HP Unveils HP EliteBook 2740p Laptop

Hewlett-Packard introduced the first mainstream business laptop with touchscreen technology, the HP EliteBook 2740p tablet. The EliteBook 2740p is available with an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor, up to 8 GB memory, and a 250 GB hard drive, multi-touch and includes a six-cell battery that provides up to 5 hours and can use second add-on battery is available to extend battery life to 11 hours.

The EliteBook 2540p, which is not touch-enabled, also has a 12.1-inch screen, but weighs only 3.3 pounds with a six-cell battery that provides up to eight hours of runtime. The system is available with many of the same components as the 2740p, but sells for a lot less, starting at $1,099. Both PCs are scheduled to be available in April.

HP also announced that it has refreshed its ProBook standard-series laptop line. The new systems, which start at $719, include the 13.3-inch 4320s, the 14-inch 4420s, the 15.6-inch 4520s and the 17.3-inch 4720s. The laptops feature a choice of a Core i3, i5 or i7 processor. In addition, buyers can opt for Intel HD Graphics or Advanced Micro Devices’ ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4350 graphics card for better multimedia support.

From: [informationweek.com]

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