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- The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 builds on Acer’s Earthion mission and embraces the spirit of sustainability that leverages recycled and recyclable materials, packaging mostly made from recycled paper, and supports easier upgrades, repairs and recycling.
- For each unit sold Acer UK will plant 100 trees with Ecologi.
- Delivers first-rate performance powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and features a 14-inch Full HD touchscreen display with 100% sRGB colour range and 300 nits brightness.
- Available from Argos , Amazon , Currys and John Lewis from £599.
Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is the first Chromebook in its line of eco-conscious Vero devices that reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability by offering customers more options that allow them to reduce their ecological footprint. The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 (CBV514-1H/T) features a thoughtful design that takes the entire product lifespan into consideration, since it is easy to upgrade, repair, disassemble and recycle. It also uses recycled materials in most areas of the product including 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in the chassis and 50% PCR plastic in the keycaps, 100% ocean-bound plastics on the touchpad surface and 90% recycled paper packaging.
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
It has been especially designed for an extended product lifespan to minimize environmental impact. Repairs and upgrades to the memory and storage are now simplified with the use of standard screws on the bottom cover. The unique exterior features a paint-free chassis with a cobblestone gray finish and a display panel which is 99% recyclable
Acer Chromebook Vero 514 Delivers Strong Performance
Thanks to ChromeOS, the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 comes with the best of Google built in, plus a world of apps from Google Play, like Netflix and Adobe Lightroom.¹ Built-in virus protection automatically defends the Chromebook Vero 514 from malware - so you can focus on what you need to do, and don’t have to worry about installing third-party antivirus software. The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 boots up in seconds, so it’s ready when you are. And since automatic updates² run in the background, you get the latest software without being interrupted.
Powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and featuring Intel® Iris® Xe graphics[[i]], the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 tackles collaboration, productivity and entertainment needs. The fast-charging battery keeps customers powered longer throughout the day as the Chromebook can charge up to 50% of its 10-hour battery life[ii] in just 30 minutes.
Recyclable Packaging Further Reduces Environmental Impact
The packaging uses recyclable material to help minimize environmental waste. The box is made from 90% recycled paper, while the notebook bag and keyboard sheet are made from 100% recycled plastic. Once the Chromebook is set up for use, the device’s inner packaging can be transformed into a multi-purpose triangular laptop stand or be used for other household or office functions[[iii]].
100 trees planted for each device.
Customers will be able to register to plant 100 trees to carbon offset the manufacture and shipping of the device by registering their devices via this website.
Acer UK has partnered with Ecologi to plant trees across their many different projects, including reforestation planting in the UK and preserving Amazonian Rainforests in Brazil.
So far Acer UK have planted over 70k trees as part of the Chromebook Vero campaign.
2nd Life for Your Old Device.
Something Acer UK recognizes if the responsibility of what happens to the tech after customers are finished with them or upgrade to a new product as e-waste is at an all-time high in the UK up by 21% ( [iv])
Partnering up with Computers4Charity, customers can donate old, used, working or broken laptops or devices to be collected, safely data wiped and sent to someone who really needs it.
The products are taken to a completely secure facility where each device will be given a second life through refurbishment, saving the planet from 30kg of CO2 emissions*.
Computers4Charity is a purely charitable non-profit company providing previously unemployed young people with jobs and training under the government’s “Kick Start” scheme and create social value from the refurbishing process.
The devices are given to young carers, homeless youth, hospices, charity volunteers, unemployed veterans and UK charities supporting schools in Africa.
Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.
About Acer
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[i] Specifications may vary depending on the model and region. All models subject to availability.
[ii] Battery life may vary depending on model and configuration. Based on Google power_LoadTest. (http://www.chromium.org/chromium-os/testing/power-testing). Actual battery life varies by model, configuration (including storage capacity, RAM capacity, processor in use, display type and resolution, etc.), applications, power management settings, operating conditions, and utilized features.
[iii] Suggested for static use (such as video conferencing, viewing videos, etc.).
[iv] According to the UN’s global e-waste monitor report
Disclaimers:
1. Some apps may require installation and additional charges. Subscription may be required.
2. Chromebooks automatically update in the background, so that your device gets the latest software and security features without interrupting you. See how long a device is eligible for updates at g.co/chromeosupdates/en/.
Contact Details
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+44 7458 302094
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