Acer Launches Enduro Lineup of Rugged Notebooks and Tablets

·             The new Enduro series of rugged devices, featuring MIL-810G and up to IP65 certifications, are designed for first responders, field and manufacturing workers

·             In addition to physical protection, the devices also include a host of security and management services such as the Acer Enduro Manageability Suite (AEMS)

·             The Acer Enduro N7 rugged notebook has been designed to survive even the most chaotic of industrial environments and features a hot-swappable battery

·             The Acer Enduro N3 rugged notebook features the latest Intel^® Core^™ processors and long battery life, offering excellent performance that lasts for the entire workday

·             The Acer Enduro T1 tablets are designed for use with gloves and come with a range of optional accessories that allow them to be adapted to a wide variety of scenarios

·             The Acer Enduro T5 tablet is designed for industrial and warehouse work and comes with a swappable battery to allow for continuous use while on the job

Kolkata,  (June 23, 2020) Acer today launched Enduro, its new line of rugged notebooks and tablets specially designed to provide the durability, portability and performance needed by professionals working in the field. First responders and industrial manufacturing workers will find the Acer Enduro N7 to be a reliable companion, while event producers and outdoor hobbyists will appreciate the thin-and-light yet durable Enduro N3. A series of Enduro tablets are also available for retail, warehouse and manufacturing usage scenarios.

“With an increasingly modern workforce, more and more mobile devices are being deployed in the field where they are subject to harsher handling. Enduro, our new line of rugged notebooks and tablets, was created to provide our customers with the durability and performance that gets the job done,” said Andrew Chuang, General Manager, Rugged Computing, Acer Inc.

Acer Enduro N7 Rugged Notebook

The Acer Enduro N7 is a rugged notebook constructed with shock-absorbent materials to offer the reliability needed by first responders, field and industrial manufacturing workers while on the job. MIL-810G and IP65 certified^[i], the device has been engineered to withstand drops onto the hardest flooring and to resist the ingress of dust and water. This durability makes the device suitable for work, hot or cold, and its 700-nit, 14-inch FHD screen offers excellent visibility whether inside or outside. For those working long days, the Enduro N7 comes with dual batteries: one hot-swappable battery with a long 10-hour^[ii] life and another built-in bridge battery. 

In addition to being able to physically survive chaotic work environments, the Enduro N7 is equipped with the technology necessary to thrive in a modern work place. A quad-core 8^th Gen Intel^® Core™ i5 CPU offers enough power to smoothly navigate between several different applications and work on multiple tasks at the same time. The Enduro N7 is also very secure: hardware-level Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 checks for any signs of intrusion during startup and the Acer Enduro Manageability Suite (AEMS) serves to help protect the device while also making it easy to deploy services or system configurations across many devices. A fingerprint sensor supports more secure logins through Windows Hello.

Acer Enduro N3 Rugged Notebook

The Acer Enduro N3 is a powerful notebook that strikes a balance between durability and portability, making it ideal for users who rotate between several worksites such as architects, project inspectors, event managers, agricultural plant personnel or even lovers of the outdoors who want to record their adventures. The Enduro N3 was specially engineered to be resistant to drops and water, achieving MIL-STD 810G and IP53^[iii] certifications, while maintaining a thin-and-light frame of just 24.85 mm (0.98 in) at 1.985 kg (4.37 lb). Some of these features include reinforced corners for drops, Corning^® Gorilla^® Glass to protect the display from water and the unique water-resistant Aquafan^™.

This physical protection comes on top of premium levels of protection against cyber threats thanks to technology like Discrete Trusted Platform Module, AEMS, and password-protected HDDs. This host of security and management tools ensures that all work done over the device’s 13-hour battery life² is safe, and this safety does not come at the expense of performance. The Enduro N3 boasts a 10^th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, giving it reliable performance, with an optional NVIDIA^® GeForce^® MX230 discrete GPU and 512 GB PCle Gen3 NVMe SSD for those with exceptionally heavy workloads.

Acer Enduro Management Suite (AEMS)

The Acer Enduro Management Suite (AEMS) is a system designed to streamline the management of large quantities of devices, helping to keep existing devices more secure and speed up the process of rolling new ones out. The AEMS console enables a manager to remotely interact with AEMS-enabled devices in the following ways:

• Programmable physical keys: AEMS-enabled tablets and notebook computers include physical keys, located next to the power button, which will automatically launch a designated application upon keypress.
• I/O Control: The ability to remotely enable/disable access to I/O ports^[iv]. Cameras and barcode scanners may also be enabled or disabled.
• Device Monitor: Lists and exports information for all devices being managed, including information about each individual device’s system, hardware, software and any applied hotfixes.
• Remote Deployment: Any necessary applications, BIOS changes or Windows updates can be pushed out and deployed remotely.

