Acer Adds Chromebox, New PCs to Lineup

Acer is in Taipei this week for Computex, where it unveiled a slew of new desktops and tablets that are ready for the transition to Windows 10 next month.

The Acer Aspire Z Series all-in-one desktop PC line has expanded with the introduction of the 23.8-inch Aspire Z3-710 and the 19.5-inch Aspire ZC-700.

Both have full HD screens, Intel Celeron, Core, or Pentium processors, up to 8GB of memory, up to 2TB hard drives, and optional DVD drives. The 23.8-inch model ships with a capacitive touch screen, and both come with Windows 8.1. The systems will ship in Q3 2015, and pricing and exact configurations are pending, but you’ll be able to upgrade each model to Windows 10.

Acer’s Switch 11 V 2-in-1 detachable tablets give you the flexibility of a slate and a clamshell laptop. The new models have an improved latch-less Acer Snap Hinge 2, which uses magnets to secure the tablet to the keyboard base. The Acer Switch 11 V comes with an Intel Core M processor, for a fanless, slim design. The 11.6-inch IPS screen has a full HD resolution, zero air gap, and Acer VisionCare to help reduce eyestrain. A 10-inch model with Intel Atom x5 will also be released later this year.

Last but not least in the PC field, Acer’s Chromebox CXI2 has updated Intel Celeron and Core i3 processors, along with a 16GB SSD, up to 8GB of memory, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi. The new model is aimed at the home and business market. Citrix support, a Kensington lock port, and a TPM 1.2 secure computing co-processor are factors that will help it eke a toehold in the competitive business desktop market.