Acer has launched a new lineup of TravelMate business laptops designed to empower professionals with cutting-edge features. These features include built-in AI capabilities, robust security solutions, and efficient manageability for businesses. Let’s delve into what these new laptops offer.

The latest TravelMate laptops boast the newest processors with built-in Neural Processing Units (NPUs). This translates to improved performance, smoother multitasking, and access to unique AI-powered experiences.

For a glimpse into these AI features, all the new laptops come with Acer TravelMateSense, offering quick access to device management settings and customizations. Additionally, a new Acer Experience Zone provides a central hub for the devices’ AI functionalities. A dedicated hotkey simplifies access to Copilot, a Windows feature that provides suggestions and assistance with various tasks.

Security remains a top priority for business laptops, and these new TravelMates address this concern with advanced security features and simplified administration for IT departments.

Every model comes equipped with a discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, biometric security options, and a camera privacy shutter to safeguard sensitive data. Businesses can also leverage Acer’s suite of commercial management solutions to streamline device deployment, configuration, and updates.

TravelMate P6 14: Designed for Premium Experiences

The TravelMate P6 14 caters to business leaders and executives. Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel vPro Enterprise and built-in Intel Graphics, it unlocks a new level of performance, efficiency, and AI experiences.

This Intel Evo edition laptop boasts up to 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory and up to 1 TB of M.2 PCIe SSD for long battery life and swift responsiveness, even while handling demanding tasks.

Visuals are a treat on the stunning 14-inch WQXGA+ OLED (2880 x 1800) touchscreen display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and narrow bezels. 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut support and VESA HDR TrueBlack 500 certification guarantee exceptional colour accuracy and motion clarity.

Staying connected is seamless with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth® 5.3, and a comprehensive selection of ports, including Thunderbolt 4™.

TravelMate P4 Series: Tailored for Everyday Business Needs

The TravelMate P4 Series encompasses a versatile range of thin-and-light laptops, including a 14-inch convertible, a 14-inch clamshell, and a 16-inch clamshell model. Each laptop is equipped with the latest features to enhance productivity and manageability for professionals and IT personnel.

The 2-in-1 TravelMate P4 Spin 14 offers maximum flexibility, allowing users to effortlessly switch between different tasks and modes. Weighing just 1.49 kg and measuring 21.9 mm thin, it prioritizes portability. An Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with built-in Intel Graphics and Intel vPro Enterprise eligibility ensures smooth performance. The 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) touchscreen display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and narrow bezels delivers a captivating visual experience, further enhanced by DTS immersive audio. For on-the-go professionals, Wi-Fi 6E and optional 4G LTE connectivity keep them connected.

The 16-inch TravelMate P4 16 prioritizes power for users running demanding applications. The latest Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel vPro Enterprise, Intel Unison, fast dual-channel DDR5 memory of up to 64 GB, and up to 1 TB of PCIe SSD storage provide a robust foundation for productivity. The WUXGA (1920×1200) display with narrow bezels and Acer TrueHarmony technology ensures excellent visuals and immersive audio. A comprehensive selection of ports ensures seamless connectivity.

The AMD-powered TravelMate P4 14 leverages the latest AMD Ryzen PRO 8040 Series processors with AMD Ryzen AI, offering exceptional performance for collaboration, content creation, and everyday productivity tasks. With up to 64 GB of DDR5 memory, up to 1 TB of PCIe Gen4 storage, and cutting-edge enterprise security features, this laptop caters to demanding users.

Durable with AI Features

All TravelMate P4 Series devices are engineered to withstand the rigours of everyday use. Their military-grade durability certification ensures they can handle bumps and knocks without compromising performance. Acer Dust Defender technology helps minimize dust buildup internally, a common cause of performance slowdowns. Security features extend beyond hardware, with all devices equipped with discrete TPM 2.0, privacy shutters, fingerprint readers for secure logins, and an optional Smartcard reader for the TravelMate P4 models.

Each TravelMate laptop is equipped with new AI features designed to streamline collaboration and creative workflows. These features are conveniently located within the Acer Experience Zone on the TravelMateSense application.

Creative professionals will appreciate Acer LiveArt, which allows for instant background removal from images with people, animals, and objects, and can even generate depth maps on 2D images. Additionally, GIMP with the Intel Stable Diffusion plugin empowers users to create illustrations and images with just a few clicks and simple text input.

For flawless video conferencing and live streaming experiences, these TravelMates come pre-loaded with Acer PurifiedView 2.0. This software utilizes the NPU to offload AI-powered applications, optimizing power consumption and enabling features like Background Blur, Automatic Framing, and Eye Contact to project a professional image. Acer PurifiedVoice with AI Noise Reduction actively suppresses background noise for crystal-clear audio.

Pre-installed Business Support Solutions

Acer equips these laptops with a suite of commercial solutions to streamline business operations and safeguard data. The new TravelMateSense software allows users to optimize, customize, and access support systems with a single click. This application offers functionalities tailored to different work scenarios like meetings, travel, and focused work, with the ability for further customization based on individual preferences. “Secure Guard” provides a robust set of security features, including USB Device Filter, Personal Secure Drive, File Secure, and Dynamic Lock to protect TravelMate devices from potential threats. The “Checkup” feature allows users to monitor the health of vital device components like storage, RAM, and battery, even offering guidance on battery calibration for optimal performance. TravelMateSense also provides convenient access to system configurations, performance and charging modes, screen settings, and the DustDefender function, along with a real-time status report on the overall health of the TravelMate devices.

For organizations lacking dedicated IT staff, Acer Office Manager simplifies data collection, resource management, and IT asset monitoring from a central location. Data security is further bolstered by Acer ProShield Plus, integrating multiple security and management features into a single, user-friendly console.

Pricing & Availability

The new Acer TravelMate laptops will be available in various configurations and colour options (where applicable). Here’s a quick breakdown of starting prices in USD (US Dollar) and their estimated conversions to Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) based on today’s exchange rate (1 USD = 4.02 MYR):

• Acer TravelMate P6 14: Starting at USD$1,429.99 (Approx. MYR 5,767.78)/EUR1,359 (Approx. RM5,472.18). Availability will begin in July 2024 in North America; the EMEA region in Q3 2024.
• Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14: Starting at USD$1,329.99 (Approx. RM5,361.38)/EUR1,019 (Approx. RM4,103.78). Availability will begin in July 2024 in North America; the EMEA region in Q3 2024.
• Acer TravelMate P4 16: Starting at USD$1,229 (Approx. RM4,947.78)/EUR959 (Approx. MYR 3,853.18). Availability will begin in July 2024 in North America; the EMEA region in Q3 2024.
• Acer TravelMate P4 14: Starting at EUR949 (Approx. RM3,811.78). Availability will begin in the EMEA region in Q3 2024.