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HP has launched a new ultra-portable laptop in Japan, and the sleek and powerful EliteBook 635 Aero G11 is already being hailed as a potential competitor to Dell's XPS 13, thanks to impressive specs and a lightweight design. The Windows 11 Pro laptop is powered by either an AMD Ryzen 5 8640U or Ryzen 7 8840U processor and comes with 16GB of onboard LPDDR5 memory and a 512GB M.2 SSD. It features a 13.3-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) LCD display with a maximum brightness of 400 cd/m². The EliteBook 635 Aero G11 includes a 5MP webcam (with a sliding privacy cover), an IR camera compatible with Windows Hello, Poly Studio audio, and a backlit keyboard. With a magnesium casing the laptop is impressively lightweight at just 1kg, making it perfect for users on the go. Japan only Aimed at business users, the EliteBook 635 Aero G11 has a variety of ports including USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1, a combo stereo headphone/mic jack, two USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports with USB Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.4 capabilities, HDMI 2.1, and another USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 port. Connectivity is provided in the form of Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. It looks great, but there is a huge catch – the EliteBook 635 Aero G11 is currently only available in Japan, with no plans for a global launch. It’s possible that HP may be testing the waters with a limited release there first and will bring it to other territories in due course, but for now we’ll just have to wait and see. In Japan, the EliteBook 635 Aero G11 will be released on April 26, priced from 274,780 yen ($1796.79). More from TechRadar Pro These are the best Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro laptopsAnd these are the best business laptops available todayThis Japanese Windows 11 laptop will give the Surface Pro 9 a run for its money View the full article

To complete its obligations with the U.S. sanctions against Russia, HP has closed its Russian website and redirected its portal to Kazakhstan, where one of its spoken languages is Russian, but with no online support. View the full article

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Last year we called the HP Pavilion Aero 13 “probably the best value-for-money light laptop on the market right now” and it’s about to get an upgrade that will make it ever better. The Pavilion Aero 13 2024 model, which could potentially be the most powerful sub-1Kg notebook on the market, packs a punch with its AMD Hawk Point Ryzen 7 8840HS processor. Other processor options include the AMD Ryzen 5 8640U and Ryzen 7 8840U. The 13.3-inch display options haven’t changed with the new model – buyers can choose between 1920 x 1200 or 2560 x 1600 IPS panels, but both options offer 100% sRGB color gamut and up to 400 nits brightness. The laptop now comes with 16GB of LPDDR5x-6400 dual-channel RAM (soldered in to help with the thinness), and either a 512GB or 1TB SSD. Improved webcam The latest Aero 13, slightly larger than its 2023 predecessor, measures 11.7" x 8.3" x 0.7" and weighs in at a feather-light 2.2 pounds, thanks in part to its magnesium alloy body. The laptop's portability is slightly undermined by its 43 Wh battery, which helps with the weight but means you’ll only get around 8 hours of use between charges. The Aero 13 offers a variety of ports including 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 2.1, and 1 x 3.5mm audio. No USB4 ports, sadly. Wireless connectivity is provided via Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3. The ultrabook also features stereo speakers with DTS:X audio, dual microphones, and a 5 MP webcam, upgraded from the previous 720p model. The webcam includes an IR sensor for enhanced security and a privacy shutter. The new backlit keyboard comes with a dedicated Windows Copilot key. The HP Pavilion Aero 13 2024 will be available for purchase from HP’s online store and Amazon starting in May 2024, with prices from $649.99 (although you'll pay more for the Ryzen 7 8840HS model). It will be available in Natural Silver and Sky Blue. More from TechRadar Pro These are the lightest laptops right nowAnd these are the best Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro laptopsHP released an AiO PC you can pack up and carry around with you View the full article

HP has unveiled its long-awaited printing subscription package aimed at keeping businesses and consumers alike wedded to their physical HP printer for a little while longer. The company says its new HP All-In Plan, "delivers the ultimate in convenience without the hassle of printer ownership" - offering not just ink, but the very printer itself, for a monthly cost. It's a bold move, and one that HP says may mean you never own a printer again, as it looks to ensure customers realize the benefits of print-as-a-service models, much like consumers do with their smartphone packages. HP All-In Plan "At HP, we've heard from some customers that setting up and managing a printer can sometimes feel like a never-ending struggle, but everyone at some point needs to print," Diana Sroka, Head of Product, Consumer Services at HP wrote in a blog post announcing the news. "Say goodbye to your tech troubles and hello to hassle-free printing without ever having to buy a printer or cartridge again." The HP All-In Plan will start from only $6.99 a month, with prices rising depending on the level of services and products you choose. Customers will be able to choose one of three HP printer models - either the HP ENVY 6020e, HP ENVY Inspire 7258e or the HP OfficeJet Pro 9010e - then select a plan that suits their printing needs most accurately, with the products then being shipped directly to them. HP says users will be able to adjust their payment plans, and switch or upgrade their printer after two years to make sure they have the latest hardware - but they will have ink delivered to them without ever needing to re-order, and will also receive dedicated support via HP’s 24/7 Pro live support team. To boost its sustainability credentials, HP says users will be easily able to return their printer and ink cartridges at no extra cost using pre-paid labels and envelopes, and is also promising next business day replacement at no additional cost. It's a bold move by HP, which says it is reacting to customer demand as needs change in the age of hybrid working. The company has recently come under fire for moves towards making printing a subscription-based model, especially as customers try to cut costs at home and at work. HP is currently facing a class-action lawsuit relating to its printer firmware updates, which were shipped as security fixes but were later found to introduce printer blocking when using third-party cartridges. A recent interview with HP CEO Enrique Lores saw him confirm that the company’s printers are not profitable as one-time purchases, and that HP makes an undisclosed loss on many models. More from TechRadar Pro Need an upgrade? Here are the best inkjet printersThese are the best small business printers to keep your SMB going73,000 days, that's how long Canon says its printer printouts will last without fading View the full article