| Developers: | Acer |
| Date of the premiere of the system: | August 2017 |
| Last Release Date: | 2020/09/04 |
| Technology: | Office equipment |
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Acer Spin is a line of transformer laptops.
2021: Launch of Spin 7 sales with 5G support in the Russian Federation
On August 17, 2021, Acer announced the launch of sales in Russia of the Spin 7 laptop, which, according to the company, became the first laptop in the Russian market with support for fifth-generation (5G) networks. The product is available in M.Video stores and on the official Acer website at a price of 145.9 thousand rubles.
The first 150 customers will be presented with the MTS "For Laptop" tariff with six-month prepaid unlimited mobile Internet in 3G/LTE networks. In addition, all laptop users will receive free unlimited access to 5G pilot networks in Moscow and St. Petersburg thanks to the "Access to 5G" option included in the kit.
The laptop transformer is equipped with the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G platform, which includes processor Qualcomm the Kryo 495, Qualcomm Adreno graphics accelerator and the Snapdragon X55 5G modem, which supports data transmission through cellular networks at speeds up to 7.5 Gb/s.
The laptop is equipped with a 14-inch IPS display with a Full HD resolution (1920 × 1080 points), which has a 100 percent coverage of sRGB color space. The lid can rotate 360 degrees, allowing the device to be used as a tablet. You can interact with the screen using the Acer Active Stylus pen, which recognizes 4096 levels of pressing force.
As program basis of a novelty the operating room sistemawindows 10 Pro acts. The device is powered by a 56 Wh battery, which, according to the manufacturer, provides autonomous PC operation for a day. The body, screen and keyboard of the apparatus has an antimicrobial coating based on silver ions, which is stated to stably snizhayet the spread rate of a wide range of bacteria in accordance with the test protocol JIS Z 2801 and ISO[1]7[2]
2020
Spin 7
On September 4, 2020, the company Acer introduced the laptop Spin 7 transformer, which has high performance thanks to 5G the -connection, operating both in the millimeter range and at frequencies up to 6 GHz. The laptop is based on processor Snapdragon the second generation 8cx and is equipped with a hinged connection to rotate the screen 360 degrees. This connection allows users to select the device configuration that is best suited for the current task, whether typing in laptop mode or handwriting on a touchscreen in the mode. tablet The thickness of the device is only 15.9 mm, weight - 1.4 kg.
 | We believe that the laptops of the future will have the highest performance and excellent ergonomics, ultra-long battery life and superfast 5G connectivity. The Acer Spin 7 is a state-of-the-art, sleek laptop that can run for days without recharging, allowing its owner to stay connected, - notes Jerry Kao, co-director of operations at Acer Inc. |  |
| | We are very pleased that Acer launched OS Windows on a PERSONAL COMPUTER Snapdragon processor and developed a device based on the second generation Snapdragon 8cx computing platform 5G. The capabilities of 5G technology will change the way Spin 7 users view their PCs, whether they work remotely or are constantly on the move. The ability to do a few days without recharging, performance, excellent camera and support for Qualcomm Aqstic technology, as well as enterprise-level security features open up a lot of opportunities and take productivity to a new level, - says Kate Cressin, senior vice president and CEO of Computing & Edge Cloud, Qualcomm Technologies Inc. | |
The Spin 7 is based on the second generation Snapdragon 8cx processor with 5G support. This computing platform delivers long battery life and premium entertainment. The full HD IPS display of the laptop and Qualcomm Aqstic noise reduction technology guarantee surround sound quality and immersion. Spin 7 runs Windows 10 Pro and has a long battery life - the laptop can last several days without recharging. In addition, Windows Hello technology allows you to log in safely and quickly with a fingerprint sensor. Users can also connect via 4G/LTE and 5G cellular networks without relying on unsafe public Wi-Fi.
The Spin 7 notebooks feature a Snapdragon X55 5G modem, which supports both millimeter range and frequencies up to 6 GHz and download speeds up to 7.5 Gb/s. By providing a 5G data connection, Spin 7 is fully compliant with today's business requirements. Remote work is becoming more common, and a high-speed 5G connection allows users to always stay connected and efficiently perform their tasks on the go.
The Spin 7 design not only looks attractive, but also, thanks to the hinged connection, allows users to rotate the screen 360 degrees and choose any of the four available form factors: laptop, tablet, console or display for presentations. In notebook mode, the articulation slightly lifts the device, providing maximum typing convenience. In addition, the laptop has a chargeable Acer Active Stylus with 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity and support for Wacom AES 1.0 technology, which allows you to create realistic pictures or take notes by hand on the touchscreen of the device.
