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HP Launches New Windows 11 Devices Designed to Bring People Closer
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HP Inc. introduced its newest devices, displays and accessories, designed for people who want technology that enables them to seamlessly switch between productivity, creativity, entertainment, and collaboration – regardless of location.
They include the HP Spectre x360 16 inch 2-in 1 Laptop PC, HP ENVY 34-inch All-in-One Desktop PC, and the HP 11-inch Tablet PC, among others.
PCs are now more important than ever as people settle into a new way of life. According to a recent HP study, 36% of respondents say they will continue watching TV, movies, and videos as much as they did in 2020.
One-third of users say they expect to continue using their PCs for video calls to connect with others to take meetings, network, or have happy hours with friends. And 73% of respondents want a device that offers enough power and professional features to express themselves creatively.
“The last 18 months has forever changed how we work, learn, and play – now more than ever, consumers need devices with the latest technologies to keep up with their lifestyle,” said Josephine Tan, Global Head and General Manager, Consumer PCs at HP Inc.
“We are excited that this powerful combination of HP and Windows 11 will give consumers the best consumption, collaboration, and creation experiences to bring them closer to the people and things they love.”
One of the new devices is the HP Spectre x360 16 inch 2-in 1 Laptop PC, available in nocturne blue with celestial blue accents, and nightfall black with pale brass accents, offers a PC to easily consume, collaborate, and create with the people and things you love.
It comes with the world’s first 16” laptop PC with an integrated, intelligent 5 MP camera which makes it easy to log-in using Windows Hello.
Its other unique feature is the HP GlamCam in the HP Command Center which elevates the video call experience. Enable Beauty Mode to touch up skin, teeth, and eyes. Get up and take a break mid-call with Auto Frame.
Whether streaming the latest movie or editing the perfect image, the 16:10 ratio and up to UHD+OLED display with VESA True Black HDR and 100% colour calibration brings bold details and visuals to life. Experience an extra 22 mm of viewing space compared to the 15-inch version with the 91% screen-to-body ratio.
Other amazing features of the new HP Spectre x360 16 inch 2-in 1 Laptop PC, include the newly designed quad speakers for higher volume, more balanced treble, along with AI Noise Removal that mutes any background noise; superb performance enabled by Intel® Evo™ verified platform, 11th Gen Intel®️ Core™️ i7 Processor, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, up to Wi-Fi 6E with Network Booster and Bluetooth 5.2, and up to 17 hours of battery life.
This is the first HP consumer notebook made with recycled CNC aluminum, also features a sustainably made keyboard, bezels and a speaker box made with ocean-bound plastic, along with molded fiber packaging to help reduce the environmental impact. It also has EPEAT® Gold & ENERGY STAR® ratings.
The HP ENVY 34-inch All-in-One Desktop PC is a product designed for creators who desire a powerful hub with a high-resolution screen and incredible performance to bring their creations to life.
The device also comes in handy for many creators who experience the greatest level of productivity to complete multiple tasks when given an ultra-wide display versus a laptop, a single external monitor, and even a dual monitor set-up.
These insights led to the development of the HP ENVY 34-inch All-in-One Desktop PC., which enables creators fit more of what they want into their creative process.
It also comes with height-adjustable display; the wider display with its 21:9 ratio micro-edge display reducing time wasted in scrolling or switching to different windows and allows the user to focus on a single task.
Other exciting new features include an immersive experience, made possible with the ultra-sharp details and anti-reflection coating of the world’s first 34-inch All-in-One with 5K display, and true colour accuracy with factory colour calibration and 98% DCI-P3; the world’s first All-in-One with a detachable, magnetic camera – which features an advanced 16 MP binning technology and 2 μm pixel sensor.
The HP 11 inch Tablet PC is a thin and light device optimised for touch and designed for productivity and creativity on the go.
Share your experiences in real time using the world’s first tablet with rotatable camera and world’s first tablet with 13 MP front camera, which allows users to go from selfie mode to a world-view mode in an instant, or even to the desktop view for real-time sharing during video calls.
The company’s first Windows 11 tablet PC allows you to leverage Windows 11 Snap Layouts in both landscape and portrait mode using the innovative built-in kickstand to view content, edit between two apps, and share content while on a video call.
Increase productivity with the optional detachable magnetic keyboard that can also work in portrait and landscape mode, or discover new ways to collaborate and create with ease using the optional HP Rechargeable Tilt Pen, HP Palette software, and Windows Ink. Seamlessly move between devices to create, work, and play with the HP Tablet and its SuperSpeed USB Type-C® port.
Other new Windows 11 devices offered by HP – which are composed of post-consumer recycled plastics, EPEAT® Silver or Gold registered, ENERGY STAR® certified, and wrapped in 100% sustainably sourced and recyclable packaging – include: HP 14 inch Laptop PC, HP Reversible Protective Sleeve, HP Pavilion All-in-One Desktop PC and HP All-in-One Desktop PC.
Along with the company’s new premium and mainstream PCs, HP will also begin shipping devices with Windows 11 across its existing portfolio beginning later this fall.
Whether it’s for work or play, many are searching for that perfect monitor that combines productivity and immersion. In a recent HP study, respondents found they were up to 33% more focused when using a larger versus a smaller screen.
