A smarter Google Calendar for easy management

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 As someone who uses the Google calendar on a regular basis (6 different calendars!), sometimes I find it to be really cumbersome when it comes to keying in entries. Well, good news for us Google calendar users: an update will be rolling out from next week onwards, and instead of copy-pasting all your events and appointments one-by-one into your calendar, the new smarter Google Calendar will detect your email on Gmail on these details and add them into your calendar.

Honestly, I can’t imagine how it will work, but it would save everyone a whole lot of time and effort if it is done seamlessly. What can it do, you might ask. For instance, if you receive an email with flight reservations, including your flight number, time and all those details on your Gmail, your calendar will automatically sync these details. And should you receive another email that informs you of a flight delay or change, your calendar will automatically update these details. How cool is that!

Now, this feature will be enabled by default on all Google Calendar whether on desktop, or on your iOS and Android devices for all Google Apps customers – except for Google Apps for Government domains. Another thing to take note is that events from Gmail added to Calendar will be visible only to calendar owners by default – delegated access users will not be able to see it.

At the launch of the app, you will see an in-product screen explaining that events from Gmail will be automatically added for their account, and indicating that the feature can be disabled in settings.

Source:
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I’ve been meaning to write a pet-based tech article for some time now but never really got around to doing it – till now. Behold, I present to you, “A SureFlap way of protecting your pet’s food!”

The good people over at SureFlap has redesigned how humans and their pets interact and more so, live. Introducing its
award-winning
, SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder, owners will never have to worry about their pet’s (cat’s) food being meddled with ever again!

As your pet approaches the feeder, it recognises their microchip or RFID collar tag, only opening for them. It then automatically closes when the cat moves away, preventing all other animals and children gaining access to their food. – SureFlap

Before we continue, it is good to note that this little gizmo is geared towards cats instead of dogs but if you’re interested, do carry on and let your cat owner friends know about this neat product!

This feeder is bundled with a host of unique features which will undeniably enhance your pet’s (and your) feeding time experience. Below is an infographic summing up the many features available on the SureFeed Microchip Feeder.

This innovative feeder comes with a 3-year warranty and costs
$149.99
off the SureFlap website but you’ll be happy to know that you can save
$20
 when you buy it off Amazon instead. For those who are mighty intereseted and also curious on what’s in the package,
Kimberly Talbot, a customer on Amazon shares with us.

“It comes with a regular bowl, a bowl that’s divided down the middle for wet and dry food and also a mat. All are gray. What it doesn’t come with is an AC adapter or a place to plug one in. So you have to use 4 C batteries (not included).” – Kimberly Talbot

So, what are you waiting for? Just hit the link
here
 and you’ll be on your way to purchase this innovative pet feeder.


A thermal camera rugged flagship smartphone by Cat

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Cat is a company known for their heavy industrial machinery. Not only that, since 2012, Cat has been manufacturing smartphones, showing the world their own take on an ideal handset. Unsurprisingly, they are heavy duty and rugged smartphone designed to be durable.

This time, Cat has announced a new rugged smartphone, the S60, which will be sporting a thermal camera, the smartphone in the world of this kind. The S60 also has a waterproof rating of 5 metres of depth for up to an hour.

The integrated thermal camera of the S60 is made by a company called Flir, who has been manufacturing external thermal cameras for iOS and Android devices. Hence, the S60 is the first smartphone to have a thermal camera integrated. The thermal camera is capable of capturing images and videos, display live thermal images and measure temperatures of surfaces. The resolution however, stands at a VGA resolution of 640×480. This shows that the thermal camera is clearly meant for practical use, with an extra 13MP camera for photo taking and video recording.

The rest of the specs of the S60 aren’t slouchy either. First of all, it has LTE support. It runs on a Snapdragon 617 processor with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage. All these, powered by a 3,850 mAh battery.

On the front lies a 5MP camera and a 4.7 inch 720p display, which is a bit of a letdown. The screen features a super bright display as claimed by Cat and is protected by Gorilla Glass 4 which is bumped up to a thickness of 1mm instead of the usual 0.4mm. Other than that, S60’s screen supports touch from wet fingers and gloved fingers.The S60’s Strengthened Die Cast Frame consists of an aluminium build. Cat claims that the device is drop proof for up to 1.8 metres.

In all its ruggedness, do the rest of the features suffice? Let us know at the comments section below!

Source:
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A Tiny Screw Shows Why iPhones Won’t Be Assembled in USA

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Jack Nikas reported for The New York Times on
why iPhones won’t be assembled in USA
.

He wrote, “In China, Apple relied on factories that can produce vast quantities of custom screws on short notice. In Texas, where they say everything is bigger, it turned out the screw suppliers were not.”

“Tests of new versions of the computer were hamstrung because a 20-employee machine shop that Apple’s manufacturing contractor was relying on could produce at most 1,000 screws a day.”

Remember the fidget spinner fad last year? How were the manufacturers able to produce so many of those in just such a short span of time? The product used bicycle parts and there are hundreds of factories in China producing bicycle components.

Stiff competition also means that suppliers would go the extra mile to provide better service and the shortest lead time to gain an edge over their competitors.

Note: This article was originally published on
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A week on Galaxy S22 Ultra: I am loving these 5 things

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I received my Galaxy S22 Ultra a week ago and like everyone else, I am excited for it but at the same time can’t help feeling that this is a mere Galaxy Note 20 Ultra refresh, but after using for a week, the Galaxy S22 Ultra more than just that and is a definite upgrade from its predecessor, here are five things that I love about it after switching over from my Galaxy Z Fold3.

Faster and More Efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Processor

The Galaxy S22 Ultra has gotten a lot faster and more responsive compared to its predecessor, although my unit is the base storage configuration that comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, the phone hasn’t struggled to keep up with app switches and performance has been rather consistent.

On top of that, the 4nm process of the Galaxy S22 Ultra’s processor makes it more efficient when the phone is on standby, it merely drained 1.77% of battery per hour as I measured it during sleeping hours, which is a huge improvement over its predecessor and one thing that you no longer need to worry of having to charge the phone in the morning.

Z-Axis linear haptics motor

The Galaxy S22 Ultra now uses a Z-Axis linear motor haptics engine, though it isn’t quite as strong as an X-Axis linear motor, I like that it offers a really nice subtle vibration as I’m typing as it gives a really nice soft feedback, even ringtones and notifications can be configured to vibrate according to the rhythm, its a subtle improvement that one will hardly notice on paper but will love once you start using it.

45W Fast Charging lowers battery anxiety

Although the Galaxy S22 Ultra is still behind several other phones when it comes to charging speeds, bring back the 45W fast charging that was present back on the Note 10 Plus is definitely a saving grace, as I don’t usually keep a consistent phone charging schedule, a faster charging speed is extremely important for me as I can get back from 10% to 80% with a mere 40 minute charge, the phone will continue to trickle charge at 25W once it hits the 80% battery mark, and you should expect it to be fully charged in an hour if you aren’t doing anything on it while charging.

Built in S Pen

Ah, the S Pen, the one accessory I love but hate to purchase separately on the S21 Ultra is finally back on the S22 Ultra with the silo storage we all love, but what I really love this time is the improved input latency of this new S-Pen as I can annotate my PDF documents better as if it is on an actual piece of paper, Air Gestures has also improved from the Note 20 Ultra’s where it responds to my gestures in the camera app more accurately.

Cameras that I will never look back

I am glad that Samsung has brought over the same camera setup from the Galaxy S21 Ultra, and it is one thing that I have missed when I switched to the Galaxy Z Fold3, while I’m not suggesting the latter has bad cameras, the Galaxy S22 Ultra’s cameras are a lot better in terms of image quality, it produces good dynamic range, low noise levels and clear details, while having a dedicated 10X periscope lens is just so convenient when I want to get closer to my subjects from a distance, this is a perfect camera system that I couldn’t have asked for more on a flagship smartphone.

Galaxy S22 Ultra Camera Samples

I will be testing out the Galaxy S22 Ultra more and be concluding my review, so definitely stay tuned for that.

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Access Google Drive on mobile even without a Google Account

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Google just announced that Google Drive on Android and iOS will be experiencing some new updates, which will make it easier to use this cloud storage more efficiently. Some of these features will be available immediately, while some will be introduced part by part. One of its new features is notifications. Android and iOS users will get notifications whenever a file or folder has been shared with them, and when someone requests to access a file you own. Instead of going deep into the app itself to authorize access, you can just grant or deny permissions with just a single tap. With this same feature, you can also request permission to access files with a single tap instead of requesting using Google Drive on the web. The useful thing about this new feature is that since Google Drive allows you to share links to files and folders with other apps, it can be a pain when you don’t have a computer to gain or give permissions.

Next and most importantly, you would also soon not need a Google Account in order to access a shared file or folder on your Android device. You can open files on your mobile without an account, just like how you do when accessing through the web. Although Google has not mention when exactly will we see these new updates on iOS, but we can probably expect it out not too long after Android.

SOURCE:
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How to access hidden genres on Netflix

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For those of you that have Netflix and want something more out of it, here’s a little hint for you. There are actually more categories of movies than the ones that are listed in the app, it is all hidden but there is a way for you to view all of them.

There is a site called
Finder
which will list down all the genres that Netflix has hidden and produce a code in which you can put into the address. Some of you might realize that if you are watching a certain genre for awhile, it might list some like “Action Sci-Fi Movies” if you have been watching a lot of action movies. To get access to this category, sadly you would need to do it on the browser version of Netflix, simply go to
Finder
and click the genre that interest you and it will automatically open up that particular genre on the browser showing you the movies related to that genre.

All these hidden genres are associated with a code and if you manage to get this codes from the
Internet
, there are multiple sites that list them and all you need to do is key in http://www.netflix.com/browse/genre/xxxxx, just replace the Xs with the number you found and you will be transported into the hidden world of Netflix’s hidden genres. Do note that not all these genres will be available in every region but most of them should work.

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Accidental DNS leaks causes North Korean websites to be accessible around the world

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Out of all the countries in the world, North Korea is one of the more mysterious ones. With the North Korean government being religious in their attempt, very little information is known about the country as a whole. Unfortunately for the country, someone in their tech department has made an error with the DNS, and this has resulted in GitHub users being able to dig out websites that are registered to North Korea.

