Ultra-rugged mobile computer Zebra Technologies has unveiled its new ultra-rugged mobile computer, the MC9400 series. The MC9400 series is the first of its MC9000 family of devices to offer 5G (data only) and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, the fastest connection speed available today. With maximum speed and performance, the MC9400 improves frontline workers’ productivity as they are cross-docking in a warehouse, tracking items in a manufacturing plant or managing assets in a port, yard or other tough edge environments. The MC9400 series is also enhanced with Zebra’s new SE58 extended range scan engine with IntelliFocus technology and offers Identity Guardian a biometric facial recognition and authentication solution. www.zebra.com 51 PRINTITRESELLER.UK 27 What’s New WHAT'S NEW Powerful AI technology HP has ushered in a new era of computing with its latest portfolio of PCs. The HP Spectre x360 14 inch 2-in-1 Laptop PC and the HP Spectre x360 16 inch 2-in-1 Laptop PC feature a 9 MP camera with hardware-enabled low-light adjustment for clear calls day or night. A dedicated AI chip delivers built-in security features including walk away lock, wake on approach, and privacy alerts to warn users of snooping eyes; adaptive screen adjustments like a screen dimmer when users look away to save power and variable refresh rate for immersive performance and power efficiency; and, automatic performance optimisation that adjusts fan noise and temperatures based on applications being used, placement of the laptop, and battery status. Three engines (CPU, GPU, and NPU) across Intel Core Ultra5 processors and optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPUs perform a variety of local AI workloads like photo and video editing for faster, more efficient content creation and collaboration. The latest Spectre laptops are also the first consumer devices to feature audio tuning by Poly. www.hp.com Major refresh Brother UK has overhauled its laser print lineup, launching 36 new devices. The refreshed portfolio introduces the quietest models available on the market, which are more compact and still retain enhanced image quality and high print speeds. The vendor’s new laser devices cover four ranges: colour and mono models for small office and home office users, and colour and mono machines for small and medium-sized businesses. All of the new SMB models will be available on MPS contracts. Terry Caulfield, Chief Commercial Officer said: “Regularly refreshing our products is a vital part of remaining at the forefront of users’ minds when they select a printer. They expect tech that doesn’t compromise on performance capabilities and are built to deliver reliability and energy efficiency. Our new lineup ensures resellers are equipped to offer businesses the tools they need to achieve these goals.” www.brother.co.uk All-in-one solution Boom Collaboration has expanded its video bar portfolio with the arrival of an intelligent all-in-one solution ideally suited for larger rooms. The flagship Boom HALO features a 4K UHD camera, six microphone array and high fidelity speakers to provide a seamless collaboration experience. Bluetooth 5.0 allows for easy pairing with mobile phones and other devices, while expansion ports for additional microphones and speakers ensure optimal coverage for any space. Available from Westcoast, it boasts many advanced features such as facial recognition, speaker tracking, intelligent noise reduction and AI autoframing. Additional ports allow for audio expansion for flexible rooms and growing teams. https://boomcollaboration.com Display monitors and wireless charger Alogic has launched four variants in its new Clarity Max 32-inch 4k UHD display monitors range and Matrix Ultimate, which it claims is the world’s first 3-in-1 foldable Apple-certified wireless charger that includes a fast Apple Watch charger and 5000mAh MagSafe-certified power bank engineered to deliver the fastest wireless charging an iPhone supports. The 32-inch Clarity Max 4k UHD glossy monitor variants deliver larger screen landscape for professionals seeking enhanced work productivity and an immersive viewing experience. https://alogic.co.uk Intelligent, intuitive AI capabilities Samsung has been collaborating with Microsoft to create new connectivity features that make the Galaxy Book4 series smoother, smarter, and more adaptable, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to providing the best PC experience possible. Using intelligent, intuitive AI capabilities, Microsoft Copilot connects the Galaxy Book4 series with Samsung Galaxy smartphones to make them work seamlessly together, so that it feels like just one device. Microsoft Copilot can find, read or summarise text messages from a user’s Galaxy smartphone and automatically create and send messages on a user’s behalf directly from the PC. The Galaxy Book4 series can also turn Galaxy smartphones’ camera into a PC webcam, using it for video calls on virtual conferencing apps. Users can switch freely between front and rear cameras with just a click on their PC, and it also offers a variety of features from Galaxy smartphones – including background blur and autoframing. www.samsung.com
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