GrandPad, the Android tablet for seniors, getting a hardware refresh before April
Acer and grandPad revealed just ahead of CES 2017 that a second-generation model will arrive in the first quarter of 2017. GrandPad is a tablet for seniors.
Acer decides to pull out of India's smartphone market, at least for now
After six years in the Indian smartphone market, Acer announced it will halt sales in the country.
Acer Aspire C-Series offers a much more affordable Windows 10 all-in-one PC
Acer has announced another entry-level Windows 10 option, and this time it'sa very low-cost AIO desktop for the home that's aimed at casual gaming and media.
Acer injects its family of TravelMate P4 commercial laptops with two new models
On Wednesday, Acer introduced two new additions to its TravelMate P4 family of commercial laptops for business: the 14-inch P449 and the 15.6-inch P459.
Acer’s ultra-thin and ultra-portable Spin 7 and Spin 5 hit store shelves
Just in time for the holiday season, Acer announced this morning that the Acer Spin 7, the world’s thinnest 2-in-1 notebook has begun shipping.
IMAX Virtual Reality fund nabs a $10 million investment from Acer
Acer has invested $10 million into IMAX's Virtual Reality Fund in a bid to "support the development of high-quality and immersive VR content."
Acer’s new desktop monitor for designers can form daisy chain with identical models
Acer introduced the BEH270U 27-inch desktop monitor on Election Day packing the ability to daisy-chain with identical units via a single DisplayPort cable.
Acer may have an ace up its sleeve with its inexpensive Chromebook 15
Acer has released a refresh of its Chromebook 15 with enhanced battery life, with Walmart offering the new model today for $199.
Acer is shipping the 'world's thinnest' Swift 7 and budget Swift 3 notebooks
Acer's newest notebooks, the 'worlds-thinnest' Swift 7 and the more budget-oriented Swift 3 can be purchased at the Acer Store starting today.
Artificial intelligence will help you get snacks faster at Indiana Pacers games
Thanks to a new partnership with WaitTime, the Pacers are hoping to shorten the wait time for your burgers and beers by way of artificial intelligence.
A new research report shows consumers love their PCs despite the market doomsayers
The latest ACSI Household Appliance and Electronics Report shows that consumer satisfaction regarding PCs is on the rise. Apple's approval rating is up too.
Tease your cat from work with Acer’s new pet-tracking Pawbo Plus cam
Acer's new Wi-Fi pet tracker, the Pawbo Plus camera, ships later this year with a family of accessories like a flashlight, treat dispenser, and cat teaser.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket blows up on Florida launch pad
Also today: Samsung feels the burn as battery issues plague new phone, gamers better hit the gym if they want to carry around Acer's giant new laptop.
IMAX to use StarVR headsets for companion experiences at select locations
Acer and Starbreeze's StarVR headset is being sent out to new, with bespoke built IMAX locations to augmented the already impressive cinema offerings.
Acer Swift 7 vs. Apple Macbook Air: Another Windows PC swoops past the Air
Can Acer’s latest really contend with Apple’s legendary hardware design? Check out our detailed spec comparison for a closer look at the two machines.
Spec showdown: Acer's Spin 7 is the thinnest 2-in-1, but Lenovo's Yoga 910 is a powerhouse
Two 2-in-1 laptops were announced this week -- Lenovo's Yoga 910 and Acer's Spin 7. The latter is lighter and thinner, but is it actually better overall?
Hands on: Acer’s Predator 8 gaming tablet
Acer has turned its attention to mobile gaming with the announcement of the Predator 8 tablet, which comes with several cool features and a funky design. Can the performance live up to those sci-fi looks?
Hands on: Acer Switch Alpha 12
Acer’s new premium 2-in-1, the Switch Alpha 12, does everything a 2-in-1 should for way less than competition.
Acer Liquid Jade Primo will handle all of your Windows 10 Continuum needs
Acer has finally announced the Jade Primo, a phone it teased back in September. The big draw is the Windows 10 operating system and support for Continuum.