Yesterday, GitHub users are able to use the accidental DNS leak to dig out websites that uses the .kp domain. What GitHub found is an interesting one, with 28 websites registered under the .kp domain. Most of them websites hosted on .kp are fairly regular stuff, with some of the websites being a recipe website, a Facebook-like social website, and some news websites. Needless to say, this leak gives many a fascinating insight into the state of North Korea’s internet.

If you’re interested, a list of the 28 websites can be found in
this reddit thread
. Do note that some websites appears to be inaccessible right now either because the North Korean government has made it so that foreign IPs are blocked from accessing it, or because the sheer amount of people trying to access said websites has overloaded the North Korean servers.

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AccuWeather now has a standalone app for Android Wear 2.0

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Most major Android app developers have been working hard behind the scenes to make standalone apps for Android Wear, as it is one of the most welcomed features to Android Wear 2.0. To recap, with standalone apps, users need not have their smartphone beside them to access the apps. Instead, users can view the app from the comfort of their own wrist, without having to refer to their smartphone screens. Just recently, Uber has launched its Android Wear 2.0 app, nearly two years after flaunting it at I/O 2015.

AccuWeather, one of the most popular weather forecast sources, is also known for its apps on mobile platforms. The company, AccuWeather Inc. has finally released its on app for Android Wear 2.0, allowing easier access to weather updates for Android Wear users. AccuWeather previously had a companion app for Android Wear, but the new app for Android Wear 2.0 works by itself without the need of a smartphone.

What’s new is AccuWeather’s MinuteCast, which shows minute-by-minute precipitation forecast based on a user’s exact location on the map. MinuteCast goes as detailed as providing info about the precipitation type, intensity and its start and end times. MinuteCast currently only works in the United States, Canada, Japan, Ireland, France, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Netherlands, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom, and certain regions of the Czech Republic. On top of that, there are the usual features that come packed with weather forecast apps, such as severe weather alerts, hourly and daily forecasts.

Do bear in mind that you have to be running Android Wear 2.0 on your smartwatch to enjoy AccuWeather’s standalone app, that is if you own a LG Watch Sport or LG Watch Style. Either that or you will have to wait for Android 2.0 to arrive to your Android wearable.

Source:
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Acer adds new models into Veriton, TravelMate and Chromebook Spin devices

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Acer Malaysia has recently launched new models and variants to its portfolio of devices in the Acer Veriton Z, Acer Veriton N, TravelMate Series and 13-inch Chromebook Spin, providing more options for users whose in the professional and business environment.

“The commercial market is very important to Acer, it accounts for more than 40% of our global revenue. We are constantly offering desktop, laptops, and monitors that can help businesses up their productivity and efficiency game in today’s competitive environment. The introduction of new additions to our existing popular series expends our line up to meet market demand. In the Chromebook sector, Acer is leading the market with a wide range of designs and form factors to meet the expanding needs of our customers. The new Chromebook Spin 13 is the world’s first Chromebook to run on 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U processor and I hope it will start a trend of more enterprise grade Chromebooks becoming available,” said Chan Weng Hong, Acer Sales and Service Sdn Bhd General Manager of Products.

Acer Veriton Z4660G All-In-One

Powered by 8th Gen Intel Core i+ processor paired with Intel Optane technology and coming with M.2 PCIe SSD, the Acer Veriton Z4660G delivers a smoother, more responsive and fast computing experience, making it an ideal All-In-One desktop for large spreadsheets, multiple presentations or editing large graphics. With M.2 PCIe SSD, the desktop boasts quicker boot-up, accelerate speed and performance to boost productivity.

It also delivers a vivid and crisp viewing experience from a wide angle with its 178-degree Wide Full HD IPS display. Equipped with versatile Ergostand, users can tilt, pivot, swivel and adjust the height for a more comfortable viewing experience. The Acer Veriton Z4660G also comes with a flapplable camera which could be pointed towards the users for individual video calls or flipped over and out towards the room for video conferencing. When not in use, it can be retracted for better privacy and security.

Available in Intel Core i3 (RM2,899) and Intel Core i5 (RM3,199), both variants are available for purchase at Acer Official online store and selected Acer Authorized reseller.

Acer Veriton N4660G Desktop

The Acer Veriton N4660G desktop is a small form factor mini PC that is designed to be the ultimate in space saving while providing capable power and performance. With an 8th Gen Intel Core i+ processor paired with Intel Optane technology and M.2 PCIe SSD, it easily runs highly intensive processing tasks and applications to deliver a fast, responsive and smoother computing experience.

With Acer Veriton N4660G desktop’s easy removable screw and slide open chassis, upgrading has never been easier. Users can modify, replace memory, or storage options effortlessly thanks to its unique Acer tool-less deisgn. It also offers special cut-through holes on the top, side and front chassis to help facilitate airflow during ventilation process. The airflow expels heat from the inside and keeps the desktop run longer and cooler.

The Acer Veriton N4660G desktop is VESA-mount ready, which enables users to free up space on the table by easily attaching the desktop to the back of the display to give rise to an organized and neat work station. It also supports up to three independent displays to maximize productivity, through HDMI and display port in 4K resolution. For business owners looking for better performance, the Acer Veriton N series can support up to five independent displays with a simple addition of NVIDIA or AMD graphic cards.

The Acer Veriton N4660G Desktop is available in Intel Core i3 (RM2,899) and Intel Core i5 (RM3,399), both variants will be available for purchase at Acer official online store and selected Acer authorized reseller.

Acer TravelMate X3310

Designed for true professionals, Acer TravelMate X3310 is a serous business-class laptop that is a reliably powerful device for multitasking and taking on heavy daily workloads. Powered by 8th Gen Intel Core i processors and shipped with Windows 10 Professional, the Acer TravelMate X3310 is set to take business productivity up another notch. It features up to 32GB DDR4 memory and 256GB M.2 PCIe SSD for serious productivity and faster performance. With a battery life up to 15 hours, users can accomplish all tasks throughout the day without having a lug a charger around.

The 13.3-inch FHD display with patented Acer BluelightShield and ComfyView to protect eyes provides clearer images, crisper text and vibrant web browsing experience. The device also comes with a robust design of smooth 180-degree opening to a flat position, allowing for the sharing of presentation with colleagues with more flexibility. The Acer TravelMate X3310 is user-friendly in design with the comfort of a range of connectivity such as HDMI, VGA, USB Type-C and R145 ports. Certified with U.S military testing standards, the Acer TravelMate X3310 offers undeniable durability, which could withstand a drop from a height of up to 122CM.

The Acer TravelMate X3310 is available for purchase at Acer official online store and Acer Authorized reseller for the price of RM4,099.

Acer Chromebook Spin 13

Powered by 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U processor, the Acer Chromebook Spin 13 comes with 8GB LPDDR3 memory and up to 64GB of on board eMMC storage. It is the world’s first Chromebook running on 8th Gen Intel Core i processor. It is built with a sturdy but stylish aluminum chassis to improve durability while reducing flex. The Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad provides smooth navigation when browsing the web and using apps, while dual microphones effectively pinpoint sound for clear audio during video chats and online calls.

The convertible Chromebook Spin 13 has 360 degree hinges could be use as a tablet, laptop, display, or in tent mode. The touch experience on its 13.5 inch QHD display with 2256×1504 resolution is wobble free and optimized courtesy of its Acer patented 360 dual-torque hinge design. With four modes to choose from, finding the right fit for any usage need has never been easier. It also comes with a Wacom stylus that makes sketching, taking notes, capturing ideas, and interacting with programs and apps a breeze and with precision. The refined elastomer tip provides unsurpassed accuracy and a natural writing experience. It can be conveniently stored in the device slot to prevent it from being misplaced.

The Acer Chromebook Spin 13 has USB Type-C ports on each side for charging the Chromebook from the most convenient angle. Plus, the ports can be used for quick data transfer or for charging other devices. It can be used for a full day of work, streaming or gaming, with its battery life of up to 10 hours. With the Acer Chromebook Spin 13 fully supporting Android apps via Google Play, users can have access to Chrome apps and more than two million Android apps for productivity, connectivity and fun.

The Acer Chromebook Spin 13 is available for purchase on Acer official online store and Acer Authorized reseller, for the price of RM3,599.

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Acer announced the Nitro 5 laptop targeted at budget gamers

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With the budget gaming market on the rise, Acer is trying to put its foot in the water by offering an option and it comes as an affordable laptop called Nitro 5. While it is not the most powerful laptop around, Acer is targeting people who game on a less regular basis.

The laptop is equipped with a NVIDIA GeForce 1050Ti or Radeon RX550 graphics card, 7th gen Intel Core i5 and i7 or AMD FX A10 and A12 CPU and the option of PCI-E SSD to speed up performance. Other than that, it will come with a 15.6-inch 1080p screen, USB-C 3.1 port, USB 3.0 port and two USB 2.0 connections, gigabit Ethernet, 802.11AC wireless and a HDMI 2.0 port. On the design aspect it will have illuminated keyboard and a well designed air vents.

The Acer Nitro 5 will only arrive in North America in July with prices starting at $799 (RM3415.33). There is still no news on the Asia release or if there will be one, but we will update you when more information is available.

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Acer announced the Predator Helios 700 with a magnificent HyperDrift keyboard

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Acer introduced a new gaming laptop in New York today, the Predator Helios 700.

With an updated design, the Helios 700 comes with a unique design revolving around its keyboard. The keyboard and trackpad can both be expanded, in which the former reveals Acer’s 4th Gen AeroBlade 3D Technology — its cooling system — and the latter can function as an arm rest.

With an RGB keyboard, the Helios 700 has concave-shaped keycaps but the highlight of the keyboard is that its keys are called MagForce keys that comes with linear switches, which can offer more precision compared to normal keyboards.

Under the hood, the Helios 700 is powered by a 9th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor paired with the NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 2080 graphics card. It also has a 144Hz display with NVIDIA G-Sync, and a 5.1 sound system that is guaranteed to provide premium audio quality.

On a side note, the Helios 300 was also refreshed with higher-end specs, including a 144Hz refresh rate for its screen.

Unfortunately, both pricing and availability has yet to be announced.

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Acer Announces Full 2015 Windows-Powered Product Lineup Ready for Windows 10

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Acer announces that all the 2015 Windows-powered product lineup and currently shipping Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 will support the free Windows 10 upgrade 1 when it become available on July 29, 2015. The company diverse range of products designed for Windows 10 will be able to deliver its value to the customers across multiple device form factors and Acer claim that they will let the consumer get the best Windows 10 experience.