Acer Enduro T5 Rugged Tablet

The Acer Enduro T5 (ET510-51W) is a durable and rugged 10-inch Windows tablet designed for long periods of work in extreme environments. Its 10 hour² battery can be swapped out, enabling continuous usage, and a 7^th Gen Intel Core m3 processor lends it the power needed by logistics and manufacturing workers. All on top of MIL-STD 810G and IP65 certifications and AEMS. Accessories such as docking stations, hand grips, shoulder straps, 4-point shoulder straps, car chargers and car holders are available to expand the functionality and mobility of the Enduro T5.

Acer Enduro T1 Rugged Tablets

The Acer Enduro T1 (ET110-31W) is a flexible and rugged 10-inch Windows tablet that can double as a 10.1-inch notebook via an optional portfolio keyboard. The device’s MIL-STD 810G⁴ and IP54 certifications, combined with an Intel Celeron processor and 64 GB of eMMC storage space, make it a reliable and convenient option for quick work on the go. The Enduro T1 can also be used while wearing gloves.

The Acer Enduro T1 (ET108-11A) is a compact and durable 8-inch Android tablet designed especially for smart retail, warehouse and factory workers. MIL-STD 810G^[v] and IP54 certified, the device also features a range of optional accessories and programmable keys that enable it to be adapted to a variety of unique environments. The Enduro T1 can also be used while wearing gloves.    

[i] An IP65 certification indicates that a device is “dust tight”, allowing no ingress of dust, and that “water projected by a nozzle (6.3 mm) against enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.”

[ii] Listed battery life is based on MobileMark 2014^® productivity mode testing with wireless on. Details of MobileMark 2014 testing are available at www.bapco.com. Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only. Actual battery life varies by model, configuration, application, power management settings, operating conditions, and features used. A battery's maximum capacity decreases with time and use.

[iii] An IP53 certification indicates that a device is “dust protected”, allowing only limited ingress of dust, and also able to resist some sprays of water.

[iv] Based on hardware design, not all I/O ports can be controlled via AEMS console.

[v] Sand and Dust test criteria is tested with MIL-STD 810F standard

Acer Expands ConceptD Series for Creators With New Notebooks, Desktops and Monitors

• Acer expanded its ConceptD family of notebooks, desktops and monitors supporting creators with premium power and an elegant design
• A notebook and convertible notebook that leverages Acer’s innovative Ezel hinge, impressive specs and a host of thoughtful features in order to offer an intuitive workflow
• A trio of PANTONE-validated monitors with outstanding color accuracy aimed at professional video/photo editors and animators
• A new desktop aimed at small design studios and creative enthusiasts that packs professional-grade graphics into a small, chic form factor

TAIPEI, TAIWAN (June 23, 2020) Acer today announced a new suite of premium notebooks, desktops, and monitors to expand its ConceptD line, a series of powerful devices specifically designed for creators.

Included in the lineup is the ConceptD 3 notebook range featuring the ConceptD 3 Ezel convertible notebook for creators on the move, the powerful ConceptD 100 desktop for content creators who work in small businesses and creative studios, and a trio of ConceptD monitors such as the ConceptD CP5, the ConceptD CP3 and the ConceptD CM3 for computer graphics professionals.

The ConceptD Series includes a variety of devices to suit the creative needs of professionals across the board from design students and YouTube enthusiasts to CAD designers, video editors, illustrators and animators.

ConceptD 3 Ezel and ConceptD 3 Notebooks – Mobile Creativity

Aimed at design students, freelance designers and small design studios, a full selection of high-performance ConceptD 3 notebooks are now available. Powerful enough to handle medium-size to complex CAD work with speed and accuracy, the ConceptD 3 Ezel and ConceptD 3 notebook ranges make display and powerful graphics specifications a priority. They come with a thinner and lighter look with both the clamshell and convertible form factors having 14- and 15.6-inch screens, so they can be used to edit and showcase work on the move.

ConceptD 3 Ezel – Strike a Creative Pose

The innovative ConceptD 3 Ezel is a convertible notebook designed to give creators the most intuitive experience possible. Its amber-backlit keys are set against a pristine white all-metal chassis and a luxuriously large glass trackpad that supports multi-finger gestures. Acer’s innovative Ezel hinge makes the device as versatile as it is elegant, empowering users with the ability to switch between six usage modes such as stand mode for drawing content or display mode for presenting it. Other usage modes include an adjustable float mode, traditional laptop mode, pad mode and share mode. On top of 18 hours of battery life¹, the device’s creative toolbox includes programmable keys and a suite of connectivity options, such as a SD card 7.0 reader and USB Type-C Thunderbolt^™ 3 port, while weighing just 1.68 kg (14’’, 3.7 lbs) or 1.95 kg (15’’, 4.29 kg).

