HP OmniBook Copilot+ PC Features: Recall, Live Captions and More

A Copilot+ PC is a Windows 11 laptop with a neural processing unit (NPU) capable of at least 40 trillion operations per second (TOPS). That hardware lets Recall, Live Captions with translation, Cocreator and Windows Studio Effects run on the device itself. HP OmniBook laptops with Snapdragon® X, AMD Ryzen™ AI or Intel® Core™ Ultra processors bring these tools to everyday work, study and creative projects.

Whether you split your week between the office and home, work with colleagues across Asia or switch between English, Cantonese and Mandarin on calls, these features are designed to cut down on repetitive tasks. In this guide, we explain how each one works, how to switch it on and which HP OmniBook suits your day.

What Is a Copilot+ PC?

A Copilot+ PC is a Microsoft-certified class of Windows 11 laptop that meets set hardware requirements to unlock exclusive AI features. To qualify, a device needs:

• An NPU capable of at least 40 TOPS
• 16GB of memory (RAM)
• 256GB solid-state drive (SSD) storage
• Windows 11

How does a Copilot+ PC differ from a standard AI PC or standard laptop?

Not every laptop with AI capabilities is a Copilot+ PC. Here is how the three groups compare:

• Copilot+ PC - 40+ TOPS NPU; runs exclusive features such as Recall, Cocreator and Live Captions with translation on the device
• Standard AI PC - has an NPU, usually below 40 TOPS; supports basic AI tasks
• Standard laptop - no dedicated NPU; AI relies on the central processing unit (CPU), graphics processing unit (GPU) or cloud services

For a deeper look at the difference, read our guide to AI PCs versus traditional PCs.

Which HP OmniBook models are Copilot+ PCs in Hong Kong?

Copilot+ PC status depends on the specific configuration, not the range name. The HP OmniBook family on HP Hong Kong spans several ranges and processor platforms, so check each product’s specification table for an NPU rated at 40 TOPS or above, 16GB of memory and 256GB of storage. You can see the full line-up on the HP OmniBook range page.

If you are curious about Arm-based processors, our guide to Snapdragon processors explains what sets them apart.

Copilot+ PC Features on HP OmniBook Laptops: What You Get

With Copilot+, four key AI features run on the device itself.

Recall: search everything you have seen on your PC

Recall creates a private, searchable timeline of your screen activity. Search for documents, emails, websites or chats using natural language or visual memory. Recall is optional, and snapshots are stored on your device.

Cocreator: generate and edit images on the device

Generate and edit images directly inside Paint using text prompts. The NPU handles the processing, so you can experiment with ideas without waiting on a cloud connection for every image.

Live Captions with translation: real-time multilingual captions

Real-time captions appear for audio from meetings, videos and calls, with translation from more than 40 languages into English. That makes the feature useful for multilingual teams, international calls and accessibility needs.

Windows Studio Effects: professional video calls without extra hardware

Get polished video call quality automatically, including eye contact correction, auto-framing, portrait lighting, background blur and voice focus. No extra camera or microphone is required.

How to Use Recall on Your HP OmniBook

Recall tackles a familiar frustration: finding a file or web page buried under gigabytes of clutter. Instead of relying on exact keywords, you describe what you remember in natural language. Once you turn it on, Recall takes snapshots of your screen activity, encrypts them and indexes them on your PC.

How to activate Recall:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy & security > Recall & snapshots
2. Opt in to saving snapshots and set up Windows Hello when prompted
3. Review your privacy filters to exclude specific apps and websites
4. Open Recall by searching for “Recall” in the taskbar
5. Type a query, such as “Q3 sales deck we discussed with marketing”
6. Scroll the visual timeline to browse snapshots in order
7. Select a snapshot to jump back to that moment

Privacy controls built in: Recall is opt-in, and Windows Hello authentication is required to open it. You choose which apps and websites to exclude, and you can pause snapshots, delete individual snapshots or delete them all at any time. According to Microsoft, snapshots stay on your device and are not shared with Microsoft or third parties.

How to Use Live Captions with Translation

Live Captions takes the pressure off frantic note-taking and language barriers during meetings, calls and videos. The NPU processes audio on the device in real time and displays captions for audio playing on your PC, including Microsoft Teams calls, Zoom meetings and YouTube videos.

How to activate Live Captions:

1. Press Win + Ctrl + L, or go to Settings > Accessibility > Captions
2. Turn Live Captions on
3. Customise the position, size, font, colour and background of the caption bar
4. Set the caption language to English (United States) to see translated captions automatically on a Copilot+ PC

According to Microsoft’s Live Captions guidance, a Copilot+ PC can translate audio from more than 40 languages into English and from 27 languages into Simplified Chinese. The supported list includes Cantonese, and same-language captions are available for Chinese (Traditional, Hong Kong SAR). Microsoft currently lists English and Simplified Chinese as the translation outputs.

In practice, that means translated captions for multilingual team calls, real-time subtitles for video calls and live captions for podcasts, webinars and online courses. Caption processing happens on the device. Apps such as video calling services may still need an internet connection.

