HP today unveiled its first touchscreen desktop PCs to feature a 60-degree reclining display so that you can adjust it to the angle that's best suited to you. The new HP TouchSmart 610 Consumer PC and HP TouchSmart 9300 Elite Business PC recline from upright to almost flat (5 degrees), and selected models come with Ubisoft's RTS game R.U.S.E. Here is more info on these new all-in-one HP TouchSmart PCs:

The TouchSmart 9300 feature a 23-inch diagonal high-definition (HD) display with second-generation Intel Core processors and a choice of Windows 7 operating systems. It also offers up to 16GB of memory and an optional 160 GB solid-state drive to enhance productivity and interaction with touchscreen applications. In addition, employees can log in using the HP TouchSmart Elite 9300 Business PC?s high-resolution, adjustable webcam with facial recognition software for enhanced security.

HP TouchSmart Elite 9300 Specs:

Operating system
Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit
Genuine Windows 7 Professional 32-bit
FreeDOS

Form factor
All-in-one desktop with multi-touch enabled 23? diagonal full HD8, LED backlit, widescreen BrightView LCD display with glass covering; integrated 2 MP Full HD webcam, dual microphone array, and stereo speakers

Adjustable reclining stand
Tilt angle: -5? to +60? to the vertical plane
Fully reclined position: 30? from horizontal

Processor
Intel 2nd Generation Core i7 Processors
Intel 2nd Generation Core i5 Processors
Intel 2nd Generation Core i3 Processors

Chipset
Intel H67 Express

Memory
DDR3 SDRAM; DIMM slots enabling up to 16GB

Internal storage
Up to 1TB hard disk drive; up to 160 GB solid state drive or 320 GB Self Encrypting Drive available

Removable storage
HP SuperMulti LightScribe Writer Drive11, HP Blu-ray Combo Drive12, HP Secure Digital (SD) HC Media Reader

Graphics
Integrated Intel HD Graphics; optional discrete MXM graphics available

Audio
High-definition audio support, internal stereo speakers, microphone and headphone ports

Communications
Integrated Realtek 8111EDL Ethernet Connection
HP 802.11 PCIe Minicard Wireless Module and Bluetooth 3.0 available as an option

Ports and connectors
Side: (2) USB 2.0 ports, microphone, headphone
Bottom: (1) USB 2.0 port
Rear: (4) USB, DisplayPort, RJ-45 Ethernet, line out

Input devices
HP USB Low Profile Keyboard and HP USB Optical Scroll Mouse

Power
180W 90% efficient external power adapter (when configured with intergrated graphics)
230W 90% efficient external power adapter (when configured with discrete graphics)

Security
Kensington lock slot, rear port security cover

Software
HP TouchSmart Software Suite, Microsoft Office 2010 Preloaded - Purchase Key13, HP Power Assistant6, Norton Internet Security 201114, PDF Complete Corporate Edition

Dimensions (HxWxD)
17.7 x 23.0 x 4.1 in (includes stand); 450.1 x 584.5 x 103 mm

Weight
Integrated graphics: 26.0 lb (11.8 kg)
Discrete graphics: 26.7 lb (12.1 kg)

Pricing and availability

The HP TouchSmart610 Consumer PC is expected to be available on Feb. 9 in the United States at a starting price of $899.99. The HP TouchSmart 9300 Business PC is expected to be available in May in the United States; pricing will be provided closer to availability.

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