All familiar things undergo changes one day. How could a peasant recognize a microwave or multicooker as a “continuation” of a traditional oven? And the refrigerator does not at all resemble the “cold” underground floor in a Russian hut. It’s the same story with a laptop: the 2-in-1 form factor still causes some confusion. Let's try to figure it out with an example tablet computer HP Elite x2 1012 G1, how revolutionary this solution is.

HP Elite x2 1012 G1 review: laptop or tablet?

Let's make a reservation right away: the HP Elite x2 1012 G1 is a commercial device designed to solve business problems. The manufacturer does not position it as a laptop or tablet for entertainment, which means choosing it for watching movies in the country or as a photo or video camera is not very rational.

The focus is on completely different functional features and benefits: like the rest of the HP Elite family, the x2 is, first and foremost, a durable and reliable device for work. Compliance with the requirements of the American defense standard MIL-STD5 allows this PC to be used by employees of enterprises from a wide variety of industries: dust or high humidity in the premises is not a problem for them, as is shaking during flights or working on a train. Additional reliability is provided through the use of protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 4 and the use of two types of aluminum alloys that maintain an optimal balance of strength and lightness. In general, it is an ideal assistant for a mobile specialist or businessman on a business trip.

To ensure that the tablet meets all the necessary requirements, it uses a unique combination of technologies: HP Sure Start - protective system, operating at the BIOS level, HP Touchpoint Manager administration service, management technologies built into the processor Intel Core M vPro, as well as mechanisms that ensure ease of repair and maintenance work without delivery to a service center.

The Elite x2 also features security features that are integrated directly into the system rather than added as an add-on. The optional Intel M vPro processor allows system administrators enable and control Elite x2 remotely over wired and wireless networks, plus other unique hardware enhancements.

However, the HP Elite x2 1012 G1 may also be of interest to many home users.

HP Elite x2 1012 G1 is a stylish tablet, with an all-metal body, a plastic antenna insert on the back, which also includes a camera module with flash. There, on the back, there is a fingerprint sensor.

The front dimensions of the device are 300 x 213.5 mm. Thickness - 8.05 mm. With the included HP Travel Keyboard attached, the dimensions are 300 x 213.5 x 13.45 mm. The weight of the two-piece combination is 1205 g, and the tablet itself weighs 820 grams.

The black frames around the edges are unusually wide - about two centimeters. In the middle of the top frame - front-camera and a light sensor.

At the top end, behind perforated holes in the aluminum casing, there are Bang & Olufsen speakers. There, on a short distance from each other, you can find two microphones.

On the left side there is an on/off button, below there is a volume rocker with “+” and “-” icons, a tray for SIM cards, a recess for attaching a loop that holds the pen and a stand mount.

At the bottom end there is a recess with a magnetic connector and guides for attaching and connecting the keyboard. The keyboard attaches with a characteristic click. And it holds up very tightly. In principle, it holds the tablet itself suspended, but you should not repeat this experiment often. In the horizontal plane the keyboard holds very tightly, but if you move it to the side, as if tearing it, it comes off with noticeably less force. The left side of the cover bends and is magnetized to the bottom frame, which makes it even more securely attached to the tablet in a laptop position, and also provides a very convenient tilt angle. Obviously, if you have work space and depending on your preferences, the keyboard can be placed horizontally on the table surface.

The keyboard itself is the lid of the tablet, naturally, very hard. The upper part is made of aluminum, the reverse side is covered with gray fabric. The keyboard is island-type, the key size is standard, the travel is comfortable, just like on the company’s top laptops. There is a keyboard backlight - very uniform and comfortable, it is activated automatically. The keyboard interacts with the tablet via a connector, only with a “physical” connection.

If the keyboard is wrapped behind the back of the device, it stops responding to keystrokes. The trackpad is located under the key block; it is quite wide, at the level modern models, but its width is more modest, dimensions are 91 x 51 mm. Multi-gestures are supported. Keyboard dimensions - 300 x 219.3 x 6.1 mm.

On the right side there is a jack for a 3.5 mm stereo headset, standard USB Type A (3.0), MicroSD card tray and USB Type-C, which is used for charging or other peripherals with this interface. In particular, this could be a monitor (Thunderbolt technology supported, resolution up to 4K), a docking station or drives. Below is a color diode to display events and device status. When charging, it glows orange and then white.

