Singapore-based goSwiff, a mobile point of sale provider, today launched a new goSwiff PINPad card reader intended to boost the efficiency and security of cashless mobile transactions across a range of markets, according to a press release. 

The company said in the press release its PINPad product is the only card reader in the market designed from the ground up for mobile payments in harsh environments. 

"As mobile businesses are constantly on the move and are often subject to rigorous retail environments, a device that can stand the tests of time, rough physical surroundings and endure frequent use is required," the company said in the announcement. 

The company highlighted several durability features including: 

• The PINPad is extensively drop tested on all sides in order to make sure that the body is tough and capable of even the harshest wear and tear
• The device allows secure and fast Chip & PIN, Chip & Sign, Swipe & PIN, Swipe & Sign card processing
• The PINPad is optimised to ensure that your customers' cards are protected. The card reader is designed to prevent the card's chip from being scratched thanks to the landing type chip reader
• Additionally, the keypad is tested for up to 1 million inputs, meaning you have the reassurance of gaining years of use out of your PINPad.
• The PINPad's replaceable battery means you can get plenty of operating time and power, with up to 2,000 charging cycles. A single charge provides a standby time of 108 hours
• The device packs the latest digital payment security technology to protect both you and your customers from fraud
• The PINPad is EMV Level 1 and 2 and PCI-PTS SRED compliant