By Kevin Lee
For two years running I’ve regarded the Asus ZenBook UX305 as the ultimate bargain laptop because it offers an amazing screen, reliable power, long battery life and an all metal shell for just $699 (£599, AU$1,199). However, it may finally have a challenger in the form of Acer’s latest 13-inch Ultrabook, the Aspire S 13.
With the same $699 or €699 (about £487, AU$899) starting price, the Aspire S 13 offers even more with a Core i3 processor leap frogging the UX305’s use of Intel Core m-series processors. What’s more, it comes with 1080p 13-inch screen, up to 13-hours of battery life and a premium style unto itself.
Design
This baby has curves. Unlike most other modern laptops, this 13-inch Ultrabook comes with a refreshingly rounded design. The notebooks curved corners gives way to a gently bowed front edge.
Available in a Pearl White (touchscreen) and Obsidian Black (non-touch), it’s clear the Aspire S 13 takes inspiration from the Acer Aspire V15 Nitro. The lid is adorned with a very similar lined and rubbery textured lid.
An Acer spokesperson explained the lid is printed with the company’s …read more
Source:: techradar.com – PC and Mac
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