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Acer Unveils New TravelMate Laptops for the Education Market with Reinforced Durability and User Sensing Software

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Acer launches three new robust and long-lasting laptops; Acer TravelMate B5 14, TravelMate B3 11, and the convertible TravelMate B3 Spin 12 for classroom use.The ultra-durable, MIL-STD 810H-compliant designs feature shock-absorbent bumpers, reinforced brackets, spill-resistant keyboards, and mechanically anchored keys.Powered by up to Intel® Core™ 3 processors[1] and Windows 11 Pro, these laptops ensure smooth performance and all-day power with fast-charging batteries[2].All models include built-in Acer User Sensing Software to promote better usage habits with screen distance and break reminder alerts.Modular and serviceable keyboard designs allow for seamless repairs, helping reduce the total cost of ownership.

LONDON, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Acer today announced the new Acer TravelMate B5 14, TravelMate B3 11, and the convertible TravelMate Spin 12 at the 2025 BETT Show in London, all featuring advanced technology, rugged designs, and reliable features to support students in both in-class and hybrid learning environments.

The devices are equipped with up to Intel® Core™ 3 processors[1], offering smooth performance and low power consumption. Fast internet connection is ensured with up to Wi-Fi 7[1] connectivity to give students the extra boost they need to excel during online collaborations and classes. Each model includes the Acer User Sensing software that sends usage alerts including screen distance and study break reminders, and modular designs for seamless device maintenance. 

Acer TravelMate B5 14

The TravelMate B5 14 offers a large view for learning in today’s modern classrooms, featuring up to an optional 14-inch FHD[1] (1920×1080) display with IPS screen technology[1]. Powered by up to an Intel Core 3 processor N355[1], it ensures responsive performance with low power consumption making it a reliable choice for students when multitasking and collaborating. Connectivity options include a USB Type-C port, two USB Type-A ports, and an HDMI 2.1 port.

Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 12

The TravelMate B3 Spin 12’s convertible design makes learning more engaging and facilitates collaborative work among peers. It is equipped with up to an Intel® processor N250 and with a 12-inch WUXGA (1920×1200) screen with an optional TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light emission display[1] for greater comfort while reading, writing and watching videos. An optional stylus[1] provides precise control and quick note-taking, and has a dedicated dock for fast charging. The 5MP world-facing camera[1] allows learners to fold back the device and use the screen for recording, and the tent mode for hands-free viewing and to save on desk space during lectures.

Acer TravelMate B3 11

Designed for efficient mobile learning, the TravelMate B3 11 is an 11.6-inch laptop powered by the latest Intel processor N250[1]. It features an FHD (1920×1080) display and offers a wide range of options for connecting peripherals, including dual Type-C ports, two Type-A ports, and HDMI 2.0.

All new TravelMate devices offer AI-enhanced audio clarity with Acer PurifiedVoice, which uses AI noise reduction to filter background noise, and a temporal noise-reducing camera for clear video calls. Built for durability and to withstand common accidents, the laptops comply with MIL-STD 810H standards, featuring shock-absorbent bumpers, reinforced brackets and mechanically anchored keys. The spill-resistant keyboards utilize Acer’s unique drainage design, which routes water out from the bottom of the chassis and ensures vital components are protected.

The new TravelMate laptops offer fast internet and easy management features with Wi-Fi 7[1] and optional 4G LTE[1] connectivity. With Windows Autopilot for simplified device enrollment and modular designs with replaceable keyboards for quick repairs, these durable devices ensure all-day power for classes and learning. The ergonomic designs, featuring dual rubber feet for a secure grip, make for easy handling and mobility, making them perfect for active learners.

Pricing and Availability

The TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311-34) will be available in North America in Q1, starting at USD 429.99; in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 499, and in Australia in 1,099, starting at Q1.

The TravelMate B3 Spin 12 (TMB312R-31) will be available in North America in Q1, starting at USD 499.99; in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 399, and in Australia in Q1, starting at AUD 1,489.

The TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31-G2) will be available in North America in Q1, starting at USD 549.99, and in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 349.

