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HP: Products and Technology for a Better Life

HP is a company based in Palo Alto, California. Currently it mainly manufactures products related to computer technology, computers, printers, digital cameras and many others. HP Laptops are the most famous. Whether you're looking for a cheap laptop for basic everyday activities, a reliable laptop for work, a powerful gaming stand, or a laptop-to-tablet compromise - such as a 2-in-1 device, you can choose them all from the HP range.

HP Laptops for Everyone

HP laptops exist for every type of user - from budget HP laptops to basic office-based laptops to high-performance, slim-looking professional laptops. For enthusiastic gamers, there are stylish HP Omen gaming laptops for the most demanding games. We also have touch-based laptops and at the top of the line option is the HP ZBook mobile workstation with Intel Core i7 processors and professional NVIDIA Quadro graphics cards or AMD FirePro.

2 in 1 HP work and entertainment device

HP 2-in-1 devices are unique due to its special hinge that can be rotated up to 360° and allows you to convert your laptop to a tablet and vice versa. With their low weight, slim body and high performance, HP Tablet PCs are ideal for travel granting you greater flexibility for both work and fun. For undemanding users, HP Pro x2 series models are less powerful, HP Pavilion and HP ENVY are the middle class, and the flagship is the HP EliteBook x360 Tablet PC with an Intel Core i7 processor.

HP computers at home, office and business

The HP Pavilion and HP Envy series are the most well-known assemblies and are primarily appreciated by home users. These are also available as an All-In-One solution - the computer is integrated into the monitor. Between HP Officejet 260 and HP 280, HP 290 or HP ProDesk are among the office assemblies. The HP EliteDesk Series will deliver high performance. There are Omen by HP game sets for gamers who, in addition to high performance and support for virtual reality, will also excel in their looks.

HP Smart Printers

HP printers find their place in homes, offices, small and large businesses. The HP DeskJet and HP OfficeJet Multifunction Inkjet Printers play a reliable part for print of both text and high quality photos at a low cost. HP LaserJet Laser Printers are suitable for large-scale printing of text documents and are faster, smaller and more economical because of the JetIntelligence technology. In addition to the advanced print features of HP printers, there is also plenty of network features and wide connectivity.

HP Versatile Monitors

You will find both HP EliteDisplay office monitors at a reasonable price, gaming monitors, and professional ones. HP Omen game monitors are characterised by low response times and very sharp images. For those more demanding users, there are 4K UHD monitors that offer a resolution of 3,840 × 2,160 px. Of course, there are also HP Curved Display monitors that, because of their shape, offer an unforgettable experience of watching movies or playing games.

HP Accessories

Hewlett-Packard also offers a wide range of original accessories for its products. For computers, laptops, and monitors, you can get a variety of cables, reductions, adapters, and connectors. You will also get replacement HP batteries, backpacks, and carrying bags, mice or docks for laptops to get rid of constant wiring. In the printers segment, you can find original HP cartridges and toners as well as various types of paper for printers.

HP - additional info

HP (Hewlett-Packard) was founded by two former classmates from Stanford University, Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard, in 1939. Its first product was an electronic oscillator designed for electrical engineers working in the music industry.

One of HP's first customers was Walt Disney

These two promising youngsters started the business out of a humble garage in Palo Alto, California. One of HP's first customers was Walt Disney Studios, which at that time ordered eight oscillators to develop and test an innovative sound system for the movie Fantasia.

Packard-Hewlett or Hewlett-Packard?

After deciding to name the company after themselves, Messrs Hewlett and Packard couldn't decide on the order in which their names should appear, so they left it to a coin toss. David Packard won, but opted to name the company Hewlett-Packard.

Early years

At first, the company did not have a specific focus and produced a range of electronic products for industrial and agricultural use. Over time, it started to focus primarily on high-quality electronic equipment for testing and measurement. Until the 1990s they developed signal generators, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, calculators and other testing devices.

Expansion into Europe and the first mini computer

In 1957, HP expanded into Germany and later established its European headquarters in Geneva. In 1960 it entered the Japanese market. In 1966 it launched its first minicomputer. In 1970, Wired magazine named HP as the first manufacturer to mass-produce personal computers, although HP called them desktop calculators to differentiate themselves from the popular computer firm IBM.

The first handheld calculator

In the eighties, HP introduced the first handheld scientific electronic calculator, or the first handheld computer. In 1984, HP also introduced inkjet and laser printers, and shortly after it continued with the development of scanners and multifunction devices.

A national monument

In 1987, the garage in Palo Alto where Hewlett and Packard started their business was designated as a California state historical monument.

Today, HP is among the world leaders in the development of computers, laptops and electronics. Its portfolio of products includes affordable solutions for individual customers and complete IT solutions for companies and businesses.