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World’s smallest Windows tab

Acer has launched the world’s smallest Windows based tablet —Acer Iconi w3. Part of the Iconia range, it comes with 8.1-inch display and is powered by Intel Atom Z2760 Clover Trail chipset.

The device pairs with an optional full-size bluetooth keyboard that holds the tablet upright for typing and then conveniently docks to the tablet to lay flat for easy, screen-protected transportation. The tab comes with a keyboard, the size of the standard 13-inch devices making it convenient to double up the tablet as a laptop or a netbook. It has 2-MP rear as well as front-end camera and includes Micro-USB and micro-HDMI connection options. Priced at Rs30,499.

Apart from this, Acer has also launched Aspire P3 Ultrabook which will be available from Rs54,499 onwards. It comes with fast boot times, and long battery life. The device weighs 1.3kg and measures 0.77-inches in terms of thinness.

The third device launched by Acer is Aspire R7 notebook. The Windows 8 powered Aspire R7 notebook a desktop replacement features a 15.6” full HD touch screen that combines touch and type. With a repositioned keyboard and the revolutionary Ezel hinge that moves the display forward and into different positions, the Aspire R7 makes the combination of touching the screen and using the keyboard more intuitive and natural. With four modes of operation, the R7 can easily be used as a conventional notebook, a pad, a display, or switched to “Ezel” allowing the screen to float over the keyboard at various angles. Priced at Rs74,999.