@AcerAfrica Launched #PredatorThronos Gaming Chair in #SouthAfrica #PredatorGaming

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• Announced this year at IFA to wide acclaim, Acer’s Predator Thronos gaming chair is now available to buy in countries worldwide
• The Predator Thronos 1.5 meter tall gaming chair has an ergonomic design, support for three 27-inch gaming monitors, and a steel structure design with looks that kill
• Acer announces a line-up of in-country media events to demonstrate the immersive experience offered by Predator Thronos and invites journalists to come and ‘feel’ the game

Acer Africa announced the worldwide availability of its newly launched and much-acclaimed gaming chair, The Predator Thronos. Acer is the only company to produce a gaming chair that has been engineered to work specifically with a set of components, including three 27” Predator display monitors, a customised Predator gaming PC and a range of premium gaming accessories, which deliver a fully immersive experience through sound, haptic feedback and vibrations that correspond with gameplay.

“Our Predator Thronos is a dream come true for every gamer;” said Belinda Marais, Marketing Manager at Acer. “The games’ sounds are transferred to the back of the player to immerse them deeper in play and haptic feedback is provided to the user through sound vibrations rumbling throughout the chair which allows gamers to really ‘feel’ the game.”

The Acer Predator Thronos Gaming Chair

The all-new Predator Thronos reimagines the gaming chair for a new level of gamer. Its steel structure is 1.5 meters tall and comes in menacing dual-tone black with white or blue accents. The chair immerses the gamer in the game through deep impact vibration, synced with in-game activity. The chair is adjustable and includes an ergonomic seat design, footrest, and a cabin that reclines up to 140 degrees. The overhead brace supports three 27-inch gaming monitors and a space for a Predator gaming PC. Integrated with a Predator PC and triple Predator monitors plus gadgets, the Thronos becomes more than a gaming chair— it becomes a fully immersive gaming experience. It’s handsomely designed to cocoon the user in a steel cave that contains game controls and displays in a chair that can rotate to the optimal “driving” position. With its three displays taking up most of a gamer’s field of view, the Predator Thronos immerses the user in their gaming world with dedicated controllers to adjust the seat’s position.

Acer has introduced a host of new products in its expanding Predator and Nitro gaming portfolio this year including four new gaming monitors and a complete set of gaming gadgets designed to bring games to life. In October, Acer refreshed Predator Orion 9000 and 5000 gaming desktops powered by Intel 9th Gen Core Intel processors and top of the line NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti GPUs.

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Acer Predator Thronos Specifications

Cabin dimensions: 153.8 x 100 x 158

Colors: Dual Tone Black with Blue or White Accent

Weight: Cabin bottom weight 40kg

Cabin and seat weight 140kg

Total cabin and chair weight: 180kg

Voltage: 220 v-240v or 110v

Wattage: 180w

Pricing and Availability

The Thronos is available through special order from www.shopacer.co.za and pricing is dependent on product specification and requirements. 

This Gaming Chair is something you will always want/desire/wish to install in your house and if you have the money and passion to buy it - Go For It! There are so many features built into the overall package which are amazing - from the inclined seat to auto fold to leg rest to massaging your back, this Thronos has everything! Definitely a worth buy!

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@Acer Thrills with Immersive #Gaming Experiences #Computex2018 in Taipei @Computex_Taipei

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Acer is providing visitors with an immersive gaming experience at Computex 2018 in Taipei by showcasing its full line of gaming PCs and gadgets, as well as bringing in celebrity gamers to get in on the action with Acer gaming devices. In addition to the company’s booth at the Computex exhibition hall, Acer has created product experience rooms, locating them in downtown Taipei and opening them to the public so passers-by can experience Acer’s latest gaming PCs and gear, and even compete against celebrity gamers. In line with Acer’s vision of breaking barriers between people and technology, this year’s exhibit at Computex gives consumers and the media new ways to experience the latest gaming technology.

“Acer is dedicated to bringing breakthrough gaming experiences to consumers through the Predator brand, and this year we are making the latest technology more accessible to the general public by bringing them from the showground to the streets,” said Tiffany Huang, President of Corporate Marketing, Business Planning and Operations, Acer Inc. “We hope that through Acer’s efforts, Computex 2018 will become more than just an international event for buyers, but an inclusive celebration of technology for everyone to enjoy.”

Coming off the excitement of products unveiled at the next@acer global press conference in New York this month, consumers will now have a chance to experience the new Predator Helios 500 performance gaming notebook, the intimidating Predator Orion 5000 and 3000 gaming desktops, and a whole family of Predator gadgets, among others. On top of that, the company is using the long-running PC exhibition to let the public become part of the show through interactive events, competitions with celebrity gamers, and hands-on product demos. Acer will also be showing a selection of high-end gaming products at the Nangang Exhibition Hall.

Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61): A Mobile Gaming Beast with the Latest AMD Ryzen Processors and Radeon RX Graphics
Built for graphic-intensive AAA titles and live streaming, the Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) is a gaming beast. It features up to a 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ 7 2700 processor[i] with 8 cores and 16 threads, and AMD Radeon™ RX Vega56 graphics with 8 GB of second-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM2). Top-notch visuals are delivered on bright, vibrant FHD (144 Hz) or 4K UHD IPS 17.3-inch displays supporting Radeon™ FreeSync technology for the blur- and tear-free gameplay.

The Predator Helios 500 stays cool with two of Acer’s proprietary AeroBlade™ 3D metal fans, and five heat pipes that distribute cool air to the machine’s key components while simultaneously releasing hot air. Fan speed can be controlled and customized through the award-winning PredatorSense app, which can also allow users to define macros for the five hotkeys. One set of hotkeys are pre-defined to quickly launch Mixer, Microsoft’s next-generation live-streaming service, where gamers can broadcast their gameplay or watch live streams of the hottest gameplay. Two speakers, a subwoofer, Acer TrueHarmony™ and Waves MaxxAudio® technology deliver superior sound quality made immersive with Waves Nx® head-tracking technology for a hyper-realistic 3D audio experience.

Predator Orion 5000 (PO5-100): Win the Battle
The new Predator Orion 5000 (PO5-100) gaming desktop features up to 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen 7 2700X processors with 8 cores and 16 threads paired with the latest AMD B450 chipset1, and up to NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 GPUs so gamers can enjoy their favorite game titles at incredibly high screen resolutions, as well as premium VR experiences.

The Predator Orion 5000’s chassis has a transparent side panel to show off its powerful internals and is EMI-compliant to protect users and peripherals from potential electromagnetic interference. Easy-open side panels allow users to quickly swap out components and cables during upgrades. The IceTunnel 2.0 airflow management design segments the system into different thermal zones and provides each sector with its own airflow tunnel to expel heat.

Acer Nitro 50 Desktop: Satisfying Gamers’ Need for Speed
As the latest addition to Acer’s Nitro product family designed for outstanding casual gameplay at affordable prices, the Nitro 50 (N50-100) features up to 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen 7 2700X processors with 8 cores and 16 threads, with graphics options of AMD Radeon RX 580 GPUs or up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 GPUs, housed in a striking and edgy armor-inspired chassis with front-facing LED lighting that emits a sinister red glow.

The Nitro 50 delivers stunning 4K resolution visuals, and with up to a 512GB SSD and 3TB HDD, there’s no shortage of storage. It also features a handy wireless charging deck1 for keeping users’ Qi-enabled wireless devices powered up and ready to go. In addition, the Nitro 50 desktops optimize network speed for gaming, browsing, and streaming through Realtek Dragon LAN.

Pricing and Availability
The Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) gaming notebook will be available in North America in August starting at $2,199; in EMEA in July starting at €1,999, and in China in August starting at ¥25,999.
The Predator Orion 5000 (PO5-100) gaming desktop will be available in North America in September starting at $1,499.99.
The Acer Nitro 50 (N50-100) gaming desktop will be available in North America in September starting at $899.99.
Exact specifications, prices, and availability of these new products may vary by region. To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via www.acer.com.

Visit Acer at Computex
For information about Acer events at Computex 2018, please go to www.acer.com/computex-taipei-2018/en/. Visit Acer in Taipei at Xinyi Plaza, Xiangti Avenue Plaza (June 5 to June 10) and Nangang Exhibition Hall 4F Booth #L0317 (June 5 to June 9) to experience Acer's latest products and technologies.

[i] Specifications may vary depending on model and region

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@Acer Announces Powerful Predator #Orion5000 #Gaming #Desktops #NextAtAcer

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Acer today unveiled its new Predator Orion 5000 series gaming desktops, designed for gamers who require superior performance and an adaptable chassis for future expansion. The company also released the mid-range Predator Orion 3000 series gaming desktops, as well as an expanded collection of Predator accessories designed to support gamers as they tackle their mission of choice.

"Getting the specs right is just half the fight. Predator Orion desktops provide a well-rounded choice for gamers with a striking chassis, built-in airflow management, expandability, and award-winning software that brings everything together," said Jeff Lee, General Manager, Stationary Computing, IT Products Business, Acer. "We're excited to add the new 5000 and 3000 series to the Predator Orion family, and together with the top-of-the-line Predator Orion 9000, Acer is providing a full lineup of gaming desktops that cater to a wide range of needs."