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.

Specifications

Name

Acer TravelMate B3 11

Models

TMB311-34/TMB311-34T/TMB311-34-TCO/TMB311-34T-TCO

Operating System

Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro

Processors

Intel® Processor N250

Intel® Processor N150

Graphics

Intel® Graphics

Display

11.6-inch FHD (1920×1080) 16:9 aspect ratio, wide viewing angle up to 170-degrees

11.6-inch HD (1366×768), 16:9 aspect ratio, wide viewing angle up to 170-degrees

Memory

Up to 8 GB LPDDR5 SDRAM

Storage

128 GB/256 GB, PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD

Up to 128 GB UFS or eMMC storage

Camera

FHD (1920×1080) UFC camera, 1080p HD video at 60 fps with Temporal Noise Reduction

HD (1280×720) UFC camera, 720p HD video at 30 fps with Temporal Noise Reduction

Acer webcam (2560×1920), 1080p FHD audio/video recording, integrated USB 2.0 controller

Audio

Dual speakers, dual microphones with Acer PurifiedVoice technology, Acer TrueHarmony technology, built-in microphone on world-facing camera (optional)

Ports

Service IO ports, Two USB Type-C (supports USB charging and DisplayPort), Two USB Type-A, HDMI 2.0 with HDCP support, Headphone/speaker jack, Ethernet (RJ-45) port

Battery

53 Wh 3-cell Li-ion battery, fast charging; provides battery life of up to 10 hours

Wireless and Networking

Wi-Fi 6E, supports Bluetooth 5.3 or above

Wi-Fi 7, supports Bluetooth 5.4 or above

Sensors

Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser-ranging Sensor, Hall sensor

Applications

Acer TravelMate Sense

Security

Acer ProShield Plus, Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM), camera shutter, Kensington Lock (nano-type)

Compliance

EPEAT® Gold, TCO-certified, MIL-STD 810H, Energy Star®

Dimensions and weight

290.8 (W) x 209.5 (D) x 19.9/21.5 (H) mm  [11.45 x 8.25 x 0.78/0.85 inches]; 1.34 kg [2.95 lbs]

 

Name

Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 12

Models

TMB312R-31/TMB312RN-31-/TMB312R-31-TCO/TMB312RN-31-TCO

Operating System

Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 SE, Windows 11 Pro

Processors

Intel® Processor N250

Intel® Processor N150

Graphics

Intel® Graphics

Display

12.2-inch WUXGA (1920×1200) 16:10 aspect ratio, integrated multi-touch, Antimicrobial Corning® Gorilla® Glass

Memory

Up to 8 GB LPDDR5 SDRAM

Storage

128 GB/256 GB, PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD

Up to 128 GB UFS or eMMC storage

Camera

FHD (1920×1080) UFC camera, 1080p HD video at 60 fps with Temporal Noise Reduction

HD (1280×720) UFC camera, 720p HD video at 30 fps with Temporal Noise Reduction

Acer webcam (2560×1920), 1080p FHD audio/video recording, integrated USB 2.0 controller

Audio

Dual speakers, dual microphones with Acer PurifiedVoice technology, Acer TrueHarmony technology, built-in microphone on world-facing camera (optional)

Ports

Service IO ports, Two USB Type-C (supports USB charging and DisplayPort), Two USB Type-A, HDMI 2.0 with HDCP support, Headphone/speaker jack, Ethernet (RJ-45) port

Battery

53 Wh 3-cell Li-ion battery, fast charging; provides battery life of up to 10 hours

Wireless and Networking

Wi-Fi 6E, supports Bluetooth 5.3 or above

Wi-Fi 7, supports Bluetooth 5.4 or above

Sensors

Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser-ranging Sensor, Accelerometer (G-sensor)

Applications

Acer TravelMate Sense

Security

Acer ProShield Plus, Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM), camera shutter, Kensington Lock (nano-type)

Compliance

EPEAT® Gold, TCO-certified, MIL-STD 810H, Energy Star®

Dimensions and weight

296 (W) x 215 (D) x 19.9/21.5 (H) mm  [11.65 x 8.46 x 0.78/0.85 inches]; 1.45 kg [3.2 lbs]

