# Designer Desktop PCs The HP Pavilion Wave is a New Desktop PC that's Meant to be Displayed By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-desktop-pc References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/hp-pavilion-wave-desktop-computer-02-09-2016/) & [www8.hp](http://www8.hp.com/us/en/campaigns/pavilion-wave/overview.html) With computers being a mainstay item within the modern home, the [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-envy-34) Pavilion Wave is a new desktop PC that looks to provide users with something they can proudly put on display. [Compact in design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-desktop-computer) and chic in aesthetic, the HP Pavilion Wave runs Windows 10, offers 360-degree surround sound, features support for Cortana and even features B&O PLAY. The HP Pavilion Wave desktop features a 6th Generation [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/27-inch-all-in-one) Core Processor that can be supported by a whopping 16GB of RAM, if desired. Various essential ports (USB 3.0, USB Type-C and HDMI) are incorporated into the stylish new desktop PC that is meant to be truly placed on a desk rather than tucked into the dusty region below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact Desktop Pcs:** The trend of compact desktop PCs opens up opportunities for manufacturers to create stylish and space-saving designs. - **Home Office Displays:** The trend of displaying desktop PCs as a part of home decor creates opportunities for designers to create visually appealing and functional devices. - **Intelligent Personal Assistants:** The trend of integrating intelligent assistants like Cortana opens up opportunities for desktop PC manufacturers to enhance user experiences through voice commands and smart features. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** The computer hardware industry can capitalize on the trend of compact desktop PCs by developing innovative and space-efficient products. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can tap into the trend of displaying desktop PCs by creating stylish computer accessories that seamlessly blend with interior design. - **Artificial Intelligence:** The artificial intelligence industry can benefit from the trend of intelligent personal assistants by developing advanced AI technologies that improve the functionality of desktop PCs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Configurable All-in-One PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/27-inch-all-in-one.md) - [Design-Conscious Mini Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-mini-pc-am03.md) - [Portable Handle Desktop Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/envy-move.md) - [All-in-One Remote Professional PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-eliteone-800-g9.md) - [Desk Display Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-pc-am03.md) - [Sleekly Conceptualized All-in-One PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ws1-workstation.md) - [Professional All-in-One PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-eliteone-840-g9.md) - [Diminutive Design-Conscious Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onestudios-p1.md) - [Ornate All-in-One Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-yoga-aio-9i.md)