Acer is growing and expanding in all markets. One of the reasons for this success is its strategy of researching and developing solutions that make technology accessible and easy to use for all.
One of the challenges that Acer has recently faced and that has allowed them to differentiate their product range on the market is, undoubtedly, digital convergence.
The term ‘digital convergence’ defines the integration of technologies which, due to their nature, originate from different sources (IT, TLC, multimedia TV): a combination that renews and broadens the functions of the various devices and applications already on the market, defining new products and service.
The rapid diffusion of broadband and digital technology in television networks is highly accelerating this process and is leading to the development of new content delivery infrastructures (internet, UMTS, MMS, MP3, VOD, DSL, WiFi/WiMax, digital cable, etc.) as well as new multi-channel access tools available to the end consumer.
Furthermore, broadband interactive multimedia and wireless technologies are an unprecedented opportunity for achieving the convergence project. Acer is aware that the countless imminent changes will have both social and business impacts.
In fact, in recent months Acer has presented products and solutions to complete the digital convergence project, thus anticipating, on some occasions, market demand. This is the case of the new Acer Aspire L family desktop which, just over 5 cm thick, includes all the functions of a powerful Media Center desktop and, thanks to its refined and elegant design, provides a touch of flair to your living room.
Acer also complements the convergence environment with new products like the Acer Media Gateway MG3001-p which is a true ‘bridge’ able to interface with external technologies through a simple wireless connection, 20”, 26”, 32” and 37” LCD TVs, multimedia notebooks, digital cameras with resolution up to 8 Mega pixels and Pocket PCs.
Designed to adjust traditional home computing with growing entertainment needs, the new Acer products are, in fact, created to transform your home into a complete multimedia entertainment center, suited for both home and professional applications.
There is no question that content producers, whether television, telematic or telecommunications operators, will have a crucial role in the development of convergence and, above all, will be taking on a large responsibility when choosing content and services able to satisfy the needs of the various consumer categories.
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. Revenues for 2004 reached US$ 7 billion. Please visit www.acer.com
About Acer Computer (M.E.) Ltd.
Established in 1992, Acer Computer (M.E.) Ltd. has over 100 employees servicing the IT requirements of over 50 countries in the Middle East, Africa and the sub-continent, Acer Computer (M.E.) Ltd. has its own facility in the Jebel Ali Free Zone. The 22,500 square meter regional office includes a modern and efficiently managed warehouse, a state-of-the-art Unique Loading (Uniload) assembly plant and a highly efficient Customer and Technical Service Center capable of handling component-level repairs. For more information about Acer Computer Middle East, please visit www.acer.co.ae.
