To force! HP to $ 1 billion acquisition of Samsung printer business

Earlier, there have been reports that the printer and PC maker Hewlett-Packard to complete the acquisition of Samsung Electronics printer business for $ 1.05 billion, which indicates that HP is vigorously developing the printer business.

Hewlett-Packard said the acquisition will extend HP's portfolio and help disrupt the $ 55-billion A3 copier market, which, despite its simple operation, performs as well as a copier.

In a statement, Hewlett-Packard President and CEO DioWissett said: With the rejuvenation of the printing industry, HP is pleased to bring together the best and brightest talent in this industry. Together, we have built more than 30 years as a printing leader to accelerate strategic development and take advantage of new market opportunities for our customers and partners Provide unique and highly innovative printing solutions.

In the acquisition, Hewlett-Packard will also receive more than 6500 Samsung print patents, and nearly 1,300 researchers and engineers, who are experts in laser technology, imaging electronics and supplies and accessories.In addition, Samsung will pass Open market purchases, the HP injection of 100 million to 300 million US dollars in equity investment.

In the meantime, HP also sees 3D printing as a potential area for growth, and in an interview with CNBC in October, Wessler said HP has been involved in 3D printing technology and grabbed the market before it inevitably interfered with production.

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