In Taipei, Taiwan, Acer has rolled out a couple of new devices for the global market. First is the Acer Aspire R 14 (R5-431T/471T) convertible notebook alongside the Aspire Z3-700 portable all-in-one desktop. Other products showcased include the Acer Liquid Jade Primo smartphone, Revo Build modular PC and the Predator gaming product line.
Acer’s R series has been its outlet for creative form factors – from hybrid notebooks to unique convertibles like the Star Trek-inspired Aspire R 17.
This time with the Aspire R 14, Acer takes the premium route, with a brushed metal exterior made using nano-imprint lithography (NIL). The sleek convertible notebook packs the latest 6th Gen Intel Core “Skylake” processors, featuring up to 8GB DDR3L RAM and speedy SSD storage (up to 512GB).
The Aspire R 14 gets a new, redesigned 360-degree dual torque hinge that lets you swing into different modes: Tent, Tablet, Laptop and Display.
The form factor boasts just 18mm thin and weighs 1.9kg.
The 14-inch Full HD IPS display supports 10-point multitouch, and has an anti-smudge treatment to keep things clear. Acer BluelightShield technology reduces blue spectrum emissions and ‘saves your eyes.’
The Aspire R 14 is a multimedia powerhouse, delivering clear, immersive audio through Acer TrueHarmony Plus and Dolby Audio technology.
It also has Acer Purified Voice that’s Skype for Business certified. This can only mean one thing: crystal clear voice.
In terms of connectivity and expandability, the R 14 is all about speed. Get connected fast with 802.11ac Wi-Fi with Multi-User MU-MIMO which delivers 2x increase in network performance.
There’s superfast USB 3.1 with Type-C connector, Bluetooth 4.0, HDMI port, Mini DisplayPort and SD card slot.
With all that power and connectivity, there’s a live-wire 8-hour battery to keep you productive for longer.
The Aspire R 14 runs Windows 10 and all its snazzy new features including Continuum.
Pricing and availability
The Acer Aspire R 14 will be available in North America in late October with prices starting from US$699 (RM2,932), EMEA for 799euros in late October.
