It might be interesting for some to know of Acer’s recent progress in the convergence market.

Strategiy reports that “Acer is growing and expanding in all markets. One of the reasons for this success is its strategy of researching and developing solutions that make technology accessible and easy to use for all. One of the challenges that Acer has recently faced and that has allowed them to differentiate their product range on the market is, undoubtedly, digital convergence. ”

Read more at Strategiy.

From this report, we should be able to expect Acer to continue driving at lower prices and better products if they are to maintain their current progress.

(Source: Neoseeker)

Neoseeker and NCIX review the Acer AL1916Wb Monitor. Their verdict is that “The AL1916WB from Acer offers a relatively decent value. This monitor represents the first widescreen monitor aimed directly at the masses, and its general performance will match what a majority of that market will expect…We can confirm that there is virutally no image streaking while playing games with this monitor, and in that regard, this monitor won’t suprise or disappoint. The main issue we had, with our sample anyways, was poor color consistency…As much as a 19 inch widescreen monitor for roughly $300 is a great deal, we can’t give this monitor an award simply for the fact that it falls short in too many areas. With this in mind, we hope Acer work at improving this model, as widescreen is where everything is heading, so we can only imagine that their line of widescreen models is only going to get better…”

The Hindu Business Line reports that “…Acer India, launched here a tablet PC, TravelMate C202. The TravelMate C202 is a fifth-generation tablet PC targeted at the healthcare sector. Costing Rs 94,999, the device’s sliding-track mechanism allows its conversion between notebook and slate modes. It has a 12.1-inch LCD screen, which acts as an input device, with the help of an electro magnetic recorder pen…”

Read more at Hindu Business Line.

Digitimes reports that “Acer is expected to be the first notebook vendor to ship a model based on Intel’s Napa mobile platform…” and that “the vendor’s Napa-based notebook may be available in early January…”

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LetsGoDigital previews the Acer CI 6330 Digital Camera. They say that “This innovative camera designed to capture every memorable moment and transform them in “digital treasures” to cherish forever encase advanced technology. The new elegant and sophis-ticated camera includes numerous practical functions that let you capture the trends and styles of modern life. The Acer 6330 has a convenient view finder for perfect natural light shots, a built-in flash with various modes to prevent “red-eye” and was designed to be comfortably fit in the palm of your hand with simplified and easy to use controls.”

Digitimes reports that “Acer’s planned launch of the Ferrari edition of its n50 PDA has been temporarily withheld due to a licensing problem between the brand vendor and the Scuderia Ferrari team…” and that “No timetable has been fixed for the Ferrari PDA launch…”.

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Digitimes reports that Viiv-based desktop PCs will be entering mass production in early February. They state that, “Taiwan-based small-form-factor (SFF) PC specialists AOpen and Shuttle and own-brand PC companies Acer, Gigabyte Technology, and Micro-Star International (MSI) are gearing up to introduce new desktop PCs based on the Intel Viiv platform in January 2006.”

Read more at Digitimes.

Now, I’m not too sure whether or not I favour the Viiv concept. Bringing Intel into consumer entertainment reeks of Xbox-like vibes. But, I’ve a feeling that I’m sure to be wrong about this.