Acer launched four new Chromebooks to meet the needs of students, teachers and administrators, including its first Acer Chromebook Vero model designed specifically for the education market. These new models provide the latest in durability, performance, and features, making them a powerful tool for helping educators deliver better learning outcomes.
James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc said “As a leading provider of Chromebooks for the K12 education market, Acer knows what students and teachers need to keep the focus on learning – and these new Acer Chromebooks deliver what’s needed and more.”
Lin added “Our new Chromebooks provide advances in all the areas that have helped establish them as an essential tool for learning: student-focused durability features, reliable performance and advanced connectivity options to support school technology initiatives.”
All of the brand-new Acer Chromebooks come with Chrome Education Upgrade, which allows IT staff and managers to manage, deploy, and plan for student learning while making sure students are maximising the use of the Chromebooks. Through Zero-touch enrollment, IT departments can easily manage devices, perform admin support, and have the new Acer Chromebooks automatically enrol to their school sites as soon as the end user connects to the internet.
The latest Acer Chromebooks designed for educational purposes are built to endure the rigorous and demanding nature of a bustling school environment. They come with an impact-resistant exterior that meets the MIL-STD 810H testing standards, ensuring they can withstand daily wear and tear. The Chromebooks feature a sturdy corner design, along with a shock-absorbent bumper, enabling them to withstand drops as high as 122 cm (48 inches) and up to 60 kg (132.3 lbs) of pressure. Additionally, the internal brackets have been elongated and widened to safeguard the display from mishandling. Moreover, the ports of these durable Chromebooks have been strengthened with metallic plating to prevent damage from frequent student use.
The keyboards on the four brand-new Chromebooks are each made to guard against frequent student mishaps. The keyboard has a special drainage system that helps shield the internal components from spills of up to 330 ml (11 oz) of liquid[. The OceanGlassTM touchpad on all four Acer Chromebooks is water-resistant and manufactured from plastics found in the ocean. It reduces waste while offering a smooth, glass-like texture and responsive tactile sensation.
They also have mechanically anchored keys that are difficult for inquisitive students to remove, but at the same time, simple for IT personnel to repair or replace. The Acer Chromebook 511, Acer Chromebook Spin 511 and Acer Chromebook Spin 512 also feature a new serviceable keyboard that can be completely removed and replaced with the removal of just two screws. Finally, all four new Acer Chromebooks have been certified to meet two leading toy safety standards, the ASTM F963-16[ ] and UL/IEC 60950-1[ ], meaning they’re also safe to share with younger children.
The performance-minded and eco-conscious Acer Chromebook Vero 712 (CV872/T) lets students see and do more. This Chromebook for schools features a 3:2 aspect ratio and 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processor that enables students to do faster coding on their Chromebooks.
The 12-inch HD+ IPS display of this device enhances productivity by featuring a taller 3:2 aspect ratio, which provides 18% more vertical space than an equally wide display. This feature allows students to view more schoolwork, text, maps, and photos without needing to scroll frequently. Furthermore, the display is certified by TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® (Hardware Solution), which reduces harmful blue light while maintaining vibrant colours. Additionally, the Chromebook is equipped with powerful 12th Gen Intel Core processors, enabling students to handle more advanced schoolwork like coding and video editing, and run multiple programs and applications simultaneously without experiencing any delays.
The Acer Chromebook Vero 712 is a member of the environmentally-conscious Vero line that represents the company’s dedication to sustainability. It includes recycled materials, sustainable packaging, and an energy-efficient design. The new Acer Chromebook Vero 712 makes extensive use of recycled materials, including 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in the keycaps and 30% PCR plastic in the frame and display bezel. With the use of 100% recycled paper pulp, even the device’s packaging supports the company’s goal to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
In addition to the first Acer Chromebook Vero for education customers, Acer has expanded its line of Chromebooks for this market with three updated models: the Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R856T) convertible with a 12-inch display, Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756T) convertible with an 11.6-inch display, and the Acer Chromebook 511 (C736) clamshell with an 11.6-inch display. These three Acer Chromebooks are powered by the latest Intel Processor N100 and N200 and have the option to include built-in 4G LTE[ ] connectivity to provide fast, reliable access to educational apps from virtually anywhere. Plus, like the Acer Chromebook Vero, these new Chromebooks also feature recycled materials, sustainable packaging, an energy-efficient design, and EPEAT registration to help schools reduce waste across the lifetime of the device.
The two new convertible models are ideal Chromebooks for blended learning environments as both feature 360-hinges to allow them to be used in a range of settings, as well as Antimicrobial[ ] Corning® Gorilla® Glass touch displays that are scratch-resistant and limit the growth of odour and stain-causing microorganisms.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 is designed to be compact, with an 11.6-inch HD IPS display in a 16:9 format. On the other hand, the Acer Chromebook Spin 512 features a 12-inch HD+ IPS display in a 3:2 aspect ratio, providing more vertical space to enable students to view more text, maps, photos, and schoolwork. Both models are convertible and come with an optional USI stylus that can be charged in the integrated dock, making it easier for students to take notes, sketch, write, and paint. Furthermore, both convertible models have a battery life of up to 12 hours, lasting multiple days. Additionally, the Acer Chromebook Spin 512 has a TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® (Hardware Solution) certified display similar to the Acer Chromebook Vero 712, reducing harmful blue light while still ensuring vivid colours when viewing the display.
With its tried-and-true classic clamshell design and extreme compactness, the Acer Chromebook 511 is perfect for a variety of younger pupils using lab settings and 1:1 programmes. The 11.6-inch HD LED-backlit display with IPS technology is available in touch and non-touch versions to accommodate a variety of requirements and budgets in school districts. Additionally, the battery life is lengthy, lasting up to 12 hours.
Students can connect to the Internet quickly with reliable Wi-Fi 6E. Plus, the four new Acer Chromebooks all feature 720p webcams with Blue Glass Lens and (TNR), providing high-quality video feedback even in low-light conditions. The two convertible models also provide the option for high-resolution world-facing cameras. For privacy, all four new Chromebooks include a webcam shutter. The new Acer Chromebooks will be available with an array of eMMC storage options and up to 8 GB RAM.
The four new Chromebooks can easily connect to various devices, displays, and peripherals. Each model is equipped with two full-function USB 3.2 Type-C ports that support data transfer at speeds up to 5 Gbps, connecting to an HD display, and charging the device as well as other products. Additionally, all models have at least one USB 3.2 Type-A port, while the Chromebook 511, Chromebook Spin 511, and Chromebook Spin 512 also have a MicroSD card reader.
