Acer's Swift 5 Will Be One of the First Laptops With Intel's Fancy New Integrated XE Graphics

Last week, Intel’s chief performance strategist posted a clip of a laptop with Intel’s new integrated XE graphics running Battlefield 5 surprisingly smoothly, and today, Acer followed that up by announcing one of the first laptops to feature Intel’s new integrated graphics in an actual device.

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OnePlus affordable phone confirmed as CEO teases new strategy

OnePlus is launching a new range of smartphones, promising handsets that are more affordable and that will sit underneath their ongoing flagship phones. Long-rumored – and requested – from fans, the new OnePlus phones will be the handiwork of a new team, led by former product hardware development lead Paul Yu. Right now, specifics are in short supply. We don’t … Continue reading

2021 Jaguar I-PACE gains faster charging and an improved infotainment system

Jaguar has announced that it’s all-electric performance SUV known as the I-PACE has received some updates. One of the most critical of the updates is significantly faster-charging capability thanks to a three-phase AC home charging system. The Jaguar I-PACE now comes with an 11kW onboard charger as standard, allowing customers with three-phase electricity supplies to enjoy significantly faster charging. Jaguar … Continue reading

Acer Swift 5 refresh touts improved thermals, antimicrobial display

Among the slew of notebooks, tablets, and gaming machines Acer revealed today, the company also announced a Swift 5 refresh. Those who are familiar with the Swift line already know that the 2020 Swift 5 is going to be an ultrabook in pretty much every sense, with Acer specifically touting the notebook’s “ultrathin-and-light” design. Specifically, Acer says that the Swift … Continue reading

Acer ConceptD 2020 PCs include potent convertible for graphics pros

Acer has doubled-down on its ConceptD Series, its range of Windows PCs – along with peripherals – aiming to coax creatives away from their Mac obsession. The latest line-up includes a pair of notebooks, one convertible and the other a traditional clamshell, that straddle the line between portability and performance. Acer ConceptD 3 Ezel Flagship of the 2020 ConceptD line-up, … Continue reading

Acer Predator Helios 700 gives 2020 gaming laptops a beastly flagship

Acer has revamped its gaming notebooks, with a quartet of laptops packing Intel 10th Gen Core processors and up to 240 Hz displays. The new Predator Helios 700, Helios 300, Triton 300, and Nitro 7 run the gamut from starting at $2,400 down to under $1,000, with NVIDIA graphics running across the line. Acer Predator Helios 700 Top of the … Continue reading

Acer Enduro rugged notebooks and tablets report for work duty

Acer has added a new range of rugged notebooks and tablets to its line-up, with Enduro promising tougher construction for those who can’t coddle their computer. Four-strong at launch, the range included two toughened laptops and a pair of tablets, with features long-forgotten from most consumer hardware like easily swappable batteries. Acer Enduro N7 rugged notebook Protecting its 14-inch display … Continue reading

2020 Acer gaming desktops go from mid-range to ridiculous

Acer announced a bunch of new machines today, and among them were gaming desktop refreshes aplenty. Specifically, Acer announced new Predator Orion 3000 and Orion 9000 gaming desktops, along with a new desktop in the Nitro 50 line. Counted together, it seems these new desktops cover a fairly wide range of specifications. Acer Predator Orion 3000 Those looking for a … Continue reading

2020 Acer gaming accessories include monitors, mice, and an epic gaming chair

In addition to announcing a new lineup of gaming notebooks and desktops today, Acer also revealed a line of gaming accessories. Acer’s announcements include a grand total of five monitors, a new Cestus gaming mouse, and even a gaming chair. If you’re surprised to see Acer announce a gaming chair, it’s safe to say you definitely aren’t alone. Predator X25 … Continue reading

Acer Chromebook Spin 713 pairs Chrome OS with Project Athena

Acer has revealed its latest Chromebooks, with the Chromebook Spin 713 tapping Intel’s Project Athena for maximum performance from Google’s OS. Promising a premium twist on Chrome OS, the notebook pairs a tough reinforced aluminum chassis with a 360-degree hinge and 10th Gen Intel Core processors. Acer Chromebook Spin 713 With those CPUs, there’s up to 16GB of DDR memory … Continue reading