🧾 Description
This article outlines how to use SureLock and SureFox—two kiosk-mode applications developed by 42Gears—on Datalogic Skorpio X4 and Skorpio X5 Android devices. It also presents Datalogic’s native alternatives: Datalogic Launcher and Datalogic Enterprise Browser.
Environment
Devices: Datalogic Skorpio X4 (Android), Skorpio X5 (Android only)
Operating System: Android
Applications:
SureLock (42Gears)
SureFox (42Gears)
Datalogic Launcher
Datalogic Enterprise Browser
🛠️ Resolution Steps
Overview of Tools
SureLock (by 42Gears)
Locks down the device to allow access only to approved applications.
Prevents users from accessing system settings or unauthorized apps.
Ideal for kiosk mode or task-specific workflows.
SureFox (by 42Gears)
Restricts access to approved web content via a secure browser.
Prevents users from navigating to unauthorized websites or using other browsers.
Both SureLock and SureFox are preloaded on many Datalogic Android devices.
To unlock advanced features, contact 42Gears via their Contact Page. Contact Us | 42Gears Mobility Systems
Documentation:
SureLock Online Documentation
SureFox Online Documentation
Datalogic Alternatives
Datalogic Launcher
Restricts user access to selected applications.
Offers a customizable home screen for enterprise use.
Functions similarly to SureLock.
Datalogic Enterprise Browser
Provides a secure, customizable browser for enterprise web apps.
Similar in function to SureFox.
Both tools are available for download from the Datalogic Developer Portal.
Firmware & Espresso Extensions
Datalogic includes Espresso extensions in firmware updates to enhance or upgrade SureLock, SureFox, and Datalogic tools.
Download firmware and extensions from:
https://developer.datalogic.com/mobile-computers/products
Recommendation
For basic kiosk or browser lockdown, the preloaded versions of SureLock and SureFox may suffice.
For full control and customization, consider:
Upgrading SureLock/SureFox via 42Gears
Using Datalogic Launcher and Enterprise Browser for tighter integration with Datalogic hardware