 

Name

Acer TravelMate B5 14

Models

TMB514-31-g2

Operating System

Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro

Processors

Intel® Core™ 3 processor N355

Intel® Processor N250

Intel® Processor N150

Graphics

Intel® Graphics

Display

14-inch FHD (1920×1080), 16:9 aspect ratio

14-inch FHD with IPS technology (1920×1080) 16:9 aspect ratio, 45% NTSC color gamut

Memory

Up to 8 GB LPDDR5X SDRAM

Storage

128 GB/256 GB, PCIe Gen 3 NVMe SSD

Up to 128 GB UFS or eMMC storage

Supporting SD Card

Camera

FHD (1920×1080) UFC camera, 1080p HD video at 60 fps with Temporal Noise Reduction

HD (1280×720) UFC camera, 720p HD video at 30 fps with Temporal Noise Reduction

Audio

Dual speakers, dual microphones with Acer PurifiedVoice technology, Acer TrueHarmony technology

Ports

Service IO ports, USB Type-C (supports USB charging and DisplayPort), Two USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1 with HDCP support, Headphone/speaker jack

Battery

53 Wh 3-cell Li-ion battery, fast charging

Wireless and Networking

Wi-Fi 6E, supports Bluetooth 5.3 or above

Wi-Fi 7, supports Bluetooth 5.4 or above

Applications

Acer TravelMate Sense, Acer QuickPanel, Quick Access, Acer User Sensing

Security

Acer ProShield Plus, Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Kensington Lock

Compliance

EPEAT® Gold, MIL-STD 810H, Energy Star®

Dimensions and weight

329.5 (W) x 231.8 (D) x 21.5/24.4 (H) mm  [12.97 x 9.13 x 0.85/0.96 inches] with Plastic A cover; 1.65 kg [3.64 lbs]

 

[1] Specifications may vary depending on model and/or region. All models are subject to availability

[2] Fast charge technology powers your device back up to 80% capacity in just an hour or 50% in 30 minutes.

About Acer  

Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world’s top technology companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. The company continues to evolve by embracing innovation across its offerings, which include computers and displays, while branching out to new businesses. Acer is also committed to sustainable growth, exploring new opportunities that align with its environmental and social responsibilities. The Acer Group employs over 8,000 employees that contribute to the research, design, marketing, sales and support of products, solutions, and services that break barriers between people and technology. Visit www.acer.com for more information.

© 2025 Acer Inc. All rights reserved. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available through all sales channels. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by location. Applicable sales tax extra.

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in Canada

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TORONTO, Oct 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces three of many new Club Offers for Club Members in Canada.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$799—COSTA RICA WEEK WITH FLIGHTS & CAR
We think fall is an ideal time to visit Costa Rica; the scenery is lush and the crowds are gone. Drive between volcanic Arenal and the idyllic beaches of Tamarindo on this seven-night trip. Since it’s not as busy, we were able to negotiate a price that saves members up to $648 on departures through mid-December.

$899—BARCELONA: 5 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Explore Barcelona’s world-class museums and architectural masterpieces in the quieter winter months to pack more into your trip. You won’t waste hours in lines and can access top restaurants that are fully booked in summer. We save $300 on travel this January and February, when temperatures are still spring-like. Roundtrip flights from Toronto, hotel and daily breakfast are included.

