Tag: Acer India

  • Acer races into quick commerce with gadgets that click in minutes

    Acer races into quick commerce with gadgets that click in minutes

    MUMBAI: Why wait for tomorrow when your tablet could arrive before tea? Acer India is flipping the script on traditional tech retail by diving headfirst into quick commerce, ensuring its gadgets get to you faster than ever before. With a strategic push into lightning-speed delivery, the brand has teamed up with leading platforms to offer select accessories, monitors, and tablets right to your doorstep often within minutes.

    Whether you’re an office warrior needing a monitor in a pinch or a student hunting for last-minute learning tools, Acer’s new initiative has your back and your gadgets in record time.

    Acer India chief business officer Sudhir Goel said, “At Acer, innovation isn’t limited to our devices, it’s reflected in the way we serve our customers. Our foray into quick commerce eliminates waiting times and delivers essential tech solutions right when people need them. Whether it’s for work, learning, or leisure, Acer’s premium technology is now just minutes away.”

    This shift mirrors India’s surging demand for instant gratification and convenience. In a world where attention spans are shorter than charging cables and work-from-anywhere is the new norm, Acer’s pivot to on-demand delivery aims to marry convenience with quality.

    By reimagining how tech meets its users, Acer is not just selling products, it’s setting a new benchmark in convenience-led retail. From living rooms to lecture halls, your next tech upgrade might just arrive before your coffee cools.

  • Acer launches its first AI ready laptop Swift Go 14

    Acer launches its first AI ready laptop Swift Go 14

    Mumbai: Acer has unveiled its first AI-ready laptop, the Swift Go 14, in India, showcasing a dedication to cutting-edge technology. The new Swift Go 14 comes with AI features powered by the new Intel® Core™ ultra-processors and Intel AI boost with power-efficient AI acceleration coupled with Intel Arc™ GPU, complementing features such as Acer AlterView, Acer AI Zone, Microsoft Co-pilot in Windows, Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0’s noise reduction, and Acer PurifiedView™ video enhancement technology. The laptop features a 16:10 14” IPS touch display showcasing stunning visual brilliance with super slim bezels, delivering vibrant colour accuracy, deep blacks, and ultra-crisp image quality.

    Powered by the latest Intel core ultra 5 & 7 processor, the Acer Swift Go 14 excels not only in AI capabilities but also stands out as a powerhouse. It introduces applied AI features like Acer QuickPanel, streamlining adjustments for PurifiedView™ and PurifiedVoice™ AI effects during e-meetings. With automatic launch alongside the camera, it provides quick settings, while users can customise preferences within the app. LifeConnect efficiently manages Wifi resources, and the generative AI features, coupled with GIMP free & open-source raster graphics editor, enable seamless integration with the Intel stable diffusion plugin for effortless generation of art, illustrations, and images using simple text input. Acer LiveArt, part of Acer AI Zone, allows instant background removal, enhancing creative flexibility. Within the AI landscape, the Swift Go features alter view, generating depth maps for 2D images, enabling users to personalise live wallpapers with an engaging dynamic parallax effect.

    Additionally, the laptop includes an AI Assistant feature, and AcerSense™ utility app, ensuring effortless navigation and maintenance. Acer AI Zone within AcerSense™ offers AI features, enriching the exploration of innovative productivity and creativity experiences. The Co-pilot feature in Windows 11 further provides intelligent assistance and skill enhancement through AI. The Acer Swift Go 14 marks a leap forward in AI-infused computing experiences, offering a comprehensive suite of features for enhanced productivity and creativity.

    At the launch, Acer India chief business officer Sudhir Goel said, “We are thrilled to introduce the Swift Go 14, our first AI-ready laptop. With the integration of the next-generation Intel® Ultra processor and Intel® Arc™ graphics, the Swift Go 14 gives users the hardware capability to handle demanding AI tasks effortlessly. It showcases our unwavering commitment to delivering a computing experience that seamlessly combines advanced AI technology with exceptional performance. We look forward to introducing more laptops with AI features in the future.”

