I was still surprised to see that I'd reach into my bag after a day of working at a coffee shop and find that I didn't need to run and grab a charger. Of course, as this is powered by an Intel chip, it's not going to last as long as something like the HP Chromebook x360 13b (opens in new tab), which is powered by a MediaTek chip. I'm absolutely infatuated with the drastic design overhaul that Acer has introduced with its eco-conscious Chromebook Vero 514.Īll of this was done as part of Acer's latest initiative to 'be part of a more sustainable future.' The Vero 514 ditches the traditional plastic and metal combination we've become accustomed to, in favor of using Post Consumer Recycled (PCR) materials.Īccording to Acer (opens in new tab), the Vero 514 'uses 30% PCR plastic in the chassis and screen bezel and 50% in the keycaps and audio speakers.' Moving the needle even further is the 'OceanGlass touchpad' which looks and feels like glass, but is actually 'recycled ocean-bound plastic.'Īcer made a lot of great decisions when it comes to the Vero 514, and one more that I'd like to mention is battery life. So while you'll be able to notice when someone else is also using a Vero, it won't look exactly the same as yours. (Image credit: Andrew Myrick / Android Central)Īs I noted in my previous hands-on, the 'little accents you'll find around the chassis help push the uniqueness of this Chromebook even further from the competition.' The little specs found across the entire chassis aren't just from a 'cookie cutter' design.

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