HP today announced new consumer notebooks, the HP HDX16 and HDX18, that starts a new series of widescreen notebooks featuring 16:9 Hi-def experience. Here is more info:
Striking new designs and innovative features distinguish the entertainment-rich HP HDX16 and HDX18 Notebook PCs, which deliver high-definition photos, videos and music on the go.
For people who want access – wherever they are – to friends and family, TV, photos, movies, music, games and online information, HP has introduced the powerful HP HDX16 and HDX18 Notebook PCs.
These notebooks provide a truly mobile, high-definition experience while featuring striking designs, vividly bright 1,080-pixel displays, built-in TV tuners and Blu-ray disk capabilities. Both notebooks include built-in Wi-Fi networking, along with home-theater-quality audio/video options that include Altec Lansing speakers, an HP Triple Bass subwoofer and Dolby Home Theater software.
The HDX16 is a midsize notebook with a 16-inch diagonal widescreen with 720- or 1,080-pixel resolution display. The HDX18 is a powerful and visually captivating full-size notebook with an 18.4-inch diagonal Ultra BrightView 1,080-pixel screen and enthusiast-class graphics capabilities.
Additionally, the HP HDX notebook PCs feature HP MediaSmart, which allows consumers to enjoy photos, listen to music and watch movies in high definition.
Key Specifications for HDX18: • Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology featuring Intel Core 2 Duo Processor P8400 • Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1 • 18.4" Diagonal High Definition HP Ultra Brightview Infinity Display (1920x1080p) • NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT with up to 2302MB Total Available Graphics Memory with 512MB dedicated • 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) • 500GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive Dual HDD - 250GB + 250GB(SATA) • LightScribe Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer • Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN & Bluetooth
Key Specifications for HDX16: • Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology featuring Intel Core 2 Duo Processor P8400 • Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1 • 16" Diagonal High Definition HP Ultra Brightview Infinity Display (1366×768) • NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT with up to 2302MB Total Available Graphics Memory with 512MB dedicated • 4096MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) • 320GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA) • LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support • Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN & Bluetooth
Pricing and availability
The HP HDX16 starts at $1,299, while the HP HDX18 starts at $1,549. Both are expected to be available starting later this month.