Windows 11 devices at CES showcase industry-leading sustainability, powerful hybrid work and robust security


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CES 2022 is here, and I am excited for another year filled with incredible innovation from our partners! Every year, CES unveils the newest technologies our industry has to offer, and this year, the event is once again setting a new standard for cutting edge devices. Technology brings us together and allows us to collaborate in a rich environment that meets the needs of businesses, students, educators, gamers and consumers. After a year of tremendous technological advancements, including the launch of Windows 11, CES 2022 gives us a front row seat to see how devices continue to evolve to meet customers’ needs. I am looking forward to what we will see and hear from Microsoft’s partners launching new devices and solutions that include powerful new silicon, plus features and functionality born out of incredible imagination and innovation. These richly capable devices and services are redefining how we work, play, learn and connect.


Devices focus on promise of greater good, improved security and performance​

It’s impressive to see the clear commitment to sustainability in the ecosystem, with so many companies designing sustainably minded devices this year. This is truly inspiring to see, and I believe these efforts will lead our entire industry towards better sustainability practices overall. From recycled paper for packaging and ocean-bound plastics used in chassis, screen bezels and keyboards, to purchases that give back, our ecosystem of device partners has clearly made a commitment to developing products with lighter ecological footprints. Even more impressive, is that they accomplished this without compromising on performance.

Themes of hybrid work and security are central to the discussion around devices, and it is clear the past few years have fostered great learnings that our partners have integrated into the design of these devices. These learnings – and the new ways of working – also influenced many of the innovations in the design of Windows 11. Windows 11, Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams, coupled with new products like Microsoft Viva – an employee experience platform that helps companies navigate how to empower people and teams to do their work from anywhere – on these cutting-edge devices, are extraordinarily powerful for customers. I am proud to see security at the forefront of our Windows 11 offering, and especially the new Microsoft Pluton processor, our collaboration with AMD and Qualcomm. The enhanced security at the core of Windows 11 PCs is incredible, and it’s exciting to see AMD as our first partner to offer Pluton on the x86 platform, with the Lenovo Z Series!

The Power of Partners​

Last year, we delivered amazing products together with our Windows ecosystem, and this year, we will continue to innovate with best-in-class technology, silicon innovation, a commitment to sustainability and security, and a deeper understanding of how people want to interact with their devices. It is with that knowledge and understanding that Microsoft, and our partners, will continue to innovate for millions of consumers, students, gamers and businesses around the world. Here are just a few examples of the devices launching at CES 2022:


Acer Vero National Geographic Edition

To showcase their commitment to a more sustainable future, Acer unveiled a special National Geographic edition of their Acer Aspire Vero laptop. This sustainably minded laptop features 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic throughout its chassis, 50% PCR in its keycaps, and has been designed to be easily upgraded and repaired. Powered by an 11th Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, the laptop’s lighter ecological footprint does not mean that it’s light on performance: It comfortably handles productivity and collaboration tasks. Users can enjoy Windows 11 pre-installed, and Wi-Fi 6 offers ultra-reliable connectivity. Each purchase of this sustainably minded laptop helps support the mission of the U.S.-based global nonprofit National Geographic Society in its work to protect our world through exploration, research and education.


ASUS Expertbook B3 Detachable

Designed for education and built for business, ASUS launched the ExpertBook B3 Detachable (B3000). It’s the perfect 2-in-1 portable companion that can be used as a tablet or laptop; or stand it vertically or horizontally for viewing files or entertainment, making it ideal for online classes, study, work meetings, movies and more. It’s also the first device powered by Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 compute platform with a garaged stylus, and it comes pre-installed with Windows 11. The included cover, ExpertStand, is detachable, magnetic and stain-repellent, doubling as a dual-orientation prop, while the ExpertBoard keyboard connects easily for instant, efficient input — making the B3 Detachable as versatile as it is mobile. The stylus also makes it easy to get every detail just right when drawing, taking notes or marking documents.

