HP Unveils Its First Enterprise-Class All-in-One PC

PALO ALTO, Calif.–(Business Wire)–
HP (NYSE:HPQ) today introduced its first all-in-one PC as part of the
enterprise-class HP Compaq 6000 Pro family, which offers customers proven
performance and reliability in an easy-to-use, space-saving design that features
integrated collaboration tools.

Ideal for mid-market, corporate and enterprise environments, the new HP Compaq
6000 Pro All-in-One Business PC delivers powerful performance, high-definition
(HD) visuals and energy-saving features that are consistent with the HP Compaq
6000 Pro series PC line. Its one-cord design ensures easy, out-of-the-box setup
and serviceability, removes cable clutter and provides a more functional
workspace in office cubicles and shared environments.

“Our first enterprise-class all-in-one was designed with the reliability,
security, manageability and stability our customers expect from the HP Compaq
6000 Pro series,” said Alan Reed, vice president and general manager, Desktop
PCs, Personal Systems Group, HP. “The 6000 Pro All-in-One offers a great mix of
performance, integrated features and sleek design for no-compromise computing at
a great price.”

Full-function performance, serviceability and built-in security

The HP Compaq 6000 Pro All-in-One boasts impressive performance features,
including a choice of Intel Core 2 Duo processors,(1) Windows 7 Professional 32-
or 64-bit operating system, up to 8 gigabytes (GB) of DDR3 memory,(2) hard
drives up to 1 terabyte(3) and an optional 80-GB solid-state drive.(4) Featuring
a 21.5-inch diagonal full HD LED backlit(5) HP BrightView LCD screen with dual
display capability, the PC offers crisp videoconferencing for face-to-face
communication, maximized through Bluetooth wireless solutions.(4)

Businesses can easily produce and share digital content using the 16x Max
SuperMulti optical drive and slim-tray DVD burner with LightScribe,(6) and they
can take advantage of seven USB ports and an IEEE 1394 FireWire port for easy
data transfer. Additionally, the six-in-one memory card reader, optional MXM
graphics and optional TV tuner offer enhanced multimedia flexibility.(4)

The incorporated display port helps customers conveniently attach to a
high-resolution external monitor or digital signage display,(7) allowing for
better multitasking and workflow. For customers who require added security, the
PC also features PS/2 ports to allow users to disable USB ports on their PCs,
while still using the PS/2 ports for the mouse and keyboard.

The HP Compaq 6000 Pro All-in-One offers easy access to components for
simplified service and upgrades similar to the 6000 Pro series small form factor
and microtower PCs. Sectioned, removable panels on the back of the chassis allow
administrators to easily and efficiently service the PC without incurring
additional downtime.

Businesses also can rely on remote PC access for secure hardware and software
image stability through Intel Standard Manageability, reducing time spent on IT
deployment. Customers receive security benefits using Face Recognition for HP
ProtectTools software(8) with auto-login capabilities and the TPM 1.2-compliant
embedded security chip. Internal intrusion monitoring sensors and optional HP
security locks and cables help protect PCs from theft.(4)

Collaborate in interactive, shared workspaces

The HP Compaq 6000 Pro All-in-One is an ideal communications portal for
multiple-user access in business, healthcare and education environments,
allowing users to share information, collaborate with remote colleagues and
conduct virtual meetings from a single console. Designed for ultimate
flexibility, including compatibility with VESA-compliant mounting solutions for
wall mounts and articulating arms, the 6000 Pro All-in-One features an HD
webcam, dual-array microphone and premium stereo speakers.

The PC also comes standard with a full version of the HP SkyRoom
videoconferencing collaboration tool(9) – a $100 value – and is Microsoft Office
Communicator certified.(10) A trial version of HP Virtual Rooms also is
available for interactive and easy face-to-face video chat.(11)

Compact design and a smaller carbon footprint

Built to deliver lower energy costs and promote a smaller carbon footprint, the
HP Compaq 6000 All-in-One is ENERGY STAR qualified, EPEAT Gold registered and
offers 89 percent energy-efficient power. HP Power Assistant software also comes
standard on the PC, helping businesses maximize energy savings without
interfering with end-user productivity or desktop maintenance.(12) Packaging the
PC in one box, instead of two, results in fewer waste materials and allows for
reduced shipping costs.