    The latest Swift Go 14 delivers an impressive 47 per cent performance boost, making it exceptionally efficient for multitasking and demanding tasks. It seamlessly integrates with smartphones and tablets, marking a new era of AI-driven experiences. Additionally, it features the Intel® Killer™ Intelligence center, empowering users to customize quick settings, receive system improvement recommendations, and effortlessly switch between multimedia and creator modes. Emphasising user customisation, it includes the Intel Killer Prioritisation Engine and Intel Killer Intelligence Engine, enabling users to personalize network settings for an enhanced overall experience. Ensuring seamless device integration, Intel® Unison™ provides a unified experience. With a 1440p QHD webcam and up to 100W quick charge capability via the USB-C port, the Swift Go 14 embodies Acer’s commitment to delivering not just a laptop but a comprehensive AI-driven computing experience.

    Price and Availability –

    The all-new Swift Go 14 is priced at Rs 84,999 and is now available exclusively on Flipkart.

  • Acer’s Republic Day Sale: Elevate your celebrations with exclusive deals & offers

    Acer’s Republic Day Sale: Elevate your celebrations with exclusive deals & offers

    Mumbai: Acer India, a PC brand is thrilled to announce its exclusive Acer Republic Day Sale starting from 19 to January 26, 2024. During the sale, shoppers can anticipate a diverse array of appealing deals and offers. As the nation gears up to celebrate its 75 Republic Day on January 26, the excitement goes beyond the iconic Republic Day parade. Building up to this significant day, Acer India has officially unveiled the schedule for its eagerly anticipated Republic Day sale.

    Celebrate the Republic season with an extra layer of joy with huge discounts and free accessories, free extended warranties, and Easy No-Cost EMI.  For students, there is a special 7 per cent discount on purchases. The deals extend to gaming, non-gaming & business laptops & monitors. All the offers and deals are available only for purchases at Acer online store & exclusive stores.

    Best deals on products during the Republic Day Sale 2024

    Predator Helios & Nitro Series

    With the Predator Helios & Nitro series enjoy an extended free 2-year warranty along with exclusive gaming accessories or opt for a 7 per cent student discount and No Cost EMI. Elevate your gaming setup without compromising on performance or your budget.

    Aspire 5 Gaming

    Avail of a free 2-year warranty, paired with gaming accessories, or embrace a 7 per cent student discount coupled and No-cost EMI. Get ready to embark on your gaming journey with unbeatable deals on power-packed performance.

    Acer TravelMate Series

    Make the most of the Republic Day Sale on the Acer TravelMate Series and enjoy a free 3-year warranty, inclusive of enticing accessories, and discounts of up to 7,000. Secure your professional mobility needs with this exclusive offer, ensuring reliability and savings.

    Acer Monitors

    Acer Monitors are available at their best prices with discounts of up to per cent. Grab additional savings with up to 2,000 off, making this the perfect time to enhance your workspace or gaming setup with top-notch display technology.

    Aspire & Extensa series

    Seize the Republic Day Sale discounts on Aspire & Extensa series laptops. Benefit from a free 3-year warranty and choose between complimentary accessories or a 7 per cent student discount and No-cost EMI. Strike the perfect balance between performance and affordability while maximizing savings.

    Aspire 7 Gaming

    On Aspire 7 gaming you can avail of a free 2 year warranty, and exclusive gaming accessories, or opt for a 7 per cent student discount. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in high-performance gaming without compromising on your budget.

    here to visit Acer Online Store and find your nearest Acer Exclusive Store here and immerse yourself in the joy of cutting-edge technology and be part of the Acer Republic Day Sale.

  • Acer India signs Sunil Chhetri as brand ambassador for the festive season

    Acer India signs Sunil Chhetri as brand ambassador for the festive season

    Mumbai: Acer India has introduced Sunil Chhetri, the renowned Indian football icon and captain of the Indian National Football Team and Bengaluru FC, as its brand ambassador. This partnership reflects Acer’s commitment to infusing youthful energy into the brand and inspiring individuals.

    Sunil Chhetri’s exceptional leadership and dedication to football align with Acer’s core values of perseverance and dependability. He will represent Acer’s products in upcoming media campaigns. This collaboration underscores Acer’s dedication to promoting awareness of India’s digital transformation, marked by innovation and trustworthiness.

    Sunil Chhetri, captain of the Indian football team and Bengaluru FC, said, “I am happy to be associated with Acer, a brand that’s pushing boundaries with innovation and technology. They’re all about inspiring young India, and it’s an effort that resonates with me.”