The most interesting thing is, of course, the issue of placing the device on the surface. To do this, the tablet is equipped with a folding bracket on fairly tight hinges, which provide tilt angles in a wide range. However, each such manipulation should be carried out with some caution and make sure that the tablet is placed firmly. There are recesses on the side ends for comfortable gripping of the stand. On a table, a tablet with a keyboard attached is practically no different from a regular laptop, the only thing is that the screen with the stand folded down will require a little more space.

The ends of the staple are very sharp and cut heavily into the skin, which does not mean comfortable placement on the knees. With the external keyboard folded down, the design becomes completely unstable. After all, if in a usual laptop the bulk is collected in the keyboard, lower block, here it’s the other way around. If it is impossible to place the device on a surface, you can use on-screen input methods, a stylus or a mouse.

Tablet mode is practically useless. If you are a professional, you are unlikely to need a “tiled” interface. The only real use is casual games, which are easier to use and purchase in this mode.

In "normal" mode Windows work very comfortable. If you do not have a mouse, long-pressing an object will open a context menu (analogous to the right mouse button). If objects or fonts are too small, you can select the appropriate scaling mode. And to get into small icons and interface elements, you can use a mouse or stylus. By the way, it’s a very unusual experience to hold a tablet in one hand and move the mouse across the table surface with the other.

There are several ways to enter information on-screen. They are called up from the left menu, including handwriting input, which works quite quickly and correctly. The keyboard is large, but this can cause minor inconvenience. It covers almost half the screen. It is especially inconvenient to work in this mode with tables and text editors. In addition, there is no way to control the cursor on the on-screen keyboard. For example, iOS has a simply ingenious solution where when you press with two fingers, the keyboard area turns into a trackpad. And in our case, the user needs to “minimize” the keyboard, point and hit the desired place with the cursor, and call the input utility again.

So for serious work, a physical keyboard is a must. In addition, it also acts as a tablet screen protector. But no one bothers you to buy any other keyboard, be it Bluetooth or even USB.

The same applies to the mouse - it is more convenient to work with it in Windows. It is better to take a wireless one, or rather even Bluetooth, given the number of available ports. In particular, we used the HP Z5000 Bluetooth mouse provided to us and were pleased with the results. It is very light, convenient, and the accuracy and speed of operation did not cause any complaints. Pairing with the tablet goes without any problems.

Wacom's HP Active Pen is also included. Weighs only 17.5 grams. Dimensions -147.29 x 9.5 mm. 2048 degrees of pressure are recognized, as well as tilt angles. It is very comfortable to operate it, especially in applications with a small interface. At the same time, it is not even necessary to physically touch the screen; the cursor moves when you bring the tip of the stylus to it at a distance of several millimeters. By the way, this can lead to unexpected results, especially when drawing. The pen is equipped with several keys, in particular for launching applications, erasing and other customizable options.

The kit includes a rare AAAA battery, additional tips, a loop for attaching to the tablet body and a touching rope to tie the pen to a special hole at the end of the computer.

After pressing the power button, approximately 5 to 7 seconds pass before the device shows any signs of life. For those who work with Android or iOS tablets, this may seem unusually long.

The device’s display features the usual 3:2 aspect ratio for “working”, non-multimedia tablets. Its diagonal is 12 inches (30.48 cm), which is probably the most optimal compromise for a two-in-one solution. On the one hand, when used as a laptop, such a diagonal may seem small, but when used as a tablet, taking into account the weight and dimensions and expectations, you understand that an increase in size would lead to a loss of mobility.

The LED-backlit screen with Direct Bonding technology provides good brightness and contrast, as well as decent viewing angles. The top of the screen is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 4, which is resistant to minor physical damage. An oleophobic coating is also applied - the glass does not stain. The screen is glossy, the ability to change the angle to avoid reflections and glare is a huge plus. It is very difficult to work in sunlight even with the maximum brightness level.

The display resolution is 1920x1080 (Full-HD), which is not bad for a laptop, but when used as a tablet, especially for sophisticated users, the screen may seem grainy. After all, even in modern smartphones, with a much smaller diagonal, they “install” 4K screens.