Two more Chromebooks have Google Play support thanks to an update in the developer channel
As promised, Google has unleashed an update in the developer channel enabling Google Play apps to run on the Chromebook Pixel 2015 and Acer Chromebook R11.
Acer's upcoming TravelMate X349 will include Trusted Platform Module for hardware encryption
Acer is teasing professionals with a taste of what the new TravelMate X3 business laptop line will bring this October, the first of which will be the X349.
'Brexit' might impact Samsung, LG, and Acer, and not in a good way
The British public has chosen to exit from the European Union, and the decision might negatively impact Samsung's, LG's, and Acer's business in the region.
Data breach at Acer’s US website exposes names, mailing addresses, and credit cards
Acer has suffered a data breach at its US e-commerce site with payment card numbers, expiry dates and CCV codes all possibly affected.
Remix OS gains momentum with devices from Jide and Acer
Chinese startup Jide will attempt to grow the user base of its Remix OS with new products and a partnership with a major manufacturer.
Next-generation ‘Big Wing’ Predator drone completes 37-hour test flight
The next generation Predator B "Big Wing" drone lives up to its name, successfully completing a challenging 37-hour long-endurance test flight.
Security researchers find several high-risk bloatware bugs on popular laptops
Researchers at Duo Labs found that bloatware pre-installed on laptops by HP, Dell, Lenovo, Asus, and Acer leave users vulnerable to hacking.
Acer details new products ahead of Computex 2016
With Computex 2016 just days away, Acer has detailed some of the its new products scheduled to be showcased at the expo.
Acer is coming to help make this amazing VR headset less virtual, and more reality
Acer is really keen to ensure it's not going to be left behind as the world starts to embrace virtual reality. It has signed a partnership with Starbreeze to help make its high-spec StarVR headset an actual reality.
Acer puts its bets on open-source VR, touts support for Razer’s OSVR in latest gaming PCs
Acer is embracing virtual reality by supporting the OSVR platform in new devices and computers. This is an open-source initiative backed by Intel and Razer.
Acer’s Liquid Zest Plus phablet has one of the biggest batteries we’ve ever seen
Acer has taken the wraps off of a new smartphone, the Liquid Zest Plus. The device features a 5.5-inch display, and one of the largest batteries we've seen.
Acer’s Xplova S5 biking computer records video when your heart starts racing
Acer announced an update to the Xplova biking computer, this version being called the Xplova S5 and featuring a built-in camera.
Acer’s Leap Fit always watches your heart rate, but not at the expense of battery life
Acer has launched the Leap Fit, a new smartband that has a continuously active heart rate monitor, but without compromising on battery life. It'll also make sure you keep active with reminders.
Chromebook for Work, liquid-cooled 2-in-1 steal the show at Acer’s New York PC refresh
Acer went all-in on the PC, refreshing its line-up. The new hardware includes the first Chromebook for Work and a fanless 2-in-1 with liquid cooling.
Acer’s latest 10-inch tablet wants to be a portable home theater
Acer's latest tablet is the Iconia Tab 10, a 10-inch machine that's made for watching movies, or connecting up to another display as a streaming entertainment hub. Here's what you need to know about it.
Acer goes all in on Skylake with latest expansion to computing line
Drawn in by Skylake's performance and efficiency, Acer has packed Sixth Generation Intel Chips into every computer they fit into, and then some.
Acer’s new liquid-cooled 2-in-1 leaked ahead of schedule, will include Intel RealSense camera
A set of images and specs of the unannounced Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 S have leaked, revealing a 12-inch tablet powered by 6th-gen Intel "Skylake" CPUs.
Acer offers LED-enhanced learning experience with new laptop
The TravelMate B117 sees Acer attempt to change the way students communicate with their teachers by replacing a raised hand with a single LED.
Acer's fortunes continue downturn, but the company has a radical plan to recover
Acer has had a rough time financially of late, however the company hopes to turn this around by splitting into two - its core business, and new business