    Acer India, chief business officer Sudhir Goel echoed Chhetri’s sentiments, said “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Sunil Chhetri, a true sports icon and humanitarian whose remarkable achievements both on and off the field have left an indelible mark. Sunil Chhetri’s commitment to empowering youth and exceptional contributions align seamlessly with Acer India’s mission of using technology to empower individuals.”

    Sooraj Balakrishnan, Head of Marketing, Acer India, said, “Sunil Chhetri is not just a football icon; he symbolises determination and leadership, qualities that perfectly align with Acer’s principles. We take great pride in having him as our brand ambassador, and we believe that his influence will help us connect with India’s youth, showcasing the reliability and innovation that Acer embodies. Together, we eagerly anticipate inspiring and nurturing the aspirations of India’s younger generation.”

    The partnership features a range of exciting initiatives, campaigns, and engagements. Acer is committed to using this collaboration to connect with young people, foster a culture of innovation, and encourage them to embrace technology as a tool for achieving their dreams.

     

  • Acer India signs Sonu Sood as brand ambassador

    Acer India signs Sonu Sood as brand ambassador

    NEW DELHI: Acer India, the PC brand, has roped in Bollywood actor Sonu Sood as its brand ambassador. The actor will be seen endorsing the brand's innovative range of products across media platforms for campaign to talk about Acer’s commitment to improving people’s lives through technology. This association will help Acer India drive awareness of leading India’s next-generation digital evolution through its cutting-edge innovation and products which are strong and dependable just like what Sonu has represented during the pandemic crisis.

    Acer India president and MD Harish Kohli said, “We are pleased to welcome Sonu Sood as our brand ambassador in India. As the brand grows to the next level, we aim to strengthen the relationship with our community in a meaningful way. Our association with Sonu Sood will further reinforce this bond and give our consumers a greater sense of objective on trust, strength, and dependability.  We envisage this association will spur demand and excite our consumers.”

    Acer India chief business officer Sudhir Goel said, "We are delighted to announce our partnership with such a talented actor and humanitarian who has shown his mettle in reel life and in real life through his selfless work during the pandemic. Sonu Sood’s persona and his contribution to empowering people resonates with Acer India’s brand mantra of empowering people through technology.”

    Sonu Sood said, "I am excited to represent one of the most innovative technology brand in India. Acer is a truly disruptive technology company known for its range of premium quality dependable laptops, PCs, monitors, projectors and IoT led devices. The company has been committed to improving people’s lives through technology over the last 21 years in India & it’s a proud moment for me to be part of Acer’s journey."                                               

    Acer is aiming to play a key role in the digital transformation in the country and make a difference in our consumers’ lives using technology which are which are at the cutting edge of design, innovation and use while being one of the most trusted and dependable. 

  • Sudhir Goel appointed as Acer India CBO

    Sudhir Goel appointed as Acer India CBO

    MUMBAI: Acer India, the global PC brand, has appointed Sudhir Goel as its chief business officer. Goel has been associated with Acer India since 1999 handling various leadership roles spanning product engineering, manufacturing, support, supply chain and recently as the head of commercial business group. In his new role as CBO, Goel will be responsible for leading both the commercial and consumer business of the company in India and Bangladesh.

    With over 35 years of experience, Goel brings in a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role in Acer India. He was instrumental in establishing Acer India’s manufacturing facility at Pondicherry. He later took on the portfolio of chief supply chain officer, handling complete supply chain – operations, procurement, material planning and manufacturing functions. In addition, he assisted sales and marketing in strategic calls on all large deals. Before this role, he was responsible for Acer India’s commercial business group handling PnL, product strategy, alliance relationships and establishing a leadership position in multiple categories. He was also in charge of the company’s product solution development in Asia Pacific countries.

    Acer India president and MD Harish Kohli said, “Under the leadership of Sudhir Goel, Acer India has successfully excelled in an intensely competitive environment and gained substantial impetus in Indian commercial PC market. Sudhir brings in excellent prerequisites to navigate Acer India in a challenging business situation and we are confident that his strategic thinking, experience, and ability to drive people will navigate the organisation to even greater success in the future.” 

