HP launched a refurbished laptop program in India to provide affordable access to laptops. The program is being run in collaboration with an HP-certified partner who will sell the refurbished laptops to retail customers and businesses.
The program operates on a subscription model, allowing businesses to access the latest technology over periods of 6, 12, or 24 months.
HP plans to expand the program to other regions in 2024. The program is a ‘testament’ to HP’s goal of achieving 75% circularity for products and packaging by 2030.
When buying a refurbished laptop, you can:
- Examine the input and output components
- Confirm you’re getting the specs you’re paying for
- Check the battery health percentage
- Verify the OS installed in the refurbished laptop
- Inspect the refurbished laptop’s hard drive
- Run a CPU and GPU stress test on the refurbished laptop
The programme’s initial focus will be on notebooks, with a vision to expand and diversify its offerings, the company said in a statement.
“It’s a game-changer for those facing financial constraints, opening doors to PC usage. Students gain educational resources, small enterprises enhance productivity, and startups find a cost-effective tech solution, all contributing to a more digitally inclusive society,” said Gurpreet Singh Brar, Vice President, HP India market.
HP’s certified partner will source devices from enterprise, and retail consumers and refurbish them as per the standards defined by HP.
Post refurbishment, the partner will sell and provide comprehensive post-sales support, including warranty.
The refurbishment program stems from HP’s prior pilot initiatives, such as the redeployment of close to 20,000 devices per year for the workforce internally.
“Every HP-certified refurbished device undergoes a rigorous refurbishment process ranging from memory enhancements to storage expansions, tailored to individual preferences and requirements,” said the company.