Besides that, Acer has obtained Skype for Business certification across its consumer and commercial notebook lines, through fine-tuned hardware and software working together for a problem free, optimized audio and visual communication experience. Hence, Acer has a numerous number of Skype-certified devices have gone through a rigid certification process to ensure that speech is seamless with no lag or gaps, the sound is reproduced true-to-life, and the video realistic and accurate because thanks to the built-in Acer Purified Voice technology that can improve speech accuracy up to 1.5 times.

In addition, Precision Touchpads for a Seamless Touch Experience Acer has widely used on Precision Touchpads (PTP) on both consumer and commercial notebooks. Then, it will allow a unified Windows user experience across the touchpad and touchscreen, providing touchpad gestures and behaviors consistent with those of a touch screen.

Kudos to Acer by trying their best to deliver the best Windows 10 experience to the consumers despite the hard work they put by making this happen. For the existing users that have 2015 Acer devices, you may want to let your Windows keep updated and wait the arriving of July 29, 2015.

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Acer announces new Nitro 7 and updated Nitro 5 for improved portable mid-range gaming

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At Acer’s global press conference yesterday in New York, a host of products were announced including massive pre-built rigs in the Acer Orion 5000 Desktop, powerhouse mobility in the Predator Helios 700 and 300 gaming laptops and editing machines in the ConceptD line-up.

Acer seems to have ticked all the boxes for every category possible, and with the Acer Nitro 7 and the updated Nitro 5 laptops, they’ve also got casual-gaming market sorted too.

Unlike the Acer Helios line-ups, you won’t find any GeForce RTX cards here – although Acer has failed to confirm the GPUs that’ll come with the laptops, the older Nitro 5 came with a GTX 1050 4GB or a Radeon RX 560X 4GB, and it seems like the updated version will sport at least a GTX 1060 with no option of a Radeon alternative.

Meanwhile the Nitro 7’s is likely to be fitted with Nividia’s newest GTX 1650 and 1660Ti GPUs.

Looking at the Acer Nitro 5, it comes in two size variants – a 15.6-inch version and a 17.3-inch version with an 80 percent screen-to-body ratio – which could mean much thinner bezels than its past iteration. As standard nowadays, the monitor is capable of pushing 144Hz to allow for 120 FPS experience.

Under the hood is a 9th-Gen Intel Core which could mean options of an Core i5 or a Core i7 – don’t expect a Core i9 here. It’s also got two M.2 PCIe SSD slots, and it supports up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM.

The Nitro 7 will only come in a 15.6-inch size while specs wise, all should be a slight upgrade to that of the Nitro 5.

Both laptops come with dual fans that’s injected with Acer’s CoolBoost tech along with a dual exhaust port. The laptops utilize Killer Ethernet E2500 for better network connectivity while Nitro Sound optimizes audio quality. Aesthetics wise, both devices sport metal-like designs on the outside along with red accents around keys and trackpads.

The Nitro 5 will be available in Malaysia sometime this month and is priced from $799.99 (around RM3,302); while the Nitro 7 should come later in June and is priced from $999.99 (around RM4,127).

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Acer announces the new Chromebook 715 and 714, made for enterprise

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Acer’s Chromebook devices have been known to accommodate for education purposes, but now the company has decided to expand the Chromebook to enterprise with the Chromebook 715 and Chromebook 714.

The new Acer Chromebook 715 has a 15.6-inch IPS display with Full HD display, and users can opt for touch-screen or standard displays. On the other hand, the Chromebook 714 has a 14-inch Full HD display with slim bezels that measures at 6.18mm. Like the Chromebook 715, there is also the option of a touch-screen display or a standard display.

Both Chromebooks comes with an all-aluminium chassis with military-grade protection that can handle up to 48 inches drops and 60kg of downward force. In addition, the Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad is also scratch and moisture resistant. To increase security, both Chromebooks also has an integrated fingerprint reader that is located next to the keyboard.

The Chromebook 715 and 714 both have backlit keyboards, but the 715 also comes with a numeric keypad to accommodate for those who are always working on numbers. They also have a USB 3.1 Type-C port, a USB 3.0 port and a microSD card reader.

Both devices are powered with up to 8th Gen Intel Core processors and can last up to 12 hours. They come with either 8GB or 16GB DDR4 SDRAM and is coupled with either 32GB, 64GB or 128GB of eMMC storage.

The Chromebook 715 starts at EUR599 and will be available in EMEA in June, whereas the Chromebook 714 starts at EUR549 and will be also be available in the same area and time as its sibling.

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Acer introduces AOpen monitors with 165Hz refresh rate, priced from RM599

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Acer is just in time; now that Malaysians are experiencing MCO 2.0 and have to start working from home again, Acer introduced two new AOpen monitors — the AOpen 32HC5QR and the AOpen 24MV1YP.

AOpen monitors satisfy both work and entertainment needs

As indicated by their names, the 32HC5QR is a 32-inch monitor and the 24MV1YP is a 24-inch monitor. Both supports AMD FreeSynce Premium technology and supports up to 165Hz refresh rate, so users can also game on these monitor with minimum lag and screen tears. These monitors also sport the Flicker-less and BlueLightShield technologies, meaning extended usage will not be as strenuous to the eyes — they also support HDR10 resulting in more vivid colours and contrast.

24-inch monitor has 1ms response time

Acer also stated that these monitors offer up to 178º viewing angle and a tilt-adjustable stand for the optimal viewing position. The 32-inch monitor uses a FHD VA panel with 5ms response time whereas the 24-inch monitor comes with 1ms Turbo Visual Response. The bigger monitor is priced at RM839 while the smaller one costs RM599.

Get them for less during flash sales

However, Acer will be offering discounts on both units to celebrate the arrival of these monitors. These monitors will be available at RM759 and RM569 respectively during the Lazada and Shopee flash sales. Lazada’s flash sale will last a full day on January 21, 2021 whereas Shopee’s Shocking sale will start from 12am to 9am on January 22, 2021.

If you missed out on the flash sales, you can also get these monitor during its launch promotion from January 21 to January 24 in which you’ll get a Display Port cable and an Acer/Predator vacuum flask for free when you purchase the 24-inch monitor, or a free Predator Mouse Pad when you get the 32-inch monitor.

Get the 24-inch monitor
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Acer refreshes the Aspire 3 and 5 with Nvidia GeForce MX230 and MX250 GPUs, introduces 15-inch portable monitor

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If you’re looking for value-for-money productivity laptops – Acer has just launched the refresh of the Aspire 3 and 5 in the country.

Starting with the Acer Aspire 5, you can get it with either an 8th-Gen Intel Core i5 8265U or i7 8565U processor – both sporting 14-inch IPS LED backlit TFT LCD displays. For graphics, there’s a discrete Nvidia GeForce MX250 2GB GPU – which is an upgrade over the previous iterations MX230.

There’s also 4GB of onboard memory which is upgradeable to 12GB, as well as a 256GB PCIe SSD. What remains unchanged is its thickness at just 17.95mm and weight of just 1.5kg.

The i5 variant is priced at RM2,499 while the i7 model is available from RM3,099.

Moving on to the Acer Aspire 3 – you can expect a 15.6-inch FHD, LED back-lit LCD display. CPU options are similar to the Aspire 5, while RAM is upgradeable to 20GB DDR4 memory. The Core i3 model comes with a 1TB HDD while the Core i7 comes with a 256GB PCIe SSD.

Both variants get Nvidia GeForce MX230 discrete graphics. The Core i3 model is priced from RM2,399 while the i7 variant is available from RM3,099.

If you’re looking for added productivity with your laptop, why not go for a portable monitor? Acer’s PM161Q Portable Monitor is a 15.6 1080p FHD IPS panel that pushes 60Hz refresh rates. It has a 2cm thickness can fit into a laptop bag. It also boasts 200nits brightness and supports Type C connectivity.

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Acer Aspire S 13 Review: Unrivaled Value and Performance

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I’ve been using my MacBook Pro with Retina Display for a while now, it’s a great working machine and I absolutely love things like its high resolution display, battery life and macOS. But after sometime, I wished that I had a lighter computing device to transport around for my assignments, sure enough, there’s the 12-inch MacBook but I will need to compromise usability and performance, while paying for a price tag that’s close to a new MacBook Pro just doesn’t make sense. Acer has been kind enough to pass me a review unit of the all new Aspire S 13 notebook, after lifting the device for the first time, I know that I’m going to have  a great time reviewing this laptop.

Acer Aspire S 13 (S5-371) Hardware Specifications

Processor:
 Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz Dual Core, 3MB SmartCache, Turbo Boost up to 2.8GHz
RAM:
 4GB LPDDR3
Storage:
 128GB Liteon CV1-8B128
Display:
 13.3-inch IPS Full HD (1920×1080) non-touch matte type
GPU:
 Intel HD Graphics 520
Connectivity:
 WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, 1.3-megapixel Webcam
Battery:
 3-cell, 4850mAh
I/O:
 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.1 Type-C, 1 x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1 x SDXC Card Reader

Design and Hardware

Now that I’ve mentioned that I want a lighter laptop, the Aspire S 13 is obviously lighter and thinner than my MacBook Pro, it measures 14.58mm thin and weighs 1.3kg, it might not seem like a lot in numbers but it really makes a huge difference when you have it inside your backpack. Acer may not be renowned for producing great product designs, the Aspire S 13 is actually quite a looker if you look closely, I love the nano imprinted texture plastic material on the lid, the working area comprises of aluminum with a brushed metal texture and diamond cut chamfered edges, which doesn’t make the laptop look entirely cheap.

The laptop’s hinges are also very solid and well protected with a metal case, it also allows the display to recline to a certain degree that I find it useful especially when using the laptop while standing.

Device manufacturers these days may have excuses on leaving out ports for having slim product designs, Acer has been rather generous with the Aspire S 13, there’s two USB 3.0 Type-A ports, one USB 3.1 Type-C port, a HDMI port, a headphone microphone combo jack and a SD card reader. On top of that, the Aspire S 13 has a very reliable Qualcomm Atheros MIMO 802.11ac wireless adapter which many laptops of that price range do not have, I have been using it to connect to our office’s 5GHz wireless network and perform frequent file transfers between NAS servers and other computers with no connection issues.

The Aspire S 13 has a 13.3-inch Full HD IPS panel that feels very comfortable to look at for long hours, colors are vivid and viewing angles are excellent, my review unit however doesn’t come with a touch screen that is equipped in the higher spec model. While the display resolution is considered a downgrade from my usual work machine, text still remains sharp and all thanks to the matte surface of the display, visibility is really good if you happen to use it at bright outdoors.

