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Finally, HP is adding AI to its printersFinally, HP is adding AI to its printers
Sarah Jeong
Sarah Jeong
Hewlett Packard will still go after $4 billion from Mike Lynch’s estate.

The Guardian reports that HP, embroiled in a legal saga with Mike Lynch for over a decade, will continue pressing for damages even after the tech tycoon’s confirmed death-by-superyacht.

Lynch previously lost to HP in a UK civil suit, though he was acquitted of related fraud charges in a US criminal proceeding earlier this year. The Guardian writes:

Lynch’s widow, Angela Bacares, was onboard the Bayesian when it sank but was among 15 people who were rescued. According to the Sunday Times rich list, Lynch and Bacares’s combined wealth was £500m.

Hewlett Packard to pursue Mike Lynch’s estate for up to $4bn

[The Guardian]

Google is shoving its apps onto new Windows laptopsGoogle is shoving its apps onto new Windows laptops
HyperX’s new microphone has better sound to go with its RGB LEDsHyperX’s new microphone has better sound to go with its RGB LEDs
Richard Lawler
Richard Lawler
British tech billionaire Mike Lynch is missing after his superyacht sinks in a storm.

The Autonomy founder’s superyacht, the Bayesian, sunk after being hit by a tornado while anchored near the coast of Sicily, with 22 people on board. 15 survivors have been rescued so far.

Lynch sold his company to HP in 2011 for $11 billion, then HP alleged “accounting improprieties” had misrepresented its value. Lynch was acquitted of fraud charges in June.

HP’s OmniBook X 14 is a barely disguised business laptop with great battery life

5

Verge Score

This Snapdragon-powered laptop is a productivity machine, but unless work foots the bill, you can do better.

Antonio G. Di Benedetto
Antonio G. Di Benedetto
Antonio G. Di Benedetto
AI laptop stickers have arrived to ruin your day.

Look, I know unsightly stickers on Windows laptops have been with us since long ago when “Intel Inside” was something people actually wanted boast about. But come on, HP.

A close-up of a sticker on the deck of an HP OmniBook X laptop, advertising AI features.
Yes, I know it’s meant to be removed. It’s still too large and thirsty.
Photo by Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge
AMD’s new AI chips have a home in HP’s next Copilot Plus laptopAMD’s new AI chips have a home in HP’s next Copilot Plus laptop
Joanna Nelius
Joanna Nelius
Ferrari and HP are now big F1 partners.

‘Scuderia Ferrari’ is changing its name to ‘Scuderia Ferrari HP,’ and HP’s logo will appear on the cars from Maranello for the Miami Grand Prix in May.

I can’t see it being on the wheels like McLaren’s Google logo, but at least it’s not a cigarette brand in camouflage.

Three people in red racing uniforms pose for a photo.
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HP is in the rent-a-printer business nowHP is in the rent-a-printer business now
Sean Hollister
Sean Hollister
The real virus was all the inkjet cartridges we DRM’d along the way.

HP CEO Enrique Lores on live television, addressing a class-action lawsuit against his company for blocking third-party ink:

“We have seen that you can embed viruses in the cartridges.”

Ars Technica, while basically calling bullshit, explains: “HP argued that ink cartridge microcontroller chips, which are used to communicate with the printer, could be an entryway for attacks.”

Maybe stop putting smart DRM chips into cartridges, then? Also, read this.

HP CEO evokes James Bond-style hack via ink cartridges

[Ars Technica]

Wi-Fi 7 quietly took off while everyone was looking at AIWi-Fi 7 quietly took off while everyone was looking at AI
HP’s Omen Transcend 14 is a gaming laptop meant to do double duty as a normal oneHP’s Omen Transcend 14 is a gaming laptop meant to do double duty as a normal one
Monica Chin
Monica Chin
A Chromebook for Gen Z.

HP’s new Chromebook Plus devices aim to fulfill the needs of today’s young people — who are looking, HP has determined, for “technology that is flexible, adaptable, and delivers powerfully immersive experiences, while keeping the planet in mind.”

The Plus, coming in 14-inch and 15.6-inch options, will feature 12th-Gen Intel processors, AI video conferencing tools. The 15-incher ($599.99) has a 144Hz screen option; the 14-incher ($749.99) has recycled material in the cover and hinge. Both go on sale October 8th.

A user holds the HP Chromebook Plus 14 in a kitchen.
This is the 14.
Image: HP
The HP Spectre Fold is the world’s thinnest 17-inch foldable PCThe HP Spectre Fold is the world’s thinnest 17-inch foldable PC
Monica Chin
Monica Chin
Pavilion Plus, but make it bigger.

