Published on July 17th, 2024 | by Adrian Gunning
HP Takes AI Leadership to the Next Level
HP Inc. today introduced a new innovation — HP’s highest performance AI PC1. This announcement expands HP’s efforts to make AI real for companies and people with new and transformative AI experiences across the company’s PCs, software, and partner ecosystem.
HP is empowering everyone, from corporate knowledge workers to freelancers and students, to unlock the power of AI. “AI is poised to be the most significant driver of change over the next decade, ushering in a new era of innovation driven not just by information, but actionable insights,” said Alex Cho, President, Personal Systems, HP Inc. “HP is making AI real for companies with solutions for people with our first HP OmniBook Ultra.”
Experiencing AI on HP PCs
As new possibilities are unlocked daily with AI, consumers on the bleeding edge of AI revolution have a new tool in the toolbox to run workloads faster, customise models, and maintain privacy – all locally on the device.
Meet the first HP OmniBook Ultra 14-inch Next Gen AI PC. This device:
- Inspires without compromise: Unleash endless creativity with the device’s AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 series processor with integrated AMD Radeon™ 800M graphics.[i] Its powerful NPU[ii] offers unparalleled performance and up to 21 hours of battery life.[iii]
- Supercharges productivity: The OmniBook Ultra is co-engineered with AMD to enable up to 55 TOPS of NPU performance. HP AI Companion optimises the device for greater productivity and brings AI tools and solutions onto the device. [iv] It will soon offer expanded functionality for managing PC settings and troubleshooting HP products.
- Enables immersive and seamless collaboration: Experience life uninterrupted with collaboration tools like an AI-enabled, high-resolution 9 MP camera using the Poly Camera Pro app and Windows Studio Effects.[v]
- Protects from threats: Industry-leading protection and capabilities of Wolf Security found on HP’s commercial devices are now available on the HP OmniBook Ultra. The unique security chip allows the PC’s core to self-heal from AI-assisted cyberattacks while keeping data private and users productive.
- Future-proofed technology that’s sustainable: The OmniBook Ultra will have a free update to Copilot+ PC experiences when available from Microsoft.[vi] And the device is designed using up to 90% recycled metals and 5% ocean-bound plastics to help reduce environmental impact.[vii]
For consumers who need a performant all-in-one device for both creation and entertainment, the first HP OmniStudio X 27- and 31.5-inch All-In-One Desktop PCs deliver a sleek modern design with built-in AI features:
- Productivity powerhouse: Experience the raw power of the device’s three engines (CPU, GPU, and NPU) to accelerate AI applications. Create and collaborate like never before with up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processors and optional NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4050 GPU (6 GB GDDR6 dedicated) to best optimize intensive workflows like photo and video editing.
- Adaptable design: Productivity and entertainment have never been more customizable on HP’s most adaptive AI All-in-One[viii] with its height-adjustable stand and new USB Type-C with DP-in/out. The USB-C connection supports video, audio, data, keyboard, and mouse control, and it can be used as a laptop docking station to take advantage of the large display. Its AI-powered wellness features like screen time and distance reminders help reduce fatigue. Presence sensing adds additional privacy and peace of mind whether working at home or in open spaces.
- Entertain and collaborate: With its massive 4K screen, 5 MP camera, Poly Studio audio, and Adaptive audio, the HP OmniStudio X 31.5 is HP’s most immersive experience AI All-in-One[ix] and the first All-in-One to receive an IMAX Enhanced certification[x] for the ultimate visual and sound experience.
- Sustainability in any size: Little things make a big difference with the OmniStudio X AIO, which uses 25% recycled metals and 35% post-consumer recycled plastics. It also has EPEAT® Gold with Climate+ and ENERGY STAR® certifications.[xi]
HP is also working closely with the rapidly growing ecosystem of software developers building powerful AI solutions for consumers and businesses. As part of this effort, Beautiful.ai and Polymer will supercharge productivity, and Luminar Neo will accelerate creative editing – all part of future updates to HP AI Companion. HP is also collaborating with Omnibridge, Loccus.ai, and Virtual Sapiens to deliver easier, seamless, and accessible experiences with AI on HP AI PCs.
Pricing and Availability[xii]
- The HP OmniBook Ultra 14-inch Next Gen AI PC is expected to be available Late Sept on HP.com for a starting price of $2999, The device will also be available at JB Hi Fi and Harvey Norman.
- The HP OmniStudio X 27- and 31.5-inch All-In-One Desktop PCs are expected to be available late Early October on HP.com for a starting price of $2699.