The HP U32 4K HDR Monitor lets avid creators see every detail and bring their entire vision to life. This stunning 31.5-inch diagonal 4K HDR monitor features precise and true-to-life, factory-calibrated colour gamut with 99% sRGB and 98% DCI-P3, ideal for editing photos or creating intricate designs.
The HP M34d WQHD Curved Monitor is a fully immersive 34-inch diagonal display complete with integrated speakers and a WQHD resolution for multitaskers to collaborate while working or enjoying the latest entertainment with friends.
Both monitors offer a clutter-free space with the unified USB-C® cable that can handle both data and power for the monitors when connected to a laptop. Stay comfortable all day long with a low blue light filter and stand adjustability. Create and consume content responsibly with a monitor that’s sustainably made, built with recycled plastics.
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Schmidt, Ex Google Chief Says AI Risky in Terrorist Hands
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Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO has expressed concerns about the extreme risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) falling into the hands of terrorists or rogue states.
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He warned that nations such as North Korea, Iran, and Russia could adopt AI technologies to develop weapons capable of causing significant harm, including biological weapons.
Schmidt urged governments to oversee private tech companies, emphasising, “The real fears I have are not the ones most people discuss about AI, I talk about extreme risk.”
“I’m always worried about an ‘Osama Bin Laden’ scenario, where truly evil individuals take control of some aspect of modern life to harm innocent people,” he added.
With private companies driving AI advancements, he stressed the need for careful government monitoring and regulation. “It’s really important that governments understand what we’re doing and keep their eye on us,” he said.
His remarks followed a two-day AI summit in Paris, where the UK and the U.S. declined to sign a communiqué outlining the future direction of AI. The declaration on “inclusive and sustainable artificial intelligence for people and the planet” was endorsed by 57 countries, including India, China, the Vatican, the EU, and the African Union Commission.
The UK justified its decision, stating that the agreement lacked “practical clarity” on global AI governance and national security concerns.
Schmidt supports U.S. export controls restricting the sale of advanced AI microchips to certain countries, aiming to slow adversaries’ progress in AI research.
He also highlights the importance of international collaboration on AI safety, suggesting that cooperation with nations like China is essential to addressing global AI challenges.
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OpenAI CEO Rejects $97.4Bn Takeover Bid from Elon Musk
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Sam Altman, chief executive of ChatGPT-owner OpenAI, has firmly declared the company “not for sale” following a $97.4bn (£78.4bn) takeover bid from a consortium led by Elon Musk.
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Elon Musk
Speaking at the AI Action Summit in Paris, Altman emphasised OpenAI’s mission to develop AGI (artificial general intelligence) for the benefit of humanity.
Marc Toberoff, attorney for Elon Musk, confirmed the bid submission on Monday.
In response, Altman humorously offered to buy Twitter for $9.74 billion on Musk’s platform.
Unlike many tech giants, OpenAI is not publicly traded but operates through a complex partnership between non-profit and for-profit entities.
Musk aims to return OpenAI to its non-profit roots, despite owning a rival firm, xAI.
Christie Pitts, a tech investor, expressed scepticism about Musk’s intentions, noting his competitive interests.
Altman echoed this sentiment, suggesting Musk’s move disregards OpenAI’s mission.
Altman, who holds no stock in OpenAI, advocates transforming the organisation into a fully for-profit company to raise more funds for AI research.
Although the board has the final say, the $97.4bn offer falls short of OpenAI’s previous $157bn valuation and rumoured $300bn in future funding talks.
Toberoff stated the consortium might increase their bid. Meanwhile, OpenAI is collaborating with Oracle, a Japanese investment firm, and an Emirati sovereign wealth fund on “The Stargate Project,” a $500 billion AI infrastructure initiative announced by President Donald Trump.
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Adobe Launches AI Video Tool to Compete with OpenAI
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Adobe yesterday released the first public version of an artificial intelligence tool that can generate video clips and revealed how much it will charge, but said it will not set pricing for major users such as studios until later this year.
The Firefly Video Model, as Adobe is calling the service, will compete against Sora, a model developed by ChatGPT creator OpenAI, and startup Runway, both of which currently offer video-generation services. Facebook owner Meta Platforms has also developed a video-generation AI model but has not given a timeline for when it will be released.
Adobe’s model differs from its rivals because it is geared toward generating clips that will fit into how film and television studios use Premiere Pro, its flagship video editing software.
To that end, many of the features that Adobe is emphasizing revolve around feeding existing shots into the video model and asking it to generate clips that fix or expand on shots that were taken on a real production set but that did not come out quite right.
Adobe said the service will generate five-second clips at 1080p resolution. While that is shorter than the clips of up to 20 seconds generated by OpenAI’s service, Adobe executives said the majority of individual clips in most productions are only three seconds.
Adobe said a user can generate 20 clips per month for $9.99 and 70 clips for $29.99. That compares with 50 videos for $20 per month with OpenAI’s plan at lower resolution and a $200 OpenAI plan that can handle longer, higher resolution videos.
Adobe is also working on a “Premium” pricing plan for studios and other high-volume video users and will release those pricing details later this year. Alexandru Costin, Adobe’s vice president of generative AI, said the company is working to generate 4K video and will remain focused on quality rather than longer clips.
“We actually think that great motion, great structure, great definition scheme, making the actual clip look like it was film, is more important than making a longer clip that’s unusable,” Costin told Reuters.
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