$999—ST. KITTS GETAWAY FOR 2, REG. $2083
Most visitors to St. Kitts book months in advance, but when we pointed out that travel enthusiasts are more spontaneous, this resort gave us a terrific rate for stays this November and December. Spend four nights in Frigate Bay and get an upgraded Oceanview room, too.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travellers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

Media Contact: 
Amanda Ieraci – Toronto
+1 437 866 8540
aieraci@travelzoo.com

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Howard Hughes Holdings Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) will replace Arcosa Inc. (NYSE: ACA) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, October 28. S&P 500 constituent CRH plc (NYSE: CRH) has acquired Arcosa in a deal that closed today, October 23.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

Effective Date

Index Name  

Action

Company Name

Ticker

GICS Sector

October 28, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

Howard Hughes Holdings

HHH

Real Estate

October 28, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Arcosa

ACA

Industrials

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Chelsea FC announces multi-year sleeve partnership with Sokin, the business payments and FX platform

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Chelsea FC name fast-growing fintech platform as Principal Partner

LONDON, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chelsea Football Club has today announced a multi-year partnership with Sokin, the embedded finance and payments company used by businesses worldwide. Sokin will be named a Principal Partner and Official Business Payments and FX Partner of Chelsea FC and Chelsea FC Women.

As a Principal Partner, Sokin will be represented on the sleeves of the Chelsea FC men’s, women’s and academy home, away, and third kits from the 2026/27 season.

The partnership brings together two ambitious London-headquartered organisations with worldwide reach – a club with millions of fans across the world and a fintech platform through which businesses move more than $11 billion a year. A club of Chelsea’s scale works in many currencies every day, with partners, competitions and supporters around the world, and needs a financial partner built to handle that.

Sokin gives finance teams business payments, multi-currency accounts, foreign exchange, checkout and treasury in one place, so they spend less time juggling banks and providers and keep more of what they move.

As Official Business Payments and FX Partner, Sokin will simplify how Chelsea FC sends, receives and manages money in the currencies the club operates in.

The Sokin logo will feature on the sleeve of the Chelsea shirt for the first time [when the men’s team host Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on Saturday 24th October.]

Jason Gannon, President at Chelsea FC said:

“At Chelsea, we seek to partner with organisations that share our ambition and innovative mindset. Sokin’s expertise in business payments, and their focus on making both simpler for the businesses they serve, makes them a natural fit for the Club. We are pleased to welcome Sokin to the Chelsea family and look forward to working together in the years ahead.”

Vroon Modgill, CEO and founder at Sokin said:

“Chelsea plays on the biggest stage in world football, and its business runs in dozens of currencies. Sokin was built for that with regulated, multi-currency payments and foreign exchange for organisations that operate internationally. We’re proud to be the platform behind the business payments and FX of one of the most iconic teams in football. Sokin’s platform serves businesses in more than 170 countries. We’re thrilled to be partners for the season ahead. An organisation as sophisticated as Chelsea doesn’t leave its finances to chance.”

About Sokin

Sokin is the financial layer global business runs on. Businesses can transact, convert and hold money in 70+ currencies across 170+ countries. Some businesses use Sokin to manage global finance in-house. Others build it into their products to power financial experiences for their customers. Businesses move more than $9 billion a year on licenses Sokin holds in 36+ countries and infrastructure Sokin owns. Founded in 2019, Sokin has raised over $100 million from investors including Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital and Prysm Capital.

About Chelsea Football Club

Chelsea Football Club is one of the biggest, most successful football clubs globally and our men’s team are reigning world champions, having won the four-yearly FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. Our women’s team, Chelsea Women, are also multiple trophy winners.

Founded in 1905, Chelsea is London’s most central football club, based at the iconic 40,000-capacity Stamford Bridge stadium. Nicknamed the Blues, the club lifted the Champions League for the first time in 2012 and domestically has won the Premier League five times, the FA Cup eight times, the Football League Cup five times and the Football League Championship once, in 1955.

The Chelsea Women’s team have enjoyed a huge amount of success and in 2025 won the FA Women’s Super League for a sixth consecutive year and the eighth time overall. The Women’s FA Cup has been won on six occasions. We have also captured the FA Women’s League Cup four times as well as reaching the UEFA Women’s Champions League final in 2021. In two seasons, 2020/21 and 2024/25, a domestic treble of trophies was secured.

The Chelsea Foundation boasts one of the most extensive community initiatives in sport, helping to improve the lives of children and young people all over the world.

Media Contacts:

Taina Biggs
taina.biggs@sokin.com 

Nerissa Chesterfield
nerissa.chesterfield@chelseafc.com 

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