![]() On the downside, that means you can't run a lot of software, from Microsoft Office to Adobe Photoshop, but there are normally equivalents that can do a similar job, and the appeal of faster overall computing makes Chromebooks tempting to many people. Acer Chromebook Vero 514 review: screen & speakersĬhromebooks generally run fast, because they're free of the bloat that weighs down the Windows and Mac operating systems. Given how much online video communications we do these days, that's a big plus – reducing the need to invest in a separate external webcam. The main negative, as with so many laptops these days, is the lack of a number pad.įinally, I found the 1080p webcam did an excellent job of reproducing colours and coping in low-light conditions on my Zoom and Teams calls. This simple device does help you navigate the layout and avoid typos, as well as adding a bit of aesthetic quirkiness. I also like how Acer have (faintly) highlighted the 'e' and 'r' keys in yellow. The backlit keyboard is comfortable and familiar-feeling, with large, spongy and responsive keys, a nice big and satisfying trackpad, and a dedicated button to bring up your Chrome apps menu above the Shift key. The functional aspects of the design, however, worked well for me. Personally, I'm not a fan of this look maybe it's because I'm responsible for the kit I review and have to pay if I break it so every five minutes I'm having kittens that I've damaged it in some way! That said, online reviewers – both journalists and general consumers – seem to like this unique visual approach, and I'm impressed with Acer for trying something different, at least. Furthermore, it's dotted with random yellow and blue speckles, to the extent that I keep thinking I've spilled bits of my lunch on it. This device, however, takes a defiantly low-key approach, to create a chassis that looks like grey, ageing cardboard. Most laptops these days try to at least imitate the sleek, metallic look of MacBooks, even if they are made of plastic.
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