HP has launched an enhanced version of its Sprout computer called the Sprout Pro aimed at business and education markets. For reference, in 2014, HP launched the Sprout, a 23-inch all-in-one PC meant for product designers. It included an overhead projector that projected 2D and 3D objects to a touch-sensitive mat that sits on the desk in front of the PC.
The HP Sprout Pro features a 23-inch Full HD display with support for 10-point touch. It is equipped sixth-generation Intel Core i7-6700 processor with NVIDIA GeForce GT945A (1GB GDDR5) GPU and 8GB DDR4-2133 SDRAM (expandable to 16GB). It comes with 1TB SATA solid state hybrid drive with an 8GB flash drive and runs Windows 10 Pro.
Other features include 1-megapixel webcam, HP Illuminator, built-in projector that is equipped with up to 14.6-megapixel camera, and Intel RealSense 3D camera to capture 2D and 3D objects. For wireless connectivity there is 10/100/1000 Base T-Network, Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n with dual band 2x2 MIMO technology. There are 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 2 x USB 3.0 ports and a 3-in-1 card reader.
The Touch Mat is of 20-inch on which real objects can be scanned or projected. For instance, a real object like a mug can be scanned into Sprout, after which a 3D representation of it is displayed on the screen. The 3D models can be turned, reshaped, colored or cropped via hand on the Touch Mat. The mat also acts like a second monitor as well as a virtual keyboard. Also included is a Adonit Jot Pro Stylus to write and draw.
It comes with a range of apps that include Sprout Companion for Skype for Business, HP External Display Mixer (share whats on Sprout dual screen, video from the webcam, or downward facing camera-or all at the same time), HP Scan (for professional-level document scanning) and HP Magnifier (replaces a document camera and allows users to share live physical objects or documents with an audience, including zooming and capture)
The HP Sprout Pro prices start at $2,199 (Rs. 1,50,000) and will be available in select regions in February.
Source: HP