Intel Core m7-6Y75 processor with Intel HD Graphics 515 ( clock frequency 1.2 GHz, up to 3.1 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 4 MB cache, 2 cores).

Volume random access memory is 8 GB (LPDDR3-1866 module installed), which, in our opinion, is optimal for a modern work computer.

The storage used is 256 GB M.2 PCIe NVMe 3. The capacity can be expanded using a MicroSD card. The manufacturer's specifications indicate a capacity limit of up to 200 GB. But for now such a card still needs to be looked for, and the cost of such a solution will be very high. If necessary, you can connect flash drives and external hard disks, both standard and with new USB interface Type-C.

LTE Mobile Broadband Module - HP lt4120 Qualcomm Snapdragon X5.

The HP Elite x2 1012 G1 has two cameras. Front, 2 MP, for video calls and the main photo module, on the back - 5 MP, equipped with a flash. Video recording in Full HD (30 fps) is supported. Obviously, shooting with such a bulky device with such a resolution is not the most interesting idea. But to support video communication, the specified parameters are sufficient with reserve.

Considering the rather compact size of the device, the biggest concern was the issue of autonomy. It is obvious that even energy-efficient technologies cannot cope with the appetites of modern Windows computers. And partly our fears were confirmed. In fairly intensive work mode with the screen on, the tablet lasted less than 4 hours. In video playback mode (50% volume, 50% backlight in a darkened room) - 4 hours 56 minutes.

The power supply weighs only 200 grams.

The short “power” part of the wire is 45 cm, the long one with the USB Type-C connector is 1.8 m.

Tests

3DMark
Cloud Gate	3,512
Sky Diver	2,111
Fire Strike	498
GeekBench	3.056 (single-core); 6,268 (multi-core)
PCMark 8 Battery Life	3 hours and 53 minutes

Impressive practicality at a reasonable price.

Verdict: Although it is better suited for business than Surface Pro HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 also suffers from poor timing battery life.

• Pros: Great keyboard | Responsive trackpad | Clean screen;
• Minuses: So-so hinge | Battery life | Clumsy stylus;

Introduction

The king in the tablet market, thanks to its excellent keyboard case. On the market of devices with keyboards, the most similar to a real laptop. This is exactly how we position the HP Elite 1012 x2 G1. Vague, but that's how it happened.

We have HP. Thanks to its excellent keyboard case, its HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 can take the lead among 2-in-1 tablets. However, it will not get the golden crown due to the cost of hardware. With a price tag of 90,000 rubles, you will have to hit the jackpot to buy a hybrid.

Elite x2 naturally comes into competitive comparison with and, of course, . Like its competitors, the Elite x2 is suitable for the boardroom and home coffee table. Its keyboard is backlit (with numeric keypad), you get a great trackpad, a Wacom stylus and Thunderbolt with USB Type-C support, along with built-in enterprise security features that will turn any workspace user's head. HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 review below.

DesignHP Elite 1012 x2 G1

Both business users and aesthetes will appreciate the Elite x2.

On the outside we get two tones: Black, the Gorilla Glass panel (glass) where the front camera is located is complemented by a silver aluminum body. Gorilla Glass not only protects the camera from drops, but also from touching the lens with your fingers.

A fingerprint scanner is rarely an option on tablets, but HP has found a place to put one on the back of the tablet. The scanner is tactile enough that you can find it by touch, and finely integrated enough that it doesn't detract from the beautiful appearance Elite x2.

Like the top bezel, the Elite X2's 12-inch screen is framed by Gorilla Glass, and it's a large enough bezel that might be unsightly on a laptop, but provides hand resting area on a tablet so you can hold the device.

The screen is also easy enough to remove if you ever need an update. Unscrew the kickstand (we'll discuss that later), place the suction cup on the screen, pull out, and the insides of the HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 are right in front of you.

This ensures that the tablet will not fail during maintenance, and enterprise users will be able to recycle the drives after the end of the project without having to sacrifice the entire device.

Overall, the Elite 1012 x2 feels sturdy—but not heavy. In fact, at just over 800g, the x2 is only slightly heavier than the XPS 12 (790g) and Surface Pro 4 (784g).