HP is bringing a much welcome refresh to its Pavilion Plus line. The Pavilion Plus is a totally random assortment of features (OLED display, ultra-thin chassis, incredibly fancy webcam, an H-series processor) that really have no business being on the same device, and it is my favorite thing ever. (It’s also on our Best Budget Laptop list.)

There will be a 14-inch 2.8K model with both AMD and Intel options as well as a 16-inch 2.5K option with an Intel Core i7 and Nvidia RTX 3050. The former’s hitting shelves in September starting at $849.99; we’ll see the latter in October for $999.99.

A user takes a video call on the Pavilion Plus 14.
Don’t mind me. Just chatting. On my OLED Pavilion Plus 14.
Image: HP
Adi Robertson
Adi Robertson
Pay no attention to the USB port behind the “no USB” sticker.

Is covering a printer’s USB port with a sticker to push people into wireless printing the worst thing HP does with its hardware? Not remotely. Is it still pretty funny to watch someone just take off the sticker and plug their printer in? I think so.

HP’s Spectre x360 13.5 is nearly perfect, except for one thing

8

Verge Score

The latest Spectre model is a solid competitor to Dell’s high-end XPS, but there’s a big difference in battery life.

Monica Chin
HP has found an exciting new way to DRM your printer!HP has found an exciting new way to DRM your printer!
Some HP printers are getting a ‘blue screen error’ and being rendered unusableSome HP printers are getting a ‘blue screen error’ and being rendered unusable
HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook review: a colorful competitor

Several companies have tried pricey Chromebooks with premium builds and gorgeous screens. HP’s Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is just the latest — and it’s a solid machine, but some hiccups with battery life, weight, and connectivity keep it from being a really great buy.

Monica Chin
HP’s new Envy x360 laptop will be the first ‘IMAX’ PCHP’s new Envy x360 laptop will be the first ‘IMAX’ PC
HP’s new Omen gaming monitors leave you spoiled for choiceHP’s new Omen gaming monitors leave you spoiled for choice
The HP Dragonfly Pro is a great laptop with some odd extra stuff

I love the laptop, but I don’t love what it’s packaged with.

Monica Chin
HP is blocking third-party printer ink againHP is blocking third-party printer ink again
The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is neat, but what’s with the RGB?The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is neat, but what’s with the RGB?
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You can save $250 on the HP Spectre x360 todayYou can save $250 on the HP Spectre x360 today
The best instant photo printer you can buy right now

Instant printers are an easy and entertaining way to get photos off of your phone and into the real world.

Allison Johnson
Apple’s second-gen AirPods Pro are $20 off at multiple retailersApple’s second-gen AirPods Pro are $20 off at multiple retailers
HP’s Pavilion Plus 14 is a powerful, confusing OLED machineHP’s Pavilion Plus 14 is a powerful, confusing OLED machine
Dan Seifert
Dan Seifert
HP’s Dragonfly Chromebook is a computer without a market.

Monica Chin published her review of the HP Dragonfly Chromebook today, a computer I’ve been excited about ever since it was announced at CES back in January.

Sadly, while the hardware is incredible, the experience ChromeOS provides just doesn’t align with the stratospheric price tag HP is asking. It makes me wonder — who does it think is going to buy this thing?

Best Chromebook 2023: The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook open. The screen displays The Verge homepage.
Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge
The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook is incredible — with one big problem

Beautiful chassis, fast processor, great screen, and software that doesn’t keep up

Monica Chin
HP’s new 4K business webcam uses AI to keep your whole team in the frameHP’s new 4K business webcam uses AI to keep your whole team in the frame
HP’s first ‘IPS Black’ monitor really stands out with Thunderbolt 4HP’s first ‘IPS Black’ monitor really stands out with Thunderbolt 4
The HP Dragonfly Folio G3 is the most fun I’ve had with a laptop this yearThe HP Dragonfly Folio G3 is the most fun I’ve had with a laptop this year
The best anti-Prime Day tech deals happening at Best BuyThe best anti-Prime Day tech deals happening at Best Buy
These Philips Hue deals on outdoor lighting might brighten your dayThese Philips Hue deals on outdoor lighting might brighten your day
The Razer Blade 14 with an RTX 3080 is over $1,000 offThe Razer Blade 14 with an RTX 3080 is over $1,000 off
1More’s noise-canceling ComfoBuds Pro are nearly half off at $551More’s noise-canceling ComfoBuds Pro are nearly half off at $55
The HP Envy x360 2-in-1 is on sale for its lowest price ever at HPThe HP Envy x360 2-in-1 is on sale for its lowest price ever at HP

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