# Flexibly Hinged Laptops The HP Spectre x360 Can Be Used As a Laptop Or Tablet By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-03-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-spectre-x360 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/hp-spectre-x360-multi-mode-notebook/36334/) & [www8.hp](http://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?wireId=1924663&pageTitle=HP%20Introduces%20Its%20Most%20Premium%20and%20Versatile%20PC) The [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-spectre-x360-14-ef) [Spectre x360](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectre-x360-13-5) is an ultra-versatile HP laptop that can be used as a laptop or tablet depending on the situation. This machine comes with four unique modes for work, rest and play. It is equipped with a 13.3-inch screen that offers a resolution of up to 2,560 x 1,440, while its battery works for about a dozen hours per charge. This laptop is equipped with 360 degree hinges that allow it to be used either as a traditional laptop or a tablet, with the touch display on top and the backlit keyboard below. Technology consumers these days are all about consolidation, and don't want to have to worry about having different devices for different purposes. The HP Spectre x360, with its work, play and relaxation modes, is an excellent solution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Versatile Laptops:** The trend of creating laptops with flexible hinges that can transform it into a tablet mode presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the laptop industry. - **Multiuse Devices:** The trend of consolidating devices to serve multiple purposes is a disruptive innovation that is reshaping the technology industry. - **360-degree Laptops:** The trend of laptops equipped with 360-degree hinges presents disruptive innovation opportunities in creating devices that offer multiple functionalities and greater efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Laptop Industry:** The laptop industry can explore the innovative use of hinges to create versatile devices with enhanced functionalities and user experience. - **Mobile Computing Industry:** The mobile computing industry can explore the trend of consolidation by creating multiuse devices, which can replace the need for separate laptops and tablets. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The consumer electronics industry can introduce new designs and functionalities in the laptop technology by adopting the trend of creating 360-degree laptops, which offer greater flexibility and convenience to users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [13-Inch Reversible Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectre-x360-13-5.md) - [High-Powered Convertible Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-spectre-x360-14-ef.md) - [Rotating Hybrid Tablet Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-vivobook-s-16-flip-oled.md) - [Classroom-Ready Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-pro-x360-fortis.md) - [Foldable Business Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elitebook-1040.md) - [Hybrid Professional Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-pro-x360-435-g10.md) - [Quad-Mode Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-flow-x13-gv302.md) - [Folding Tablet-Like Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-matebook-fold-ultimate.md) - [Hybrid Professional Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-chromebook-plus-x360.md)