Acer Launches World’s First Chromebase with Intel® Core™ Processors
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) January 05, 2016 -- Editors’ Summary
• Acer announces the world’s first Chromebase all-in-one desktop with Intel® Core™ processors, combining powerful performance with the simplicity and security of Chrome OS
• Acer Chromebase 24 (CA24I) features the largest screen of all Chrome OS devices on the market, a 23.8-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) display with IPS technology
• Optimized for video conferencing, the Chromebase 24 incorporates four digital microphones, and captures the perfect frame with a chassis that can tilt from - 5° to 30°in addition to the adjustable HD webcam
Acer today announced the world’s first Chromebase all-in-one desktop with Intel® Core™ processors, the Chromebase 24, combining powerful performance with the simplicity and security of Chrome OS. The new Chromebase complements Acer’s industry-leading portfolio of Chrome OS products including Chromebooks, Chromeboxes, and Chromebases.(1) According to the latest data from Gartner, Acer Group is currently the world’s leading Chromebook brand with over 34 percent market share for the first three quarters of 2015.(2)
The Acer Chromebase 24 (CA24I) features the largest screen of all Chrome OS devices on the market, a 23.8-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) display with IPS(3) technology, reproducing consistent and accurate colors at up to 178-degree wide viewing angles. VESA mount support and 10-point multi-touch option allows for even more intuitive and convenient operation, making it an easy fit in any public space such as for use as digital signage or kiosk device.
Intel® Core™ processors provide the Chromebase 24 with outstanding performance, up to 8GB of DDR3L brings a smooth computing experience, and 802.11ac wireless(4) or Gigabit Ethernet enables speedy network connectivity. Optimized for video conferencing, the Chromebase 24 incorporates four digital microphones, and can capture the perfect frame with the chassis that easily tilts from - 5° to 30°in addition to the adjustable HD webcam.
“Intel Core processors work seamlessly with Chrome OS to deliver the incredible performance and graphics that consumers and businesses expect from an all-in-one desktop,” said Gregory Bryant, Corporate Vice President and General Manager, Desktop Client Platforms Group, Intel. “With smooth video conferencing, a great HD video experience and ability to multi-task, the Acer Chromebase 24 with Intel Core is an exciting all-in-one design.”
Simple and Secure
The Chromebase 24, based on Chrome OS, will receive automatic updates every six weeks to ensure it always has the latest security and software installed. All data whether stored on the Chromebase or in the cloud are encrypted and protected by its TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 1.2 chip, which securely generates and stores cryptographic keys. Each time Chrome OS boots up, Verified Boot checks the integrity and validity of system files to ensure they have not been tampered with.
Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via http://www.acer.com.
About Acer
Established in 1976, Acer is a hardware + software + services company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives. Acer's product offerings include PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets, smartphones, and wearables. The company is also developing cloud solutions to bring together the Internet of Things. Acer employs 7,000 people and ranks No. 4 for total PCs globally (IDC 2014). Revenues for 2014 reached US$10.39 billion. Please visit http://www.acer.com for more information.
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1.) Chromebook: Chrome OS-based notebook; Chromebox: Chrome OS-based desktop; Chromebase: Chrome OS-based all-in-one desktop
2.) Gartner "Market Share: Devices, All Countries, 3Q15 Update" 13 November 2015
3.) All brands and product names mentioned herein include trademarks of their respective companies and are used solely to describe or identify the products.
4.) An 802.11ac wireless equipped computer requires an 802.11ac router to work properly.
Lisa Emard, Acer America Corporation, http://us.acer.com, +1 7144690849, [email protected]
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