User Experience

The Aspire S 13 has a lot of things to satisfy a mobile worker, the laptop performs snappily in startup and applications all thanks to the fast Liteon solid state drive, the efficient Skylake Core i5 processor has also made the laptop extremely cool and silent, which feels extremely comfortable if you use it on your lap. However, you’ll need to be careful on the number of applications you are opening as the given 4GB of RAM can be easily exhausted, which could actually affect the system’s performance.

The Aspire S 13’s backlit island style keyboard is one of my favorite features throughout the review period, the keys don’t feel too shallow or bouncy, instead they feel really solid and tactile, which is one thing that I used to find lacking in Acer’s laptops, it also does not feel too cramped like some other slim laptops.

The trackpad has also been a joy to use and I have not attempted to connect an external mouse during the review period, however there are times that it doesn’t register gestures properly and could get too sensitive in tracking my movements, fortunately in most cases it has worked well for me.

Taking a break from work at times, the Aspire S 13 is also a very decent machine for entertainment, its built-in stereo speakers produces a warm yet reasonably loud sound that I’ve enjoyed thoroughly while watching movies and listening to Spotify, however the speakers do lack a little bass and Acer could’ve just included a small subwoofer to complete the audio experience.

For once, I’m actually impressed with battery life on a Windows laptop as the Aspire S 13 managed to record a 6-hour battery life when benchmarked with PCMark, in real life it could actually last me a day with a full charge when I am using it in multiple sessions of web browsing, working on documents and emails, hence I have not worried about leaving the power adapter back when I’m out and about. On a side note, Acer should really have enabled the USB Type-C port to accept power input as it would be so much convenient to carry a power bank and USB cable than a separate power adapter.

Benchmark

PCMark – Creative

PCMark Home

CrystalDiskMark

3DMark Fire Strike

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Acer Aspire S 24 makes its 2018 debut

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With state-of-the-art designs that’s fit for both the consumer’s style and capability, the Acer Aspire S 24 is the latest All-in-One desktop that will soon be a crowd favourite. Acer also unveiled three other monitors that will definitely enhance the gaming experience and provides sharper images.

The Aspire S 24 desktop is Acer’s slimmest desktop yet, as it features a sheer 5.97mm ultra-thin side profile and a 2.7mm super narrow bezel that maximizes the viewing experience. And what’s more, the black and matte gold combination gives it a nice finish which can definitely add that touch of sophistication to your home decor.

It also comes with the 8th Gen Intel Core processor with optional Intel Optane memory, as well as having up to 32GB DDR4 and 1TB HDD of storage space. And if that’s not enough to entice you, the Aspire S 24 can also be tilted from -5 to 25 degrees for comfortable use.

The Acer XF270HA is a 27-inch full HD, 240Hz gaming monitor, while the Acer ED242QRA is a curved, full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor. Both of them support AMD FreeSync to deliver smooth gaming experiences and seamless visual enjoyment, respectively. The Acer EB321HQUB monitor is a 31.5-inch WDHD 2560 x 1440 display LED monitor and has a blue light filter that reduces eye fatigue.

The prices for each of them are as stated below:

Acer Aspire S 24 – RM4,399
 Acer XF270HA – RM1,499
 Acer ED242QRA – RM799
 Acer EB321HQUB – RM1,099

Should you require further information, do check out Acer Malaysia’s
Facebook page
.

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Acer Aspire Vero and TravelMate Vero: Eco-friendly laptops that are easy to upgrade and repair

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Acer’s
next@acer
 event today champions the theme of “Made for Humanity”, which saw the brand launch their Vero lineup of eco-friendly products that are built using recycled materials, and are easily-upgradable to reduce waste. These products include the Aspire Vero and TravelMate Vero laptops.

Aspire Vero

The
 Acer Aspire Vero
 (AV 15-51) comes with an EPEAT Silver certification that makes it a proper environmentally-friendly laptop. Its chassis is made with 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, and even the keycaps are made of the same material.

Acer also claims that the laptop is easy to disassemble, repair, and upgrade so you can swap out aging parts to make your computer run like new, instead of heading out to buy a completely new device.

The laptop comes with a 15.6-inch FHD IPS display and can be powered with up to an Intel Core i7-1195G7 CPU. There’s up to 8GB of onboard storage, and it can be upgraded to 16GB via a second memory stick; for storage, you can pack the laptop with up to a 1TB PCIe NVMe drive.

TravelMate Vero

This
business-centric laptop
 offers the same type of build materials and can be packed with up to an Intel Core i7-1195G7 CPU, along with up to 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.

The laptop uses a 15.6-inch FHD IPS panel along with Acer ComfyView support. Being a business laptop, the TravelMate Vero packs a discrete TPM, a Kensington lock, Acer ProShield Plus for data encryption, plus biometric authentication to log users into the pre-installed Windows 11 Pro OS.

The Acer Aspire Vero is priced from USD699.99 (about RM2,911)and will be available this November, while the TravelMate Vero will cost at least USD899.99 (about RM3,743) and will only arrive this January. There’s no word on its local availability and pricing yet, but stay tuned as there will be more updates to come.

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Acer Aspire Vero launched in Malaysia: Eco-friendly laptop priced from RM3,399

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As part of Acer’s Project Humanity initiative that raises awareness about sustainability, the company introduces the Aspire Vero laptop that’s made using recycled materials and offer plenty of upgradability.

We recently
wrote
 about the device when it was first introduced; this time, it’s now available in Malaysia and is priced from RM3,399.

The device’s chassis is made of 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, while the laptop’s keycaps use 50% PCR plastics too. According to Acer, each Aspire Vero contributes to 21% less carbon emissions.

Like mentioned in our report, the Aspire Vero packs a 15.6-inch FHD IPS panel; and under the hood is an Intel Core i5-1155G7 or Core i7-1195G7 CPU. There’s Intel Iris X integrated graphics, and up to 16GB of RAM.

When it comes to ports, you get a HDMI 2.0 port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x Type-C Gen 1, and 1x 3.5mm headphone jack.

The device packs a 720p webcam and boasts a batter life of up to 7 hours on regular use.

A big selling point for the Aspire Vero is that it’s designed to be easily disassembled, repaired, and upgraded to prolong its lifespan. This means that you don’t have to buy new devices as often, thus reducing e-waste.

Driving change

To further bolster their drive for a more sustainable future, Acer also announced that they’ve adopted 15 trees in a 16-acre land in Taman Tugu. To top it off, five organisations – Kitamen, Microsoft, National cancer Society of Malaysia, PIKOM, and Team Lugiami, also pledged their support for Acer’s movement.

“Acer Malaysia is committed to sustainability. We want to do more as a responsible company and corporate citizen; this includes our response to climate change,” says Johnson Seet, Director of Consumer Business, Product and Marketing of Acer Malaysia.

If you’re interested in purchasing the Acer Aspire Vero, visit the brand’s
estore
, or
Shopee

page. Get the laptop anytime between 11 and 19 November, and you’ll snag yourself a bunch of gifts worth RM500.

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Acer brings in EI491CR — a 49-inch monitor with DFHD display, priced at RM3,399

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Not only focusing on laptops, Acer introduces the Acer EI491CR monitor — a 49-inch monitor that has DFHD and VESA Certified DisplayHDR 400 that ensures that the colour accuracy is top notch.

It is also integrated with the Radeon FreeSync 2 technology to prevent screen-tearing and thanks to an overclockable 144Hz rapid refresh rate, the monitor is able to offer a smooth gaming experience with lower input lag. It has a DFHD screen with narrow bezels and 1800R curvature.

In addition to that, the monitor supports PiP which allows users to have two displays one a single monitor, backlight LED technology where there is a 7-colour ambient lighting system that is seen on its stand and the back of its screen, in addition to sporting 3W stereo speakers. The curved ultra-wide monitor also comes with several features such as Acer BlueLightShield, Acer ComfyView display and Acer Flicker-less technologies, which all results in better viewing experience and gaming experience.

The monitor is wall mountable and comes with HDMI ports and also a DisplayPort. It supports tilting from -5-degrees to -15-degrees and has a viewing angle of 178-degrees, both horizontally and vertically.

The EI491CR monitor is priced at RM3,399 and will be available in mid May this year.

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Acer brings OLED display to the mainstream Swift 3 laptop

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As OLED panels get more affordable, Acer has finally updated its mainstream Swift 3 laptop with an OLED display while giving a spec bump to the latest 12th Gen Intel Core H-Series processors, along with 16GB LPDDR5 memory and PCIe Gen  4 SSDs that delivers a significant performance improvement over the previous generation.

The Swift 3 OLED sports a 14-inch 16:10 WQXGA+ OLED display with a 92% screen-to-body ratio, it is DisplayHDR 500 certified and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, weighing at just 1.4kg and measuring 17.9mm with a solid aluminum metal chassis, Acer has also incorporated part of its sustainability efforts by using an OceanGlass touchpad made from ocean-bound plastic waste.

Setting it apart from the other mainstream laptops is a FHD MIPI webcam that leverages Acer’s Temporal Noise Reduction technology, which users will be able to benefit from clearer video calls than typical 720p laptop webcams, cooling is also rather innovative by having an air inlet design on the keyboard that helps expels 8-10% more heat than a standard keyboard.

Acer Malaysia hasn’t shared any local availability and pricing for the Swift 3 OLED, it will however be made available in the US market starting July 2022 for US$899.99 (RM3,959), which competes directly with the ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED but considering the Swift 3 OLED comes with an Intel H-series processor, it will be interesting to see how Acer competitively sells this laptop here.

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Acer Chromebook 311 is durable, spill-resistant, light and only RM1,299

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In addition to launching three new laptops to the TravelMate series, Acer has also decided to launch the Acer Chromebook 311 that will serve well in education sector.

The Chromebook 311 comes with a 11.6-inch HD display that is paired with a 180-degree hinge, making it convenient for discussion among students and teachers. It has a HD webcam that supports HDR which is also a 88-degree wide angle lens. In addition, the Chromebook 311 has HD stereo speakers and comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

That aside, the Chromebook is powered by Intel Celeron quad-core N4100 — a lower end processor that can manage daily tasks needed for education purposes — that is less costly. It has 4GB RAM and 32GB eMMC storage, and it runs on Chrome OS. In addition, Acer ensures that there are enough ports for its users by integrating two USB 3.1 Type-C ports, two USB 3.1 ports and one MicroSD card reader.

