
HP rolls out new AI-powered laptops and desktops for enterprises
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AI PCs devices that directly integrate AI capabilities into hardware and software are rapidly taking over the PC market; some analysts have gone so far as to designate 2025 the Year of the AI PC.HP is the latest vendor to join the fray. It announced today at its HP Amplify 2025 partner conference that it has completely redesigned its mobile and desktop computers to meet the demands of mainstream enterprise workers, and its fully revamped portfolio is now populated with AI PCs.The way we work now is more demanding than ever, Cory McElroy, HPs VP for commercial product management, said in a press pre-briefing. The expectations are different. Its not enough that devices work well; we need our devices to anticipate our needs and actually help us through our day-to-day.The new enterprise devices include both laptops and desktops. Heres a brief look at the offerings:ProBook 4 AI PCsThe HP ProBook 4 G1i and ProBook 4 G1a (the i and a indicate whether the device is powered by an Intel or AMD processor) target remote workers and road warriors who, HP said, need to get productive with advanced tech, AI workstyles, and multi-layered security.They offer up to 32GB SDRAM and up to 1TB of storage, with the option to add a second SSD of up to 256GB to the AMD version. Each processor version can be configured with a 14 inch or 16 inch display.EliteBook 6 AI PCsThe EliteBook 6 G1i and EliteBook 6 G1a are designed for frontline professionals and office support staff, HP said, and offer multiple display sizes: 13 inch, 14 inch, and 16 inch screens for the Intel model, and 14 inches or 16 inches for the AMD versions.Although they dont qualify as Copilot+ PCs, they are robustly configured with up to 64GB of DDR5 SDRAM and up to 2TB of storage.Both Intel and AMD models are equipped with enhanced conferencing and collaboration features, including Poly Camera Pro, which now uses the NPU for many of its advanced features to save power.EliteBook 8 AI PCs The EliteBook 8 series offers neural processing unit (NPU) options capable of up to 50 trillion operations per second (TOPS), qualifying some models to be designated Copilot+ PCs and, HP said, providing up to 224% better power efficiency and 43X faster AI image generation than previous generations without NPUs. The series offers up to 64GB DDR5 memory, up to 2TB of storage, and, as with all of HPs PCs, endpoint security is built in.McElroy pointed to new levels of serviceability and intentional design, as the mobile devices are modular. Once the bottom cover is removed, vertical components such as battery, fans, storage or other key elements can be much more easily removed than in previous traditional designs, he explained, to make it easier for enterprise IT to maintain the devices.HPs desktop series, EliteDesk 8, is now AI-powered as well, and the company also said it is the worlds first business desktop PC portfolio to protect against quantum computer hacks.Further, the new HP EliteStudio 8 AiO G1i is the first commercial all-in-one PC with integrated keyboard-video-mouse (KVM) ability through HP Device Switch, allowing users to control, toggle between, and manage multiple devices via a single console. HP calls it an ideal tool for employees constantly moving around the office.Select models of EliteBook, EliteDesk and EliteStudio also qualify as Copilot+ PCs, making them particularly appealing to enterprise buyers looking to refresh to Microsoft 11. Microsoft has strict requirements for machines designated Copilot+ PCs: They must run Windows 11, have an NPU capable of 40-plus TOPS, at least 16GB of RAM and a minimum of 256GB of solid state drive (SSD) storage or universal flash storage (UFS).An onboard AI CompanionThe new devices come with a built-in AI Companion that can retrieve, filter and summarize files and create content, among other tasks, all without the need for an internet connection.Users can leverage the AI Companion in two ways: In on-device mode, the companion uses a local large language model (LLM) for the most private AI experience or when the user needs to work offline, McElroy explained. Alternatively, they can switch to cloud mode when they need the latest and greatest from industry-leading models online.The companion allows users to snip an image from their screen and use that snip as a prompt. Other new capabilities planned for the spring include what HP called intuitive voice and text commands, and built-in keylogger protection to help keep data secure.When you have the right tools, work doesnt have to feel like work, McElroy noted. By enabling new AI experiences, new ways of working and the ability to do things faster, were powering dynamic change so the entire company can be more productive and fulfilled for their day to day.
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