Google’s Initial ‘Beam’ Videoconferencing Device, ‘HP Dimension,’ Launching Late 2025 for $25,000

Here’s the thing—HP, you know those guys, decided to dive into the whole Google Beam thing. Or was it called ‘Project Starline’ before? Man, tech names change faster than I can make toast. So, HP, they’re calling their new baby ‘Dimension’. It’s this wild gadget meant for businesses who have $25,000 burning a hole in their pocket. Crazy, right?

What’s the scoop here? Apparently, this gizmo uses half a dozen cameras. Why six? Beats me. Plus, they throw in some “state of the art AI” magic to whip up freakishly real 3D video of folks chatting. Imagine seeing your boss in all that glorious depth and detail on a giant 65-inch screen. Sounds like a dream—or a nightmare—depends on your boss, I guess.

They’re rolling this out to certain partners come 2025. Gotta say, a bit steep at $25K, and if you’re thinking that covers everything, nope! The Google Beam license? Separate item on the menu, folks. Why make it simple, right?

Oh yeah, there’s a picture floating around with all the marketing jazz. Saw it somewhere, but who pays attention to those polished shots? They’re all the same—a bit too glossy for my taste.

And it’s not just about 3D chats, it’s going to work with Zoom, Google Meet, those usual suspects. Teams and Webex in the mix too. For when you’re fed up with 3D and just want good old 2D meetings. Can’t blame you.

Helen Sheirbon from HP, big important-sounding title and all, jabbers about how this thing brings us closer. Like it’s going to make remote work as heartwarming as a family dinner. If only it came with a bowl of mom’s spaghetti, right?

So, Beam was first rolled out in 2021, a lifetime ago in tech world. The trick here is a light-field display, no glasses needed, to make you feel like you’re chatting face to face. Supposedly, folks notice more body language and it’s better for remembering stuff. Maybe. Or maybe it’s just another fancy toy. I guess time will tell.