Dell, HP, Intel, Lenovo and Microsoft unite to launch first-ever joint ad campaign

Dell, HP, Intel, Lenovo and Microsoft are collaborating for the first time on a joint advertising campaign that showcases the exciting innovation in today’s newest personal computers (PCs).

The combination of Intel’s best processors ever – 6th Generation Intel Core processors – Microsoft’s latest Windows operating system – Windows 10 – and some of the thinnest and most innovative designs ever from Dell, HP and Lenovo was the driving force for these companies to align around an aspirational and educational message for the PC category.

The six-week campaign, which begins 19 October in the United States and China, highlights the significant innovation in today’s PCs, prompting consumers to ask ‘PC Does What?’ and inspiring them to question whether their current PC can do the same. The integrated campaign will run across TV, digital and social elements, complemented by native advertising, to reinforce the advanced capabilities of the modern PC.

Today’s PCs categorically represent a major leap forward for all users, from mobile workers to gamers, delivering a range of exciting experiences and significant advancements over older systems. These include:

nLeave the power cord behind – the latest PCs offer true wireless flexibility with battery power that lets you work uninterrupted for hours on end;

nImmerse yourself in the game – with higher resolution, better details and faster frame rates, these new PCs deliver amazing gaming experiences with up to 30 times better graphics versus a five-year-old system;

nSmile and log in –no need to remember a password when you can login to the PC with your face using facial recognition;

nDon’t waste time waiting – get tablet-like responsiveness in the latest 2 in 1 PCs that power on instantly with the touch of a button.

The campaign’s five TV spots each highlight a different feature that surprises and delights the consumer. The campaign uses native advertising to create storylines through editorial and video that will show, share and personalise PC experiences in a relatable way. The PCdoeswhat.com microsite serves as the campaign landing page, giving consumers direct links to the native content and interactive information about the various PCs and features showcased throughout the campaign.

The joint campaign is designed to complement each company’s respective fourth quarter marketing efforts and will conclude on 30 November.

The new PCs highlighted in the campaign and more are currently on the market, with more expected to arrive in time for the holidays.

“The possibilities of today’s PCs are endless, but millions of people are still using outdated systems,” said Karen Quintos, senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Dell. “For consumers and business users alike, entirely new benefits and features come standard in the latest devices. Now is the perfect time to experience what you’ve been missing.”

“Today’s PCs featuring new designs and innovative form factors re-imagine the promise of personal computing, bringing to life new experiences,” said Antonio Lucio, chief marketing officer, HP. “HP is excited to join forces with our partners and counterparts in the industry to tell the story of personal computing in a way that captures the imagination of what’s possible.”

“People buy integrated devices comprised of an operating system, processor and form factor,” said Steven Fund, chief marketing officer, Intel. “With unprecedented, substantive innovation in the PC category, it only made sense for us to tell our story together.”

“Collectively, we have made so many innovative strides that the ‘everyday’ PC experience that people have come to expect has changed profoundly,” said David Roman, chief marketing officer, Lenovo. “We are talking revolution, not evolution, to such an extent that we stand unified in our commitment to educate and excite the market. In particular, the US and China are the No. 1 and No. 2 PC markets in the world, and we believe that there are millions of consumers in these markets who will be interested in what today’s PC can do.”

“Powered by Windows 10, the modern PC has ushered in a new era of innovation,” said Chris Capossela, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, Microsoft. “It seems only appropriate that the key players in this industry rally behind a single campaign to drive awareness about the innovative hardware and software propelling this change.”