Spin 7 is a 14-inch convertible laptop with a polished dark blue case, decorated with golden parts, suitable for professionals for whom the stylish appearance of the device is important. Thanks to the magnesium-aluminum alloy case, the laptop weighs only 1.4 kg with a thickness of 15.9 mm, which allows you to carry it in a backpack or briefcase without problems.
The touch screen of the laptop is covered with a layer of antibacterial glass Corning Gorilla Glass. A BPR & EPA-compliant silver ion-based antibacterial substance is contained in the coating of the device and stably reduces the spread rate of a wide range of bacteria in accordance with the test protocol JIS Z 2801 and ISO 22196.
Spin 5 and Spin 3 powered by tenth generation Intel Core i7 processors
On January 6, 2020, Acer introduced updated versions of laptops from the line of transformer devices - Spin 5 and Spin 3. These models differ from the previous thinner chassis, support for modern tenth generation Intel Core processors and Windows 10 Home.
According to the company, both Acer Spin models come with Active Stylus stylus based on Wacom AES technology with fast charging, provide wireless communication Wi-Fi 6, and are also equipped with a full set of connectors that users need, including USB Type C with Thunderbolt 3 support. The design of the swivel joints allows you to lift keyboard the devices in laptop mode to ensure maximum comfort when typing.
The Spin 5 and Spin 3 have become thinner and can now be used with maximum comfort in any of four positions: tablet, laptop, screen or presentation mode. Laptop loops are reliable and rotate 360 degrees to ensure a smooth and fast change in operating mode. A keyboard with LED backlight will allow you to work even in poorly illuminated rooms.
The Spin 5 SP513-54N is only 14.9 mm thick, and the thin (7.8 mm) frames around the 13.5-inch 2K touch screen made it possible to achieve a display-to-case ratio of 80%. In addition, due to the 3:2 screen aspect ratio, the model increases reading space by 18% compared to 16:9 models, so users are less likely to have to scroll through open web pages, documents and tables with. data Magnesium-aluminum alloy, which is used in the design of the Spin 5 case, helped make it stronger and reduce the weight of the laptop to 1.2 kg. The built-in scanner fingerprint provides faster and faster safe access to a Windows Hello-enabled system.
Spin 3 SP314-54N is equipped with a large 14-inch touchscreen with full HD resolution and a classic 16:9 aspect ratio. Thin frames provide a 78% display to chassis ratio. Thanks to the weight of 1.5 kg and the thickness of 16.9 mm, this thin laptop is easily placed in a briefcase or backpack with textbooks.
The standard Spin 5 and Spin 3 include the Acer Active Stylus with fast charging and support for Wacom AES technology. Stylus recognizes 4096 pressure levels. Spin 5 optionally supports Acer Active Stylus with Wacom AES 2.0 technology, providing even smoother and more accurate writing.
Due to the length of 12.53 cm and the convenient textured surface, the stylus very much resembles a regular handle. When the accessory is not used, it can be stored in a convenient dock inside the laptop, where it is quickly charged. 15-second charging is enough to write or draw for 90 minutes.
Acer Spin 5 and Spin 3 support tenth generation Intel Core i7 processors, and the built-in Intel Iris Plus graphics card handles entertainment, video processing, and casual gaming. Both devices feature long battery life: up to 15 hours for Spin 5 and up to 12 for Spin 3. The fast charging feature allows you to provide up to 4 hours of operation after 30 minutes of network connection.
Connecting peripherals and additional monitors to Spin laptops is easier and more convenient. Spin 5 is equipped with two USB Type C ports that support Thunderbolt 3 technology, which allows you to transfer 4K video to external monitors in streaming mode and provides maximum speed when working with docks and drives. In addition to them, the Spin 5 is equipped with two USB 3.2 ports, one of which supports charging devices even when the laptop is turned off, an HDMI port and a cardrider for MicroSD memory cards. The Spin 3 provides one USB Type C port with Thunderbolt 3 support, two USB 3.2 ports (one with autonomous charging), HDMI and a cartridge.
The modern Intel Wi-Fi 6 (Gig +) AX201 (802.11ax) dual-band adapter delivers 3 times faster connectivity than 802.11ac adapters, and stable connectivity even in places with heavy wireless network loads - such as offices, airports, or homes.