The durability of the tablet, according to HP, is an important goal of the design team. HP says it put the Elite x2 through a 12-hour stress test that included various drops, shocks and temperature changes. Compared to these tests, riding in a hot car trunk or an inattentive baggage attendant should be a breeze for the tablet.

Fairness and balance

As I mentioned, the HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 rests on an aluminum kickstand to keep it upright. A groove on the side of the tablet allows easy access to the kickstand, which, after a gentle push, provides a resting position at the back of the tablet. The kickstand offers many different locking points, allowing you to mount the screen at almost any angle.

Luckily, the running board is sticky. Once the angle is adjusted, the footrest, and therefore the tablet, will remain in place. Elite x2 is not afraid of a slippery table in a conference room.

He's also not afraid of more challenging tasks, which may come as a surprise to some. Typically, 2-in-1 tablets are like gymnasts, strong on the floor exercise but weak on the goat routine. And that's not entirely true with the HP Elite 1012. Yes, it prefers a hard desk surface, but it balances well enough on uneven surfaces.

The magnetic keyboard connection is certainly not the most secure, but it is strong enough to keep the device together when you move it across a desk or even upside down (tablet).

The second set of magnets near the keyboard connects the keyboard cover to the bottom panel of the tablet. And this connection remains the weak link; it often breaks when the device is moved.

So be prepared to constantly adjust the lid after transferring the Elite x2. Also be prepared to make constant adjustments to the footrest while working on your knees.

It's a little annoying, but it prevents the tablet from tipping forward onto the keyboard. This doesn't happen often, but if you make a big shift, x2 can hit the keyboard face-first. Fortunately for the health of the tablet, and your wallet, it's more likely to fall forward than to dive into the floor at your feet.

Another tip: wear pants. The HP Elite 1012 x2 G1's metal footrest isn't too harsh, but it's thin and bare-legged discomfort is guaranteed after a long session.

Keyboard, Touchpad and stylus...

There's no shortage of input options with the Elite x2. The keyboard, the touchpad, the Wacom stylus, the touchscreen - even your voice, if you count Cortana search - every input method is available on this business tablet, and they all work just fine.

Basic input methods, keyboard and trackpad are integrated into the excellent Type Cover x2. There is no flimsy plastic, the keyboard case is made of rigid aluminum in a solid layout. This solution provides a durable, and most importantly, comfortable base for your hands.

The keyboard backlight is easy to cover with your hands, but not too difficult to navigate. The island-style keys are large enough (letter keys in particular) and well spaced for easy finger identification. On many keyboards with limited space, the size of the outer keys ( Caps Lock, Enter, etc.) are sacrificed for the well-being of the central part, but not here.

The quality of the set is as comfortable as possible, very similar to a laptop. This is really important considering that the thickness of the keyboard is measured in millimeters. All keys boast excellent travel and there are no soft, sagging buttons.

Enterprise users will love the inclusion of a numeric keypad. This is not a discrete set of buttons, but alternative function keys, which are activated by pressing Num. This is an excellent compromise when space is limited, I would like to see it more often.

And while we're focusing on the great keyboard, there's one downside: the trackpad suffers. He is hungry for space and wants to be bigger.

The trackpad is, of course, large, but this is not enough. Its squat nature is especially noticeable during vertical scrolling. Of course, cranking up the sensitivity helps solve this problem, but I would have liked to have had a little extra room to work with.

On the plus side, the trackpad is very responsive and has a very good “click” and spring to it. Overall, typing is a pleasure to use with the HP Keyboard Case. Business users won't have any trouble getting through the day with the HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 Tablet we reviewed.

Keyboard aside, the Elite x2's other notable input tool is the Wacom stylus, which HP calls the Active Pen. HP believes this is an important inclusion not only for everyday users, but also for enterprise users who often need to sign documents on a tablet, as well as take quick notes in meetings.

The Active Pen, based on my occasional use, works great. The stylus is perfectly calibrated right out of the box. It feels natural to use, as if you were writing with a pen. You can also access OneNote with ease: just press the eraser button on the stylus to open the app.

HP's mounting method for the Active Pen, however, struck me as wobbly. You can store it in loops or, an interesting solution, on a thread. Since the hinge attachment will not last longer than six months if transported in a backpack, the second option seems more attractive.

