HP announces the Pavilion Aero 13 Laptop PC, here is everything you need to know about the new device. The Pavilion Aero is a 13.3-inch ultra-light laptop powered by an AMD Zen 3 core architecture mobile processor. It takes the premium look and feel of HP’s ENVY and Spectre devices and brings the design to the Pavilion.
HP says it weighs under 1 kg and is the lightest consumer laptop. It comes in a full magnesium-aluminium chassis with a 16:10 micro-edge display. The PC has a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio with 10 percent more viewing space than the 16:9 ratio. It also sports a four-sided narrow bezel on the 13.3-inch diagonal display.
The Aero 13 is an AMD exclusive and will have AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 series processors with AMD Radeon graphics. With 8 or 16 GB of onboard memory and 512 GB SSD storage. HP says the device will launch with Windows 10 but will be ready to upgrade to Windows 11 when it becomes available later this year. It has a superspeed USB C port that delivers a 10Gbps signalling rate. That can be used to transfer data, charge the device or as a DisplayPort.
HP Pavilion Aero 13 is expected to be available in July, retail prices start at $749. There will be four-color models to choose from, Pale Rose Gold, Warm Gold, Ceramic White, and Natural Silver.
Check out the full device specifications of the Pavilion Aero 13 below.
65/45 W smart AC power adapter, 3-cell, 43 Wh Li-ion polymer, 10.5 hours usage
Audio
Audio by B&O; Dual speakers; HP Audio Boost
Port
1 USB Type-C, 2 USB Type-A, 1 HDMI 2.0, 1 AC smart pin, 1 headphone/microphone combo, Micro SD
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HP is emphasizing its global commitment to the environment at GITEX Technology Week 2019 in Dubai. Showcasing its latest sustainable products and services as well as a show stand it will recycle at the end of the trade show.
Firstly after the event HP will be recycle its to make chairs and tables for schools. Secondly there is the world’s first cartridge free printer, the HP Neverstop Laser made of twenty five percent recycled plastic on display. There is also the new HP Dragonfly, the worlds first laptop to contain ocean-bound plastics.
Fadle Saad, HP Regional Manager for GCC, Levant and Egypt talked about building sustainable products and services. Mentioning HP has locally introduced some of the most sustainable products. Successfully running a great recycling campaign.
“At HP, sustainability is deeply embedded in our business strategy, our thinking and our company culture. This clearly reflects on the products and solutions we are showcasing at GITEX this year. For us, GITEX is not only about displaying new technology, but also focusing on sustainable ones.”
HP unveils 2019 edition of its Spectre x360 laptop.
HP says consumers increasingly are concerned about their privacy and want a single device for their work and personal tasks. The new generation HP Spectre x360 13 laptop looks to satisfy that need.
It is designed in an aluminium body, has an almost borderless display and runs on the latest Intel processors. Giving you that premium laptop feel and experience with great performance .
Check the design from the video below.
HP Spectre x360 13 Laptop Specification
Operating System
Windows 10
Display
4K OLED 13-inch diagonal display with True Black HDR or FHD display
Processor
Quad-core 10th Gen Intel Core processor with Iris plus Graphics
RAM
16GB LPDDR4X RAM 8GB LPDDR4-3200 SDRAM
Storage
512GB / 1 TB SSD
Network
Intel Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and optional 4×4 Gigabit LTE
Weight
Others
SD Card reader, Web cam kill switch, Backlit Keyboard, USB Type-C, Battery life up to 22 hours
Answering security concerns HP is introducing 3 new security features. – HP Sure View Privacy screen – Mic Mute button – Webcam Kill Switch
The device will start selling at $1,099 for the basic configuration and will be available in October at HP.com.
What do you think about this new PC from HP? Will you be getting one? Let’s know what you think, share your thoughts in the comments.
HP announces new Spectre Folio convertible Laptop that it says creates an unrivaled PC experience
At an unveiling, HP showed a device that seeks to revinent premium, reset expectations and create something completely new. A device that Stacy Wolff, HP’s Global Head of System Design calls “Modern vintage meets technology”. He said it is simple yet sophisticated, casual yet professional.
A stunning new device that sets a bold standard for premium PC innovation.
It can sit in four positions. HP says you can move it from the creation mode to the consumer mode. With making this device Stacy Wolff said we wanted a material that has that timeless quality. Something that changes the premium from Aluminum. He was quick to add that this is not a PC wrapped in leather but a PC made of leather.
Let’s take a look at the HP Spectre Folio
The device comes with an 8th generation Intel Core i7 Y series processor, up to 16 GB RAM and configurable to 2 TB of storage. An LTE device, offering eSIM or nano SIM with about 18 hours of battery life. It comes in a 13″ display size with a full size backlit keyboard and an HP digital Pen included. It currently comes in two colours; Cognac brown and Bordeau Burgundy.
Microsoft’s device partners outdoor modern and lasting Windows 10 PCs at this years Consumer Electronics Show event.
This year’s event introduces a new breed of devices as Microsoft shifts to a new work culture. A culture of Always On and Always Connected devices that hopefully will encourage creativity and innovation.
CVP Terry Myerson shared his experience in a blog post;
“As I walked the floor and met with our partners, it’s been amazing to see the amount of innovation in the Windows ecosystem
and the trends that will unlock creativity and empower
a new culture of work in 2018 and beyond.”
The guys over at Neowin go hands on with a couple of the devices at the Microsoft Partner showcase at CES 2018.
Below are a few of the announced Windows 10 PCs.
Acer Swift 7
The worlds thinnest Laptop
It comes at 8.98 mm thin, powered by a 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor, promising 10 hours to all-day battery life. It has a built-in Intel XMM 4G LTE connectivity, trusted 4G LTE connection and features the new eSIM technology. 256 GB of PCIe SSD storage, 8 GB LPDDR3 and fingerprint reader. A 14″ HD IPS5 display, Corning® Gorilla® Glass NBT™ touchscreen and touchpad with backlit keyboard.
Acer says the Swift 7 will be available in North America in March and April for EMEA market. Pricing starts at US$1,699 for north America and at €1,699 for EMEA regions.
Dell XPS 15 2-in-1
Thinner, lighter and more powerful mobile device. Rocking design and performance.
It comes with the 8th Gen Intel® Core™ processor with AMD Radeon™ RX Vega M graphics with a stunning InfinityEdge 4K Ultra HD display.
The Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 will be available in April starting at $1,299.99 Check out more images here.
Samsung Notebook 7 Spin
A Flexible PC for Everyday Users.
Comes powered by an 8th Gen. Intel i5 processor, 8GB and 256GB SSD storage.
It has a 360 degree touchscreen for added convenience, an Active Pen support with secure Finger print login. Starts selling in select countries in the first quarter of 2018.
HP ENVY x2
Impossibly thin, incredibly durable and world’s longest battery life in a Windows detachable.
Runs on a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 835 Mobile PC platform, 8 GB LPDDR4X PoP memory and 256 GB of storage. Very thin at 6.9 mm, weighs 1.54 lbs, 12.3″ diagonal touch WUXGA+ display with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 4. It promises ultra speeds with the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ X16 LTE modem supports 4G LTE and about 20 hours of battery life.
Visit the Microsoft CES 2018 partner news page for more on device announcements. What do you think about the new devices? Share your thoughts with us.