    Sudhir Goel said, “I am honored to be appointed Chief Business Officer and excited to lead Acer's Commercial and Consumer business with support from our executive leadership team, as our company shapes the future of our industry. And now with the new normal where we are seeing a paradigm shift in consumer behaviour, it is times like these when being effective, innovative and intuitive really makes a difference and I am looking forward to successfully lead both the business groups."

    Before joining Acer India, Goel started his career in 1985 with DCM Data Products as a Design Engineer and later joined Compaq as national tech support manager for two years. He has done his engineering degree from BITS Pilani and did his MBA from Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University. He is fond of reading both fiction and non-fiction and loves to watch movies in his spare time.

  • Acer India to commence low key campaign for Iconia W4

    Acer India to commence low key campaign for Iconia W4

    BENGALURU: Acer India will commence a below the line (BTL) campaign along with print campaign for its new Iconia W4 tablet that was launched on 19 December in Bengaluru. Madison handles the media buying for Acer India.

    “By the end of this weekend, our BTL campaign with some print will commence. We are looking at the possibility of our brand ambassador in India – Hrithik Roshan featuring in some of our communications,” said Acer India chief marketing officer Rajendran.

     “Over the next three months we will be spending about $250,000 on the W4 campaign in India,” he further added.

    Featuring IPS and zero air gap technologies that provide a sharp display with enhanced clarity and brightness, the Iconia W4 is also equipped with Windows 8.1 and the 4th Generation Intel Atom Quad Core processor that offers faster tablet performance as well as battery life up to 10 hours for web browsing and up to eight hours for video playback.

    “Modern consumers want an all-pervasive computing experience, one that is high on speed and performance as well, taking care of their mobile demands. Addressing the consumer desire for portable computing, Acer has launched a host of computing devices in flexible form factors including convertibles, all-in-ones, and tablet PCs. As a part of our focused efforts to offer industry-changing experience and newer form factors, we bring to you our latest tablet, the Iconia W4. The ultimate on-the-go entertainment hub, the Iconia W4 will appeal to a cross section of users from busy professionals to ultra-mobile youngsters”, asserted Acer India Managing Director Harish Kohli.

    Targeted at active and professional users, the ICONIA W4 seamlessly weaves portable computing and entertainment. The company has set a modest target of 3000 units during the quarter. Company sources reveal that a 3G SIM version of the Iconia W4 is likely to be released sometime in February 2014.

  • ACER REACHES OUT TO YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS THROUGH THE PITCH SHOW

    ACER REACHES OUT TO YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS THROUGH THE PITCH SHOW

    India is a young country brimming with innovative ideas, with 65 percent of its present population under 35 years of age. Aiming to connect with young minds across the country and helping them realize their true potential, Acer India has partnered with Bloomberg TV India in the show ‘The Pitch’. A one-of-its-kind show, The Pitch invites India’s best entrepreneurs to a contest of skills and business plans.

     

    “India is set to become the youngest country in the world by 2020. Given the increasing significance and visible impact of entrepreneurship, these young entrepreneurs need to be nurtured well. We have always reached to the country’s youth, enabling them with cutting-edge technology. With our association with the Pitch show, we aim to take our youth-connect to another level and encourage young talent in India”, said Mr. S. Rajendran, Chief Marketing Officer, Acer India.

     

    The Friday, 18th October episode of The Pitch show will feature contenders creating innovative television commercials for the top-of-the-line Acer S7 Ultrabook. Every week viewers stand a chance to win an Acer Iconia B1 tablet by answering two simple contest questions. The grand finale of the contest will witness one lucky viewer taking home an Aspire S3 Ultrabook by successfully guessing the final winner of the show.

     

    Ms. Amrit Rai, Business Head – Bloomberg TV India said “As a premier business news channel of India, we believe that we need to deliver more than just stock and trade news. Through ‘The Pitch’ Bloomberg TV India continues to strengthen its commitment to make a difference to viewers’ lives. We have always encouraged the spirit of entrepreneurship in the country. There is no dearth of ideas but the buck always stops at the funds and through this show the winner not only gets the funds but also a direction for his/her idea .With the aim of promoting spirit of entrepreneurship, we are glad to have a global powerhouse like Acer associate with us for this Endeavour.”