Acer launches ICONIA W4 tablet at Rs 24,999

Amid rising use of internet and increased demand for portable devices, PC manufacturer Acer today launched a new 8-inch ICONIA W4 tablet computer priced at Rs. 24,999 (for 32GB). The launch comes just a few months after the launch of ICONIA W3, which received a satisfactory feedback.

The company hopes to sell around 3,000 units of ICONIA W4 tablets by March, Rajendran, chief marketing officer, Acer India said.

“Addressing the consumer desire for portable computing, Acer has launched a host of computing devices in flexible form factors including convertibles, all-in-ones, and tablet PCs. As a part of our focused efforts to offer industry-changing experience and newer form factors, we bring to you our latest tablet, the Iconia W4. The ultimate on-the-go entertainment hub, the Iconia W4 will appeal to a cross section of users from busy professionals to ultra-mobile youngsters”, Acer India Managing Director Harish Kohli said.

The W4 tablet, which weighs 415 grams and measures 10.7 mm, is targeted at active and professional users as the device weaves computing and entertainment. The tablet is also pre-loaded with Microsoft Home and Student 2013 and allows users to create and edit MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents. The device is powered by fourth generation Intel Atom 1.8 GHz Quad-core processor.

The newly launched product is available for sale at Croma and Reliance Digital outlets across the country and can also be purchased online at Flipkart.