The Chromebook has a battery life of 12 hours and weighs only 1.26kg, making it a portable device but more importantly, it is spill resistant and with its durable design, the laptop can survive drops up to 122cm and also 60kg downward force.

The Chromebook 311 is priced at RM1,299

and will be available in May 2019 at Acer official online stores and authorised resellers nationwide.

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Acer Chromebook Spin 514 launched: Comes with AMD Ryzen CPUs

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Acer has unveiled their newest ultra-portable in the
Chromebook Spin 514
; which is supposedly the first Chromebook to run on an AMD Ryzen CPU.

The 14-inch laptop comes with a HD touch IPS panel that is layered with Corning Gorilla Glass for increased scratch resistance. The laptop is a convertible and can be opened at a 360-degree angle, essentially allowing you to use the laptop like a tablet.

The laptop is made of anodized, sandblaster
aluminium
 and boasts a diamond-cut pattern on the top of the cover and on the trackpad. The laptop Chromebook Spin 514 is available in   Pure Silver, Steel Gray, and Mist Green.

Under the hood is a Ryzen 7 3700C or Ryzen 5 3500C along with AMD Radeon Vega integrated graphics. There’s also up to 16GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The combo should allow the laptop to handle light gaming and media creation with no problems.

When it comes to ports, the laptop has two USB 3.2 Type-C, which also supports DisplayPort over USB-C as well as charging; two USB3.2 ports, one of which support power off-charging, and one MicroSD card reader.

On top of that, the Chromebook Spin 514 features Google Assistant support, as well as Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity.

The laptop is priced from $479.99 and will be available in the US this February, and the EMEA region this March. There’s no word on when it’ll arrive in the country yet, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated when we receive more information from
Acer Malaysia
.

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Acer completes the Predator line up with the Galea 500 and Cestus 500

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Finally, the last two products released by Acer is a gaming mouse and headsets, the Predator Galea 500 and the Predator Cestus 500 which will go nicely with any gaming setup. The mouse comes with an RGB setup with removable thumb rests and the headphones have a unique 3D sound technology which as demoed during IFA 2017.

Predator Galea 500

The Predator Galea 500 puts you in the centre of your gaming giving you the ability to hear everything that is around you with the Acer TrueHarmony 3D Soundscape technology which can recreate the acoustic space based on the orientation of the player’s head, which gives the user truly one-of-a-kind gaming experience.

The Galea 500 also allows users to select from three modes including EQ, Music and Sports with the volume control. The Drive is constructed with a Bio-Cellulose membrane and rubber surround which gives the headset a crystal clear audio clarity for a “cinematic experience in gamers heads'”

The Predator Cestus 500

The Cestus 500 is a gaming mouse that features the ever-loved Omron dual switch design which allows gamers to adjust the click resistance according to the type of game they are playing. Gamers can customize the mouse with its 16.8 million RGB colours and 8 lighting patterns to suit everyone style, there is also 5 onboard profile settings which can be swapped on-the-go so you can jump in and out of any game easily with Acer’s Predator QuarterMaster app.

The mouse is perfect for left or right handers, as the side panels support up to 4 different usage mode for the ultimate fit and ergonomic comfort.

Both the Galea 500 gaming headset and the Predator Cestus 500 gaming mouse are available for purchase now at all authorised Acer resellers and Acer Online stores for a price of RM1,399 and RM299 respectively.

In a surprise that Acer kept closely guarded, they also showed off the Orion 9000 gaming desktop which was unveiled at IFA 2017 recently. It comes with up to a Core i9 extreme processor and dual NVIDIA GTX 1080 Ti graphics card in SLI configuration that looks gorgeous from top to bottom. The desktop will be priced at RM12,999 for the 7th Gen i7 variant and RM28,888 for the i9 Extream variant.

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Acer introduces ConceptD 300 creator PC with RTX 3070 GPU

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Acer has just announced a refresh to their
ConceptD

creator
PC and laptop lineup – this time, it packs the newest 10
th
-Gen Intel Core CPUs and the beastly NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 3070 GPU
.

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ConceptD
 300

For creators who hunker down, this 18L mid-sized PC comes packed with the aforementioned RTX 3070 GPU and a 10
th
-Gen Intel Core i7 CPU for all the power you need for rendering. It comes with up to 64GB of 2,666Mhz RAM and up to a 4TB HDD and a 1TB PCIe SSD.

The design of the tower itself is minimalistic and all-white finish with a wood panel-top, and back for that extra flair. There’s a mesh intake at the front that boasts triangle-shaped cutouts – Acer claims that the
ventilation
 and cooling technology packed in this tower only produces 40dBa of sound, which is great for the office environment.

The
ConceptD
 300 is available will be available in Europe first in China this October from RMB12,999 (about RM8,103).

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 7 and
ConeptD
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For those who’re on the go, he
ConceptD
 7 notebooks are great options as they come with blazing-fast hardware in a sleek 15.6-inch frame.

Both laptops are equipped with a 10
th
-Gen Intel Core CPU, while the
ConceptD
 7 Pro can pack up to an NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 GPU; while the regular
ConceptD
 7 can pack an RTX 2080. They also have a 15.-6-inch UHD 4K IPS panel that’s PANTONE-validated and support a 100% RGB colour range, with a
colour
 accuracy of Delta E<2.

With so much power, the laptops need a lot to keep cool, so they come equipped with a Cortex Flow cooling tech that, like the
ConceptD
 300, only produces 40
dBa
 of noise.

The Acer
ConceptD
 7 and
ConceptD
 7 Pro will be available this October in Europe – the former will be priced from 2,899 Euro while the latter will start from 3,699 Euro. There’s no word yet on when these devices will come to
Malaysia
, but stay tuned on our website as we bring you the latest updates as they come.

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Acer Day 2019 Campaign comes with flash sale, roadshow promo and free Galaxy A10

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If you’ve been eyeing an Acer product, now’s the best time to act on your thoughts. Acer is organising an Acer Day 2019 Campaign that lasts from July 29 to August 4 for you to enjoy its products with great deals and rewards.

During the roadshow, Acer will be showering their customers with various rewards including up to RM1,000 off on their purchases, Office 365, Cestus 33 gaming mouse and more! In addition, those who purchase the Nitro 5 for RM3,599 will also get a free Samsung Galaxy A10.

That’s not all! Acer is also having a flash sale on August 3 and 4 from 10am to 12pm, offering discounts on products like monitor, desktop, gaming mouse and more. You can also get the Acer Premium Backpack that is originally priced at RM299 for only RM49 during the flash sale.

Even if you’re not purchasing anything, the roadshow has on-ground activities that will entitle the first 300 participants to a free limited edition tote bag. For more information, visit Acer’s
Facebook
 page.

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Acer Day 2021: New Predator Orion 3000, Nitro 50 PCs; Predator X34 GS, Nitro XV252Q F launched

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Acer has just launched two new gaming desktops in the form of the Nitro 50 and Predator Orion 3000; the brand also introduced their latest Predator X34 GS and Acer Nitro XV252Q F gaming monitors to go with the new desktops.

Nitro 50

The Nitro 50 is now refreshed with the latest 11
th
-Gen Intel Core CPUs – your options include the Core i5-11400F (RM3,399) and the Core i7-11700F (RM4,899); on top of that, you can also equip your desktop with up to an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER GPU.

There’s 8GB of memory installed, but there are additional slots available should you want to add more RAM sticks; for storage, you get a 512GB SSD too.

The PC sports an 18-liter chassis, which is a great size to fit any setup, either on your desk or floor.

During the Acer Day x Shopee Superbrand Day, happening this 3 and 4 August, purchase of any of these models will come with a Predator Galea 350 headset worth RM349 or a Galea 311 Headset worth RM199.

Predator Orion 3000

If you need something beefier, the Predator Orion comes with up to an Intel Core i7-11700F CPU and a GeForce RTX 3070 graphics card.

The PC is decked out with RGBs, tempered glass panels, and Acer’s 92mmx92mm FrostBlade fans.

The desktop is priced from RM3,999 and during the same Acer Day x Shopee Superbrand Day sale, you’ll are also eligible to receive the Predator Galea 350 or Galea 311 gaming headsets as a gift.

Nitro XV252Q F Monitor

This 24.5-inch, FHD device uses a Fast Liquid Crystal panel that can be overclocked to output at a whopping 390Hz refresh rate. The monitor also supports AMD FreeSync to minimize screen-tearing.

Besides gaming, the monitor can also do some light creative work as well as it supports a 99% sRGB colour space. The Nitro XV252Q F is priced at RM1,999, and during the sale, Acer will bundle the monitor with a Predator Cestus 330 gaming mouse worth RM269 as well.

Predator X34 GS

If you need a larger monitor, the Predator X34 GS is a 34-inch ultrawide monitor that pushes a QHD resolution on a IPS panel. The screen also offers a decent 144Hz base refresh rate, but can be overclocked to 180Hz too.

The monitor also supports up to 98% DCI-P3 colour gamut and VESA DisplayHDR 400. There’s a low 0.5ms response rate, and support for NVIDIA G-SYNC too.

The Predator X34 GS is priced at RM3,999 and will come with a Cestus 310 mouse, and a Gaming Utility backpack, both worth a total of RM668.

Acer Day x Shopee Superbrand Day promotions

Besides the goodies mentioned above, during 3 and 4 August, you’re also entitled to get up to 60% or up to RM500 off Acer’s range of products, up to RM200 in store vouchers to be redeemed upon checkout, free Predator Gaming Chair (RM1,299) for the top 10 spenders, or snag one for just RM359 when the Acer Shopee store hits 30,000 followers.

Visit Acer’s Shopee store
here

to start shopping.

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Acer Day 2022 kicks off at Pavilion Bukit Jalil this week

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Every 3rd August of the year is a big day Acer, as the company has kicked off its annual Acer Day globally and has set up a roadshow at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, customers will be able to check out the latest 12th Gen Intel powered Acer Predator gaming laptops, the newly launch Swift 5 Ultrabook and an expansive line up of eco-friendly Vero computing products on the show floor.

As Acer is heavily promoting its sustainability efforts at its roadshow this time, customers will be able to score up to a RM500 cash rebate for a brand new Aspire Vero laptop with the trade in of a functioning or non-functioning laptop, tablet desktop and AIO.

