Acer announced its latest additions to the TravelMate series of Windows 11 Education laptops, designed to improve students’ overall learning experiences and boost productivity whether in school or at home. The Acer TravelMate B5 14 features up to an FHD display and is powered by up to Intel Core i3 N-series processors to support the essential needs of mobile college students, as well as secondary school students.
The newest 11-inch TravelMate laptops enable students to get more from their blended learning environment. The TravelMate B3 Spin 11 comes with an optional dockable Wacom AES stylus for increased flexibility, and the TravelMate B3 11 has a battery life of up to 9.5 hours, giving students a dependable laptop that can be used to its full potential all day long in the classroom.
Additionally, these laptops are shipped with Acer’s new User Sensing Software, which combines Break Reminder, Screen Distance Reminder, and User Sensing technology to help reduce digital eye strain and ensure data security.
The TravelMate B series laptops are reliable and meet the durability standards of the military. They can withstand drops of up to 122 cm and have reinforced I/O ports and spill-resistant keyboards to prevent damage to their inner components. They also come with HD webcams that have a camera shutter for added privacy protection. Acer is committed to its Earthion mission, and all of its education laptops are made with recycled materials in their components and packaging. They have an EPEAT ecolabel and are TCO certified, which is the primary sustainability certification for IT products worldwide.
The next-generation Intel Core i3-N305 processors and up to 7.5 hours of battery life make the Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) an excellent laptop for students of all levels balancing loads of daily work and academic requirements in one device. To make blended learning and video meetings more engaging, it features up to a 14-inch Full HD (1920×1080) display, an additional HDR camera with webcam privacy shutter, and dual digital microphones, which leverage Acer’s PurifiedVoice with AI Noise Reduction technology to suppress background noise when in a call.
The most recent update to Windows 11 gives students access to time-saving features like Focus sessions and snap layouts. The TravelMate B5 14 has two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, and 2×2 MU-MIMO for quick and continuous network connectivity while online as well as for added convenience and functionality.
A couple of new laptops have been added to the TravelMate B3 series specifically designed for education. These laptops aim to provide extra protection for K-12 students while enabling them to accomplish more in their studies. They come with either Windows 11 Pro Education or Windows 11 SE already installed and are equipped with an Intel Processor N200 to support their performance. These devices have advanced privacy settings and contemporary education applications to encourage collaborative and inclusive learning among classmates.
With Windows 11 and Microsoft cloud services’ unified management tools and the integration of software and hardware security features in these new models, school and IT administrators can simplify and streamline the deployment and management of the latest TravelMate B3 laptops. The resilient laptops were also thoughtfully designed to minimize damage from external impacts. The lightweight laptops make it easy for young students to carry these around during their hybrid classroom experience with the convertible model weighing 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs), while the TravelMate B3’s classic clamshell design stands at just 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs).
The Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11’s (TMB311R-33/TMB311RN-33) optional 11.6-inch FHD touch display is protected by Acer’s Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass, formulated to help reduce the potential growth of odour and harmful microorganisms on the device’s screen. Users can also choose options with a dockable Wacom AES stylus to customize their school laptops according to their learning preferences. A 5 MP world-facing camera further enables collaboration between students and flexibility in learning. These laptops are built to last a full day of school as the TravelMate B3 Spin 11 has up to 10 hours of battery life, while the TravelMate B3 11 can last up to 9.5 hours of use. These also feature the latest connectivity ports to facilitate collaborative engagements.
All of the devices come pre-installed with Acer’s User Sensing Software, which is intended to help safeguard students’ privacy and encourage better laptop usage practices. The Break Reminder function thoughtfully reminds users to take regular breaks away from their devices to help reduce stress levels and eye strain because users often lose track of time when focused on their studies.
The laptops have a new feature called Screen Distance Reminder, which alerts users when they are too close to the screen. In addition to this, the laptops have User Sensing AutoLock capabilities that use proximity sensors to detect the user’s presence and movement accurately. This feature allows the laptop to automatically lock the screen when the user is not in close range. Together, these advanced protective features make the laptop a secure device for users.
These student laptops are compliant with MIL-STD810H (military-grade) standards and come in a reinforced design with shock-absorbent bumpers, allowing the devices to withstand drops of up to 4 ft (122 cm). To further protect the laptops and their internal components, the latest TravelMate B series laptops come with reinforced I/O ports that have additional metallic plates well-secured to their chassis to ensure that these ports stay firmly in place throughout tough conditions.
Their spill-resistant keyboards, which also have mechanically anchored key designs, incorporate an additional layer of security. The design of the serviceable keyboard prevents the abrupt displacement of important individual keys and makes it simple for users to replace the entire apparatus.
The newest school laptops in the TravelMate B series were created with a focus on sustainability and reducing waste. The laptops have OceanGlass touchpads made from recycled materials and come with moulded pulp packaging made from recycled paper. These laptops align with Acer’s Earthion mission to be environmentally friendly. They are registered with EPEAT, and certain configurations are certified by TCO, which is the primary sustainability certification for IT products. These recognitions demonstrate Acer’s dedication to enhancing the environment by promoting eco-friendly innovations and business models.
The Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) will be available in EMEA in March, starting at $439.99.
The Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311R-33) will be available in EMEA in March, starting at $389.99.
The Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311-33) will be available in EMEA in March, starting at $389.99.
