What is a handheld data collector PDA

Handheld computers—also known as personal digital assistants (PDAs)—are a small and portable, mobile and smart device with same functions and features as computer, but smaller and easier to take than computer.Although the terms “handheld computer” and “PDA” are often used interchangeably, handhelds tend to be larger and feature miniature keyboards, while PDAs tend to be smaller and rely on a touch screen and stylus for data entry.

PDA, it has not only the functions of a smartphone like 4G, WIFI, GPS, Bluetooth, make/receive calls, take pictures..., but only there are many optional extended feature, for example Barcode Scanning，Qrcode scanner, RFID/NFC, UHF RFID Reader/Writer，NFC，Fingerprint, PSAM etc.

1. These devices are amazingly cost-effective and can be used as a daily planner and a smart saver for all the staff log
2. They do not need a wired connection. They are extremely portable, which make them prominent in the industry
3. The competitive edge that they hold over smartphones is the fact that they offer better display resolution and management

PDAs are widely used outdoors or factories. Generally, the shell is rugged and waterproof and the screen need to be fall-resistant and anti-sunlight. For example, our model HCC-T80S handheld PDA, HCC-S60 UHF read-write terminal and HQ51 smart terminal are rugged and waterproof shell, usually for outdoor applications.

Applicable to express documents, delivery and receipt certificates, utility payment receipts, portable retail market receipts, on-street parking bills, mobile tickets, transport tickets, bill receipts, fleet management, etc.