FullIs HD enough?

The Elite x2's FHD display (1920 x 1280) isn't the limit of screen technology, but there's plenty of visual power when you look at this 12-inch screen. In a nutshell, the display has no limitations.

Even sharp viewing angles offer a clear image, although there is a limitation, of course, due to the glossy finish. But a glossy panel is a must for a device that needs to attract the attention of a conference room.

The touchscreen offers remarkable responsiveness—even for zombie fingers like mine. Scrolling, manipulating apps, clicking links - the Elite 1012 x2 G1 and Windows 10 respond without delay.

However, some users could expect more pixels for 90,000 rubles. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 offers a resolution of 2736 x 1824 pixels for 75,000 rubles, and the Dell XPS 12, costing 85,000 rubles, offers a UHD panel with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. And that doesn't mean these tablets skimp on other hardware: each offers 256GB of storage, like the Elite x2.

Specifications

The Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and XPS 12 offer the same amount of RAM and internal storage as the Elite x2: 8GB and 256GB, respectively. But all three devices are slightly different.

The Dell XPS 12 and Elite x2 G1 prioritize energy conservation—they're based on Core M chips—while the Surface Pro 4 comes with a 2.4GHz Intel Core i5 processor, offering much more power.

When it comes to available ports, however, the XPS 12 and Elite x2 are much more impressive machines than the Surface Pro 4. First up is a port that remains the favorite of all business users: USB Type-C with Thunderbolt. The XPS 12 doesn't stop there and offers two USB Type-C ports.

In comparison, the Elite x2 only offers one USB port Type-C. The second port is a traditional USB 3.0 - a smart solution, in our opinion, in comparison with the second USB Type-C, because we are surrounded by many outdated peripheral devices.

CharacteristicsHPElite 1012x2G1

Here is the configuration of the HP Elite 1012 x2 G1, which came to us for review:

• CPU: Intel Core M5-6Y54 (2-core, 4 MB cache, up to 2.7 GHz with Turbo Boost);
• Graphic arts: Intel HD Graphics 515;
• RAM: 8 GB LPDDR3-1866 SDRAM;
• Screen: 12-inch FHD UWVA EDP (1920 x 1280) with LED backlight;
• Memory: 256 GB SATA M.2 TLC SSD;
• Ports: USB Type-C + Thunderbolt, USB 3.0, headphone/microphone jack (combo);
• Connection: Intel Dual Band Wireless 2×2 AC 8260 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Combo;
• Cameras: FHD 1080 front (2 MP), FHD 1080p rear (5 MP);
• Weight: 816 g (tablet) / 1.2 kg () / 1.265 kg (tablet with extended keyboard);
• Size: 299 x 213 x 7.62 (tablet) / 299 x 8.4 x 12.7 (tablet with keyboard) / 299 x 213 x 15 mm (tablet with extended keyboard) (WxDxH);

Performance

Few hybrids are able to offer a full-fledged (non-mobile) gaming experience, and the Elite x2 is no exception. However, the HP tablet is the star of home and business tasks. This is a great device when you need to multitask.

Benchmarks

Here's how the HP Elite x2 1012 G1 performed on benchmark tests:

Given its hardware, we're not surprised by the Elite x2's lack of graphics power. And in this area, competitors are outperforming the HP hybrid. The Surface Pro 4 scores, on average, 60% better in 3DMark tests, and the XPS 12 is 10% more powerful despite having similar hardware.

Interestingly, the Elite x2 holds up well in the PCMark 8 Home Test. In fact, the hybrid scored slightly higher (2,447) than the SP4 (2,406) and XPS 12 (2,247). Interestingly, the Elite x2 is quite fast in everyday use, even with several open applications and streaming music in the background.

Where the Elite x2 disappoints, however, is in the battery life tests. Despite its Core M configuration, the tablet lasts a paltry 3 hours and 53 minutes on the PCMark 8 Battery tests, and just over five hours on the video playback test (full-screen video playback looped at 50% brightness and 50% volume).