Gaming, watching videos and listening to music with Spin laptops has become even more enjoyable with two built-in speakers and support for Acer True Harmony technology. Two microphones provide high-quality audio transmission during video calls.
The Spin 5 has SSD a capacity of up to 1 TB, and the Spin 3 model has the ability to install two solid-state drives to provide the maximum amount of free space for storages user data. Both devices support up to 16 GB of RAM.
Prices and availability
- Acer Spin 5 will appear in Europe, the Middle East and Africa in March at a price of 999 euros. The cost in Russia will be announced additionally.
- Acer Spin 3 will go on sale in Europe, the Middle East and Africa in February at a price of 649 euros. The cost in Russia will be announced additionally.
2018
First-to-market laptops with Alexa support
On May 21, 2018 Acer , the company said, it released the first laptops on the market with a built-in voice assistant. Alexa The Taiwanese manufacturer plans to equip many of its computers with this service, including those already released.
The first Acer laptops using Alexa were Acer Spin 3 and Acer Spin 5 series devices, the launch of sales of which will take place on May 23 and 26, 2018, respectively. In June, the company will release the hybrid gaming laptop Acer Nitro 5 Spin, which will also receive Amazon voice assistant.
A similar feature will appear in Aspire All-in-Ones and Aspire, Switch and Swift laptops during 2018. In addition, Alexa can be accessed by owners of already purchased products - by updating the software update through the Acer Care Center.
Most likely, the functionality of Alexa in laptops will be the same as in mobile devices. So, the virtual assistant will be able to answer questions, check the weather forecast, work with the alarm clock, notes and calendar, control the playback of music, audiobooks and podcasts, as well as control the interfaced devices of the smart house (lighting, thermostats, household appliances, etc.) if they are available, according to Acer press release.
Acer laptops with Alexa support are equipped with microphones, allowing the voice assistant to clearly "hear" voice commands from a distance of about one meter. In the Spin 5 model , four microphones and Acer Purified.Voice technology are available at once, which provide recognition of voice requests from removal up to 2.7 meters.
All portable and desktop Acer personal computers equipped with Alexa will receive the sound processor with podderzhkoyintel Smart Sound Technology designed especially for processing of voice commands and the speech in general.[3]
Acer Spin 3 (SP314-51)
On January 7, 2018, Acer introduced the Spin 3 (SP314-51) transformer laptop, designed for users who need a versatile device for work and rest every day. A reliable mechanism allows you to rotate the laptop screen 360 ° and use it in four modes: 'laptop', 'tablet', 'display' and 'presentation '.
The powerful processor Intel 8th generation Core and the large amount of free disk space on the drive provide high performance that perfectly complements the portability and versatility of the Spin 3. It is able to work up to 12 hours from one battery charge so that the user can play and work on the road, and two frontal speakers with support for Acer TrueHarmony technology are responsible for high-quality sound. Spin 3 has a 14-inch Full HD IPS screen that provides detail and color rendering.
2017: Acer Spin 5
On August 30, 2017, Acer introduced the Spin 5 transformer laptop model on the OCWindows 10 platform.
The device is equipped with processor Intel 8th generation Core biometric , identification technologies with support for Windows Hello[4]
| | In the generation of Swift, Spin and Switch devices from Acer, the functionality and ease of transportation are successfully combined with the power and performance of the Windows 10 platform. Lightweight, stylish, powerful - any of them will become a satellite for those who need a personal computer for work or entertainment. And working with them at home, in the office or somewhere on the road will be equally comfortable. | |
The 13-inch version of the Spin 5 is easy to transport, weighing about 1.5 kg with a body thickness of 15.9 mm. The 15-inch analog weighs more than 2 kg with a body thickness of 17.9 mm.
The laptop is equipped with an 8th generation Intel Core processor, supporting up to 16 GB of DDR4 RAM. The battery provides up to 13 hours of battery life, the company said.
In the 15-inch version, you can install a discrete Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card. This allows Spin 5 to work with applications related to creating graphic content: editors and video editing programs.
The device is controlled by 13- or 15-inch touchscreens. It is possible to work with the stylus Acer Active Stylus (purchased separately). Omnidirectional antenna ExoAmp helps support wireless signal when Spin 5 connects to a web network.
Acer TrueHarmony, Dolby Audio Premium and two front speakers were used for acoustic design.
In the regions of North America and EMEA, the Acer Spin 5 will appear in September 2017 and will be sold in two versions - with a 13- and 15-inch screen. In Russia, both models will also appear in September 2017.
Notes
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