The notebook features a 14- or 15.6-inch FHD PANTONE-Validated touchscreen display that covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut and has a delta E<2 color accuracy. This lifelike display is perfect for drawing with Acer’s Active Stylus, featuring 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, and artists can make use of float mode to find their ideal drawing angle. Furthermore, the ConceptD 3 Ezel is powered by 10^th Gen Intel^® Core^™ i7-10750H or 10^th Gen Intel Core i5-10300H processors, NVIDIA^® Quadro^® T1000 (ConceptD 3 Ezel Pro) or GeForce^® GTX 1650Ti GPUs and 1 TB of PCIe SSD storage. This means that the notebook is powerful enough to handle not only drawing or sketching but also animation and 3D modeling—all at 40 dBA or quieter.                

ConceptD 3 Notebook – Freedom in Creation

The ConceptD 3 high-performance laptop is housed in a timeless design and enables work and creativity on the go. Ideal for those who prefer traditional clamshell form factors, 20 hours of battery life^[i] gives creators the flexibility to edit and showcase their work wherever they happen to be. Powered by NVIDIA Quadro T1000 (ConceptD 3 Pro) or GeForce GTX 1650Ti GPUs and the new 10^th Gen Intel Core H-series processors, it is specifically designed to handle all 2D or 3D color-critical design work on a 14- or 15.6-inch FHD PANTONE Validated display.

The ConceptD 100 Desktop – Unlock Creativity

The ConceptD 100 desktop is ideal for graphics-intensive 2D design and entry-level 3D CAD modeling, addressing the specific needs of professional creators and multimedia classrooms. The ConceptD 100 desktop is equipped with a powerful 9^th Gen Intel Core processor and an NVIDIA GeForce or Quadro GPU, allowing 2D and light-duty 3D creators to accelerate quickly and reliably through tasks and workflows. This small form factor PC comes with up to 256 GB of ultrafast SSD storage, all-around connectivity and 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, which allows creators to make simultaneous use of all essential applications without delay. Its front air intake and side-ventilation keep the mini workstation cool and ensure that its noise levels stay under 40 dBA, the equivalent of a library room. It blends features with style, coming in an elegant, off-white curved design that fits perfectly into any modern office or workspace.

The ConceptD CP5 and CP3 Monitors – Breathtaking Accurate Visuals

The ConceptD CP5 and ConceptD CP3 series of monitors are aimed at professional computer graphics creators, video editors and animators who require a high-performance monitor with outstanding color accuracy and reliable compatibility. Both monitor lines are designed for those who seek resolution, color accuracy and a wide color gamut, the ability to work with HDR content, high refresh rates for blur-free images and a large screen to facilitate the design process and support collaboration.

The CP5271U V model features Delta E<1 color accuracy and is PANTONE-Validated with 1.07 billion colors. For delicate image quality, it has a WQHD 2560 x 1440 resolution, VESA DisplayHDR 600, is Adaptive-Sync compatible and overclockable to a 170 Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for professional video editing and CG work. Covering 99% of the Adobe RGB color space and leveraging a fast 1 ms (GTG) response time, it produces rich and lifelike images.

The ConceptD CP3 Monitor, also aimed at professional creators, video editors, animators and graphic designers, has similar specifications and supports 98% of the DCI-P3 wide color gamut, WQHD 3840 x 2160 with a refresh rate up to 165 Hz as well as VESA DisplayHDR 400.

The ConceptD CM3 Monitor – Brings Imagination to Life

The ConceptD CM3 series of monitors is aimed specifically at professional graphic designers and photo editors desiring a monitor that can display finely detailed design concepts and 3D content. It is ideal for professional designers that need to quickly and smoothly perform tasks requiring superb color accuracy, blur-free display and a wide color range as well as outstanding HDR and reliable compatibility. The line is ideal for creators performing 3D modeling, editing static imagery and performing rendering tasks. The large screens support the design process and facilitate collaboration.

The CM3271K model offers a 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 screen with a 4 ms (G to G) response time, 60 Hz refresh rate and a wide color gamut supporting 99% of the Adobe RGB color space. It’s compatible with AMD Radeon FreeSync, and with PANTONE Validation, Delta E<2 and VESA-certified DisplayHDR^™ 400 support, creators can expect greater color accuracy as well as greater overall luminance.

