Acer unveiled the new Acer Chromebook Vero 514, the first Chromebook in the company’s line of eco-conscious Vero devices, which reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability by providing consumers and commercial customers with more options for reducing their environmental footprint. The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 (CBV514-1H/T) has a thoughtful design that considers the entire product lifespan, as it is simple to upgrade, repair, disassemble, and recycle.
It also uses recycled materials in the majority of the product, including 30% PCR plastic in the chassis and 50% PCR plastic in the keycaps, 100% ocean-bound plastics on the touchpad surface, and 90% recycled paper packaging.
“The simplicity, security and speed of Chromebooks are the ideal complements to our Vero line’s focus on delivering powerful devices that keep an eye on the environment,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is the next step in embodying our Earthion mission by developing eco-friendlier products that have a positive ecological impact on our customers’ businesses, homes and schools.”
The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 uses PCR plastic extensively, with 30% in the chassis and screen bezel and 50% in the keycaps and speakers. Furthermore, the Chromebook helps to reduce plastic waste in the ocean by using ocean-bound plastics in its internal fan housing and on its OceanGlass touchpad, which has a sleek, glass-like texture and a responsive tactile feel.
The new Chromebook was specifically designed for a long product lifespan in order to reduce environmental impact. The use of standard screws on the bottom cover simplifies repairs and upgrades to the memory and storage. The exterior is distinguished by a paint-free chassis with a cobblestone gray finish and a display panel that is 99% recyclable. The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 features an impact-resistant exterior that meets MIL-STD 810H testing standards, as well as a reinforced design that protects it from drops up to 122 cm (48 inches).
The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 addresses collaboration, productivity, and entertainment needs with the latest 12th Gen Intel® Core processors and Intel® Iris® Xe graphics. The Chromebook’s fast-charging battery keeps customers powered up for longer throughout the day, as it can charge up to 50% of its 10-hour battery life in just 30 minutes.
The 14-inch full HD anti-glare Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen display has 300 nits of brightness and a wide 100% sRGB color range, making for a more vibrant and compelling viewing experience. The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 has a thin bezel design that results in an 88% screen-to-body ratio. The new Chromebook’s full HD flare-reducing webcam and DTS audio with Smart Amplifier provide high-quality video conferencing.
The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is designed for creating and connecting. It has fast and reliable Wi-Fi 6E and connects to a variety of devices and displays. It also supports charging via its port selection, which includes two USB Type-C, two USB 3.2 Type-A, and HDMI.
The Acer Chromebook Enterprise Vero 514 provides enterprise users with a variety of ChromeOS business capabilities, allowing employees at environmentally conscious organizations, call centers, healthcare organizations, and other businesses to operate more efficiently and productively. The Chromebook Enterprise Vero 514 includes all of ChromeOS’s business capabilities, including advanced security, reporting and insights, scalable cloud-based management, and zero-touch enrollment.
To help reduce environmental waste, the packaging is made of recyclable materials. The box is composed of 90% recycled paper, while the notebook bag and keyboard sheet are composed entirely of recycled plastic. Instead of using a plastic bag, the adapter sleeve is made of paper. Once the Chromebook is configured, its inner packaging can be transformed into a multi-purpose triangular laptop stand or used for other household or office functions.
The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is the latest addition to Acer’s Vero line, which also includes Aspire Vero laptops, Veriton Vero All-In-One computers, Vero monitors, Vero projectors, and Vero-branded accessories such as a mouse and keyboard.
The Vero product line was launched as part of Acer’s Earthion initiative, which aims to leverage the company’s strengths, supply chain partners, customers, and employees to create innovative and integrated solutions to address environmental issues for a more sustainable future. Acer’s RE100 commitment to source 100% renewable energy by 2035, more eco-friendly product designs, and a reduction in Acer’s supply chain carbon footprint are among Earthion’s goals.
In November, the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 (CBV514-1H/T) laptop will be available in EMEA for USD 595.
Specifications, prices, and availability will vary depending on region. Please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com to learn more about availability, product specifications, and pricing in specific markets.