Predator Orion 5000 Series: Win the Battle
The new Predator Orion 5000 Series gaming desktops feature up to 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7+ 8700K processors paired with the latest Intel Z370 chipset1, up to 32 GB of Intel® Optane™ memory for fast load times and improved responsiveness, and up to 2-way NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 Ti GPUs in SLI1 so gamers can enjoy their favorite game titles at incredibly high screen resolutions, as well as premium VR experiences.

“The 8th Gen Intel Core i7+ 8700K is the best desktop gaming Intel has ever built, and when combined with the acceleration and responsiveness offered by Intel Optane memory, the result is incredible performance needed for the most demanding gaming experiences,” said Steve Long, Vice President and General Manager, Client Computing Group Sales and Marketing, Intel. “The close collaboration with Acer to bring Intel’s best-in-class performance to life is on full display with the new Predator Orion 5000 and 3000 Series gaming desktops.”

“Powered with the extreme gaming horsepower delivered by our GeForce GTX 10-series GPUs, the Predator Orion 5000 can run the most graphically-demanding games with ease,” said Kaustubh Sanghani, General Manager of PC Platforms at NVIDIA. “Gamers will appreciate Acer’s flexible configuration options ensuring they can play to win on GeForce GTX - the world’s largest gaming platform.”

The Predator Orion 5000’s chassis has a transparent side panel to show off its powerful internals and is EMI-compliant to protect users and peripherals from potential electromagnetic interference. Easy-open side panels allow users to quickly swap out components and cables during upgrades. The IceTunnel 2.0 airflow management design segments the system into different thermal zones and provides each sector with its own airflow tunnel to expel heat. A front mesh panel with dust filters allows the Predator Orion 5000 to inhale massive amounts of air while filtering out annoying dust. Additional features for core gamers include Killer LAN high-speed Ethernet, cradles for audio headsets, a carry-handle for portability and Acer’s signature Predator design for aggressive yet refined styling.

Predator Orion 3000 Series: Peak Performance and Style
With up to 8th Gen Intel Core i7+ processors, and up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GPUs, the VR- ready Predator Orion 3000 supports 4K gameplay as gamers take aim at opponents on the battlefield with crystal clarity. Like the 5000 series, the Predator Orion 3000 can be configured with up to 32 GB of Intel® Optane™ memory to increase responsiveness and load times, and up to 64 GB DDR4-2666 RAM to support lightning fast action while playing the latest titles.

The Predator Orion 3000 Series features the same attractive design language as its bigger brother, with a transparent EMI-compliant side panel1, RGB lighting, sleek lines, blue accents and built-in headset cradles. Excellent heat dissipation is achieved with a front-facing intake LED fan, mesh cover and rear exhaust for optimized air flow throughout the chassis.

Predator Gadgets and Accessories to Complete the Gaming Experience
Alongside the new Predator Orion 5000 and 3000 series gaming desktops, Acer has expanded its gaming gadget and accessory line to complete the gaming experience with consistent quality:

• Predator Cestus 510: a customizable high-performance gaming mouse with a precise optical sensor that supports up to 16,000 DPI
• Predator Gaming Chair: includes detachable cushions, superior ergonomics, and lumbar spine support to give players an edge on marathon gaming sessions
• Predator Hard Case: protects the most valuable assets with a hard-as-rock outer shell and customizable foam inserts that fit exactly around your computer
• Predator Aethon 500 extra-durable mechanical keyboard with a lifespan of 70 million strokes per key, customizable with 16.8 million colors
• Predator Mousepad series available in plastic or fabric finishes with dramatic cinematic landscapes to keep the player in the game

Pricing and Availability
The Predator Orion 5000 gaming desktops will be available in North America in July starting at $1,499; in EMEA in June starting at €1,699, and in China in June starting at ¥15,999.

The Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktops will be available in North America in October starting at $999; in EMEA in July starting at €1,299; and in China in July starting at ¥6,999. 

Exact specifications, prices, and availability for these new products may vary by region. To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via www.acer.com.

The new Predator Orion 5000, Orion 3000, and Predator gadgets & accessories were unveiled today at the next@acer press event held in New York, where the company announced a range of new devices and solutions for gamers, creators, families, students and professionals. For more information, visit www.acer.com/nextatacer. 

