Remember Acer in the smartphone world? They are making a comeback in India. After announcing their return last year, Acer has launched its first "Acerone" branded smartphones for the Indian market. These new devices, named Acerone Liquid S162E4 and Liquid S272E4, are now listed on Acerpure's website. This indicates their imminent arrival. Let us take a quick look at what these phones promise.
Acerone Liquid S162E4: Key Features
Acerone Liquid S162E4 is designed to be a good, solid entry-level contender. Here is a quick rundown of its specifications:
- Display: 6.5-inch HD+ LCD with tough Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
- Cameras: 16MP main rear camera paired with a 0.08MP secondary sensor, and a 5MP front camera for selfies.
- Processor: MediaTek Helio P35 chipset powering the device.
- Memory & Storage: 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage.
- Battery: A solid 5000mAh battery to see you through the day.
- Operating System: Runs on the latest Android 14.
- Dimensions & Weight: Measures 165.4 x 76.9 x 8.95mm and weighs in at 179 grams.
Acerone Liquid S272E4: Stepping it Up
For those wanting a bit more, the Acerone Liquid S272E4 offers some upgrades:
- Display: Larger 6.7-inch HD+ LCD screen with 350 nits peak brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
- Cameras: Upgraded 20MP primary rear camera along with a 0.3MP secondary sensor, while retaining a 5MP front camera.
- Processor: A slightly more powerful MediaTek Helio G36 processor.
- Memory & Storage: Same as the S162E4 - 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.
- Battery: 5000mAh battery.
- Operating System: Android 14.
- Dimensions & Weight: Slightly larger at 171 x 78.6 x 8.9mm and a bit heavier at 200 grams.
Made in India, Powered by Partnership
Acer's return is not a solo venture. They have allied with Indkal Technologies, an Indian consumer electronic maker, to make it happen. Indkal will design, manufacture, and distribute Acer smartphones in India. They already produce locally for Acer's home appliances since 2021, so they are familiar with the brand. With this partnership, Acer will be bringing quality smartphones for Indian consumers at competitive prices, particularly in the mid-range segment. Prices are expected to fall between Rs 15,000 and Rs 50,000.
Pricing and Availability Still Under Wraps
Pricing details for both the Acerone Liquid S162E4 and S272E4 remain under wraps for now. But with the expected pricing, it looks like Acer is targeting the budget to mid-range market in India. Watch this space for updates on pricing and availability for these two new Acerone Liquid series smartphones.
