Acer America has launched Aspire AS8940G-6865 notebook PC, featuring the new Intel Core i7 quad-core 720QM processor and Windows 7 Home Premium.
According to Acer, the new notebook includes 18.4-inch full HD widescreen CineCrystal LED backlit display with a 1920×1080 resolution and 16:9 aspect ratio, Nvidia graphics, Blu-ray technology, an audio system, integrated media card reader, DVD burner and a 500GB of hard drive storage.
The company said that the touch-capacitive media control interface allows consumers to control their entertainment choices, including media playback and volume levels. The new notebook also comes equipped with a FineTip keyboard with backlight, making it user friendly when watching movies or listening to music in a dark environment.
In addition, the new notebook includes 4GB DDR3 dual-channel 1066MHz memory, 5 USB 2.0 ports, 1 HDMI port, 1 eSATA port, Acer Crystal Eye integrated webcam, dolby home theater audio enhancement and Acer CineSurround sound system.
Consumers can connect via 802.11a/b/g Draft-N with expanded wireless features, and all models include gigabit ethernet for a wired connection, the company said.
Preeta Anil, product manager of notebooks at Acer America, said: “This new Aspire notebook offers multimedia enthusiasts the ultimate in mobile entertainment – cinematic quality sound and visuals, an industry-leading feature set, and the performance to handle demanding digital media. The addition of Intel’s new Core i7 processor further boosts the power and performance of the Aspire AS8940G for games, movies, videos and more.”
The Acer Aspire AS8940G-6865 notebook is expected to be available for US customers this holiday season and is priced at $1,349.99.