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Dell XPS 13 Plus

The XPS 13 Plus is designed to be minimalist and modern. The sleek zero-lattice keyboard, capacitive touch function row, seamless glass touchpad and palm rest deliver a clean, iconic appearance that is light to the touch and complemented by curved, comfy edges throughout. The XPS 13 Plus is designed with a 12th Gen Intel Core 28W processor (improved from 15W on prior gen) and supported by larger fans that provide 55% better airflow without increasing noise or temperature. And with Express Charge 2.0, the laptop charges to nearly 80% battery life in less than an hour. The XPS 13 Plus is pre-installed with Windows 11 and comes in timeless colors, a light (Platinum) and dark (Graphite) with an enhanced surface finish that is premium and serene. Users will enjoy incredible sound for music, movies, and conferencing with two up-firing speakers hidden underneath the keyboard, while two down-firing speakers are on the base. All-new packaging is made from 100% sustainably sourced and renewable materials with paper documentation that increases its recyclability.


HP Elite Dragonfly G3

The HP Elite Dragonfly G3 with pre-installed Windows 11 empowers mobile professionals to bring their best to every meeting. Weighing under 1kg and available in Slate Blue or Natural Silver, the sleek and lightweight HP Elite Dragonfly G3 gives users more screen with a 3:2 aspect screen ratio to keep them productive. Powered by 12th Gen Intel processors, the HP Elite Dragonfly G3 features a 13.5-inch clamshell design with recycled magnesium, aluminum and ocean bound plastics.

Enhanced by HP Presence, the Elite Dragonfly delivers an exceptional collaboration experience with audio by Bang & Olufsen and four discrete amps working together to create immersive sound. HP Dynamic Voice Leveling automatically optimizes voice clarity, and hybrid workers will love the AI-based noise reduction 2.0 enhancing audio so people can be heard even while wearing a mask. Equipped with intelligent charging, the battery learns work patterns to optimize power consumption. IT departments will be reassured with the inclusion of HP Wolf Security for Business, which provides a resilient defense against malware and hacking.

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Lenovo Z Series

The all-new ThinkPad Z13 and Z16, pre-installed with Windows 11, embrace a new striking and sustainable design with premium color accents and materials including recycled aluminum and recycled black vegan leather. Sustainability extends to the packaging which is made from 100% recyclable and compostable bamboo and sugarcane, and the AC power adapter uses 90% Post-Consumer Content (PCC). The ThinkPad Z13 and Z16 will be the first laptops powered by the very latest AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 Series Mobile Processors with the Microsoft Pluton Security Processor. The Microsoft Pluton Security Processor is designed to help defend against new, sophisticated attacks and offers continuous protection of user identity, data and applications. Other key design and technology features include minimalistic ultra-narrow bezels, and enhanced audio and video conferencing with a new Communications Bar that houses a better FHD webcam with a larger sensor and dual-array microphones. A larger 120mm glass haptic ForcePad that flows seamlessly with the all-glass palm rest is introduced for rapid and easy input. Those familiar with the iconic red TrackPoint will witness a new functionality: Double tap the TrackPoint to launch a Communication QuickMenu for quick access to common camera and microphone settings.

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Razer Blade 14

Razer’s 14-inch gaming laptop is back and more powerful than ever before. The new Razer Blade 14 combines the latest AMD️ Ryzen 9 chipset with an improved 16GB of DDR5 memory to create a blazing-fast gaming device that surpasses the previous generation. Blade 14 continues to be a remarkably thin, light and compact device with impeccable performance, now packed with further refinements to make a great gaming laptop that much better. With a newly implemented MUX Switch, the Blade 14 sees increases in gameplay performance by utilizing the discrete GPU to drive games on the internal display. Razer Blade 14 also added the same fingerprint resistant coating and a 1080p Windows️ Hello IR webcam, making video calls twice as clear as before. The new Razer Blade 14 ships with Windows 11 pre-installed, with all its prevalent gaming benefits including DirectStorage, Xbox Game Bar and PC Game Pass.

Here’s to a great CES! Special thanks to the Consumer Technology Association, who continues to bring us these amazing technologies and innovations, and to our amazing Windows ecosystem partners. It is exciting to see what is in store for us in 2022.


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Now it's more clear why MS is insisting on security minded CPUs. In close future it will differentiate from W10 more and more. OS is just as much a part of PC/devices as hardware. It's obvious that MS was working closely with CPU and other HW manufactures for some time yet they let confusion reign and let people think that changes are mostly cosmetic, They should have made plans clear i the first place. Can't see them retrofitting to W10. For them it's all but dead.
 