The new Acer Swift 5 can be purchased at the roadshow

In addition, customers can also bring at least five empty, clean PET plastic bottles to the event, Acer concept stores or Acer Malaysia’s office to be rewarded with a RM5 Touch ‘n Go eWallet credit, this initiative will conclude on 7th August so you better act fast.

At the Acer Day roadshow, Acer Malaysia offers a number of attractive discounts on computing products and a flash sale on 7th August, 1PM-3PM, one of the flash sale highlights include scoring an Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop at a PWP price of RM399, but you have to be fast as it is only limited to the first 100 customers to purchase something from the roadshow on 7th August.

If you can’t visit the roadshow, fret not as Acer Malaysia is also organizing a Shopee SuperBrand Day, where you can also great deals on Acer products, such as scoring an Aspire 3 laptop at RM3,299, an Aspire Vero at RM2,799 and an Enduro Urban rugged laptop at RM2,399; there’s also up to RM500 off vouchers for grabs as well, and customers can receive free gifts worth up to RM567 that can be redeemed at
www.a-redemption.com

Visit Acer Malaysia’s Facebook page
here
 for more promotional details on Acer Day.

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Acer debuts a liquid-cooled 2-in-1 at New York

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Liquid cooled laptop isn’t so much a myth anymore ever since ASUS introduced the world to the RoG GX700. It probably isn’t an exaggeration to say that when people think of liquid cooled laptops, the first thing that pops into mind is a huge peripheral that comes with the laptop. Well, that is not the case as Acer has debuted a liquid-cooled, Surface-style 2-in-1 that doesn’t come with any chunky peripherals.

Called the Acer Switch Alpha 12, this 2-in-1 comes with a 12″ screen that has a resolution of 2,160 x 1,400. Weighing in at 1.98 pounds without the keyboard, the Switch Alpha 12 is powered by a 6th-gen Intel Core processor. Much like the Surface, the Switch Alpha 12 will come with its own set of peripherals such as a detatchable keyboard and the Active Pen stylus.

Of course, the main attraction of the Switch Alpha 12 is the liquid cooling. According to Acer, the 2-in-1 uses the heat of the ccoolant as it expands into gas to keep the entire system moving. This allows the Switch Alpha 12 to utilise liquid cooling without the need for an external radiator or pump. Another interesting fact of the Switch Alpha 12’s cooling system is that it is chilled solely by the liquid cooling system, which means that the 2-in-1 itself does not have a fan, allowing it to run silently.

Acer is expected to launch the Switch Alpha 12 in June. Prices for this device will start at USD 599.

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Acer ends 2018 with the 15.6-inch Swift 5 preview and launch of desktop, monitors and laptops

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Acer had 7 launches throughout the year of 2018, and to end the year gracefully, the company decided to unveil several new and upgraded laptops, desktops and monitors.

The Acer Swift 5 that has always had 14-inch screens will now come with a 15,6-inch Full HD IPS touch screen yet only weighing at 990g in addition to its slim bezels. The Swift 5 is by far the lightest 15.6-inch laptop and comes with Acer Colour Intelligence technology and also Acer BlueLight Shield technology for great colour vibrancy and eye protection. It will also be equipped with up to 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD which is claimed to be able to respond 30x faster than a regular HDD, in addition to that, the Swift 5 will be supporting Windows Hello with a fingerprint reader for higher security purposes. The Acer Swift 5 will be available in two colours; Charcoal Blue and Steel Gray.

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The Swift 5 will not be the only one getting an upgrade, as the Swift 3 series will welcome new additions which will also be lighter and slimmer. The Acer Swift 3 has a 14-inch IPS Full HD screen but now comes at a lighter weight of 1.35kg. It can be powered by either Intel Core i5-8265U or i7-8565U and the storage options are 128GB SSD, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD or 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD. Graphics wise, the options remain the same with either Intel UHD Graphics 620 and NVIDIA MX150. The newer models of the Acer Swift 3 comes in Sparkly Silver.

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Apart from that, the Acer Aspire 5 will also be welcoming new additions that will be lighter and slimmer, though the screen size will remain at 15.6-inch. The new additions will now be at 1.8kg with Intel Core i5-8256U or i7-8565U. The model that takes on the higher end processor will also be getting 1TB HDD and 128GB SSD while the other will be missing the 128GB SSD. Besides that, the other specs remain the same with 4GB RAM that’s upgradable and 48Wh 3220mAh battery. The colour options for the Acer Aspire 5 are Pure Silver, Lava Red and Obsidian Black but the higher end model will only be available in Obsidian Black.

The Acer TravelMate X514 will also be introduced to Acer fans, and the laptop is also very light, like the rest of the devices mentioned above. The X514 will weigh at 980g and comes with 14-inch Full HD display. The laptop will be powered by Intel Core i5-8265U or i7-8565U, and comes with 256GB SSD or 512GB SSD. It has 8GB RAM and uses the Intel UHD Graphics 620. This device is made for professionals who look for portability and efficient productivity in a laptop, and it comes with built-in fingerprint reader and Windows Hello for higher security.

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That’s about it for the laptops, so let’s move on to the Predator Orion 3000, a member of the Predator Orion family. The Predator Orion 3000 has up to 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor and has up to 64GB RAM and storage wise, users can choose to opt for the 32GB Intel Optane Memory or the 512GB PCIe SSD. Graphics wise, the Orion 3000 has NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card that can be upgraded to GTX 2070 which will allow the desktop to support 4K gameplay.

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Next, there are two gaming monitors by Acer, the first being a new and bigger Acer ED323QURA monitor that comes with a 31.5-inch VA curved 16:9 screen with 2K resolution display and 144Hz refresh rate. The monitor comes with 178 degree viewing angle and has a response time of 4ms. It also supports Dual Link, HDMI 2.0 and Display Port, and it can be tilted for better viewing position. Besides that, the gaming monitor comes with Acer Vision Care display, Flicker-less technology, BlueLight Shield technology, Acer ComfyView Display and also low dimming technology. With the AMD Radeon FreeSync technology, the monitor will also sync with the graphics card to prevent screen tearing and better game experience.

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Not only that, Acer also showcased the ET322QK Professional 4K UHD Monitor for those who want higher specs, because the ET322QK comes with 4K UHD display of 31.5-inch screen size for more vivid and accurate colours. Equipped with Acer HDR Ready technology, the display offers higher contrast and more realistic colours. Like the ED323QURA, this monitor also supports AMD FreeSync technology and the other technologies that were listed, except for the Acer Vision Care display. However, the refresh rate of the ET322QK is lower compared to the previous one mentioned as the refresh rate is at 60Hz instead of 144Hz.

Now the Swift 5 and the TravelMate X514 is not available yet, and there is no official date on when the Swift 5 will be released, but the TravelMate X514 is expected to be available in January 2019. The TravelMate X514 will come with the price as below:

(X514-51T-50MW) Intel Core i5 with 256GB SSD: RM4,499

(X514-51T-57Q4) Intel Core i5 with 512GB SSD: RM4,699

(X514-51T-702Z) Intel Core i7 with 512GB SSD:RM5,299

The Predator Orion 3000 will be available immediately at selected authorised Acer resellers nationwide and comes with two variants as below:

Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 128GB SSD + 1TB HDD, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6GB GDDR5: RM5,399

Intel Core i5+ 8400 processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 16GB PCIe M.2 2280 Intel Optane Memory + 1TB HDD, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with 4GB GDDR5: RM3,999

For the Swift 3 series, the price will be as below:

(SF314-55-501C) Intel Core i5 with 128GB SSD, 4GB RAM, Intel UHD Graphics 620: RM2,899

(SF314-55G-547H) Intel Core i5 with 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, 8GB RAM, NVIDIA MX150: RM3,599

(SF314-55G-76TZ) Intel Core i7 with 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, 8GB RAM, NVIDIA MX150: RM4,399

As for the Acer Aspire 5, the price is listed as below:

(A515-52G-547K, A515-52G-58H9, A515-52G-58R8) Intel Core i5, 1TB HDD: RM2,699

(A515-52G-79PA) Intel Core i7, 1TB HDD + 128GB SSD: RM3,599

Last but not least, the ET322QK monitor will be priced at RM 1,499 whereas the ED323QURA gaming monitor will be priced at RM1,499. The monitors and the Acer Swift 3 and Acer Aspire 5 is already available and can be purchased at Acer official online stores and also authorised resellers nationwide.

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Acer expands eco-friendly Vero product lineup

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Acer is taking a different approach from the rest of PC makers in sustainability, as the company has gone all in to reveal a series of eco-friendly manufactured products this year, from laptops to projectors, the Vero lineup has gotten a lot more fun and interesting.

New Aspire Vero Laptops

Updated with 12th Gen Intel Core processors, the Aspire Vero continues to come in 14-inch and 15-inch screen sizes with their chassis being made from post consumer recycled materials, while they continue to come in the signature Cobblestone Grey color, the 14-inch model has a new Mariana Blue color while the 15-inch gets a Starry Black color option, the latter’s webcam is also upgraded to 1080p resolution for clearer video calls.

The new Aspire Vero laptops are now Intel Evo certified, which means you can expect responsive performance and improved battery life compared to the previous model, ports selection is also enhanced with two full sized USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and a Thunderbolt 4 USB-C port that supports USB PD charging, which the latter isn’t available on the previous Vero laptop.

Both 14-inch and 15-inch Aspire Vero laptops feature OceanGlass Trackpads that’s made from ocean-bound plastic, their chassis uses 30% post-consumer recycled plastic that saves 21% in carbon emissions, while the screen bezel and keycaps are made from 30% and 50% of post-consumer recycled plastic respectively. Like their predecessors, they are also made for easy repairs and upgrades with standard screws at the base.

The new Aspire Vero laptops will be available in the US starting September 2022, both 14-inch and 15-inch models will retail from US$749.99 (RM3,298).

Acer Veriton Vero All-in-One

The Veriton Vero All-in-One desktop computer features a 24-inch Full HD IPS display with a 88% screen-to-body ratio, made from 30% post-consumer recycled material, it also comes with a keyboard and mouse that’s also made of PCR material. On top of that, it has a built-in 5MP webcam with a privacy shutter to conceal confidential data.

Powered by up to a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, discrete NVIDIA GeForce MX550 GPU and 64GB of dual-channel DDR4 3200MHz RAM, the Veriton Vero AIO comes with WiFi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connectivity and two M.2 SSD slots that support up to 2TB of storage.

