Zebra WS501 handheld terminal

Zebra WS501 – All-in-one Android wearable for hands-free scanning

Zebra WS501 is the “smallest and most powerful” enterprise-class Android wearable computer, designed for scan-intensive workflows (picking, put-away, &incirc;loading/unloading). The WS501 version îimproves the WS50 with a new processor, tripled RAM, 4x; Flash, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 – meaning it runs multiple apps simultaneously and stays constantly connected to your EMM.

All-in-one, “hostless” separately. The WS501 combines the display, 2D imager and communications into a single wearable device – &idiot; you can wear it on two fingers or on the back of your hand, depending on your preference.

Power & next-generation connectivity

• Platform: Qualcomm® QC2290, 3 GB RAM / 32 GB Flash – handheld-level performance in a wearable form factor.

• WLAN: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) 2×2 MU-MIMO, up to 1201 Mbps on 5 GHz, with Mobility DNA Wireless Fusion for seamless roaming.

• WPAN: Bluetooth 5.3 (Class 1) – long range, fast pairing, increased energy efficiency for BLE peripherals. 

• NFC: Tap-to-Pair and support ISO14443 A/B, Felica, ISO15693, plus HCE.

Top-of-the-line 1D/2D scanning with smart automations

• SE4770 Imager: omnidirectional reading of almost any code, motion tolerant, wide field of view for multi-code labels. 

• Multi-Code Data Formatting & NG SimulScan: capture and format multiple codes (even from multiple labels) with a single click.

Clear screen, low power consumption

• AMOLED 2″” (460×460), extremely bright (without backlight), superior contrast and excellent viewing angles; Qualcomm TruPalette & Low-Power Picture Enhancement for readability îin any light. 

Collaboration, autonomy and management

• Integrated audio + PTT: microphone and speaker (≈90 dBA) for quick calls; PTT supported (according to datasheet, planned availability – note 1).

• Removable battery 5 Wh / 1300 mAh, hot-swap (≈2 min) with persistent memory; îfast charging <3 h.

• Modular backroom accessories: 2/10-slot (device) cradles, 4/20-slot (battery) chargers, and Ethernet cradle (5 devices + 5 batteries) for scale management.

• Zebra DNA & security: StageNow, DataWedge, EMDK, Device Diagnostics, OEMConfig, Zero-Touch, Mobility Extensions (Mx) and LifeGuard for Android for lifetime security updates.

Industrial-grade, ultra-compact format

• IP65, 1.8 m drop onto concrete slabs, 2,000 tumbles @0.5 m, –10…+50°C; the front cover is easily îreplaceable onsite. 

• Dimensions 64×62×28 mm, ~134 g – „small, but mighty”.

🔑 Essential Specifications

• CPU/OS/Memory: Qualcomm QC2290; Android (supported with LifeGuard); 3 GB RAM / 32 GB Flash.

• Display & touch: 2” AMOLED, 460×460, Gorilla® Glass; touch with fingers/gloves.

• Scanner: SE4770 1D/2D, aimer laser 655 nm; NG SimulScan, Multi-Code DF.

• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6 2×2 MU-MIMO, BT 5.3, NFC (Tap-to-Pair); USB 2.0 host/client.

• Audio: loudspeaker ~90 dBA, microphone; support BT headset.

• Battery: 1300 mAh (5 Wh), hot-swap ~2 min, fast charge <3 h.

• Rugged: IP65, 1.8 m drop, 2,000 tumbles, ESD ±15 kV air / ±8 kV contact. 

WS501 brings “hands-free” real in a single device: enterprise imager, readable screen, stable Wi-Fi 6 and Zebra DNA management – perfect for warehouse, production and T&L. Tell us your flow (picking, sorting, receiving) and we will recommend the right configuration and cradles.