How to Use Windows Studio Effects

Windows Studio Effects uses your HP OmniBook’s NPU to deliver professional-looking video calls without extra equipment. Because the NPU takes on this processing, there is less load on the CPU and GPU.

Available effects:

• Background blur and portrait lighting
• Eye contact correction
• Automatic framing
• Voice focus

How to activate Studio Effects:

1. Open Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Cameras
2. Select your camera
3. Under Windows Studio Effects, toggle and configure each option
4. Effects apply across video apps such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom

These effects suit video calls, client meetings and webinars, especially when lighting or background conditions are less than ideal.

How Copilot+ Features Streamline Real-World Workflows

Scenario 1: hybrid professional leading a regional team

• Morning: Catch up on overnight messages from colleagues in other time zones, then use Recall to pull up yesterday’s strategy deck without hunting through folders
• Midday: Join a multilingual Microsoft Teams call, where Live Captions translates a Cantonese-language discussion into English captions and reduces the need for manual notes
• Afternoon: Take a client video call with Windows Studio Effects, such as eye contact correction and portrait lighting, to look polished even when the lighting is dim
• Evening: Create a quick image for a summary report using Cocreator in Paint

These small gains add up over a working week, although the time you save will vary from person to person.

Scenario 2: content creator or marketing professional

• Content planning: Use Cocreator to prototype mood boards and social media thumbnails
• Research: Use Recall to find the campaign reference you saw last week
• Video production and client presentations: Use Live Captions to follow interviews, while Windows Studio Effects frames you automatically and blurs a busy background

Scenario 3: student or home-office user

• Lectures and online classes: Use Live Captions to follow recorded lectures and webinars
• Revision: Use Recall to find the notes or web page you viewed earlier in the week
• Group projects: Use Cocreator to sketch quick visuals for slides and posters

Choosing the Right HP OmniBook for Your Day

HP OmniBook laptops span several tiers, so the right pick depends on how you work. Each range suits a different kind of day:

• HP OmniBook 3 for everyday tasks and value-minded buyers
• HP OmniBook 5 for students and families
• HP OmniBook 7 for multitaskers who want durability and power
• HP OmniBook X and HP OmniBook Ultra for premium performance and creative work

Because Copilot+ PC support varies by configuration, confirm the NPU rating, memory and storage on the product page before you buy. HP OmniBook 5 laptops are a good starting point if you are choosing for study or family use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an AI PC and a Copilot+ PC?

An AI PC has hardware built for AI tasks, usually including a neural processing unit. A Copilot+ PC meets Microsoft’s higher requirements: an NPU capable of at least 40 TOPS, 16GB of memory and 256GB of SSD storage. Meeting those requirements unlocks features such as Recall, Cocreator, Live Captions with translation and the full Windows Studio Effects suite.

Can I use Copilot+ PC features offline?

For the most part, yes. Recall, Cocreator, Live Captions and Windows Studio Effects are processed on the device by the neural processing unit, so the processing does not depend on a cloud connection. Apps used alongside these features, such as video calling services, may still need an internet connection.

Does Live Captions work with Cantonese?

Yes. On a Copilot+ PC, Live Captions can translate Cantonese audio into English, and it also provides same-language captions for Chinese (Traditional, Hong Kong SAR), according to Microsoft. Microsoft currently lists English and Simplified Chinese as translation outputs, so check its supported-language list for the latest details.

Is Recall private?

Recall is optional and stays off until you opt in. According to Microsoft, Recall snapshots are stored and processed on the device, are encrypted and are not shared with Microsoft or third parties. Windows Hello authentication is required to open them, and you can exclude apps and websites, pause snapshots or delete them at any time.

Do AI features drain the battery faster?

Not necessarily. A neural processing unit is designed to run AI tasks more efficiently than a central processing unit or graphics processing unit, so on-device AI features tend to use less power. Actual battery life varies by model, configuration and usage, so check the battery details on each HP OmniBook product page.

Can I use Cocreator images commercially?

Usage rights for images created with Cocreator in Paint depend on Microsoft’s current terms. Review the Microsoft Services Agreement and any content policies before using generated images in commercial work.

How can I tell if a laptop is a Copilot+ PC?

Look for a Copilot+ PC label on the product page, then check that the specifications list an NPU of at least 40 TOPS, 16GB of memory and 256GB of SSD storage. HP Hong Kong’s online store also lets you compare OmniBook specifications side by side before you decide.

Final Thoughts

HP OmniBook Copilot+ PCs bring practical, on-device AI tools to everyday routines. Many users find the biggest gains in file searching, multilingual calls and video meetings, although results depend on how often you use each feature. The extra investment makes most sense if you work within Microsoft 365, join frequent meetings, create content regularly or collaborate across languages. If your day is mostly web browsing and email, a standard laptop may be sufficient.

Curious whether an HP OmniBook suits your day? Explore HP personal laptops on HP Hong Kong and find the model that fits your routine best.