Acer Refreshes its Predator Helios, Predator Triton and Nitro Gaming Notebooks

New updates come to the high-performance Helios 700, powerful Helios 300, sleek Triton 300 and refined Nitro 7

• Acer’s gaming notebooks now offer a range of 10^th Gen Intel^® Core^™ processors and up to NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER^™ graphics
• Acer is also bringing the latest display technology to its Predator and Nitro gaming notebooks with models offering 240 Hz or 144 Hz displays for seamless, tear-free gaming
• Acer’s new PowerGem thermal technology makes its debut in the Predator Helios 700, bringing significant cooling enhancements to the ultra-powerful notebook

TAIPEI, TAIWAN (June 23, 2020) Today at Acer’s online global press conference, the company announced significant new updates to four of its popular gaming notebooks: the Predator Helios 700, Predator Helios 300, Predator Triton 300 and Nitro 7. These new refreshed models bring exciting updates across the board, giving gamers of all levels and types something to look forward to. 

The notebook lines now include the latest 10^th Gen Intel^® Core^™ H-series processors for desktop-caliber performance that can be taken anywhere. NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER^™ or RTX 2070 SUPER GPUs deliver the performance needed to drive fast displays with high refresh rates for blur-free seamless visuals in even the most demanding of AAA games. To keep the notebooks operating at peak performance and optimal temperatures, Acer has equipped the notebooks with enhanced thermal designs, new cooling technologies and additional heat pipes.

Predator Helios 700 – A Notebook That Can Replace Your Desktop

The Predator Helios 700, featuring the iconic sliding HyperDrift keyboard, has been upgraded to include either an overclockable 10^th Gen Intel Core i9-10980HK or i7-10875H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or RTX 2070 SUPER GPUs.

The device’s thermal management capabilities have been significantly enhanced with a new thermal solution called Predator PowerGem, included on models with the Intel Core i9 processor. PowerGem is a special material with 3.83 times more vertical heat conductivity than copper, improving the notebook’s heat emission efficiency. All models include three copper heat pipes, Acer CoolBoost Technology, a vapor chamber and two Acer custom-engineered 4^th Gen AeroBlade^™ 3D fans.

Additional high-performance updates include faster 2933 Hz memory (max 64 GB), an additional Thunderbolt 3 port (for a total of two) and the latest Killer DoubleShot^™ Pro (Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i wireless and E3100G Ethernet) to ensure that speed-critical applications get bandwidth priority. Fast PCIe NVMe Solid State Drives in RAID 0 keep everything lightning fast, and games will roar to life on the Helios 700’s beautiful 17.3-inch 144 Hz FHD IPS^[i] display with NVIDIA^® G-SYNC^® technology.

The keyboard, which features per-key RGB lighting and anti-ghosting, has been updated to include MagTek mechanical switches for the WASD keys and a set of new racing keys which offer increased precision. Designed for racing games, they feature 1.5 mm of keycap curvature that enables gamers to make finer and more controlled movements in game. Gamers can swap the standard WASD keys on the keyboard out with the included MagForce keys and racing keys, choosing the set best suited for the game they’re playing. Once swapped, gamers can use the Predator Sense app or press the P3 hotkey in order to adjust the keys’ lighting and actuation point.

Predator Helios 300 – Powerful, Feature Packed

Acer’s popular Predator Helios 300 has raised the bar for gaming notebooks, offering the best performance for the dollar. Now available with the latest 10^th Gen Intel Core H-series processors, overclockable NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 GPU with Max-Q Design and a 240 Hz 15.6-inch FHD IPS display with 3 ms overdrive, the newest Helios 300 has cemented its reputation as one of the most powerful and feature-packed yet affordably-priced gaming notebooks available. It also supports up to 32 GB of 2933 MHz DDR4 memory, two PCIe NVMe SSDs in RAID 0 configuration and up to a 2 TB hard drive, delivering the speed and storage necessary to maintain large libraries of AAA games and movies.

Enhancing the overall performance and gaming experience, DTS:X Ultra Audio delivers high-end 360-degree surround sound for experiencing media in a realistic spatial soundscape. With headphones, it provides an authentic audio experience letting sounds be heard as they were meant to be, whether near or far, and features specially tuned sound modes that have been optimized for different game genres (strategy, RPG or FPS).

Acer’s custom-engineered cooling technology ensures that the device runs at an optimal temperature. The notebook features dual fans, including one newly designed 4^th Generation AeroBlade™ 3D fan that reduces noise while increasing airflow, and Acer CoolBoost^™, which allows manual adjustment of the fans to ensure that critical areas receive continuous cooling. Strategically placed intake and exhaust vents are also included.

Predator Triton 300 – Ideal for Gamers and Content Creators

Acer’s powerful but slim Predator Triton 300 gaming notebook has been refreshed to include a 10^th Gen Intel Core H-series processor, up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 GPU with Max-Q Design and a 240 Hz display refresh rate. The 15.6-inch FHD IPS display also features a 3 ms response time, 300 nits brightness and supports 100% of the sRGB color space, making it ideal for both gaming and content creation. It further supports up to three M.2 SSDs (one PCIe, two combos), providing an abundance of storage plus the lightning-fast transfer rates and speed that gamers crave.

