Technical Specifications

The iObservation® system is compatible with desktop computers, laptops, tablet PCs and other devices with internet connection capability. Please ensure that your technology meets these requirements for system usage.

Requirements Windows Macintosh
Operating System: Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)+ Mac OS X v10.5+
Processor: Pentium III, 300 MHz (or equivalent)
Intel/AMD 2.0 GHz recommended
Power PC G4 500 MHz
Intel Core duo recommended
Memory: 512MB RAM
1GB RAM recommended
Web Browser: Internet Explorer 7.0+
Mozilla Firefox 3.5+
Safari 3.0+
Mozilla Firefox 3.5+
Display: Super VGA monitor with 256 colors
800x600 resolution
1024x768 or higher recommended
Internet: Internet connectivity
Wireless connection, 802.11N recommended
Offline capabilities available
Plugins: Macromedia Flash Player 8+ (free)
Other: JavaScript enabled web browsers
Headphones or speakers
Optional: Printer
Camera
Scanner
Handheld or Mobile Version: We strongly recommend the use iObservation on a full screen monitor to take advantage of its rich resources and dynamic interface. However, we also understand the needs of districts and schools to implement the system using handheld devices.

Compatible handheld devices require a wireless internet connection.

  • Blackberry Curve, Pearl, and Storm with OS v4.3+
  • iPhone or iTouch

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