HP unveiled its latest innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of the HP OmniBook Ultra, described as the most capable AI personal computer (PC) in its portfolio. The announcement demonstrates HP’s continued efforts to integrate AI into its product offerings, with the goal of improving user experience and productivity through advanced technology.
Alex Cho, president of Personal Systems at HP, highlighted the transformative potential of AI across industries. “AI is poised to become the most significant driver of change in the next decade, ushering in a new era of innovation focused not just on information, but on actionable insights,” said Cho. “HP is making AI a reality for businesses with solutions for people with our first HP OmniBook Ultra.”
Among the HP OmniBook Ultra’s notable features is its processing power, facilitated by an AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processor paired with integrated AMD Radeon 800M graphics. This configuration, along with the device’s Neural Processing Unit (NPU), which delivers up to 55 tera operations per second (TOPS), aims to deliver high-speed performance and efficiency, making it suitable for complex AI workloads.
Security has been prioritized with the integration of Wolf Security, which extends the protection measures traditionally available on commercial devices to this new consumer PC. The security chip included in the HP OmniBook Ultra ensures that the device can self-heal against AI-assisted cyberattacks, protecting user data while maintaining productivity.
The OmniBook Ultra is also equipped to handle heavy usage and sustained operations, delivering up to 21 hours of battery life. For those concerned about environmental impact, the device incorporates up to 90% recycled metals and 5% ocean plastics, striving to balance performance and sustainability.
HP also introduced the HP OmniStudio X series of all-in-one (AIO) desktop PCs, available in 27-inch and 31.5-inch models. These devices are designed to meet creative and professional needs, with a combination of CPU, GPU, and NPU to accelerate AI applications. They include up to Intel Core Ultra 7 processors and an optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPU to optimize workflows in areas such as photo and video editing.
The OmniStudio X Series also addresses user comfort and convenience with adaptable designs, including height-adjustable stands and full USB Type-C connectivity. The devices feature large, high-resolution displays (up to 4K) and feature HP’s AI-powered well-being features, which aim to reduce user fatigue and improve privacy with presence-sensing capabilities.
The 31.5-inch HP OmniStudio X model, in particular, is touted as an immersive experience device with IMAX Enhanced certification, promising superior visual and audio quality. Sustainability is a key part of its design, using 25% recycled metals and 35% post-consumer recycled plastics and holding certifications like EPEAT Gold with Climate+ and ENERGY STAR.
HP plans to offer the OmniBook Ultra 14-inch Next Gen AI PC online and at select retailers starting at AU$2,999. Similarly, the OmniStudio X series will be available from early October, with prices starting at AU$2,699.
In addition to this new hardware, HP is working with software developers such as Beautiful.ai, Polymer, Luminar Neo, Omnibridge, Loccus.ai, and Virtual Sapiens. These partnerships aim to integrate advanced AI capabilities into the user experience, enhancing the productivity and creative capabilities of HP AI-enabled devices.