Acer has officially unveiled the world’s first 15.6-inch Chromebook in the form of the aptly named Acer Chromebook 15.
With past Chromebooks having concentrated primarily on the 13-inch form factor, Acer’s new oversized offering marks a new era in the Google OS powered PC space – introducing 27 per cent more on-screen real estate.
Holding the mantle to a fleet of firsts, the Chromebook 15 is also Acer’s first Chromebook to come packing Intel’s latest 5th Generation Intel Core i3 processor.
“The Acer Chromebook 15 is a true powerhouse – it provides fast mobile performance and a large display to help customers accomplish more every day,” said John Miedema, Director of Product Marketing at Acer Europe.
He added: “Acer has been a leader in the Chromebook market, from providing the latest in technology and trailblazing battery life to designing new form factors.
Set to be offered in a number of configurations, the Chromebook 15 will be available with 2GB or 4GB of RAM and either a 16GB or 32GB SSD.
There will also be a pair of screen options, with a Full HD model available alongside a more affordable 1366 x 768 pixel.
Despite the laptop’s new size, added bulk isn’t an issue. The Chromebook 15 lines up at just 2.2kg in weight and 24.2 mm thick.
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Although an exact release date and pricing is still unclear for the Chromebook 15, Acer has confirmed further models are on their way this month.
As well as introducing a new line of 15.6-inch Chromebooks, Acer has updated its 13-inch offerings, bestowing some lines with touchscreen panels.
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