Zebra EM45 Series Enterprise Mobile

The Zebra EM45 Enterprise Mobile is a slim, lightweight Android enterprise mobile device designed for frontline workers who need reliable communication, data capture, mobile productivity and enterprise security in one device. It combines the familiar ergonomics of a consumer-style smartphone with Zebra’s enterprise platform, device management tools and rugged business-ready design. The EM45 is positioned for field sales teams, drivers, store managers, retail associates, service technicians and other mobile workers who need constant access to applications, communication tools, camera-based scanning, high-speed connectivity and secure enterprise workflows. It is suitable for retail, logistics, field service, transportation, airlines, hospitality and healthcare applications. The device features a large 6.7-inch Full High Definition+ display with 2400 × 1080 resolution, LED backlight and dynamic 120 Hz refresh rate. The large screen helps users see more information and scroll less, while the high refresh rate supports a smoother and more responsive user experience. The touch panel supports bare finger and light glove input, water droplet rejection and an oleophobic coating to reduce smudges during frequent use. The EM45 is designed to feel modern and ergonomic while still offering enterprise durability. It measures 170.65 mm × 80.54 mm × 10.7 mm and weighs 243 g with battery. This makes it suitable for users who carry the device throughout the day and need a balance between portability, screen size and rugged business performance. Durability is stronger than a standard consumer smartphone. The EM45 is rated IP68 and IP65 with battery, according to applicable IEC sealing specifications. It is drop-tested from 1.2 m to tile over concrete across the operating temperature range, exceeding MIL-STD-810H. With protective boot, the drop specification increases to 1.5 m. The device is also tumble tested, with 300 tumbles at 0.5 m for the device and 600 tumbles at 0.5 m with protective case. The operating temperature range is 0°C to 50°C, while storage temperature is -40°C to 70°C. The device also supports thermal shock from -40°C to 70°C and ESD protection of ±15 kV air discharge and ±8 kV direct / indirect discharge. These specifications make the EM45 suitable for demanding business use in retail, transport, field service and other mobile environments. Performance is based on the Qualcomm 5430 octa-core processor running at 2.2 GHz. The device includes 8 GB DDR5 RAM and 128 GB UFS 3.1 flash storage. A user-accessible microSD card slot supports expansion up to 2 TB. The supplied material also highlights a system-on-chip with a dedicated neural processing unit to support advanced AI capabilities for mobile workers. AI-oriented use cases can include small language models for translation or transcription, AI vision models for shelves, products, labels and text, 3D measurement tools and generative AI assistants. These capabilities should be treated as platform potential, depending on software, licensing and deployment design. Wireless connectivity is one of the EM45’s strongest advantages. The device supports 5G, Gigabit LTE-A, private 5G / LTE and CBRS where available, with dual SIM support using a nano SIM and eSIM. It also supports Wi-Fi 6E with tri-band operation on 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz, 2x2 MU-MIMO, dual band simultaneous operation, IPv4 and IPv6. Actual band support and operating channels depend on country, carrier and regulatory rules. The WLAN feature set includes WPA3 Enterprise, WPA3 Personal, WPA / WPA2 Enterprise and Personal, Enhanced Open, 802.11r fast roaming, PMK caching, Cisco CCKM and OKC. These capabilities are important for enterprises that need secure connectivity, roaming and consistent application access across facilities or while workers move between work areas. Bluetooth support includes Bluetooth 5.3, Class 1, Classic Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy. NFC supports ISO 14443 Type A and B, Sony FeliCa according to ISO / IEC 18092, ISO 15693 cards, host card emulation, contactless payment support, ECP 1.0 and ECP 2.0 polling and Apple VAS certification. Data capture is camera-based. The EM45 uses Zebra’s advanced decoder library for barcode capture through the camera, included with the device. This makes the device suitable for many scanning workflows where an integrated scan engine is not required. It is best positioned for flexible, camera-based barcode capture rather than high-volume, scan-intensive warehouse workflows that require dedicated scan engines and ergonomic scan triggers. The rear camera is a 50 MP autofocus HDR camera with optical image stabilization, ƒ/1.9 aperture and 4K video recording at 30 fps. It can capture detailed images and video for documentation, proof of condition, product checks, asset records and business intelligence. The supplied material also mentions alerts for dirty lenses, prompts to retake lower-quality images and automatic face blurring to support privacy. The front camera is 8 MP and supports 1080p video recording for video calls and collaboration. The EM45 supports enterprise communications. Two microphones with noise cancellation, dual stereo speakers, high-quality speakerphone support, Bluetooth headset support, Zebra USB-C PTT headset support, HD VoIP and wideband audio capabilities help support voice and collaboration workflows. Zebra Workcloud Sync can add push-to-talk, secure RCS messaging and PBX handset capabilities, depending on software and deployment. Three programmable action buttons help improve daily productivity. The left button defaults to scan, the right button defaults to push-to-talk and the top button defaults to camera. These buttons can be programmed for frequently used applications or tasks, helping frontline workers access key functions quickly. Power is provided by a service-replaceable 4,750 mAh PowerPrecision lithium-ion battery with real-time battery metrics. The supplied material states battery life of up to 25 hours under typical usage conditions, with actual runtime depending on use and settings. Fast charging can charge the battery from zero to 50 percent in 30 minutes. The EM45 is designed for corporate-owned, personally enabled use cases. It supports dual SIM and dual corporate profile separation, helping organisations protect enterprise information while keeping user personal content private. Biometric security includes fingerprint authentication through the power button and facial recognition. More advanced multi-factor authentication through Zebra Identity Guardian can include facial recognition, third-party SSO, PIN and barcode scan, but some Identity Guardian features require a license. The EM45 runs Android. Supported Android versions should be checked through Zebra’s current Android version support information for the selected deployment. The device is Android Enterprise Recommended certified and Google ARCore certified. Zebra LifeGuard for Android helps keep devices secure during service life, but the supplied material notes that it requires a Zebra OneCare maintenance contract. Zebra DNA software adds enterprise value to the EM45. Tools such as StageNow via Zebra DNA Cloud, Enterprise Home Screen, Device Guardian and LifeGuard help with enrollment, configuration, application control, lost-device recovery, security updates and fleet management. These tools reduce IT complexity and allow the EM45 to run within a common Zebra enterprise platform. With the optional Workstation Connect Cradle, the EM45 can be converted into a workstation for more data-intensive tasks. The supplied material notes that Workstation Connect is included with the Zebra DNA Enterprise license and requires a separate cradle accessory. Availability and timing should be confirmed for the specific region and deployment. Typical retail applications include inventory management, assisted selling and in-store communications. Logistics and field service applications include parcel tracking, proof of delivery, maintenance, inspections, equipment identification, work order management and collaboration. Transportation and airline use cases include passenger ticketing, check-in, boarding, gate-side bag check, manifest checks and inflight sales. Hospitality applications include event management, access control, lead capture, cashless payment and collaboration. Healthcare applications include patient tracking, medical equipment tracking and at-home care. Overall, the Zebra EM45 is a modern enterprise mobile device for organisations that want smartphone-style usability with Zebra enterprise durability, security, manageability and connectivity. Its strongest value lies in its 5G and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, large 6.7-inch 120 Hz display, 50 MP OIS camera, camera-based barcode capture, long battery life, enterprise security, Zebra DNA software ecosystem and slim, lightweight design.

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