Philip Wong | Sep 22, 2008

In the not-so-distant future, you'll be able to sample and experience HP products and services in the least expected venues. To reach out to even more consumers, the Palo Alto company has tied up with various fashion and entertainment industry partners to promote its wares. This is on top of the 7,500 new retail partner stores slated for launch across 1,000 Asia-Pacific cities to beef up its regional presence.
Under its latest HP alternative experience center initiative, the IT solutions provider has identified three key customer segments in the youth, family and women markets to implement its new shop-and-play concept. The following are details of the collaborations as well as their respective propositions to bring HP's offerings beyond the usual IT malls and conventional retail channels.
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John Chan | Sep 02, 2008
We know business professionals are supposed to be able to do their work anytime, anywhere, but this might be taking things a little too far. On the outside, the Go Pro Mobile Office looks just like any piece of travel luggage with its wheels and telescoping pull handle. But on the inside, you'll find an inkjet printer, an inverter that draws power from your car's cigarette lighter socket and an adjustable laptop platform.
According to the manufacturer's Web site, it'll save you time and money because you won't have to make trips back to the office to get things done. We think it'll give you an excuse to see your boss less often. It is available online at US$469.05 from Go Pro, but you should send an email to the company to check if international shipping to Asia is available before making an order.
Via Red Ferret Journal