Three heat pipes have been added to the device’s advanced thermal design, which also includes a dual-fan cooling system (featuring one 4^th Gen AeroBlade 3D metal fan), CoolBoost^™ technology and strategically placed intake and exhaust vents. All this performance is housed in a thin and lightweight metal chassis^[ii] that measures just 19.9 mm (0.78 inches) thin and 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs), making it easy to game on the go.

Nitro 7 – Sleek Metal Design for Gaming on the Go

Acer’s updated Nitro 7 is another option for gamers seeking portability. Its sleek metal chassis measures just 19.9 mm (0.78 inches) thin and 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs), but still manages to pack in a 10^th Gen Intel Core H-series processor and up to a GeForce RTX^™ 2060 GPU. With up to three slots for high-speed M.2 SSDs, up to 1 TB in RAID 0 configuration, up to 32 GB of DDR4 2933 memory, Killer^™ Ethernet E2600 and Intel^® Wi-Fi 6, game load and response times are incredibly quick.

The Nitro 7’s thermal design includes dual fans, a quad exhaust port design and Acer CoolBoost^™ technology, which can be enabled in NitroSense to increase fan speed by 10% and CPU/GPU cooling by 9% compared to auto-mode. On top of the performance this makes possible, a 15.6-inch non-glare FHD IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and 3 ms response allows for sharp visuals and smooth, blur-free gameplay.

Acer unveils Acer One 14 – The affordable fully loaded laptop for education and small businesses

Acer's new affordable commercial laptop will enable Educational Institutes and Enterprises to set up or upgrade IT infrastructure at affordable cost just Rs 22,999 which includes 3 years warranty

Highlights:

•The new Acer One 14 is designed to cater to the immediate need of educational institutions and business to go digital without high investment

•Acer One 14 laptop is equipped with Intel® Pentium® Gold Processor

•Acer One 14 comes with Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 bit, 1 Gigabit LAN port with at least 2 USB 3.0 Type A

•The laptop comes with fully loaded specifications with 3 years warranty

Mumbai, June 17, 2020: Acer, the global PC brand, today updated its commercial line-up with fully loaded affordable new Acer One 14 laptop. It is powered by the Intel® Pentium® Gold Processor 4415U in a compact form-factor and impressive screen to body ration with a 14-inch display. The Acer One 14 is paired with 4GB DDR4 RAM expandable memory up to 32GB and host Intel® WiFi + Bluetooth connectivity. Especially designed for educational, Small-Medium Businesses and Enterprises to help them in the digital revolution the laptop comes with features include HD Cam with Microphone, 1 Gigabit LAN port, 2 USB 3.0 Type-A, 1 USB 2.0 Type A, and up to 4 hours of battery life.

Speaking on this occasion, Sudhir Goel, Chief of Commercial Business Group, Acer India said,

“I am thrilled to announce the launch of new affordable Acer One 14 laptop designed specially keeping in mind the enterprise & education sector. Acer has always tried to stay ahead of the consumer’s demand be it the productivity at work or empowering students. This launch will enable working professionals, students and teachers to optimize their time with the laptop offering best performance and features for the price. This is an excellent laptop when it comes to affordability, security & loaded operating system is concerned.”

Driven by the goal of digital transformation, Acer India is reaching out to schools and educational institutions as well as businesses, for learning and work style transformation. The new device offers the performance and value that customers will be able to appreciate while investing in a laptop.

Pricing and Availability:

The Acer One 14 is priced from Rs. Rs 22,999 onwards and will be available at Acer E-store (https://store.acer.com/en-in/) and at over 1500 Acer channel partner stores across India. To know more write to ail.enquiries@acer.com

Acer introduces Nitro 5, its first 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Gaming Laptop

All new Nitro 5 gaming laptop provides gamers with the tools to dictate the battlefield for an amazing gaming experience

Highlights:

• The latest Nitro 5 offering comes with up to 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 H-Series mobile processors to enable immersive gaming experiences
• This is paired with up to NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2060 graphics for incredibly fast performance and comes with fast refresh rates at up to 144Hz and low latency of just 3ms
• Latest Nitro 5 is available in 15.6” &17.3” FHD IPS Displays, Narrow-bezel design, with 80% screen-to-body ratio
• Nitro 5 comes with CoolBoost™ technology with dual-fan system & four exhaust ports
• Powered by the latest gigabit Ethernet technology, the Killer E2600 delivers incredible online experiences – low latency gaming, smooth HD streaming video, and interrupt-free voice and video chats
• The new Nitro 5 gaming laptop offers battery life up to 10 hours

Kolkata, June 11, 2020: Further strengthening their gaming portfolio in India, Acer India, today unveiled its first-ever 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processor powered Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The latest Nitro 5 comes with up to 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 H-Series mobile processors to enable immersive gaming experiences with amazing responsiveness and consistent in-game performance. The laptops are equipped with up to NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2060 graphics, a new display with a 144Hz refresh rate, and a low-latency response time of only 3ms.

