Acer’s first Chromebook Vero is constructed to be repaired and recycled | Engadget

We would not name Chromebooks disposable, but it surely’s no secret that a lot of them prioritize worth over sustainability. Acer, nonetheless, contends that they need to be simply as variety to the planet as a few of their higher-end counterparts. The firm has introduced the primary Chrome OS-powered laptop computer in its eco-friendly Vero line, the Chromebook Vero 514. As with its Windows counterparts, the 14-inch transportable is designed from the begin to be repaired and recycled, with a comparatively small environmental footprint.

About 30 % of the Vero 514’s chassis is constructed from post-consumer recycled plastic, and that climbs to 50 % for the keycaps and audio system. The touchpad floor is made solely from “ocean-bound” plastic, Acer says, and the military-grade drop resistance (as much as 4ft) ought to assist the Chromebook survive a tumble to the ground. The backside cowl is comparatively straightforward to take away thanks to straightforward screws, making it extra possible to restore or improve the PC.

The specs counsel you may need to maintain this laptop computer for longer, too. The Chromebook Vero 514 makes use of Twelfth-gen Intel Core processors, and the 1080p show is correct with one hundred pc protection of the sRGB coloration house (if a bit dim at 300 nits brightness). It’s not but clear if the pc can stay as much as its 10 hours of estimated battery life, however quick charging assist can convey you to 50 % capability in half-hour. Two USB-C ports, one USB-A port and HDMI additionally scale back the probabilities you may want to purchase dongles.

The Chromebook Vero 514 ships to the US this October beginning at $500, and to Europe a month later for €599. That’s actually pricier than essentially the most inexpensive Chromebooks, however Acer is clearly betting that the greener design can be well worth the premium. Ideally, the laptop computer’s repair-ready physique will prevent cash — you possibly can repair it as an alternative of in search of a far costlier alternative.