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Computex 2012: Acer Aspire S7 ultrabook
Photo: Company [Jun 5, 2012]
Acer has introduced its latest premium Windows 8 ultrabook devices, the Aspire S7 series, at Computex Taipei 2012. Available in two sizes - 13.3-inch and 11.6-inch - the series adopts full HD touch panels. Both machines also feature aluminum metallic unibody design, while the larger model additionally sports a glossy, sculpted glass cover.

The 13.3-inch model offers up to 12 hours of battery life, while the 11.6-inch model can run for up to nine hours, Acer said. Heat dissipation is enabled by the Acer Twin Air cooling system.

Acer's S7 Series also features a light-sensing keyboard, which automatically detects changes in lighting conditions and adjusts the keyboard backlight brightness.
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