Inheriting the advanced spirit of its predecessors, Acer always has gone the extra mile to ensure that gaming machines offer the right design and power for the best gaming experience. With the new Nitro 5 gaming laptop, gamers now have more features packed in sleek designs to elevate their gaming experience. Acer’s Nitro 5 laptop allows users to enjoy their favorite games in exceptional detail with a Full HD IPS display in either a 17.3-inch narrow bezel display or 15.6-inch with an impressive 80 percent screen-to-body ratio. It combines dual M.2 Supporting PCIe SSD Support in RAID 0 technology, and up to 32 GB using two soDIMM modules for superior gaming performance at a value. It effortlessly streams gameplay with Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with 2x2 MU-MIMO Technology. Users can also connect supporting gadgets with an array of ports such as HDMI 2.0, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, and more.

Speaking on this occasion, Chandrahas Panigrahi, CMO & Consumer Business Head, Acer India said, “In order to stay ahead with the increasing demand for gaming PC’s in India, Acer is excited to introduce our first 10th Gen Intel® Core™ gaming laptop designed for both core and casual Indian gaming enthusiasts. The new range is built with an emphasis on strong performance, responsiveness, and intelligent design. We are confident to continuing to offer the best experience with innovation and outstanding features for gaming fanatics.”

Roshni Das, Director – Marketing, Intel India said, “Performance and mobility are both top of mind for gamers today and Intel is committed to delivering the best PC gaming experiences on laptops. Our 10th Gen Intel® Core™ H-series mobile platform is optimized for enthusiasts, pushing the frequency envelope and delivering amazing game play in mobile form factors. The Nitro 5 is Acer’s first 10^th Gen Intel® Core™ powered gaming laptop in the Indian market, offering high-performance, immersive gaming experiences with the flexibility to game from anywhere.”

Designed for Supremacy

Acer’s latest Nitro 5 laptop allows users to enjoy their favorite games in exceptional detail with a Full HD IPS display in either a 17.3-inch narrow bezel display or 15.6-inch with an impressive 80 percent screen-to-body ratio. The Nitro 5 combines a 10th Gen Intel® Core™ H-series mobile processor and the latest NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX/RTX graphics for amazing responsiveness and consistent in-game performance. Nitro 5 allows gamers to configure their laptops for maximum speed and massive storage with two slots for M.2 PCIe SSDs and up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM.

Prioritize Gameplay with Killer™ Ethernet and Super Connectivity

Nitro 5 adopt Killer™ Ethernet E2600 to prioritize gameplay and effortlessly stream Intel Wi-Fi 6 with 2x2 MU-MIMO technology. The Ethernet controller automatically detects game, video and chat streams to deliver prioritized bandwidth for virtually lag-free user experience. It also plug all peripherals into the full range of ports, including HDMI 2.0 and the newest USB 3.2 standard with Gen 2 support.

Cool under fire

Nitro 5 features twin fans, Acer CoolBoost™ technology, and quad exhaust port design. CoolBoost™ increases fan speed by 10% and CPU/GPU cooling by 9% compared to auto mode. Users can monitor and manage the Nitro 5 with NitroSense, accessible with one touch of the NitroSense hotkey, covering temperatures, fan speeds, and more.

The Key to Victory

The latest Nitro 5 offers you to spice things up with the 4-zone RGB keyboard and the dedicated NitroSense Key. WASD and arrow keys are also highlighted for quick location while the key response is immediate with a 1.6mm travel distance.

Immersive Audio for Gaming

Better audio delivers a competitive edge as well as a more immersive experience through dual speakers. With DTS:X® Ultra, sounds are clear and can be delivered in a 3D spatial soundscape, allowing you to hear where your opponents are coming from with pinpoint precision.

Pricing and Availability:

Nitro 5 is available at a starting price from Rs 72990 on Acer E-store (https://store.acer.com/en-in/) and authorized e-commerce and retail outlets.