The Dell XPS 12 doesn't do much better. The tablet lasted only 3 hours and 35 minutes in PCMark 8 Battery testing. In the continuous video playback test, it lasted about 5 hours. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 with powerful processors The Core i5 performs predictably worse, but not by much: 3 hours and 15 minutes on the PCMark 8 test and 5 hours and 15 minutes on the video test.

Verdict

The HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 may not bridge the gap between a production laptop and a 2-in-1 hybrid tablet, but an excellent array of ports and USB Type C make it good choice for the meeting room. All it takes to achieve elite status is improved battery life and increased hinge strength.

We liked: An easy-to-use keyboard with a sleek trackpad and a comfortable stylus are the highlights of this device, a business-focused 2-in-1 tablet, along with a highly adjustable stand and balanced positions. The Elite x2 tablet/laptop hybrid is one of the most convenient devices to use in laptop mode.

We didn't like: For a Core M-based device, the battery life is too short. The tablet's target market is business travelers who will want to travel with a feature-rich hybrid. The Elite x2's quick battery drain would have been understandable if the hybrid had been given more power or a higher screen resolution, but neither of those things seem possible.

Final verdict

The HP Elite 1012 x2 G1 Tablet achieves the dream of 2 in 1: combining the convenience of a tablet and a laptop. The tablet in the form of a high-quality laptop will certainly appeal to businesses. Unfortunately, the battery will not pass the selection process.

HP has updated its line of business tablets: it now includes the HP Elite x2 1012 G2 model. The device has not changed much in appearance, but the characteristics have definitely become better.

Thus, a new display has appeared with a larger diagonal (12.3 inches versus 12.1 inches for the 2016 model) and resolution (it is 1824 x 2736 pixels). Screen protection, by the way, still provides strained glass Gorilla Glass 4. The processors have also changed: instead of the SoC of the Intel Core M line, regular “laptop processors” are now used - Intel Core i3-7100U in the basic version, Intel Core i5-7200U, Intel Core i5-7300U and Intel Core i7-7600U - for surcharge. The amount of RAM varies in the range of 4-16 GB, the maximum amount solid state drive equals 1 TB.

The configuration of the transformable tablet also includes cameras with a resolution of 5 and 8 megapixels, Bang & Olufsen speakers, a fingerprint sensor, an infrared camera, card slots microSD memory and SIM. Interface connectors include USB 3.1 Type-C with Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.0 Type-A.

HP Elite x2 1012 G2 received battery with a capacity of 47 Wh, with it the estimated autonomy of the tablet is 10 hours. Thanks to technology support fast charging You can replenish the battery charge by 50% in just half an hour. It is noted that the tablet will be sold complete with an HP Collaboration Keyboard with built-in backlight, and for an additional fee they will offer an electronic pen with support for recognizing 2048 degrees of pressure.

Dimensions and weight of HP Elite x2 1012 G2 - 300 x 21.97 x 8 mm and 790 grams. When combined with a keyboard, the weight increases to approximately 1.17 kg. The new product will go on sale in July and will be offered at a price of $1,100 (for the basic version in the US).

Today's hero of the review is not a simple laptop, but another attempt to create an easy-to-use tablet-laptop hybrid. I present to your attention the HP Elite x2 1012 G1.

Initially, HP is positioning its new device tailored to the business segment. Accordingly, the emphasis of the advantages is different: durability, reliability and safety.
The laptop is designed for use both in offices and on trips/flights.
Two types of aluminum alloy make the laptop lightweight and protective glass The Corning Gorilla Glass 4 display is strong.

Appearance

I don't even know what to call it this device: laptop or tablet? Let's stick to the tablet. Or a laptop? In general, the body of the device is almost entirely made of silver aluminum. On the back of the cover there is a small plastic insert, under which there is an antenna, camera, LED flash and fingerprint sensor. In the previous version of the device, the sensor was located on the keyboard unit; in this version, it is not necessary to connect the keyboard - the bug has been fixed.

The dimensions of the device depend on the configuration. Without the HP Travel keyboard, the tablet dimensions are 300x213.5x8.05 mm and weighs 820 grams; with keyboard - 300x213.5x13.45 with a weight of 1205 grams.
On the lid, in addition to the plastic insert, there is a glossy HP logo.
On top of it are Bang & Olufsen speakers and two microphones.
On the right side there is a headphone jack, a USB-C connector, a slot for microSD and under it a microUSB connector and a diode indicating the status of the gadget: white - the battery is full, orange - power is in progress.

