Acer’s Vero products have become the cornerstone of their commercial efforts to deliver a more sustainable choice to consumers. These products have changed the expectations that we have when it comes to laptops being sustainable and eco-friendly. The same lineup is getting expanded with a larger laptop refresh and a new projector.
Acer Aspire Vero 15 Laptop – Better Specs, Greener Tech
Acer’s Vero pioneer – the Apsire Vero Laptop – is getting a much-needed refresh. The new Aspire Vero 15 laptop comes equipped with better, more competitive specifications and uses updated fabrication and creation that makes it greener and more efficient than before.
Like its predecessor, the Aspire Vero 15 Laptop is an Intel Evo laptop which promises good performance and long-lasting battery life. Equipped with Intel’s 13th-generation processors, the laptop is more efficient and packs more power. It comes with Intel Iris Xe graphics. It’s even got more power offerings coming with up to the Intel Core i7. The processor is complemented with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 2 M.2 ports that support up to 1TB of storage. It’s also coming with a complete array of I/O ports. This includes Thunderbolt 4 USB-Type C which supports connectivity with 4K displays, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A, HDMI 2.1, an audio combo jack and DC-in. It’s completed with a 1440p QHD camera with Acer’s PurifiedView and PurifiedVoice AI noise reduction technology and a FullHD 15.6-inch display.
The advancements that the laptop brings aren’t about the specifications though. It’s all about the materials and processes that are used in making it. The Aspire Vero 15 Laptop incorporates more post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics than its predecessor with a process that emits 30% less carbon. The new laptop now uses 40% PCR plastics in its chassis – a 10% increase over the previous Vero laptop. In addition, the keycaps and adapter casing are using PCR materials making up a whopping 50% of their build. The new fabrication process also uses less volatile organic compounds and results in a sturdier, stronger chassis.
Acer also continues to include its VeroSense software suite which allows users to have more control over their own carbon footprint. Using the app, users will be able to control power efficiency with preset or customised profiles when they are plugged in and on the go.
Acer Vero Smart Projector – Projecting more Sustainably
Acer is no stranger when it comes to projectors. Having already created an extensive portfolio which includes its Predator Gaming projectors, it was only a matter of time before they incorporated Vero technology and optimisations into their projectors.
The new Acer Vero PL3510ATV Projector is one of the most power-efficient projectors in their lineup. It comes with a Full HD resolution and dynamic 4,8000 ANSOI lumens laser diode with a 50,000:1 contrast ratio. With this laser projection technology, the projector is built for projection in bright indoor and outdoor environments. The laser phosphor illumination technology creates rich, colour-accurate projections with less lighting decay and even consumes 48% less energy compared to traditional projectors. It’s even equipped with a 10W speaker.
The Vero Projector isn’t just about power efficiency, it comes with features that allow it dynamically adjust its display keystone. This ensures that the edges of your projection are always aligned and not distorted. It also supports 24/7 continuous projection. It even comes with a dongle that supports Android TV and Chromecast projection.
Pricing & Availability
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (AV15-53P) will be available starting in May while the Acer Vero Projector will be available starting in September.
Detailed availability and pricing are as follows:
| Item | Region | Availability | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acer Aspire Vero 15 (AV15-53P) | North America | June 2023 | USD$699.99 |
| Acer Aspire Vero 15 (AV15-53P) | EMEA | May 2023 | EUR899.00 |
| Acer Aspire Vero 15 (AV15-53P) | China | May 2023 | RMB4,499.00 |
| Acer Vero PL3510ATV projector | EMEA | September 2023 | EUR1,399.00 |
