Acer Unveils Trio of Chromebooks forFamilies, Students, and Hybrid Workers

Bengaluru January 04, 2022 Acer today unveiled three new Chromebooks designed for consumers needing a secure, easy-to-use,and affordabledevice for productivity, entertainment and communication. These new Chromebooks come in three sizes and form factors, and arefurnished with everything consumers need, plus exceptional audio and video technology for entertainment and video conferencing.

This new trio of Acer Chromebooks offers the best of several worlds; they deliver solid performance capabilities, have greatextra features, and giveusersthe latesttechnologywhile staying within budget,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “Today’s users need a reliable, easy-to-use meansto stay productive,connected and entertained when they’re at home—these three new Acer Chromebooks fit thatbill.”
 
Acer Chromebook Spin 513—Sleek Design with Productivity-Boosting VertiView Display
With a svelte design and a durable aluminum case, the new Acer Chromebook Spin 513 (CP513-2H) is the ideal Chromebook to take on-the-go for school, passion projects, work, and more. Powered by the new super-fast MediaTek Kompanio 1380 processor with eight cores for enhanced multitasking,itletsusers stayproductive all-day with exceptional performance and up to 10 hours of battery life[ ].Aproductivity-boosting VertiView 13.5-inch display with a 3:2 aspect ratio givesusers 18% more vertical screen spaceso they can see more content before needing to scroll. Furthermore, the gorgeous display’s2256x1504 resolution panel and 7.7mm (0.3 in) narrow side bezels serve to highlight these visuals.

The new Acer Chromebook Spin 513’s convertible design makes it a great choice for people who take their device with them when they travel. It can transform between four different usage modes, such as tent mode for making the most of space-constrained spaces like trains orairplanes and tablet mode for use on-the-go, and features military-grade MIL-STD 810H[ , ] durability.When out and about, Wi-Fi 6 helps maintain reliable connections to networks and hot spots.In addition, the Chromebook has a backlit-keyboard for low-light areas and a USB Type-C port for connecting to peripherals, transferring data and charging mobile devices.

DTS® Audio and a pair of upward-facing speakers deliver high-quality and distortion-free sound, whether it’s on avideo call for work or school, orwhileenjoyingstreamed entertainment. A pair of upward facing microphones completes the package, giving users everything they need for crystal-clear conference calls.

Acer Chromebook 315—Large 15.6-inch Anti-Glare Display and OceanGlass Touchpad

Acer builds on its position as the industry leader in large-screen Chromebooks with the Acer Chromebook 315(CB315-4H/T), bringing an affordable option to users seeking a device for smooth and effortless multitasking. This portable device keepsusersconnected, engaged and entertained from different areas of their home—oreven whileoutdoors. The Acer Chromebook 315’s huge FHD IPS[ ]15.6-inch display is anti-glare, so it can be enjoyed on the patio, balcony or garden as well as throughout the home and office. Plus, an optional touch-screen display allows for easy navigation, while the large keyboard has room for a dedicated numeric keypad, a bonus when working on home finances and schoolwork.

Complementing the display’s extra real-estate, the Acer Chromebook 315 includes technology for clear and reliable video conferences. Hybrid workers and students will be seen and heard thanks to a wide field-of-view HDR webcam with flare-reducing technology and a pair of integrated microphones. DTS Audio delivers rich sound with deeper bass, ideal for video calls as well as enjoying games orstreamed content, whilethe latest Intel® processors and Wi-Fi 6 providereliable performance and connectivity.On top of 10 hours of battery life[1], users will also appreciate two USB Gen 2 Type-C ports, one on each side, and the ability to easily transfer videos and photos thanks to a MicroSD card reader.

The Acer Chromebook 315 features a unique eco-friendly OceanGlass™ touchpad which is made entirely out of ocean-bound plastic waste that has been recycled into a glass-like texture,giving it sleek and responsive tactile feedback, contributing to the reduction of plastics adrift in the ocean.

Acer Chromebook 314—Budget-friendlyand Portable with an OceanGlass Touchpad

Designed for students and families with school-age children, the Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-3H/T)is powered by the latest Intel® processorsfor solid everyday performance and features MIL-STD 810H durability[2,3]. Users can expect up to 10-hours of battery life[1], plenty long enough to make it through the entire school-day, while Intel®Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) provides connectivity speeds up to 3x faster than Wi-Fi 5.

The Acer Chromebook’s 14-inch FHD IPS touchscreen display[ ]features ananti-glare coating so it can be used even in brighter lighting conditions, while its narrow 8.1mm (0.32 in) side bezels further keep the focus on the visualsand contribute to the Chromebook’s compact size. Userscan navigate Chrome OS via the optional multi-touch display, or by using the OceanGlass™ touchpad that delivers a sleek touch experience and contributes to the reduction of ocean-bound plastic waste.

The Acer Chromebook 314 provides an excellent remote-learning experience with two built-in microphones and a flare-reducing webcamwith temporal noise reduction (TNR) technology for better video quality in low-light conditions.DTS Audio deliversfull, high-quality, distortion-free sound.A pair of USB Type-C portscompletes the package, offering users a convenient means to connect to a wide variety of peripherals.

Chrome OS and App Support

The new Acer Chromebooks utilize Chrome OS to deliver fast boot times, ease of use, security, and longer battery life. They support web-based apps and appsonGoogle Play, so users will have access to all the apps they need for productivity, school, creativity and more.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 (CP513-2H) will be available in North America in June 2022starting at USD 599.99; and in EMEA in April 2022starting at EUR 649.
The Acer Chromebook 315(CB315-4H/T) will be available in North America in January 2022starting at USD 299.99; and in EMEA in late Q1 2022starting at EUR 399.
The Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-3H/T) will be available in North America in June 2022starting at USD 299.99; and in EMEA in April 2022starting at EUR 369.
Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.
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