 

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Product Review - @AcerAfrica Predator Z650 DLP #Gaming Projector @PredatorGaming

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I fell in love with the Acer C205 portable projector when I first received the same to review and still have the longing to have it back in my hands. But when I received a heavy box similar to what can be the box of Desktop PC Case, I was thinking what's the little beast inside which has taken so much of space and not so easy to carry around. As I went back to my home in the evening, the first thing I did was to open the box to see the contents inside. It was the awesomely awesome Acer Predator Gaming Projector named Z650. 

As I setup the device and connected my laptop to the same using the HDMI cable, I was simply awestruck by the clarity of picture and the sound this device produces. I found it difficult to find a wall in my home to do justice to this technological innovation from Acer. Predator I always used to like the logo and the products they manufacture for gamers but using the same is a different experience in itself. 

Acer Predator Z650 comes with a carry bag (suitcase type) so that the same can be carried around easily and is made up of good quality stuff. Quality shall not be a concern when you are spending ZAR 25000 on a projector, be rest assured everything will be taken care of. As I unzipped the carry case I came across the lovely beast in Red and Black color combination and immediately fell in love with this gadget. Also the package included a pair of 3D glasses with its charging cable. 3D glasses works only if the same are charged and my parents loved Avatar movie projected on the wall using the Predator Z650 3D enabled ON. 

Let's talk about the several feature of the Acer Predator Z650 projector - the best among them I liked the most is the built in Stereo Speakers with 10W power output for each speaker. The DTS sound quality was high enough to be able to hear to the dialogues of the movie or TV series whichever you are watching. I had to reduce the same literally so that my neighbors doesn't knock the door and ask me to lower the noise.Though the internal fan makes some noise about 30-33 dB but if you are not sitting next to the projector, you won't listen to the same during your movie night. One thing to warn here is that don't block the air vents next to the projector fan as it can build up extreme temperatures and I found out that it can easily keep my tea lukewarm in a bone china mug.

Second feature is of-course the resolution quality of the projection on the wall and this Acer DLP (Digital Light Processing) Predator is capable of Full HD 1920X1080 resolution at 16:9 aspect ratio. The lamp can illuminate the 2200 lumens of brightness levels in economy mode. The contract ratio is also great at 20000:1 and 1.07 billion colors can be produced using the latest tech Acer has built inside this projector. The lamp life depending on various modes (normal, economy and extreme eco) is between 3000-6000 hours. The focus can be adjusted using the manual ring and the height using the adjustor under the front portion of the projector and one of the legs can also be adjusted to keep the projectors line of horizon balanced. 

The Acer Predator Projector has built in Bluetooth in case you don't want everyone in the house to keep awake while you play games, you can connect your Bluetooth enabled headphone with Z650 projector. Z650 also has Wireless HD capability using a special kit to stream loseless 1080p content wirelessly. The build quality of this device is awesome and it will definitely last many years in your house or man cave. It's a must buy gadgets on my wish list from Acer. There are several kinds of audio and video connections on the back side of the device including HDMI, MHL, USB, RS232, VGA in/out and many others.

As I was using this projector, it came to my mind that I should sell my TV and buy this projector for life as it has better and bigger screen size with Full HD resolution, capable audio outputs, portability to carry it around, easy connecting ports, 3D content conversion capability with 3D glasses, Game Mode and many more features which requires so many blogposts. The power consumption of Acer Z650 is around 424 Watts and the whole unit weights around 3.5 kilograms including carry case. 

In the end, it's surely a device which can create a Cinema inside your house but comes at a price but can save you from standing in the queue of tickets or popcorns and soda at the actual multiplexes. I would love to again have the same for some weeks to watch Game of Thrones all seasons till date and to watch Lord of the Rings series. Thanks Acer Africa for the opportunity to have a Predator at my home for some days. 

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Product Review - @AcerAfrica Swift 7 Laptop #Swift7 #AcerForBlogging

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Acer Africa has been a trend setter in terms of launching new technology in the market - be it gaming devices or the business notebooks they are always one step ahead of the competition. I had the opportunity to review several of their devices from projectors to laptops and I loved playing with them a lot. And when they went back after 2-3 weeks of review period, they left a big void in my life which I am unable to fulfill.

Swift 7 is one laptop which I can beg for, borrow it and never return or steal it forever because of it's lovely aluminum exterior design and only 0.39 inch thick which makes it the thinnest and light weight laptop to carry everywhere. The full weight of the device is just merely 1100 grams in total. I loved the Golden and the black matte combination which it makes it visually pleasing and catches your eyes and of the others too. Mind it, take care of this device else you might lose it too as people will be envy even Apple users. 