The Veriton Vero AIO will be available in the US starting October 2022, it will retail from US$799 (RM3,513)

Vero Monitors

Two new Vero IPS monitors are announced – the 27-inch FHD Acer CB273 and 23.8-inch FHD Acer B247YG, they are essentially outgoing monitors that Acer is already selling in the market though these new ones are made with 85% PCR plastic and 5% ocean bound plastic.

The Acer CB273’s 27-inch panel has a color accuracy of Delta E<1, while enhancing user’s productivity by offering a KVM switch that automatically switches input device to the source computer, and a USB-C port that charges laptops up to 90W of power output.

The Acer B247YG on the other hand is a feature packed mainstream monitor that has a 75Hz refresh rate, generous connectivity options such as VGA, HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort 1.2 and three USB 3.0 downstream ports, the monitor’s stand is also height adjustable for a suitable viewing experience.

The Vero CB273 will be available in Q3 with a US$349.99 (RM1539) price tag in the US, while the Vero B247Y G monitor will retail at US$199.99 (RM879).

Vero PD2325W Projector

Apart from being made out of 50% PCR plastic in the chassis and 85% recycled paper packaging, the Vero PD2325W projector features a bright 2200 lumens LED light source that provides up to 30,000 hour lifespan, resulting in 50% energy savings compared to traditional mercury-containing lamps projectors.

The Vero PD2325W Projector displays a 1280×800 resolution, supporting an extended 125% REC 709 wide color gamut and with integrated 5W speaker, it is suitable for 24/7 continuous use for public displays or museum exhibitions.

Available in Q3 2022, the Vero PD2325W projector has a starting price of US$559 (RM2,458).

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Acer has a new budget Windows 10 notebook series called the Cloudbook

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While there aren’t new laptops that come pre-installed with Windows 10 yet, Acer is the first manufacturers to drop the bombs on two of its latest budget notebooks that runs Windows 10, the new Aspire One Cloudbook comes in 11-inch and 14-inch flavors and will retail as cheap as $169 in the US.

Since these notebooks are that cheap, you are not going to expect the product to come with ample amount of storage as its name has already suggested for cloud use. The Aspire One Cloudbooks will be powered by an Intel Celeron processor with 2GB of RAM, the 11-inch model will be available in 16GB and 32GB models, while the 14-inch model has a base storage of 32GB up to 64GB. As you might have guessed, a one year free
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While the new Aspire One Cloudbooks are literally having the same hardware as the company’s Chromebooks, you are at least not limited in usability with Windows 10 and you could probably try squeezing its performance to play some legacy games on it, battery life shouldn’t be too bad since they are powered by very efficient hardware. The new Cloudbooks are expected to debut in the US this month and we should see its local arrival pretty soon given that our market has demand for these affordable notebooks.

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Acer has introduced Avengers themed Aspire 6, Nitro 5 and Swift 3 laptops in Malaysia

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The Avengers Infinity War fever is at its peak, with the movie releasing in just a week, Acer is also excited on the launch of the highly anticipated movie. Today they have announced three Avengers themed laptops in collaboration with Marvel. These three laptops are the Acer Aspire 6 Captain America Edition, Acer Nitro 5 Thanos Edition and the Acer Swift 3 Iron Man Edition.

Acer Aspire 6 Captain America Edition

The Aspire 6 comes with Captain America’s iconic pentagram on the cover and the blue colour design extends all the way to the keyboard area giving it a really nice but empowering look. The laptop comes with 8
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Not only is the sound enjoyable, users will love watching videos on the 15.6-inch FHD IPS display. The Aspire 6 Captain America Edition retails for RM3,299.

Acer Nitro 5 Thanos Edition

The Nitro 5 features a portrait of Thanos decorated with IMR finishing technology, complementing its bold matte black chassis outlines and hairline-brushed finish. This Nitro 5 comes with a powerful Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 graphics with 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM, 7
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To deliver a smooth and lag-free online gaming, the laptop comes with 2×2 MU-MIMO wireless technology and for a great game image, the 15.6-inch FHD IPS display will immerse you further into the game. As for audio, the laptop supports Dolby Audio and Acer TrueHarmony, working together to provide the best audio quality on any laptop. The Acer Nitro 5 Thanos Edition retails for RM4,299

Acer Swift 3 Iron Man Edition

Lastly, is the 1.6kg Acer Swift 3, which comes with a classy red colour and has Iron Man’s Arc Reactor on the top which glows when the laptop is powered up. It features the 8
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It also has other attractive features like a 14-inch FHD IPS display, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD and a 2×2 MU-MIMO wireless technology for blazing fast connectivity. The Acer Swift 3 Iron Man Edition retails for RM4,399.

All of these special edition laptops are now available at selected authorized Acer retailers and Acer’s Online store. Get them quick because stocks are limited.

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Acer has introduced the world’s first ChromeOS tablet

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Acer has launched the first ever Chrome OS tablet called the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 which as you expect with the name, is a 10-inch tablet that is running on Google’s alteration of Android’s OS on a desktop environment.

When it comes to hardware, it is unique as it comes equipped with a hexa-core processor called the OP1. The OP1 is actually a Google-owned chipset that is optimized for ChromeOS. It is also used in the Samsung Chromebook Plus and the Asus Chromebook Flip C101.

Other than that, it comes with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage. On the back, there is a 5MP camera and the front houses a 2MP camera. It also comes with a Wacom EMR Pen which can be used to take notes or draw on the tablet. The stylus will not require batteries, nor will it need a charge. Acer did not state the battery capacity but has mentioned that it will give you a battery life of up to 10 hours. It charges through the USB Type-C 3.1 port and has a DisplayPort for extending the display to a bigger screen.

Acer has made this tablet with a focus on classrooms to enhance the learning experience. It will still be available to the public in April for $329 and other parts of the world later in May.

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Acer has three new Predator monitors that aims to deliver a stutter free gaming experience

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Acer has gotten aggressive this year about gaming monitors, the company has introduced three big exciting monitors to the table, the Predator Z35, X34 and XB1 are NVIDIA G-SYNC enabled to ensure the smoothest gameplay possible with its extremely high refresh rates, and these monitors ranges from size of 27-inch up to 35-inch, which sounds exciting enough for gaming enthusiasts.

The Predator Z35 monitor is the star of the stage today, this 35-inch display sports a 21:9 UltraWide Full HD (2560×1080) resolution with a curvature of 2000R and supports overclocking up to 200Hz of refresh rate, one of the highest frequencies that gamers will be able to achieve on a gaming monitor.

If size is a problem for your gaming desk, Acer’s Predator XB1 comes in two models, namely the 27-inch XB271HU and 28-inch XB281HK, the XB271HU features a zero-frame-edge-to-edge design with a WQHD (2560×1440) IPS panel that supports 100% of the sRGB gamut and NVIDIA G-SYNC with a 144Hz refresh rate (overclockable up to 165Hz), while the XB281HK is a 4K UHD panel that has a fast 1ms GTG response time.

On the other hand, the Predator X34 is a 34-inch display that features a whooping UltraWide QHD 3440×1440 resolution with NVIDIA G-SYNC technology onboard, while its normal refresh rate maintains at 60Hz, gamers can actually overclock the display up to 100Hz which is considerably mind blowing for such a high resolution display, the X34 also has two built-in 7W speakers to complete an immersive viewing experience and it is the most expensive monitor among other products.

The new Acer Predator gaming monitors will be available in retail stores soon this month with the following retail prices:

Acer Predator Z35 – RM3,999
Acer Predator X34 – RM4,599
Acer Predator XB271HU – RM3,299
Acer Predator XB281HK – RM2,599

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Acer Iconia One 8 specs and design has been listed by the FCC

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With all the new smartphones releasing into the market, tablets have been pushed far away from the spotlight that there are just a handful of options when it comes to buying one. However, there are still companies that believe tablets can still be part of our lives and Acer is one of them.

The Acer Iconia One 8 has just showed up on FCC’s website and it comes with an 800 x 1280 resolution 8-inch screen and is equipped with a MediaTek MT8167A processor clocked at 1.3GHz, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage. On the rear is a 5MP camera and the front houses a 2MP camera, you might not get decent shots with the cameras but it should work fine with capturing documents or video calls. It also has Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFI b/g/n and is powered by a 4500mAh battery.

Based on the sketches, it comes with curved corners and there is a speaker grill on the back lower right of the device and it comes with a 3.5mm jack. We should be getting more information on the price and release date soon.

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Acer introduces a great line-up of Predator and Nitro gaming devices in Malaysia

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Acer has released new entries to their Predator and Nitro Gaming lineup led by the Predator Helios 500 which comes with a top of the line Nvidia GeForce graphics card and a Core i9 processor.

Predator Helios 500

The Helios 500 comes with an overclockable Nvidia Geforce GTX 1070 graphics card and an 8th Generation Intel Core i9 processor with up to 64GB of RAM. It offers a premium gaming experience, as it was developed to run AAA titles and live stream all at the same time. To further immerse gamers, it comes with a 17.3-inch FHD IPS display with support for G-Sync and 144hz refresh rate for blur and tear-free gaming.

For an immersive audio experience, it comes with two built-in stereo speakers and a subwoofer, supported by Acer TrueHarmony and Waves MaxxAudio sound technology to deliver an immersive and hyper-realistic 3D audio thanks to Waves Nx. The Helios 500 will come two variants of the mentioned Intel i9 or an i7 variant which cost RM12,999 and RM8,999 respectively.

Acer Nitro 5

The Nitro 5 has gotten an upgrade with an 8th Generation Core i7+ which is one of the first laptops in Malaysia that comes with Intel Plus processor. Other than that, it also comes with a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti and 4GB RAM. The laptop is made for the mainstream gamers that just want to enjoy gaming. However, it still delivers a smooth and responsive experience thanks to the Intel Optane memory and 1TB of HDD storage. The screen is a 15.6-inch FHD IPS display which offers great audio and visual experience thanks to Dolby Audio and Acer TrueHarmony technology. Finally, the Nitro 5 comes with Acer Coolboost which features dual fans that deliver superior cooling, allowing the Nitro 5 to run for long hours without any issues. The Nitro 5 will be available starting 1st July 2018 and will cost only RM3,999

Predator Orion 5000

The Orion 5000 is a step down from the Orion 9000, but it still comes with top of the line specs that will offer you a great experience. It comes equipped with an 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8700 processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM upgradable 64GB paired with a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card. Acer has also included their IceTunnel 2.0 design which separates the internal into different thermal zones to offer a better heat dispersion. The front mesh panel will filter out dust while pulling in massive amounts of air. The Orion 500 will be available mid-July and will cost RM7,899. It also comes with a Predator USB Flare keyboard and mouse to complete the gaming setup

Acer Nitro 50 Desktop

Similar to the Nitro 5, the Nitro 50 is built for the mainstream gaming in mind. It comes with an 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of DDR4 RAM which can be expanded to 64GB of RAM and a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 processor. This allows the desktop to output 4K resolution visuals and it will support up to four monitors. Storage wise, it comes with 1TB HDD and 128GB SSD, so storage is definitely not an issue here. Finally, it comes with a Qi-enabled wireless charger to keep your phone charged while gaming. The Nitro 50 will be made available by the end of July and is bundled with an Acer wireless keyboard and mouse for a price of RM4,239.

