The HP Stream laptops have just been updated, and they are doing a fine job solidifying the collection's reputation as an excellent ultra-budget laptop. The Stream 11 and 13 cost the same as the older Stream laptops -- starting at only $200 -- but feature a few upgrades including a significantly improved battery life.
The new iterations of the HP Stream laptops also feature a smaller and lighter design. The 11.6-inch Stream 11 now weighs only 2.6 pounds, while the larger Stream 11 comes with an optional touchscreen. However both of the laptops share a common unifier in that they offer significantly better run time, up to 10.5 hours on the Stream 11 AND 8.5 hours on the Stream 13.
With these upgrades, the HP Stream line is well and truly making a name for itself as the ideal machine for people on a shoestring budget.
What's Driving This Trend
- Ultra-budget Laptops
- There is an opportunity to design and manufacture ultra-budget laptops with improved battery life and reduced weight for budget-conscious consumers.
- Long-lasting Battery Technology
- There is an opportunity to develop and market new battery technology that can provide extended battery life for laptops at affordable prices.
- Lightweight Portable Computing
- There is an opportunity to develop lightweight and portable computing solutions for consumers who need to work remotely or while traveling.
Who This Affects Most
- Personal Computer Manufacturing Industry
- There is an opportunity for PC manufacturers to develop and market ultra-budget laptops with improved features and affordable prices.
- Battery Manufacturing Industry
- There is an opportunity for battery manufacturers to develop and market long-lasting batteries for laptops at affordable prices.
- Portable Computing Industry
- There is an opportunity for companies in the portable computing industry to develop and market lightweight and portable computing solutions for consumers who need to work remotely or while traveling.