There is no compromise on the capabilities of this laptop and I was extremely pleased with the sound output of the Swift 7 as compared to the other thin notebooks I have seen earlier. Swift 7 combines the technology of Dolby Audio premium and Acer's own TrueHarmony to give a surround sound effect. The speakers are on both sides at the end of keyboard and start of touchpad on the edges. They are much louder and you will enjoy all your content directly on the laptop without the need of external speakers. 

Let's talk about the display on this thinnest laptop as it features a 13.3 inch full HD display with IPS technology giving 1920 X 1080 resolution. Also the Corning Gorilla Glass protects the screen in case of drops. The visual display is crisp due to the Acer Color intelligent software which dynamically adjusts the gamma and saturation in real time to bring forth the best results and viewing pleasure to the eyes by adjusting the brightness, screen color and saturation. The only thing missing in this display is the touch screen which would have brought a lot of meaning to this amazing technology. I hope in the future versions of the device, we will see a multi-touch display so that our habit of smartphone extends to the laptop too. 

With claimed 9 hours of battery life powered by 4 Cell-2770 mAh Li-polymer, you don't need to carry your charging adapter around for a day's work. The touchpad is wide and precise along with the keyboard which has spaced letters. I didn't liked the fact that it was not backlit but may be my version didn't had that feature. In this age of technology, we need backlit keyboards on all laptops, may be the next version of Swift 7 will have the same. 

The processing power of Swift 7 is astonishing with Intel Core i7 Processor clocked at 1.3GHz and 8GB of RAM and 512GB of Solid state drive works harmoniously to transfer the contents and work to play the same without any glitches. The input ports are USB 3.1 Type C and you need some upgraded tech to transfer contents to your hard disks. Windows 10 Home edition is the base of this laptop and runs smoothly using all the hardware that could be built into this small and thin durable body. The price of this Swift 7 device is on a higher side starting around ZAR 21000 and is expensive to purchase but with the features it offers, you can check if you love Windows OS or Apple MAC OS. The same is also available to buy in mega deals at https://www.shopacer.co.za/

I simply love this Swift 7 device the first time I saw it at an Acer launch event, but I would wait for touch screen and backlit keyboard version. But if Acer sponsors me this unit, I will manage without those 2 features also as my old laptop is now 7 years old and might meet its end soon. Also, The Life's Way will complete 5 year on 27th December 2017 so hoping there might be some things Universe has planned for me too.

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#AcerForGaming Breaks Through Gender Bias @AcerAfrica

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Have you ever played Candy Crush, Tetris, Farmville, Solitaire or Minesweeper? Then you are in fact categorised as a gamer. #AcerforGaming is embarking on an endeavour which will showcase the company’s commitment to the development of woman in gaming. In an event last night in Johannesburg, Acer along with leading professionals and enthusiasts hosted an event aimed at showcasing how accessible and valuable the Esports industry really is.

When the term gaming comes to mind the stereotypical thought is to envisage teams of young adult males spending days in isolation clutching controllers and staring at computer screens, a label Acer is set on changing in the near future. One of the most astounding facts that have recently come to light is that 41% of gamers are in fact female, many over the age of 50.

Pippa Tshabalala, presenter, avid gamer and mother of two recalls fond memories of how she started playing games on a video console at a very young age. According to Tshabalala, gaming has been an integral part of her life which she has now also introduced to her sons. South African born, Sharon ‘ShazZ’ Waison has been gaming from the age of 13 and now competes internationally, already boasting several titles among them as winner of the Copenhagen Games where she partook in an all-girl group. ShazZ is one of the latest female gamers taking steps to challenge the dated idea of gaming.

Although the world of gaming may seem like an unattainable abyss, according to both gamers you simply need to start by deciding on what ‘game’ you like to play and start there. "Lately we are seeing more women stepping up and being more comfortable to play games – a phenomenon we are welcoming," says Belinda Marais, Marketing Manager of Acer Africa. Playing Candy Crush and Farmville have been known to assist with innovative problem solving and utilising resources. Something that many decision makers within the industry are required to do. “You may be of the opinion that you are simply passing time and playing to relax, however you are building strong skills without even realising it” Acer has the Nitro Series, VNitro and the Nitro 5 which are versatile machines that double up as day-to-day devices and fulfil your gaming needs.

Some criticism in gaming has been that it may lead to unsocial behaviour, but Tshabalala disagrees, “My sons love playing outside as much as they love playing PC Games. For me it’s all about a sense of balance in all things. SHazZ also mentions that being disciplined and exercising self-control to manage gaming in your daily routine, “Everything in moderation”.

 

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