Zebra WS101 Wearable Communication Device (WS1013-0NS00042EWR)

The Zebra WS101 is a tiny, rugged Bluetooth communication badge that adds hands-free voice to Zebra Android mobile computers and tablets as well as smartphones. Workers use the built-in wake word, push-to-talk, a Duress button and a Do-Not-Disturb switch – the badge is the voice interface for apps running on a paired host device, which is required. Weighing just 45 g with clip, it runs up to 12 hours on its swappable 480 mAh battery. This version, WS1013-0NS00042EWR, is the black retail model with a 3.5 mm headset jack and a USB-C charging port.

Key Features

• Hands-free voice – wake word and speech control: place calls, adjust volume, mute and answer without touching the badge.
• Crystal-clear audio – noise-suppressing microphone and 90 dB speaker for noisy stores and hospital floors.
• Duress and DND buttons – one press summons help; a toggle silences calls when needed.
• Tap to pair – NFC pairing with any NFC-enabled Zebra device; Bluetooth 5.4 (Class 1 and 2) for stable connections.
• Featherweight and rugged – 48 × 48 × 15 mm, IP65, 1.2 m drops and a disinfectant-ready housing.
• Always in service – removable 480 mAh battery with up to 12 hours of continuous speech; multi-slot chargers and cradles for the backroom.

Ideal Applications

• Retail associates: PTT, stock checks and click & collect coordination
• Nurses and clinical staff: hands-free calls and Duress alerts
• Housekeeping, patient transport and maintenance teams
• Cashiers and frontline staff who need quick help
• Push-to-talk over Wi-Fi and cellular with Zebra Workcloud Sync

Technical Specifications

The WS101 needs a paired host device – for example a Zebra mobile computer or the WS301 wearable. For hospitals and clinics, choose the healthcare version: Zebra WS101-H. Compare all models in our Handheld Terminals collection, or contact our team for volume pricing, staging and MDM set-up.