HP today showcased its huge repertoire of new computers and printers at the HP Global Influencers Summit 2012, themed “Making Technology Work for You”, at the Shanghai Expo Center, China. For the naysayers who had doubted HP’s PC business, this was the first show of resolve for the converged HP Printing and Personal Systems group.
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The newly merged entity, announced March 21, will improve branding enable better resource & supply management, enhance customer support, greater return of investment as well as streamlines HP’s collaboration with its channel partners globally. HP’s printing and PC units combined make up about half of HP’s $30 billion revenue in the first quarter. HP regained the title of No.1 PC Maker in the world in Q1 2012, relinquishing the throne from Apple.
Approximately 700 media influencers, representing over 70 countries from across the globe, gathered to witness the opening keynote by Steve Hoffman, HP Director of Worldwide Marketing, presentations by notable clients like Bandito Bros, Westcoast Customs, Anya Ayoung-Chee and partners like 3M. I am honoured to be part of the seven-man strong media entourage from Malaysia which includes CHIP, HWM and PCdotcom magazines; online tech portal LowYat.net; and mainstream media China Press and Harian Metro.
The opening keynote by Dion Wesler; followed by presentations by Jon Solomon, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Printing & Personal Systems – Americas Region and James Mouton, Senior VP Personal Computing Global Business Unit, set the tone for the event and for HP for the future – a future committed to innovation and meeting customers demands.
At the summit today, HP announced and showcased a whopping 80 new products. Some highlights include:
- HP ENVY SpectreXT, an ultramobile premium Ultrabook that delivers an overall premium experience with extraordinary design and performance;
- HP ENVY Sleekbooks and HP ENVY Ultrabook systems, providing the ultimate combination of style and substance for entertainment experiences;
- HP EliteBook Folio 9470m, an Ultrabook targeted at the business market which incorporates security, manageability and reliability features.
- HP t410 All-in-One Smart Zero Client, which features One Wire Power over Ethernet technology, developed in collaboration with 3M;
- HP Z220 Workstations and HP EliteBook Mobile Workstations with professional-class features;
- HP Officejet 150 Mobile All-in-One, the world’s first mobile all-in-one printer, and an ideal companion for mobile warriors who are constantly on-the-go and need printing/scanning services.
- Four new HP LaserJet printers and an HP Scanjet, targeted at small and medium businesses (SMBs) and enterprise customers, along with the ability to extend the office beyond its physical location.
Aside from product previews and hands-on sessions on the summit floor, attendees also spent time with key HP executives in exclusive Breakout Tracks – “Style Meets Function”, “Tools of the Trade” and “Thin & Light” which provided insight about different facets of HP’s product/service offerings in the Consumer, Business and Retail space.
The HP Global Influencers Summit continues for another full day tomorrow. Watch this space for updates.
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News Release
HP Unveils Powerful and Stylish Technology for Consumers and Businesses
Newly merged HP Printing and Personal Systems group exhibits compelling customer experiences with innovative portfolio
ASIA PACIFIC, China, May 9, 2012 — HP today showcased its unparalleled line of computers and printers, the first show of resolve for the newly created HP Printing and Personal Systems group.
More than 500 media influencers from around the world gathered at the Shanghai Expo Center to view the new products, which include:
- HP ENVY SpectreXT, an ultramobile premium Ultrabook™ that delivers an overall premium experience with extraordinary design and performance;
- HP ENVY Sleekbooks and HP ENVY Ultrabook™ systems, providing the ultimate combination of style and substance for entertainment experiences;
- HP EliteBook Folio 9470m , built from the ground up to be everything a business Ultrabook™ should be with security, manageability and reliability;
- HP t410 All-in-One Smart Zero Client, which features single-wire Power over Ethernet;
- HP Z220 Workstations and HP EliteBook Mobile Workstations with professional-class features;
- HP Officejet 150 Mobile All-in-One, the world’s first mobile all-in-one printer,(1) and an ideal companion for business professionals who need a compact, durable solution for printing, scanning and copying while on the go; and
- Four new HP LaserJet printers and an HP Scanjet, providing small and medium businesses (SMBs) and enterprise customers professional-quality documents and fast print speeds, along with the ability to extend the office beyond its physical location.
The newly merged HP Printing and Personal Systems group, announced March 21, enables HP to rally more energy and resources in service to customers. The combined organization enables greater investment in innovation and marketing, as well as streamlines HP’s collaboration with channel partners globally.
“The products we unveiled today are inspired by our customers, and confirm our passion to fuse form, function, style and reliability into great computers and printers,” said Todd Bradley, executive vice president, Printing and Personal Systems, HP. “We are well positioned to continue delivering innovation in the future for customers in China and everywhere else around the globe.”
HP’s premier client event, HP Discover, takes place June 4-7 in Las Vegas.
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