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Frequently Asked Questions
What operating system does the TC53 use, and is it upgradeable?
The Zebra TC53 ships with Android 11 and is upgradeable through Android 14, ensuring long-term support and compatibility with the latest enterprise applications.
What are the wireless capabilities of the TC53?
The TC53 supports the latest wireless standards including Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and CBRS (U.S. only) for fast, stable connections in both indoor and outdoor environments. (Note: 5G is supported on the TC58 only.)
What scanning options are available on the TC53?
It offers two integrated scan engines: SE4720 for standard 1D/2D scanning or SE55 with IntelliFocus™ for advanced range scanning from close-up to across the room
How rugged is the Zebra TC53?
The TC53 is built to endure challenging environments with: Drop rating of 6 ft. (1.8 m) to concrete with protective boot, Tumble tested to 1,000 tumbles at 3.2 ft. (1.0 m), and Sealed to IP65 and IP68 standards for dust and water protection
What display and touch input features does the TC53 have?
It has a 6.0-inch Full HD display (1080 x 2160) with 600 nits brightness, readable in sunlight, and supports glove, wet finger, or stylus input without changing modes.
What battery options and features are supported?
The TC53 supports 4400 mAh standard and 6600 mAh extended PowerPrecision+ batteries. It also offers hot swap and warm swap capabilities, BLE tracking, and Qi wireless charging for select models.
What makes the TC58 different from the TC53?
The Zebra TC58 includes 5G WWAN connectivity (cellular support), a dual SIM slot (nano SIM + eSIM), and GPS capabilities, making it ideal for field workers. The TC53 is Wi-Fi only.
What scanning capabilities does the TC58 support?
The TC58 offers two integrated scan engine options: SE4720 for standard-range 1D/2D scanning or SE55 with IntelliFocus™ for advanced-range scanning, capable of reading barcodes from up close to across a large room
Is the TC58 rugged enough for industrial use?
Yes, it is built to withstand tough environments: 6 ft. drop rating with protective boot, 1000 tumbles at 1.0 m, IP65 and IP68 sealed against dust and water.
What display and touch capabilities does the TC58 offer?
It features a 6-inch Full HD (1080x2160) display with 600 nits brightness, readable in sunlight, and supports wet, gloved, and stylus input without changing modes.
What battery options are available for the TC58?
The TC58 offers: Standard (4400 mAh) and Extended (6600 mAh) PowerPrecision+ batteries or Support for BLE tracking, hot swap, wireless charging (Qi), and real-time battery diagnostics
What communication and audio options are available?
It supports Push-to-Talk (PTT) over cellular and Wi-Fi, PBX handset functionality, and includes: 3 microphones with noise cancellation, Dual speakers, 3.5 mm jack (on WLAN units only) and Support for Bluetooth and USB-C audio accessories