Acer launches the all New and Powerful Swift 3, India’s first laptop with AMD Ryzen™ 4000 Series Mobile Processor

• The Swift 3 packs a lot of power with the AMD Ryzen™ 4000 Series Mobile Processor with Radeon™ Graphics, led by 7nm technology
• Swift 3’s Full HD IPS technology features narrow bezel display and an impressive 82.73 percent screen-to-body ratio that helps tame distracting reflections and all-screen look
• The laptop weighs 1.2 kg and offers up-to 11 hours and offers fast charging capabilities: 30 minutes charging can provide approximately 4 hours of battery life in video playback conditions
• Swift 3 comes with ultra-thin Magnesium-aluminium chassis with just 15.95mm thickness.
• The laptop comes with Work on Voice (WOV) feature and enabled with Cortana virtual interaction

Mumbai, 1^st June, 2020: Acer India, the global PC brand, today announced the latest addition to its thin and light notebook series with the arrival of new Acer Swift 3, which is now available up to AMD Ryzen™ 5 4500U Processor with Radeon™ Graphics. Acer Swift 3 is India’s first AMD Ryzen™ 4000 series mobile processor-powered laptop in the market for mobile computing needs.

Acer continues to push the envelope when it comes to minimalist design aesthetic and the new thin and light Acer Swift 3 is yet another compelling option for people who value the artistic appeal as much as the performance of their device. It sports narrow-bezel display, offering 82.73 percent screen-to-body ratio with a 14-inch Full HD IPS display and packs a lot of power into its 15.95 mm thin chassis with weighs just 1.2 kg light. It also includes up to 1 TB PCIe Gen 3 8 Gb/s up to 4 lanes, NVMe storage and 16 GB LPDDR4X RAM. The dual-band Intel Wi-Fi 6 offers a strong, fat and more enjoyable wireless experience, making it an ultra-portable, supercharged laptop for work and play. It delivers up to 11 hours of battery life and offers fast charging capabilities; 30 minutes charging can provide approximately 4 hours of battery life in video playback

Speaking on this occasion, Chandrahas Panigrahi, CMO & Consumer Business Head, Acer India said, “We are also extremely proud to be the first ones in India to launch a laptop with AMD Ryzen™ 4000 series processor specially designed for mobile working. As we continue to expand our thin and light range of devices, our goal has always been to offer consumers with a device that can easily function both for work as well as for play. Packed with powerful and brilliant features, the New Swift 3 will be a perfect fit for a modern lifestyle. The fact that Swift 3 weighs only 1.2 kg making it super portable, ideal for slipping in a bag and working on the go.”

Vinay Sinha, Managing Director, Sales, AMD India Pvt Ltd, said “Acer and AMD together have brought powerful computing experiences to consumers. We are delighted to take our collaboration to the next level with the launch of Swift 3 powered by Ryzen™ 4000 series mobile processor. He added, “Consumers today want superior performance and battery life for work, play and entertainment in a portable and stylish device. The new Swift 3 enables consumers to push their boundaries in an ultra-thin form factor, led by AMD’s innovative 7nm technology and Zen2 core architecture.”

Delivering amazing performance and productivity:

Technology has taken tremendous leaps when it comes to computing devices. Swift 3 packs a lot of power into the chassis. The latest AMD Ryzen™ 4000 series mobile processor with Radeon™ graphics supercharges the laptop for work and play. It also includes a max. of 1TB PCle Gen-3 NVMe SSD and up to 16 GB LPDDR4X RAM

Revved up Display and Brightness:

Striding up the capabilities and design to match more demanding user requirements, Acer Swift 3 comes with narrow-bezel display, offering 82.73 percent screen-to-body ratio with a 14-inch Full HD IPS display and packs a lot of power into its 15.95 mm thin chassis with a light-weight of just 1.2 kg. Its ultra-thin Magnesium-Aluminium chassis delivers a good compact feel to the users.

Long Battery Life for Work:

Adding to the user experience, the new Swift 3 offers an exceptionally fast and responsive experience with battery life that lasts up to 11 hours a day. Thanks to the fast charge facility that provides approximately 4 hours use after 30 minutes charge. This helps customers to use their Swift 3 well during emergencies. 

High-speed connectivity:

Users get easy updates to the latest information with a full range of connectivity options. Dual band WIFI-6 (802.11 ax) improves the average network throughout by upto 3 times and reduces latency upto 75% compared to WiFi 5. Using full function USB C super speed USB 10Gbps users get superfast data transfer and display port functionality and it can be used for power delivery. Also, it has the 2 x 2 MIMO based Intel® Wireless Wi-Fi 6 AX200 + BT 5.0. for smooth internet connectivity.

Work smarter and secure:

The laptop is equipped with Windows 10, Microsoft Office 2019, DTS® Audio, featuring optimized bass response and micro-speaker distortion prevention for optimum sound experience. The laptop supports Windows Hello through fingerprint readers for fast and secure logins. It has Wake on Voice (WoV) feature which enables users to activate Windows 10 with just their voice, even when the screen is off. It also allows interaction with Cortana while the device is in Modern Standby mode. Password free access gives users quicker access to the notebook.

Pricing and Availability:

Swift 3 is available in Silver color, at a starting price from Rs 59,999 on Acer E-store (https://store.acer.com/en-in/) and authorized retail outlets.