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Now it's more clear why MS is insisting on security minded CPUs. In close future it will differentiate from W10 more and more. OS is just as much a part of PC/devices as hardware. It's obvious that MS was working closely with CPU and other HW manufactures for some time yet they let confusion reign and let people think that changes are mostly cosmetic, They should have made plans clear i the first place. Can't see them retrofitting to W10. For them it's all but dead.
Hi folks

Why should we all want LESS security -- I have made zillions of posts about a lot of the totally desperate and pointless desperation ( only for HOME computers I might add) how 3rd party A/V suppliers (even the well used Malwarebytes - used by zillions on these Forums) have been peddling their totally redundant software (built for C20's problems) and now that W11 has really good security possibilities (WD is built on the almost military strength of the security built in to Ms's very successful AZURE cloud service) I still can't believe the amount of posts saying why is Ms making people eventually require things like TPM and secure boot.

Maybe for HOME computers it could all be a bit over the top but really who wants LESS security on an OS - even though I really think 99.999% of security problems on Home computers aren't really malware / viruses at all but people being scammed and / or identity theft of their own making by giving out too much personal info over the Internet on social media sites. (Plus also a load of about to be redundant "Domestic Security I.T advisors").

If you want to install things like Malwarebytes for your own piece of mind then that's a different argument - but realize it's not a technical or financial reasonable response but purely psychological. If that makes you feel safer OK but realistically on W11 you won't do better than to implement WD with proper keys for TPM when that becomes clearer.

I for one am happy that finally Windows will be approaching security that UNIX / LINUX users have had for years - or might even surpass it.

Cheers
jimbo
 

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Hi folks

Why should we all want LESS security -- I have made zillions of posts about a lot of the totally desperate and pointless desperation ( only for HOME computers I might add) how 3rd party A/V suppliers (even the well used Malwarebytes - used by zillions on these Forums) have been peddling their totally redundant software (built for C20's problems) and now that W11 has really good security possibilities (WD is built on the almost military strength of the security built in to Ms's very successful AZURE cloud service) I still can't believe the amount of posts saying why is Ms making people eventually require things like TPM and secure boot.

Maybe for HOME computers it could all be a bit over the top but really who wants LESS security on an OS - even though I really think 99.999% of security problems on Home computers aren't really malware / viruses at all but people being scammed and / or identity theft of their own making by giving out too much personal info over the Internet on social media sites. (Plus also a load of about to be redundant "Domestic Security I.T advisors").

If you want to install things like Malwarebytes for your own piece of mind then that's a different argument - but realize it's not a technical or financial reasonable response but purely psychological. If that makes you feel safer OK but realistically on W11 you won't do better than to implement WD with proper keys for TPM when that becomes clearer.

I for one am happy that finally Windows will be approaching security that UNIX / LINUX users have had for years - or might even surpass it.

Cheers
jimbo
Agreed, viruses and other sneaky malware are not of prime concern any more, AVs and adware/malware hunters got measure of them. Falling for stupid phishing and promises is still in users domain but that's not much different from other walks of life. Such scams predate IT by thousands of years. Just remember all those book and magazine subscriptions, "free" items you never wanted or winning lottery you never bought a ticket for?
Nigerian prince is as old as ordinary mail, well before any e-mail or internet.
Attacks have largely shifted to many holes deep into OS and occasional SW even thru hardware. Spectre and Meltdown of just few years ago, some new ones that just surfaced 'Nearly all' Intel chips have major security flaw all brought by CPU complexity which CPUs from 20 years ago didn't have. Don't want to sound like scaredy cat but more sneaky things are yet to come. MS and HW manufacturers must have known about those for some time but are not telllin' everything, mostly waiting until problem is solved or close to be solved. Only occasional leak or something was caught by independent research gets into spotlight. That leaves OS developers and HW manufacturers to boast how "We fixed those, see how good we are" when those are the ones that created problems in first place. Don't be too sure about Unix and Linux, Unix was used in much simpler times and Linux is mostly spared just because small percentage of users and hackers have little to gain. Linux is vulnerable because it's open source and everybody and his sister have access to practically anything and can get by with little checks with so many distros.
 

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