Not satisfied with just revealing a printer, HP has also launched a new type of device that combines a computer, projector, and scanner into one machine called Sprout.
This computer is something that HP pulled from its "experimental" department. It's most distinct feature is its complete lack of keyboard and mouse. Instead, it opts for mat that can summon a digital keyboard and also moonlights as a digital canvas with a variety of different applications.
This strange-looking computer even looks futuristic. The only thing
that you could say is conventional is its 23-inch desktop powered by an
Intel Core i7 with 1 TB of storage. Perched above the display is a DLP
projector and LED lamp. This little guy beams down different images onto
the mat such as a keyboard or launches Sprout-specific applications
(which require a separate SDK). Essentially the mat is a type of second
screen that is pretty responsive and communicates well with its attached
PC.The coolest little trick this thing can do is let users scan objects
and manipulated them in 2d or 3D. This piece above comes with 4 cameras
along with Intel's RealSense 3D camera, which we caught a glimpse of at
CES this year, to make it all happen.
HP is urging new partners to join but will launch on November 9th with applications from Evernote, Skype, Office, and others, and will set you back about $1900. You'll be able to find Sprout in big box stores like Best Buy or online via HP or Microsoft.
HP is urging new partners to join but will launch on November 9th with applications from Evernote, Skype, Office, and others, and will set you back about $1900. You'll be able to find Sprout in big box stores like Best Buy or online via HP or Microsoft.
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