HP unveils some slimmed-down, mid-range Envy laptops

They'll be aimed at back-to-school shoppers when they go on sale later this spring.

No, these aren't as flashy as that jewelry-inspired "world's thinnest" laptopthat HP just unveiled, but hey: Regular people on regular budgets need new PCs too. The updated Envy and Envy x360 are heavier than the skinny new Spectre 13.3, but they also offer more horsepower (not to mention a fuller selection of ports) at more affordable starting prices. Before we get into what makes each model unique, the mid-range Envys are all thinner and/or lighter than their predecessors, with USB Type-C ports now a standard feature. Otherwise, the aluminum builds and island-style, metal keys should look similar to some older HP laptops.

Gallery: HP Envy x360 press images | 7 Photos