Pricing and availability

The HP Compaq 6000 Pro All-in-One Business PC is expected to be available in the
United States on July 16 with a starting price of $899.(13)

The PC includes a three-year on-site limited warranty, next business day service
for parts and labor, and free 24/7 telephone support as well as select HP Care
Pack Services.(14)

About HP

HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on
people, businesses, governments and society. The world`s largest technology
company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing,
software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More
information about HP is available at http://www.hp.com.

(1) 64-bit computing on Intel architecture requires a computer
system with a processor, chipset, BIOS, operating system, device
drivers and applications enabled for Intel 64 architecture.
Processors will not operate (including 32-bit operation) without
an Intel 64 architecture-enabled BIOS. Performance will vary
depending on hardware and software configurations. More
information is available at www.intel.com/info/em64t. Dual Core
is designed to improve performance of certain software products.
Not all customers will necessarily benefit from the use of this
technology. Intel`s numbering is not a measurement of higher
performance.
(2) Maximum memory capacities assume Windows 64-bit operating
systems or Linux. With Windows 32-bit operating systems, memory
above 3 GB may not all be available due to system resource
requirements.
(3) For hard drives, 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. Actual formatted
capacity is less. Up to 8 GB (for XP and XP Pro), up to 10 GB
(for Vista) and up to 16 GB (for Windows 7) of disk space is
reserved for the system recovery software.
(4) Sold separately or as an optional feature.
(5) High-definition content is required to view HD images.
(6) Don`t copy copyright-protected materials. Actual speeds may
vary. Double Layer media compatibility will widely vary with
some home DVD players and DVD-ROM drives. Note that DVD-RAM
cannot read or write to 2.6 GB Single Sided/5.2 Double Sided
-Version 1.0 Media. LightScribe creates a monochrome image.
LightScribe media required and sold separately.
(7) An adapter may be required if the digital signage display or
monitor does not have a DisplayPort video input connector.
(8) Face Recognition for HP ProtectTools requires a webcam and
Microsoft Windows.
(9) HP SkyRoom requires internet access, a webcam, Microsoft
operating system and a minimum of 2 GB memory.
(10) Submitted to Microsoft and pending approval
(11) Wireless access point and internet access required and sold
separately.
(12) Power calculations and cost calculations are estimates. Results
will vary based on variables, which include information provided
by the user, time PC is in different power states (on, standby,
hibernate, off), time PC is on battery or AC, hardware
configuration, variable electricity rates and utilities
provider. HP advises customers to use information reported by HP
Power Assistant for reference only and to validate impact in
their environment. Environmental calculations were based on U.S.
EPA eGrid 2007 data found at www.epa.gov/egrid/. Regional
results will vary.
(13) Estimated U.S. street prices. Actual prices may vary.
(14) Service levels and response times for HP Care Packs may vary
depending on geographic location. Restrictions and limitations
apply. Service starts at date of hardware purchase. Details are
available at www.hp.com/go/carepack.

Intel and Intel Core are registered trademarks of Intel Corp. in the United
States and other countries. Microsoft, Windows and Vista are U.S. registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its
proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. FireWire is a
trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
ENERGY STAR is a registered mark owned by the U.S. government.

This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks,
uncertainties and assumptions. If such risks or uncertainties materialize or
such assumptions prove incorrect, the results of HP and its consolidated
subsidiaries could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements and assumptions. All statements other than statements
of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking
statements, including but not limited to statements of the plans, strategies and
objectives of management for future operations; any statements concerning
expected development, performance or market share relating to products and
services; any statements regarding anticipated operational and financial
results; any statements of expectation or belief; and any statements of
assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Risks, uncertainties and
assumptions include macroeconomic and geopolitical trends and events; the
execution and performance of contracts by HP and its customers, suppliers and
partners; the achievement of expected operational and financial results; and
other risks that are described in HP`s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the
fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2010 and HP`s other filings with the Securities
and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to HP`s Annual Report on Form
10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. HP assumes no obligation and
does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.