Predator X27 Gaming Monitor

The X27 can be considered the mother of all monitors as it features Quantum Dot technology and supports 99% of the Adobe RGB space as well as Nvidia G-Sync for smooth gameplay. It comes with a 4K display and 144hz refresh rate, 4ms response time and 1,000 nits peak brightness. The features go on, as it comes with Predator HDR Ultra technology and LED local dimming with 384 individually controlled zones that light upon when required. This allows for deeper blacks on certain parts of the screen which is great for games and movies that have dark scenes. There is an optional Predator Shield that not only immerses gamers, but it also helps to prevent glare from ambient lights. Lastly, it comes with Predator GameView which allow you to save up to three custom game modes for gamers to switch between while gaming or use the preset settings already available. This very impressive monitor will be released into the market mid-July and will cost RM9,999.

Predator Aethon 500 Keyboard

Acer is also adding a new peripheral to its line up with the Aethon 500 to complete the Predator gaming experience. It is an extra-durable mechanical keyboard with a lifespan of 70 million strokes per key and gamers can customize every individual key with 16.8 million colour options using the Predator Quartermaster application. You can get the Aethon 500 keyboard right now for RM739.

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Acer introduces a refreshed Swift 5, Chromebook Spin 14 and the Chromebook Tab 10

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Acer has introduced a nice lineup of new thin and light devices that is catered to the different needs of its users during their next@acer event in New York today. We have seen a refreshed Swift 5, the most powerful Chromebook and the Chromebook Tab 10 which comes with its own built-in stylus.

The Acer Swift 5 is one of the thinnest laptops we have seen last year. In 2018, Acer has moved forward breaking the design logic by increasing the screen size to a 15.6-inch touch screen and still manages to keep the weight under 1kg even with a bigger battery.

Next is the Acer Chromebook Spin 13 which now comes with an 8th Generation Intel i5 processor, making it the most powerful Chromebook laptop in the world. It also has an all metal design with their signature 360-degree dual torque hinge, allowing you to put the laptop in multiple configurations. Lastly, they also upgraded the touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass for extra durability.

The last device in their thin and light line-up is the Chromebook Tab 10, which is one of the first tablets that will be running on ChromeOS. The tablet is mostly focused on education as it comes with Google Expedition AR for learning by interacting with the study materials. It also has a built-in Wacom EMR stylus which is a rare sight nowadays and it can be managed by the Chrome Management Console, making it easier for teachers to monitor their student’s activities on the tablet.

No prices or release dates were announced but we should be getting news about this devices in the next couple of weeks or when Acer Malaysia announces the arrival of these products in Malaysia.

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Acer introduces a wide range of Chrome devices

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Today, Acer Malaysia officially launches the Chromebooks which comes in the ranges of 11-inches to 14-inches. Acer wants to target a wide range of organizations from education to enterprise, and with the release of these new Chromebooks, Acer aims to solve the issues of segregated systems. Acer aims to reduce the need to get more personal to manage the IT infrastructure, in the education or enterprise field.

The first Chromebook that Acer introduced, is the Acer Chromebook R11 C738T, which was built for users that want to try out different options but still need access to the keyboard. This Chromebook comes equipped with Acer’s 360 degree dual-torque hinge design, allowing for different viewing angles from a pad to a tent configuration. The Acer Chromebook R11 C738T is the first Chromebook to support Google Play apps while allowing Google Admin Console to manage the device and apps in a single cloud interface. This Chromebook is also equipped with the latest MIMO 802.11ac wireless technology which Acer boast its fast wireless connection speed and longer signal ranges. It comes equipped with Intel Celeron quad-core N3160 processor, 4GB DDRL3 memory, 11.6-inch IPS display with a 10-finger touch and 10 hours of battery life.

The second Chromebook from Acer, is the Acer Chomebook 11 N7 C731 which has a unique drainage holes under the device that will drain water away from the vital components through the holes in the event of a spillage. The Chromebook 11 N7 has been put through rigorous quality and reliability test in accordance with the U.S. Military Standard, which includes, resisting 60KG downward pressure ontop of the cover, and free drop heights of up to 122cm. The Acer Chromebook 11 N7 C731 comes equip with Intel Celeron dual-core N3060 processor and has 2×2 MIMO 802.11ac wireless communication technology. It has a battery life of up to 12 hours and also comes with a 11.6-inch wide viewing angle display. The Acer Chromebook 11 N7 will come in two variants, the 4GB DDRL3 memory with 32GB eMMC storage or a 2GB DDRL3 and 16GB of eMMC storage.

The last Chromebook from Acer is the Acer Chromebook 14 CP5-471. Similar to the Chromebook 11 N7, the Chromebook 14 is also water resistant up to 330ml water spillage, and can stand a downward weight of 60KG with a drop height of up to 45cm. The Chromebook 14 comes with a Intel Core i5-6200U processor, 8GB DDR3L memory and 32GB eMMC storage. It also comes with a 14-inch screen with Corning Gorilla Glass a-Cover and boast a 12 hour battery life.

Finally, Acer also introduce two Chromebox devices, the Acer Chromebox for Meeting CXV2 and Acer Chromebox CX12. Both come with the latest Chrome OS and is pre-installed with web apps and additional, 30,000 apps, themes and extensions on the Chrome Web Store. The Chrome Remote Desktop will allow the user to access any system including a Windows system and perform disk optimization task from a Chromebook. The Acer Chromebox CX12 comes with a Intel Core i3-5005U processor, 4GB DDR3L memory and 16GB SSD. It also comes with a dual-band wireless LAND and Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 and TPM chip which securely generates and stores cryptographic keys, giving an extra layer of security.

The Chromebox for Meetings CXV2 offers a plug-and-go videoconferencing set for a great videoconferencing experience, connecting up to 15 participants at one go. It comes with a high definition Carl Zeiss Full HD Wide Angle camera and a digital omni-directional microphone and speaker system have a wideband frequency response and Digital Signal Processing for speech clarity. It comes equipped with a Intel Core i7-5500U processor, 4GB DDR3L memory and 16GB SSD.

All of the Chrome products from Acer is currently for sale as will retail for:

Acer Chromebook 11 N7 – RM999 for the 2GB memory and RM1099 for the 4GB memory

Acer Chromebook R11 – RM1499

Acer Chomebook 14 – RM2299

Acer Chromebox CX12 – RM1999

Acer Chromebox for Meeting CXV2- RM4599

All Devices come with a 3 Years Next Business Day On-site Warranty and are currently available at select authorized Acer resellers nationwide.

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Acer introduces affordable 100Hz gaming monitors from RM459

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Gamers looking for a budget high refresh rate monitor can watch out for the Acer Nitro VG240YE and VG270E gaming monitors, these are 24- and 27-inch IPS panels respectively that pushes Full HD resolution at 100Hz and 1ms response time, while it will cost gamers RM459 for the VG240YE and RM549 for the VG270E.

Both monitors are mounted on three-pronged stands and come with ZeroFrame bezel-less displays, these monitors have VESA mounts so you can mount them on a third party monitor stand or arm. Connectivity wise, they support HDMI and DisplayPort input, there’s no additional USB ports or even an audio jack, which are very minor compromises for such affordable monitors.

Being an IPS panel, Acer claims that these monitors cover 99% of the sRGB color gamut, which is rather generous for a mainstream gaming monitor with such a refresh rate, they are also equipped with Acer VisionCare technology for eye strain reduction and BlueLightShield Pro that reduces blue light while producing better image quality without sacrificing color accuracy and brightness.

These monitors are available now at Acer eStore, Acer official store on Shopee and Lazada, click the links below to purchase.

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Acer introduces its updated Predator line of gaming hardware in New York

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Acer has had a busy day in New York as the company revealed its PC and laptop lineup for 2016. Since there are quite a number of machines on display, we’ll be focusing on the Predator line for this post and in the next, we’ll be taking a look at the Chromebooks and Ultrabooks.

So first off, Acer has updated its Predator G1 gaming desktop to be a monster of a machine. Powered by a 6th-Gen Intel Core processor, capable of sporting an NVIDIA GeForcce GTX Titan X graphics card and being able to support up to 64GB of RAM, Acer has proudly boasted that the G1 is able to support VR right out of the box while being smaller than the company’s previous Predator G6 desktops.

To prove the point that the G1 is small, Acer has also creator a custom luggage bag for the desktop. This bag is available for the first 1,000 owners of the G1 through a special promotion, although Malaysia won’t be getting this bag as the promo won’t be available here. The G1 is expected to be available in the US and Europe in June with a pricetag beginning at USD 2,300 and EUR 1,199. China will receive the G1 a month later and will have a starting price of RMB 10,999.

The Predator line also features gaming notebooks and the Predator 17X was at New York as well. As the name implies, the Predator 17X features a 17″ display that comes in HD IPS or 4K UHD IPS options. For graphics, the notebook comes with a desktop-sized NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980, giving the Predator 17X desktop-class graphics performance.

Of course, desktop-level performance on a notebook means that it requires some significant cooling systems. The 17X doesn’t disappoint in that sector as the notebook comes with a three-fan setup. In addition to the usual two fans, a third fan was placed in front of the laptop to pulll in air from the side of the machine. Said air is then blasted directly over the components, preventing them from overheating under heavy load. Much like the G1 desktop, the 17X notebook is also VR-ready as it is the only gaming laptop available right now that is able to support four VR standards (Oculus Rift, Vive, OSVR and StarVR).

China will be the first country to receive the Predator 17X as Acer will make it available in the mainland in May. The US and Europe will receive the Predator 17X a month later in June. The Predator 17X will have a starting price of USD 2,799, EUR 2,499 and RMB 39,999.

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