Acer Switch 12 S is the new flexible 2-in-1 is a brand new premium notebook from the Taiwanese maker. The Switch 12 S is powered by 6th generation Intel Core M chip and can be configured to have a 4K (3840×2160) or Full HD (1920×1080)1 12.5″ display. Acer has implemented new ExoAmp WiFi antenna and new Snap Hinge Gold features in Switch 12 S. Switch 12 S can be used in notebook, tablet, display and tent mode (similar to all other convertible notebooks). At launch, Switch 12 S will be powered by Windows 10 operating system. Aspire Switch 12 S will be available in February in North American for a starting price of $999, in Europe for €1,199 and in China for ¥6,999.
“The fusion of technology and design in the Acer Aspire Switch 12 S solidifies its spot at the pinnacle of our popular 2-in-1 line,” said Jerry Kao, President of Notebook Business Group, Acer Inc. “The Aspire Switch 12 S makes an immediate design statement; many of the features that give it its premium and modern look also incorporate advanced technologies that translate into profound improvements for everyday life.”
Key Specification
- Intel Core M 6th generation chip
- 4K or FullHD display options, Zero Air Gap and IPS panel
- 4GB to 8GB of RAM
- 128GB or 256GB of SSD storage
- Corning® Gorilla® Glass 4
- Intel RealSense Camera R200 (rear), HD front facing camera
- Thunderbolt™ 3 over USB C port
- 802.11 b/g/n/ac WiFi and 2×2 MU-MIMO
- SATA 6Gbps, USB 3.0
- Front-facing speakers with Acer TrueHarmony and Dolby® Audio™ Premium
- Tablet weight : 800 grams
“The Acer Aspire Switch 12 S is a great example of the innovation taking place in the growing 2 in 1 category. The 6th Generation Intel Core M processor enables a thin and light design with incredible performance and long battery life for ultra-mobility,” said Navin Shenoy, Corporate Vice President and General Manager, Mobility Client Platforms Group, Intel. “Additionally it features Thunderbolt 3, the fastest and most versatile connection to any dock, display, or data device, as well as a new Intel RealSense Camera for 3D scanning and enhanced video and photos to give people a state of the art computing experience at home or on the go.”
