News in the Channel - issue #39

HP IMAGINE 2026

an industry first chassis expander that increases internal volume by 15%. This allows power users and IT to install larger graphics cards tool free, while maintaining thermal performance and IT approved serviceability. Meanwhile, for professionals who need workstation class performance on the move, HP announced updates to its mobile portfolio with the HP ZBook X G2i, HP ZBook 8 G2i, and ZBook 8G2a. These deliver next-generation AI workstation performance that includes AMD and Intel options, integrated or discrete graphics, scalable memory and improved portability without sacrificing battery life. The HP ZBook X is, according to HP, the world’s most powerful 16-inch mainstream mobile workstation, and features powerful 3000-level graphics and 128GB RAM, eliminating bottlenecks during rendering. This kind of performance helps shorten project timelines for architects, engineers and designers by accelerating photorealistic renders and real-time reviews. A mobile engineer using Autodesk Inventor on a ZBook 8 G2i can render designs 3.3x faster. The ZBook 8’s fast 3D design capabilities and a compact form factor is enhanced by a new GaN adapter that’s up to 40% smaller and 50% lighter, boosting portability for professionals on the move. Together, the HP ZBook X and HP ZBook 8 enable architects and engineers to run complex, multi-software workflows wherever work happens. “Technology and high-performance workflows are evolving faster than ever,” said Jim Nottingham, SVP and division president, Advanced Compute Solutions. “HP Z workstations are built to equip the best and brightest professionals with the tools they need for specialised workflows and AI at the edge, while giving IT decision makers the ability to scale performance responsibly.”

New PCs HP also introduced the latest additions to its commercial notebook and desktop PC portfolios, led by the HP EliteBook 6 G2q Next Gen AI PC. This is designed for office collaborators and mobile professionals and brings together high- performance AI computing, connected experiences, exceptional battery life and premium design in a lightweight, ultra-slim form factor. The EliteBook 6 G2q Next Gen AI PC maximises productivity for advanced, agentic AI workflows with up to 85 TOPS NPUii performance on Snapdragon® X2 Elite and X2 Plus processors, enabling fast, local AI experiences. Integrated solutions like Guidde accelerate everyday productivity across workflows, helping teams create content up to 90% faster with AI-powered video documentation. It also adapts to hybrid workstyles with a sleek, lightweight chassis up to 15% thinner than the previous generation for easier transitions between locations and is paired with a Glacier Silver finish. Security is paramount and users can protect work virtually everywhere with embedded security designed for modern IT environments, including HP Wolf Pro Security Next Gen Antivirus and new

Technology and high-performance workflows are evolving faster than ever. “ ”

Jim Nottingham

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