Transform any data entry mobile terminal into a reliable tool for your business.
THE BROW is software dedicated to displaying web interfaces on data entry mobile terminals. Compatible with all devices and manufacturer-independent, it automates processes in warehouses, production, and logistics.
THE BROW supports all popular data capture terminals: Zebra, Honeywell, CipherLab, Datalogic, Urovo, M3 Mobile, PointMobile, Bluebird, and others.
Works on all Android devices, regardless of manufacturer. Works on both recent and legacy devices. Easy to deploy on a large scale—hundreds or even thousands of devices.
Benefit: You can replace or modernize your fleet without changing your applications—they will continue to work without any adaptation.
THE BROW integrates the features of well-known enterprise solutions: Zebra Enterprise Browser, Honeywell EDA Browser and Wavelink (Ivanti) Terminal Emulator
While enhancing their capabilities: Advanced configuration of page behavior, Improved stability and control and Direct access to hardware via a single API
Benefit: Migration without modifying existing web applications or requiring additional staff training.
THE BROW includes a native kiosk mode - no need for a third-party MDM system.
In kiosk mode:
• System button blocking (back, home, recent)
• Automatic startup on power-up
• Customization of the status bar and notifications
• Protection against accidental application exits, even after reboot
Administration:
• Centralized settings updates
• Quickly change application URLs
• Remote device reboots
• Mass configuration deployment
Benefit: Reduced costs associated with MDM solutions and simplified fleet management.
The enterprise browser THE BROW ensures the correct display of web pages designed for specific TSD models or outdated browsers.
Features include:
• Screen resolution and DPI emulation
• Automatic content zooming
• User-Agent and HTTP header tampering
• Rendering correction for compatibility
Benefit: Older SAP modules work on newer devices without server-side modifications.
Differences from standard browsers
Conventional browsers (including those built into Android) are not suitable for industrial use.
THE BROW is a specialized solution for professional environments.
Key features:
• Flexible web page display settings
• Support for legacy HTML and JavaScript (including those not supported by modern engines)
• Ability to inject custom JS or CSS scripts into loaded pages
Advantage: Full compatibility with legacy systems and adaptability to specific needs.
Hardware access via JavaScript API
THE BROW allows web applications to directly access hardware functions via a unified JavaScript API.
Available features:
• Barcode and RFID reading via the built-in scanner or camera
• Use of the camera, vibration, sound, and navigation buttons
• Receiving scanner data via broadcast messages or intents (standard Android mechanisms)
API features:
• Single, manufacturer-independent interface
• No need to integrate proprietary SDKs
Benefit: The same web application code works on all devices, regardless of manufacturer.
Web applications with native functionality
THE BROW allows you to create web applications with similar functionality to native applications.
Features:
• Offline operation with subsequent synchronization
• Local data storage (localStorage, IndexedDB, etc.)
• Push notification support
• Centralized updates - no need to reinstall on devices
Advantage: Code updates are performed server-side. All devices receive the changes on the next startup.
THE BROW is a tool designed for industrial use on data entry mobile terminals.
- Display of web interfaces in operational environments (warehouse, production, logistics)
- Operation in secure mode (terminals)
- Remote management of configuration and behavior
- Support for legacy systems, including SAP
- Direct integration with hardware via a single API
THE BROW – software for displaying web interfaces on industrial devices.
Compatible with all Android devices. Allows you to automate processes without manufacturer dependency.