The Acer C910 has a large 15.6-inch display and is ideal for labs and classrooms where it may be shared by multiple students. The Acer C740 is a compact Chromebook with an 11.6-inch display that neatly fits in a backpack for students who take them home for 1:1 programs as well as in classroom and lab settings.

“Acer Chromebooks are already seen as a proven platform for successful student learning, as they are being used by students to collaborate, conduct research and work on projects in exciting new ways,” said Eric Ackerson, senior product marketing, Acer America.

“The two new Acer Chromebooks feature newly enhanced durable designs that can handle even more of the rigors so common to the education environment. Also, schools can deploy and manage these new platforms cost-effectively, quickly and securely, so the emphasis stays on student success.”

Knowing that students can be especially harsh on their devices, the Acer C910 and C740 Chromebooks were designed with extra durability features. The C910 and C740 both have reinforced covers that can withstand up to 60 kg of force, while the corners can tolerate up to 45 cm drops without damage. Also, the hinges have been reinforced, so the new Chromebooks can endure more twisting and stress.

It is likely that the C740 Chromebook will be frequently moved thanks to its compact size, so Acer designed it with extended metal hinges that keep the device more rigid in case a student mistakenly picks it up by the display or crams it in a backpack.

Acer dominates the Chromebook segment with approximately 40 percent market share worldwide according to Gartner.