Bangkok--Aug 30--PC& Associates Consulting
Acer Releases New Aspire E500 Multimedia PC, The First Vendor to Use Dual Core CPU To Bolster its Technology Leadership in PC market
- Dual Core CPU supports Windows Media Center —
Acer Computer Co., Ltd., one of the world’s top five computer vendors, rolled out the “Acer Aspire E500” that is powered by the cutting-edge dual-core CPU and Windows Media Center operating system. It delivers superior performance and comprehensive entertainment capabilities. The company aims to be a PC technology leader in the second half of the year with its Empowering Technology strategy. IDC reported that Acer held 12 percent market share in the second quarter.
Mr. Alan Chiang, General Manager, Acer Computer Co., Ltd., said, “As a leading innovator, we realize that despite the growth of notebook market, multimedia PCs are gaining momentum among Thai consumers as they are more powerful and cost-effective. So we have bolstered our leadership by offering new generation of multimedia PCs to address the increasing demand. And in the future, we will introduce vertical PCs dedicated for specific applications such as documentation, graphics, gaming, etc.”
Mr. Teerachai Choobunjerd, Desktop Product Manager, Acer Computer Co., Ltd., said, “The Acer Aspire E500 Multimedia PC comes with a stylish design in silver color and LED that highlights the Acer logo. It incorporates the ATI RC410 chipset, along with the new dual-core CPU, and DDR-II memory. It sports up to 400GB hard disk and features IEEE1394 port & optical ports for home stereo. Some models include e-Mode Management program with a remote control, together with wireless mouse and keyboard, reflecting Acer’s concept of “Empowering Technology”. Supporting Windows Media Center, the Acer Aspire E500 comes in six models for various requirements of young users and workers, especially tech-savvy gamers and graphic designers. Prices start at Bt19,900 only, while the high-end model is priced at Bt39,900 only. Each unit comes with three-year warranty. The Acer Aspire E500 is now available through Acer resellers.”
Mr. Nitipat Praweenwongwuthi, Marketing Manager, Acer Computer Co., Ltd, added “e-mode, an advanced feature in the Acer Aspire E500, has been developed under the company’s Empowering Technology initiative, which focuses on providing user-friendly technology. Each Empowering Technology has been specifically developed for disparate product lines including notebooks, desktops and projectors which have different technology development. It a waste of time if a customer has to learn how to setup the machine and configure complicated settings. Therefore our job is to facilitate such time-consuming tasks, allowing the customer to spend more time completing his/her work and reaching his/her targets.”
About Acer
Acer ranks among the world's top five branded PC vendors, designing and marketing easy, dependable IT solutions that empower people to reach their goals and enhance their lives. In 2000, Acer spun-off its manufacturing operation to focus on globally marketing its brand-name products: desktop and mobile PCs, servers and storage, displays, peripherals, and e-business solutions for business, government, education, and home users. Established in 1976, Acer Inc. employs 5,600 people supporting dealers and distributors in more than 100 countries.
Acer fist penetrated the market in Thailand 1984, establishing an office in 1993. Acer Computer Co., Ltd. has been growing rapidly and is now widely recognized in Thailand. A major sponsor of the 13th Asian Games held in Bangkok in 1998, the company has been the recipient of The Reader’s Digest “Outstanding Brand Performance” for six years. For more information, please visit the Acer website at www.acer.co.th
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