© 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained
herein is subject to change without notice.

The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express
warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein
should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be
liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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Asustek joins tablet PC race; launches app store

(Reuters) – Netbook PC pioneer Asustek Computer Inc has become the latest technology company to jump on the tablet PC bandwagon on Monday, joining cross-town rival Acer Inc in jostling with Apple Inc in the nascent sector.

Technology | Media

The tablet PC, to be called the Eee Pad, will run on Intel Corp or ARM Holdings chips, and use Microsoft Corp’s Windows operating system, Chairman Jonney Shih said ahead of the Computex fair, the world’s second-largest PC exhibition.

“The Eee Pad can display Adobe flash for the full web experience, has a USB port and a camera,” Shih said. “We looked at how we could best address the needs of users from all walks of life, and I believe this is the product.”

Apple has not made its iPad or iPhone compatible with Adobe Systems Inc’s popular flash multimedia software, calling it unreliable, a “closed” proprietary system and ill-suited for mobile devices.

The iPad does not have a camera or USB ports.

Asustek did not release pricing details or a potential release date. It has previously showcased products at trade fairs that never made it to sale.

Asustek was also working with Intel and Microsoft to push out its own version of an app store, Shih said, joining other technology companies such as Nokia Corp in trying to beef up their software offerings to compete with Apple.

Shih did not give further details on the format or a launch date for the new app store. Apple has an online offering of more than 200,000 applications while Google Inc’s Android has about 38,000.

“It’s all about the platform if Asustek really wants to do well in this field,” said Edward Yen, an analyst at UBS. “I’m sure the hardware is fine, but the biggest question now is how it’s going to attract enough users to create the critical mass needed for an app store.”

(Reporting by Kelvin Soh; Editing by Chris Lewis)

Asustek joins tablet PC race; launches app store

May 31 (Reuters) – Netbook PC pioneer Asustek Computer Inc (2357.TW) has become the latest technology company to jump on the tablet PC bandwagon on Monday, joining cross-town rival Acer Inc (2353.TW) in jostling with Apple Inc (AAPL.O) in the nascent sector.

Stocks | Global Markets

The tablet PC, to be called the Eee Pad, will run on Intel Corp (INTC.O) or ARM Holdings (ARM.L) chips, and use Microsoft Corp’s (MSFT.O) Windows operating system, Chairman Jonney Shih said ahead of the Computex fair, the world’s second-largest PC exhibition.

“The Eee Pad can display Adobe flash for the full web experience, has a USB port and a camera,” Shih said. “We looked at how we could best address the needs of users from all walks of life, and I believe this is the product.”

Apple has not made its iPad or iPhone compatible with Adobe Systems Inc’s (ADBE.O) popular flash multimedia software, calling it unreliable, a “closed” proprietary system and ill-suited for mobile devices. [ID:nN29109986]

The iPad does not have a camera or USB ports.

Asustek did not release pricing details or a potential release date. It has previously showcased products at trade fairs that never made it to sale.

Asustek was also working with Intel and Microsoft to push out its own version of an app store, Shih said, joining other technology companies such as Nokia Corp (NOK1V.HE) in trying to beef up their software offerings to compete with Apple.

Shih did not give further details on the format or a launch date for the new app store. Apple has an online offering of more than 200,000 applications while Google Inc’s (GOOG.O) Android has about 38,000.

“It’s all about the platform if Asustek really wants to do well in this field,” said Edward Yen, an analyst at UBS. “I’m sure the hardware is fine, but the biggest question now is how it’s going to attract enough users to create the critical mass needed for an app store.” (Reporting by Kelvin Soh; Editing by Chris Lewis)

Acer announces new notebooks from its Aspire series

The leading computer manufacturer in the world – Acer has announced two new laptops from its Aspire series. The Taipei, Taiwan based company has announced Acer Aspire 3935-6504 and Acer Aspire 8935G notebooks.

