You read that right. HP has just announced the first device with Google Beam, Google’s high-tech video conferencing technology (previously called Starline), and it is not cheap.
The laptop maker announced the HP Dimension with Google Beam, and it will cost an eye-watering US$24,999 (about C$34,172) when released to the general public in “late 2025.”
To put that price point into perspective, a 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback or a Mazda3 GT both start at C$34,000.
Interestingly enough, the high price tag doesn’t get you access to the Google Beam software. HP notes in its press release that the Google Beam license will be sold separately at an undisclosed price. It also noted that Google Beam only supports one-on-one conversations for the time being.
Fortunately for prospective buyers, the HP Dimension can also be used for Zoom Rooms and Google Meet, with cloud-based services like WebEx and Teams supported as well. According to Android Authority, the Dimension supports a 65-inch light-field display, seven cameras, and 12 microphones.
To add context, Google and HP announced the project back in May. The device uses machine learning, spatial audio, and other technology to turn standard 2D video calls into glasses-free 3D video calls (remember the Nintendo 3DS?).
The high price point is likely targeting enterprise users first — unless anyone has over 30 grand to spare on a video conferencing device.
Source: Android Authority
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