On the left side there is a power key, a volume button, a SIM card slot and a special recess for a stand or holding a pen.

It is worth understanding that the entire description is for a tablet located in a landscape position. At the bottom there is a magnetic connector for connecting a keyboard. The connector itself holds the device quite tenaciously. Additional “tenacity” is given by the cover, which is attached to the metal using magnets.

HP Travel Keyboard

The main part of the keyboard is also made of metal, the outer side is covered with soft gray fabric. The island-style keys have a standard size and a smooth stroke. The touchpad is located under the keys and responds to multi-touch gestures.

Connection occurs only through physical contact with the tablet through the connector. At the same time, if the keys are removed behind the tablet, the keyboard does not respond to presses. There are no complaints about the ergonomics of the keyboard.

Display

HP Elite x2 1012 G1 received a 12-inch display with FullHD resolution 1920x1080, with an aspect ratio of 3:2 - this is the best option for a hybrid, providing comfortable performance in both landscape and portrait orientations. LED lights combined with Direct Bonding technology, the Elite x2 1012 G1 provides a high level of brightness and contrast, but even this is not enough for comfortable work in bright sunlight due to the glossy finish. The oleophobic coating copes with fingerprints - there are few of them left and they are easily erased.

Job

Since the laptop is designed for the business segment, it works well with the pen. If you are not using a mouse, then a long tap on the icon brings up a context menu. In addition, you can use the stylus to click on small icons, or zoom in
I would like to make a separate point about the list of technologies that may seem interesting even to the most biased user:

• Security system at the BIOS level - HP Sure Start
• HP Touchpoint Manager Administration Service
• Integrated security features

The pen has a button that launches a customized application for quickly taking notes or composing tasks. According to the list of changes in new version The wishes of last year's users are easily tracked - all this was taken into account.

HP Active Pen

Let's talk a little more about the pen. The tablet comes with an HP Active Pen stylus from Wacom. The pen recognizes 2048 levels of pressure and tilt angle, which means it is perfect not only for writing simple notes, but also for drawing.
The dimensions of the stylus are 147.29x9.5 mm, weight - 17.5 grams. It fits comfortably in the hand; there are several keys on the body that are responsible for canceling an action, erasing, calling an application, etc. As I already mentioned, you can assign your options in the settings.
The screen reacts not only to the direct touch of the stylus, but when presented to the screen at a distance.

Iron

The processor used is a dual-core Intel Core m7-6Y75 with a clock frequency of 1.2-3.1 GHz (increase is provided Intel technology Turbo Boost); Intel HD Graphics 515 is responsible for graphics.
The amount of RAM is 8 GB. The built-in volume is 256 MB, there is support for memory expansion using a microSD card up to 200 GB.

Cameras

Not all features are available in all editions and Windows versions. To use some Windows features Requires upgraded and/or additional hardware, drivers and/or software. Always on in Windows 10 automatic update. Upgrades may require ISP fees and additional requirements. For more information, visit http://www.windows.com.

Sold separately or as an additional feature.

With HP's unique no-cost security features, the HP Manageability Integration Kit manages every aspect of your computer, including hardware, BIOS, and software, and using Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager annual sales of HP Elite PCs with Intel processors® 7th Generation Core®, Intel® Integrated Graphics and Intel® Wireless LAN exceeded 1 million units as of November 2016.

HP Sure Start Gen3 is available on HP Elite products equipped with 7th Generation Intel® processors.

Multi-Core technology is designed to improve the performance of certain software products. Not all users or programs can take advantage of this technology. Performance and clock speed vary depending on applications used, hardware and software configuration. Intel product numbering is not a performance level indicator.

MM14 battery life when running Windows 10 varies depending on product model, configuration, loaded applications, functionality, mode of use, wireless connection, power management settings and other factors. The maximum battery life decreases as you use it. For more information, visit www.bapco.com.

Service is carried out by the service technical support HP, HP Certified Technicians, HP Authorized Service Providers, or HP Self Maintainer Program members. See www.hp.com/partners/SMprogram.

