Hewlett-Packard a anuntat luni desktop-ul de ultima generatie All-in-One Spectre ONE, un gadget futurist cu un pret pe masura – 1.299 dolari.
Desktopul, ce ruleaza Windows 8, masoara doar 11,5 milimetri in grosime si are un ecran de 23 de inchi. AiO vine cu ultimele procesoare Intel, numai putin de 6 GB de memorie RAM si doua harduri in functie de configuratie – unul de 750 GB si altul de 1 TB.
Sunetul este unul performant, de la Beats Audio, iar camera web este o HP TrueVision. Touchpad-ul este unul multitouch cu gesture support.
Spectre ONE va include si tehnologia NFC care, de exemplu, va permite utilizatorilor sa se logheze pe desktop prin apasarea unui buton de pe smartphone.
HP Spectre ONE All-in-One PC va fi lansat oficial pe 14 noiembrie la preturi care pleaca de la 1.299 dolari.
Tot luni, HP a prezentat si alte doua desktop-uri HP ENVY 23 si ENVY 20 TouchSmart AiO, cu display-uri de 20 si 23 de inchi, procesoare Intel si harduri de pana la 2 TB. ENVY 20 TouchSmart va costa 849 de dolari iar ENVY 23 TouchSmart 1.099 dolari. Ambele vor fi lansate pe 23 octombrie, cu trei zile inainte de lansarea oficiala a noului sistem de operare Windows 8.
In fine, HP a prezentat si un desktop ceva mai ieftin – HP Pavilion 20, cu un pret de 499 de dolari si care va fi lansat tot pe 23 octombrie. Gadgetul are un ecran de 20 de inchi, vine, in functie de configuratie, cu procesoare Intel si AMD, HP Connected Remote si un spatiu de stocare de pana la 2TB.
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HP Introduces New Consumer All-in-One PCs with Advanced Touch Technology, Ultraslim Designs
PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 10, 2012 — HP today announced four new consumer all-in-one (AiO) PCs, including two additions to the HP ENVY line that feature the latest touch- technology innovation in a small footprint, one-cord solution.
- The new HP ENVY 23 and ENVY 20 TouchSmart AiO PCs continue HP’s leadership in touch technology, offering 10-point multitouch technology and beautifully simple designs.
- The incredibly thin and stunningly elegant HP Spectre ONE is the first AiO PC to join the premium HP Spectre product family.
- The new HP Pavilion 20 is a powerful non-touch AiO PC built for value-conscious consumers.
“The clean look of an all-in-one PC and the ease of one-cord set-up are key reasons customers turn to HP,” said James Mouton, senior vice president and general manager, Personal Computer Global Business Unit, HP. “The SpectreONE design is art as well as a powerful entertainment hub. Across our rich line of all-in-ones, we continue to drive value and differentiation that have earned us sales of more than 5 million all-in-ones.”
HP all-in-ones with the power of touch
HP has built on its expertise with enhanced HP TouchSmart technology to make working, playing and staying connected as easy as a tap here or a swipe there. Designed to work with Microsoft® Windows® 8, the new HP ENVY 23 and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart PCs deliver excellent performance and the capability of sensing up to 10 fingers on the screen for intuitive navigation, on-screen typing and playing games.
The HP ENVY 23 and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart PCs offer 23- and 20-inch diagonal high- definition (HD) displays,(1) respectively. They come equipped with the latest Intel® processors, optional ExpressCache(2) and solid state drives (SSDs), and up to 3 terabytes(3) of storage for photos, videos and music. The ExpressCache SSD option provides users with fast boot-up and application start times.
For added entertainment, the HP ENVY 23 and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart PCs offer Beats AudioTM and exclusive HP innovations such as the HP TrueVision HD webcam, HP Connected Photo,(4) HP Connected Backup(5) and HP Connected Music powered by Meridian.(6)
HP Connected Photo seamlessly syncs photos from a smartphone to the PC and stores them in their native resolution. HP Connected Music allows consumers to experience music downloads, streaming services and internet radio all in one convenient place. HP Connected Backup allows customers to seamlessly access and automatically back up files online for every day search, retrieval and access.
The HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart also offers HP Connected Remote,(5) which delivers the ultimate audiovisual experience by turning a smartphone or tablet into a remote control, enabling users to wirelessly control music, videos and photos.
Art intersects technology with HP SpectreONE
The HP SpectreONE AiO PC has a gorgeous ultraslim design complemented by a 23.6-inch flush-glass full HD display(1) and a unique curved back. At just 11.5 millimeters thin, the HP SpectreONE is the thinnest AiO PC in HP’s portfolio, and one of the thinnest AiO PCs available on the market today.
An accompanying stylish wireless trackpad, designed specifically for the HP SpectreONE, offers users freedom of movement with multitouch capabilities. Users can scroll, swipe and tap their way through the new Windows 8 environment.
As powerful as it is beautiful, the HP SpectreONE features the latest Intel processors, an NVIDIA 1-gigabyte graphics card, optional ExpressCache(2) and optional SSD. It also delivers connectivity with HP’s TouchZone near-field communication (NFC) technology and a full array of ports, including two USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, HDMI-in and a Beats Audio headphones jack. With HP’s TouchZone NFC technology, users simply tap a smartphone or NFC tags on the base of the HP SpectreONE to instantly transfer content or login to the PC.
An entertainment powerhouse, the HP SpectreONE offers Beats Audio, an HP TrueVision HD webcam and the new HP Connected Remote,(5) HP Connected Photo(4) and HP Connected Music.(6) Full versions of Adobe Photoshop® Elements 10 and Adobe Premiere Elements 10 are provided to give users additional photo- and video-editing capabilities.
The HP SpectreONE is bundled with several services at no additional cost. To safeguard confidential data and thwart cyberthreats, the HP SpectreONE PC includes a two-year subscription to Norton Internet Security.(7) The SpectreONE also gives users support from a dedicated team of experts, and 90 days of complimentary HP SmartFriend Services.(8) HP SmartFriend Services provides stress-free assistance with PC setup and answers to all how-to questions. Customers receive prioritized treatment with a direct number, minimum wait time, extended support hours and follow-up calls. Users also can choose to receive online chat support with remote assistance.
All-in-one simplicity at a great value
For users craving the ease and space-saving design of an HP AiO PC at a great value, the HP Pavilion 20 AiO PC packs a 20-inch diagonal HD display(1) in an attractive easel design. The HP Pavilion 20 joins the recently announced HP Pavilion 23 AiO PC and offers intuitive features, including an HP TrueVision HD webcam, to keep users connected to family and friends.(5)
The HP Pavilion 20 also offers the new HP Connected Remote,(5) HP Connected Photo(4) and HP Connected Music.(6)
This new array of AiO PCs follows an Aug. 30 announcement of new touch notebooks, all designed to work with Windows 8. Additional PCs and a tablet made for business will be announced in the coming weeks.
Pricing and availability(9)
- The HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart AiO PCs are expected to be available in theUnited Statesin October at starting prices of $999 and $799, respectively.
- The HP SpectreONE is expected to be available in theUnited Statesin November with a starting price of $1,299.
- The HP Pavilion 20 is expected to be available in theUnited Statesin October with a starting price of $449.