Acer Expands Chromebook Plus Laptop Lineup

Acer has expanded its Chromebook Plus series with the introduction of the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (CB514-4H/T). This new model offers users a blend of performance, portability, and durability, empowering them to leverage the AI-powered features of ChromeOS to their fullest potential.

According to James Lin, General Manager of Notebooks at Acer Inc., the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (CB514-4H/T) meets the demand for a compact design, featuring a 14-inch Full HD display and performance-oriented technology. Lin emphasizes that in today’s fast-paced world, where productivity, connectivity, and empowerment are essential for students, businesses, families, and individuals alike, the Acer Chromebook Plus devices provide the ideal solution.

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 joins Acer’s lineup of Chromebook Plus laptops, enhancing the Chromebook experience with upgraded hardware designs, including improved displays and cameras. Paired with robust productivity, creativity, and multimedia features, this latest addition promises an elevated Chromebook experience for users across various domains.

Everything Needed to Do More with Chromebook Plus 

Like all Acer Chromebook Plus laptops, users have the power to do more with the new Chromebook Plus 514 (CB514-4H/T). Powered by an Intel® Core™ i3-N305 processor and an ample 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 provides 2x the speed, memory, and storage, giving responsive performance and efficient multitasking, whether running built-in AI-powered apps like Google Docs and Photos, watching favorite shows in full HD on a 1080p display, or movie-making with LumaFusion. Plus, the processor ensures all-day enjoyment with up to 11[1] hours of usage on the fast-charging battery[1].

The Chromebook’s 14-inch Full HD display features IPS technology, 300-nit brightness, and wide viewing angles, ensuring everything on it – from video and photos to images and text – is vibrant, crisp, and clear. The display is the perfect palette to take on AI-powered graphic design and photo editing tools, like Magic Eraser in the built-in Google Photos app as well as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Express powered by Adobe Firefly generative AI. Additionally, the Chromebook Plus 514’s display is available in touch- and non-touch models, with anti-glare coating, so it can be enjoyed in bright-light conditions. 

The Chromebook Plus 514 boasts a robust Wi-Fi 6E connection, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity for seamless communication. Equipped with advanced conferencing tools, staying in touch becomes both effortless and enjoyable. Its 1080p webcam incorporates Temporal Noise Reduction (TNR) for effective noise cancellation, along with AI-powered features that enhance clarity, lighting, and background blur. The webcam’s facial auto exposure adapts to varying lighting conditions, producing more flattering images, while its Blue Glass lens ensures high-quality visuals even in low-light environments. For privacy, users can physically close the webcam shutter or mute the dual microphones and disable the camera with a single click. Additionally, the Chromebook Plus 514 features dual upward-firing speakers with DTS® Audio, delivering exceptional sound quality.

Offered in configurations with up to 512 GB of storage, this new line ensures users have ample space to store important files locally. Moreover, File Sync on Chromebook Plus enables continuous access to Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, whether online or offline, ensuring productivity even when users are away from an internet connection.

Portable and Durable Design for Connectivity, Sustainability 

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 was designed to be portable yet durable, so users can experience its powerful performance on-the-go throughout their day. Weighing only 1.43 kg (3.15 lb) and measuring 20.5 mm (0.81 inches) thick, the new Chromebook is U.S. MIL-STD 810H compliant, making it ready to stand up to daily wear and tear. Also, it can be connected to the latest devices, either via Bluetooth™ 5.2  or through its wide port selection that includes dual USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports (one on each side) supporting USB Charging.

In line with Acer’s commitment to create a continuous positive impact on the environment, the new Acer Chromebook Plus 514 supports the company’s Earthion mission, boasting several EPEAT registrations as well as eco-friendly features such as the OceanGlass™ touchpad made of ocean-bound plastic waste. It contains recycled materials, sustainable packaging, and an energy-efficient design that meets Energy Star certification. 

Seamless Device Management for Schools

The new Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is available with Chrome Education Upgrade for seamless device management in schools. Chrome Education Upgrade helps administrators manage devices at scale to meet the needs of teachers and students. Educators and students can access loads of teaching and collaboration tools, like Screencast, Adobe Express, and File Sync to enable offline productivity. Equipped with powerful controls, administrators can maximize productivity, streamline device usage, and easily deploy security configurations to ensure the students and school remain safe from threats. Administrators can also leverage Chrome Education Upgrade’s functional features such as zero-touch enrollment and 24/7 Google support.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (CB514-4H/T) will be available in South Africa in May, starting at ZAR R9 999.99 ex vat. 

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region.