Acer partners with Indian Principals’ Network (IPN) for Smart Teaching Initiative

• Program is aimed at equipping lakhs of teachers and students with technology like laptops and tablets to teach smarter and learn better.
• With exclusive discounts for teachers and students, special affordability programs and extended warranty teachers and students can now buy and use laptops and tablets to enable them to teach better and learn smarter
• Indian Principals’ Network (IPN) extensive reach and partnerships with over 4,500+ schools in India will help to drive this program

Bengaluru, 14 May 2020: Acer, one of the largest technology brands in the world today announces the partnership with India’s leading Knowledge Network for School Leaders- IPN (Indian Principals' Network) to expand the accessibility of educational resources and help teachers teach better and smarter during the ongoing lockdown. Acer and IPN believe that unless teachers are equipped with the right set of tools to teach from home students cannot get the right educational experience. Acer brings out a comprehensive range of laptops and tablets solution for smart teaching from home backed by easy to own and easy to maintain offers for complete peace of mind.

The pandemic has ushered an era of e-learning to maintain social distancing this lockdown. With online learning rising exponentially it is important that teachers equip themselves to work in the new reality. India Principal Network India’s foremost platform of knowledge sharing for the enhancement of quality of education, resulting in wholesome development of education ecosystem plays a critical role to ensure schools and teachers are equipped to teach in the new normal

The program will commence from May 14^th, 2020 with exclusive prices, offers like additional instant discount for teachers using special coupon code, 2 years extended warranty, 1 year of Accidental Damage Protection and more on a range of Acer laptops and tablets so teachers can choose the best device for the purpose and budget.

Chandrahas Panigrahi, CMO and Consumer Business Head, Acer India on this announcement said, “We are excited to partner with IPN India which are the leading Knowledge Network in EdTech segment. During the nationwide lockdown due to COVID-19 situation, it’s extremely significant to design news ways to help students and teachers to continue with learning and educating. At Acer, we believe that in this unprecedented time, technology is everyday changing our lives and hence must make a mark in new paradigm shift towards education sector as well. This partnership will bring great opportunity for students and teachers to lead better performance with the availability of better educational resources.”

Speaking at the partnership, Mr. Gourava Yadav, Founder & Moderator, IPN India said, “We welcome our partnership with Acer India at the right moment. IPN stands committed towards ensuring it members are equipped with best tools and techniques in order to enable Indian Schooling system to be the best one and truly becoming a contributory in the growth of our country’s talent pool. With lockdown there is a sudden rise in e-learning setup, and to match up to the quality of education and our vision to deliver best learning and knowledge practices, PC solutions from Acer India will go an extra mile.”

Mrs. Seetha Murty, Director Education, Silver Oaks Group of Schools, India & President, Heads Association of IB World Schools, India “Schools are working hard to shift classes online for students and teachers in an urge to provide a well-adjusted education system. Along with that, we are ensuring a lot of preparation and demo classes with teachers in order to enhance the e-learning management system. Thus, we are delighted to see with Acer and IPN offering these great set of laptops and tablets which helps in progressive way of online learning”

Mrs. Tina Olyai, Director, LAHS Group of Schools, Gwalior (M.P) said, “We believe that we must find innovative ways for our teachers and students alike to connect virtually.  While this pandemic has created disruption amongst the entire education fraternity around the globe we cannot afford to let it hold back our gen next that is responsible to shape the future of the planet.  Therefore, we welcome the partnership between Acer and IPN on the e-learning front.” 

“We believe that we must find inspiring and new ways for teachers and students to connect from a distance while this pandemic has created disruption among many around the world. We cannot afford to let it hold back the generation that will shape our future. This will also train and assist teachers to be ready for the New Normal which is definitely going to be a blend of offline and online teaching. Therefore, we welcome the partnership between Acer and IPN on e-learning front.” Amrita Burman, Deputy Director of the Sunbeam Group of Educational institutions, Varanasi (U.P

About Acer

Founded in 1976, today Acer is one of the world’s top ICT companies and has a presence in over 160 countries. As Acer looks into the future, it is focused on enabling a world where hardware, software and services will fuse with one another to open up new possibilities for consumers and businesses alike. From service-oriented technologies to the Internet of Things to gaming and virtual reality, Acer’s 7,000+ employees are dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of products and solutions that break barriers between people and technology. Please visit www.acer.co.in for more information.

About IPN: Indian Principals' Network(IPN) is India's leading 'Knowledge Network' of School Leaders, established in the year 2016, with an aim to act as a knowledge platform for exchange of ideas and best practices, has fast emerged as India's leading platform for networking and collaboration with over 4,500+ School leaders, 15 local chapters and over 50 Regional and National deliberations hosted and attended by school leaders from across the country being part of the network making it a definitive platform for school leaders.