with Intel® PCIe Solid State Drive was the only rugged mobile device to score above the threshold set in the Computer Hardware and Components category.

Products entered in this prestigious program are judged by a preeminent panel of independent industrial designers, independent engineers and members of the trade media to honor outstanding design and engineering in cutting edge consumer electronics products. The Windows®-powered Xplore XSLATE R12 2 in 1 tablet computer was evaluated on its engineering, aesthetic and design qualities, intended use/function and user value, unique/novel features present. It was also evaluated on how the design and innovation of the product directly compares to other products in the marketplace.

“We are extremely thrilled that the Xplore XSLATE R12 was the exclusive rugged mobile computer recognized by the CES 2018 Innovation Awards committee for its top-of-the-line computing capabilities and unmatched aesthetics,” said John Graff, vice president of marketing, Xplore. “This high-performance 2 in 1 tablet was designed using an extensive amount of customer feedback and, as such, offers much more than traditional detachable notebooks or convertibles.”

Designed specifically for mobile professionals that split their time between extreme outdoor conditions and the office, the sleek but compact XSLATE R12 comes standard with a number of detachable components including a Companion Keyboard, a range of processor options to meet varying workload requirements, and a full sunlight-readable HD display that’s the brightest in its class. Unlike most consumer-grade tablets, the XSLATE R12 is also equipped with features needed for work day-in and day-out, including full-size USB 3.0 and HDMI ports, an audio jack, three microphones, dual speakers, a microSD Card reader, a fingerprint reader, optional Smart Card/CAC readers, removable SSD, optional pass-thru antenna, as well as Ethernet and true serial connectivity through a simple adapter cable. Optional SlateMate™ bolt-on modules can also add a barcode scanner and RFID reader. The integrated 8-megapixel documentation camera and Xplore’s XCapture Pro camera application can easily be used for high-quality workflow documentation. Additionally, the XSLATE R12’s 10-point capacitive multi-touch interface equals the smooth and effortless capabilities that users have come to expect from consumer devices, and comes standard with a digitizer pen for more precision work.

Additional information about this award-winning 2 in 1 tablet can be found at www.xploretech.com/XSLATER12.

About the CES Innovation Awards
The prestigious CES Innovation Awards are sponsored by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)™, the owner and producer of CES 2018, the global gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies, and have been recognizing achievements in product design and engineering since 1976.

About Xplore Technologies
Xplore is The Rugged Tablet Authority™, exclusively manufacturing powerful, long-lasting, and customer-defined rugged tablet PCs since 1996. Today, Xplore offers the broadest portfolio of genuinely rugged tablets – and the most complete lineup of rugged tablet accessories – on Earth. Its mobility solutions are purpose-built for the energy, utilities, telecommunications, military and defense, manufacturing, distribution, public safety, healthcare, government, and field service sectors. The company’s award-winning military-grade computers are also among the most powerful and longest lasting in their class, built to withstand nearly any hazardous condition or environmental extreme for years without fail. Visit www.xploretech.com for more information on how Xplore and its global channel partners engineer complete mobility solutions to meet specialized workflow demands. Follow us on Twitter, FacebookLinkedIn, and YouTube.

Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made. When used in this document, the words “may”, “would”, “could”, “will”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect Xplore’s current views with respect to future events and are subject to such risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made including those factors detailed from time to time in filings made by Xplore with securities regulatory authorities. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking-statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated or expected. Xplore does not intend and does not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Contact Information:
Debbie Russo, Director of Marketing
Email: [email protected]

Matt Kreps, Darrow Associates Investor Relations
Phone: (214) 597-8200
Email: [email protected]