In the near future, Zebra will launch new MC55X terminals, which are replacements for the discontinued MC55A0 and MC55N0. The Extended Life MC55X is a Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 with keypad device and will be compatible with MC55A0/MC55N0 accessories. It will have an updated dual core processor, improved data capture functionality with the SE4710 scan engine and increased memory of 512 MB RAM/2 GB Flash. It is available in both standard and healthcare configurations.
EU shipments should start in December 2017.