The Acer Aspire 3935-6504 is 13-inch ultraportable slim easy-to-carry notebook; it weighs about 2 kg (4.1 pounds). The Aspire 3935 notebook features 13.3-inch HD Acer CineCrystal LED screen, with 1368 x 768 resolution, multi-touch trackpad, and nice keyboard. The Aspire 3935 comes with 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7350 processor, 3MB L2 cache and 1066MHz FSB.

The Aspire 3935 notebook is also equipped with the Intel Mobile GM45 Express chipset and Intel GMA 4500MHD. The Aspire 3935 has the 3072MB DDR2 1066MHz RAM and comes with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 over a 250GB SATA HDD. The notebook also features a dual-layer DVD SuperMulti drive, WiFi (802.11 a/g/n), 3 USB ports, a 5-in-1 card reader, and a 4-cell battery. The Acer Aspire 3935-6504 is priced at $899 (approximately Rs. 45,000).

The Acer Aspire 8935G is a larger multimedia notebook featuring a big 18.4-inch HD Acer CineCrystal LED screen and weighing around 4.6 kg (10.1 pounds). The Aspire
8935G notebook is powered by Intel Core 2 Duo and ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4670 graphics card. The Aspire 8935G runs Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1. The notebook features trackpad and a dual-layer combo Blu-ray drive. The other features of the notebook include Wifi (802.11 a/g/n), and an 8-cell battery. The company hasn’t yet disclosed the price of the Aspire 8935G, which is expected to be available in June, in United States.

Acer Rolls Out Aspire One D150 Netbook In India

Acer Rolls Out Aspire One D150 Netbook In India To add more to its wardrobe, Acer recently has launched the new 10.1-inch Aspire One D150 laptop in the Indian market.

The latest version of the Acer Aspire One comes with a 10.1 WSVGA LCD display featuring Acer CrystalBrite technology. Moreover, the laptop has the ability to put 2 GB of memory.

The new 10.1-inch Aspire One D150 laptop packs in the new edition of the Atom processor N270 having a slightly higher clock speed of 1.60GHz, and backs memory at a fast rate.

The Aspire One also packs in an Intel 945GSE chipset with Intel GMA950 graphics.

It includes Windows XP with Service Pack 3 pre-loaded in the AOD150 as compared to Linpus Linux Lite OS that comes with the earlier models.

The new features attached to it include a multi-touch trackpad and a six-cell Li-ion battery.

The new model, which has a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels, has a built-in Acer Crystal Eye Webcam, and its keyboard has a cool feel, smoother then ever before.

The Aspire One has a collection of ports including two USB ports on the right side of the case, while the left has a third, plus an Ethernet port, VGA output connector, two integrated stereo speakers, and a slot flash memory cards (Multi-in-1 card reader SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)

Other amazing features of Aspire One include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Acer Crystal Eye Webcam, and many others.

In terms of performance, the Aspire One D150′s performance levels nearly equals the Lenovo IdeaPad S10e and other netbooks falling in the 10-inch screen category.

Available in Blue Black and Red colour, Aspire One D150 is priced at just Rs 20,999. It will be available in Croma outlets from March 20 across India.

Inspiron Mini 12 launched by Dell in Japan

Inspiron Mini 12 launched by Dell in JapanDell Inspiron Mini 12 was launched on Sunday. According to Dell, Inspiron 12 will be available in the U.S. by mid- November.

Inspiron Mini 12 is the first notebook that has a 12 – inch screen. The newest model from Dell with competer with 10 inches notebooks by Lenovo, IdeaPAd S10 and MSI Wind. The resolution of the screen would be 1,280 by 800. It is shaped like a wedge, 9 by 11.8 by 0.92 inches.

It weighs 2.7 pounds and is powered by 3- cell battery. Intel’s Atom Z520 1.33-GHz processor or the Z530 1.6-GHz 2-watt Menlo Silverthorn processors power the Mini 12.

The Mini 12′s feature set includes three USB ports, a multicard reader, Ethernet, VGA-Out, and a 1.3-megapixel camera. Hard drives have a choice between 40GB, 60GB, and 80GB. Although it doesn’t have the antenna infrastructure to support WWAN, an empty slot is available for it. But it has in built Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.