Acer‘s upping its Chromebook offerings with two new Chromebook Plus Enterprise laptops designed for businesses and organizations that prioritize cloud-based work. These Chromebooks offer a combination of powerful specifications, Google AI capabilities, and Chrome Enterprise features to enhance security, manageability, and efficiency for workforces.
Powerful Performance and ChromeOS Features
Both the Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515 and Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514 are equipped with up to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processors and up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, providing strong performance for multitasking and running cloud-based applications. ChromeOS ensures a secure and smooth operating system for legacy, enterprise, and private apps. Additionally, the Chromebooks boast up to 10 hours of battery life with fast-charging capabilities, keeping employees productive throughout the workday.
Enhanced Video Conferencing
Employees can leverage their preferred video conferencing app, including Zoom, Slack, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams, on these Chromebooks. The webcams come with Acer’s Temporal Noise Reduction (TNR) technology for noise cancellation, while built-in Google AI video tools automatically enhance clarity, lighting, and background blur. High-quality dual speakers with DTS Audio complete the conferencing experience.
Large Displays and Durable Design
The Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515 features a large 15.6-inch Full HD display with IPS technology, ideal for detailed spreadsheets, graphics, and photos. It also includes a dedicated numeric keypad, beneficial for data entry tasks in finance, retail, and STEM fields.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514 offers a 14-inch WUXGA display with a 360-degree hinge that allows it to transform from a laptop to a tablet. This convertible design caters to mobile workforces who value flexibility in their input methods, including touch and USI active stylus support on the Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass display.
Both Chromebooks feature a durable, MIL-STD 810H compliant chassis for enhanced impact resistance. They are available with optional backlit keyboards for low-light environments and come equipped with fast Wi-Fi 6E for reliable connectivity. In addition, a wide selection of ports, including HDMI and dual USB Type-C ports, allows easy connection to peripherals and charging devices.
Environmentally Friendly Design
These Chromebooks align with Acer’s Earthion mission by incorporating eco-friendly features like the OceanGlass touchpad made from recycled ocean-bound plastic. They also utilize recycled materials, sustainable packaging, and an energy-efficient design meeting Energy Star certification.
Seamless Deployment and Management
The Chromebooks come pre-unlocked with the business capabilities of ChromeOS, enabling IT departments to onboard employees quickly with zero-touch enrollment and manage device policies for a streamlined user experience. ChromeOS safeguards against security breaches with features like cloud-based management, advanced security tools, and granular controls. Additionally, 24/7 Google support and ChromeOS troubleshooting assistance simplify update management, reporting, and technical issue resolution.
Chrome Education Upgrade Option for Schools
The new Acer Chromebook Plus models can be configured with Chrome Education Upgrade, a management solution designed for schools. This upgrade empowers administrators to manage a large number of devices efficiently and offers features like zero-touch enrollment and 24/7 Google support.
Pricing and Availability
- Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515:
- North America in June with prices starting at USD649.99 (approx. RM3,077.40)
- EMEA in June with prices starting at EUR579 (approx. RM3,032.23)
- Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514:
- North America in August with prices starting at USD 749.99 (approx. RM3,548.42)
- EMEA in July with prices starting at EUR 679 (approx. RM3,538.92)
- Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (consumer model):
- North America in August with prices starting at USD 549.99 (approx. RM2,618.45)
- EMEA in July with prices starting at EUR679 (approx. RM3,538.92)
