Acer introduces two Chromebooks for school use. Pricing and Specifications

Acer today announced new 11-inch Chromebook devices with features designed to facilitate the digitalization of schools: Military Stability Standards allow parents to trust devices to be reliable, Zero-touch registration allows remote management, and students to experience the intuitive response of the Chrome operating system

Acer Chromebook 511

The Acer Chromebook 511 (C741L) is an 11.6-inch notebook that simplifies the process of creating a digital learning environment that has many features that benefit students who use the devices and the school managers who manage them.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 7C computing operating system allows up to 20 hours of battery life, providing efficient performance tailored to students’ learning needs. Using the Snapdragon 7C, the Acer Chromebook 511 provides 4G LTE connectivity to protect user data security and provide quick and reliable access to cloud learning applications – allowing students to take classes with them and learn from anywhere. Weighing in at just 1.3kg, the Acer Chromebook 511 is large enough to carry between classes for students of all ages.

Equipped with a tested and impact-resistant MIL-STD 810H chassis, the Acer Chromebook 511 features extended brackets and reinforced I / O ports to withstand tough handling, while a built-in keyboard drain system helps protect the device’s internal components from accidental fluid leakage.

With Zero-Touch registration, the IT departments can provide both Acer Chromebook 511 and Acer Chromebook 311, which will be automatically added to the school administration as soon as the end user is connected to the Internet.

Acer Chromebook 311

The Acer Chromebook 311 (C722) is a reliable device designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, equipped with the MediaTek MT8183 processor and designed in a range of life and safety standards. By MIL-STD 810H standard, the device can drop up to 122 cm and weigh up to 60 kg with shock-absorbing protections and advanced internal design.

Special attention was paid to the keyboard, which is a vulnerable area to wear frequently. It can withstand leaks of 330 ml of water or other liquids, and the keys are mechanically assembled for extra protection against removal.

Acer has developed the Chromebook 311 (and Acer Chromebook 511) according to several security standards. Plastic safety components have been tested and certified to ASTM F963-16 toy protection standards, and this device also meets the UL / IEC 60950-1 standard, which covers all details from chemical protection of materials to sharp edges. Chromebook 311 is safe and suitable for use by younger children.

The battery life of the Acer Chromebook 311 is up to 20 hours, so it can last a whole day at school, but also at home and with homework. Features that enhance integrated learning include touch screen, HDR webcam with a wide view of online courses and all the benefits of the Chrome operating system: faster start-up time, easier interface to use, built-in malware protection, access to millions of Android applications via Google Play, and more Many.

Application support

The new Acer Chromebook 511 and Acer Chromebook 311 allow you to install apps on Google Play and the web, so that users can access all their favorite apps for productivity, creativity, service and more.

Prices and availability

The Acer Chromebook 511 (C741L) will be available on EMEA in March, starting at 9 399.

The Acer Chromebook 311 (C722) will be available in EMEA starting March at 269.