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The first Imagine 2023 conference was held this week. HP announced, through its CEO Enrique Lores and other executives, its roadmap and upcoming products for 2024. Among them, new devices of course, but also accessories for content creation as well as as customer service solutions. The company also outlined its plans to integrate AI into its laptop and desktop computers, both for consumers and businesses.
HP Specter Fold, the 3-in-1 convertible PC
Alex Cho, President of Personal Systems and Solutions, introduced the audience to the brand’s latest and upcoming peripherals and devices. It started by announcing the HP Specter Fold 3-in-1 Convertible PC, which has a 17-inch screen and can be used as a tablet, laptop, or desktop.
At first glance, it looks like a regular 2-in-1 laptop, with its low-profile keyboard and compact design. But the keyboard can be removed, revealing the second half of the main screen and automatically turning the device into an all-in-one desktop. The Specter Fold PC is available from 5,999 euros.
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Alex Cho also announced the HP Envy Move, an ultra-portable all-in-one PC. Featuring a 23.8-inch screen, an integrated handle, it has a battery life of four hours and a storage pocket on the back, intended for the included keyboard, full size with a pad integrated touchscreen. The HP Envy Move will be equipped with an Intel Core i5 13 processore generation, RAM of up to 16 GB and storage space of up to 1 TB. While waiting to know its price and to be able to order it in France, it is already available in the United States at the price of 899 dollars.
Vision S, a webcam designed for streamers
The HP executive then presented the latest offerings from HyperX, the HP branch specializing in gaming peripherals. Best known for its headsets, mice and keyboards, it plans to tackle content creation with the webcam Vision S and the Audio Mixer interface.
Vision S is equipped with an 8-megapixel Sony Starvix IMX415 sensor providing 4K resolution at 30 fps, or 1080p HD at 60 fps. The webcam’s chassis is made of aluminum, and it has a magnetic cover designed for durability and protection against spying.
Close-up of a HyperX Vision S webcam perched on a computer screen. Image: Taylor Clemons/HyperX/ZDNET.
The HyperX Audio Mixer interface was designed for streamers, podcasters and other content creators. But it can also be suitable for amateurs who want to improve their productions. It can connect to XLR or USB microphones as well as a 3.5mm audio input, allowing you to create custom EQ settings for multiple devices and for the main audio.
The HyperX Vision S webcam is available for 259.99 euros, while the Audio Mixer interface will be launched in early 2024.
HP in the professional market
Alex Cho then concluded by introducing a partnership between HP and Poly to create webcams, headsets and speakers for conferencing and enterprise collaboration.
Dave Shull, president of Workforce solutions, then took the stage to highlight the brand’s solutions for hybrid work, including HP’s first-ever refurbished device resale program.
He also demonstrated AI-assisted programs designed to help professionals to multitask – from compiling complex strings of code or calculations to assist data scientists to creating notes to summarize a missed meeting .
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HP SitePrint, the robot printer designed for construction
Tuan Tran, in charge of imaging and printing solutions, closed the Imagine 2023 conference by announcing the latest HP printers designed for businesses.
In particular, he presented the HP SitePrint, a robot printer designed to quickly and accurately produce construction plans on site to reduce the risk of errors or delays.
The company teamed up with Lecia Geosystems, Topcon and Trimble to ensure the SitePrint robot is compatible with existing surveying equipment and navigation systems.
Its price and release date are currently unknown for several countries, including France. But Tuan Tran announced that the robot printer will first be launched in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, where it will be available from 1er november.
Source: ZDNet.com