Capable of charging the battery to 50% in 30 minutes when the system is turned off or in standby mode. Requires a power adapter with a minimum power of 65W. Once the battery is charged to 50%, the standard charging speed will be restored. For various systems Charging time may vary up to 10% up or down.

Sold separately. Before connecting a Thunderbolt device to the appropriate connector, set latest versions all drivers for this device. The Thunderbolt cable and Thunderbolt device (sold separately) must be compatible with Windows. To determine whether a Thunderbolt device is certified to work with Windows, go to https://thunderbolttechnology.net/products.

Not all features are available in all editions or versions of Windows. Some Windows features require upgraded and/or additional hardware, drivers, software, or a BIOS update. Windows 10 always has automatic updates enabled. Upgrades may require ISP fees and additional requirements. See http://www.windows.com.

Select devices intended for use in research and education will be automatically upgraded to Windows 10 Pro for Education as part of the anniversary Windows updates 10 Anniversary Update. Features may vary; For information about Windows 10 Pro Education features, see https://aka.ms/ProEducation.

Multi-Core Technology is designed to improve the performance of certain software products. Not all users or programs can benefit from this technology. Performance and clock speeds vary depending on the applications used, as well as hardware and software configurations. Intel product numbering is not an indication of performance level.

The processor clock speed corresponds to the maximum performance mode; The processor clock speed is reduced when running in battery optimization mode.

Because some non-HP memory modules do not meet industry standards, we recommend using HP branded memory for best compatibility. When using memory modules with different frequencies, the system will operate at the lowest memory frequency.

In terms of storage devices, 1 GB is considered equal to 1 billion bytes. 1 TB is considered equal to 1 trillion bytes. Actual formatted capacity will be less than advertised. Up to 980 MB of space is reserved for system recovery software (Windows 10).

All cables are purchased separately.

Point required wireless access and Internet connection (not included in delivery). Availability of wireless access points in public areas is limited. Wireless module characteristics local network 802.11ac are draft and may not be final. This may affect your laptop's ability to connect to other 802.11ac devices.

To use the wireless module global network requires a separate service contract and factory setting. For any questions related to availability and technical connectivity in a particular region, please contact your service organization. Connection speed may vary depending on location, environment, network conditions and other factors. 4G LTE is not supported on all products or in all regions.

When using WWAN, the GPS module is not available.

Miracast is wireless technology broadcasting images from a computer screen to TVs, projectors and streaming players that support this standard. Miracast allows you to share your screen and perform slide shows. More information: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/project-wireless-screen-miracast.

To view high definition images, you need high definition content.

Internet access required.

Sold separately or as an additional feature.

Resolution depends on technical characteristics monitor, as well as the resolution and color depth settings.

The HP ePrint Driver requires an Internet connection to the HP Web Printer and Account HP ePrint (for a list of printer models, supported image and document types, and other HP ePrint information, go to www.hp.com/go/eprintcenter).

The Secure Erase feature is intended for the methods listed in NIST Special Publication 800-88.

HP SoftPaq Download Manager (SDM); HP System Software Manager (SSM); HP Microsoft Integration Kit for Microsoft System Center Configuraton Manager: Not pre-installed. Available for download at http://www.hp.com/go/clientmanagement.

HP Client Security Gen3 requires Windows and a 7th generation Intel® processor.

The battery is built-in and cannot be replaced by the user. Serviced under warranty.

Support fast battery charging. Requires a power adapter with a minimum power of 65W.

Power adapters are selected depending on the configuration.

Availability varies by country.

EPEAT® registration (if applicable). EPEAT registration status varies by country. For country-specific registration status, please visit http://www.epeat.net. To find solar generator accessories, search keyword"generator" from the HP Store with Third Party Accessories at www.hp.com/go/options.

External power supplies, power cords, cables and peripherals contain halogens. Replacement parts purchased after purchasing the device may contain halogens.

NOTE. In accordance with Microsoft support policy, HP products with 7th generation and later Intel® and AMD processors do not support OS Windows 8 and Windows 7 and no drivers are provided for them on http://www.support.hp.com.

Supports SDXC cards up to 2 TB.

HP Sure Start Gen 3 is available on HP EliteBooks equipped with 7th Generation Intel® processors.