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 Acer Switch Alpha 12 Thread v1, Gone with Alpha, now Switch 3, 5 & 7.

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thirumaran
post Jul 12 2016, 06:57 PM

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QUOTE(kc3832 @ Jul 10 2016, 01:51 PM)
Anyone can advise where can I get a screen protector and backlit keyboard for the Alpha 12?

Your help is very appreciated.
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Questions for you:

1) Is it comfortable to use as a tablet when reading say at bedtime?

2 Are there lots of fingerprints at the back when using as a tablet?

3) Hows the boot up time? I know its using SSD

4) How long is the warranty? Read in hardwarezone.sg that in Singapore it comes
with 2 yrs international warranty

5) Where did you buy it and did you get any freebies?

Im using Logitech K810 keyboard that comes with backlight with my Samsung Tab S2. However there is
no trackpad. Im thinking of selling of my Tab S2 if this Acer is comfortable to use as a tablet
for reading and watching movies

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thirumaran
post Oct 14 2016, 08:53 PM

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Anyone know where I can get a screen protector for this?

Just got the i3 unit with free 3 yrs Acer warranty from Lazada.

Replaced my Samsung tab s2 with this. The s2 was lighter but
getting a bit old with no new models from Samsung
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post Oct 15 2016, 07:23 AM

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QUOTE(mystvearn @ Oct 14 2016, 11:57 PM)
You don't mind the extra weight of this tablet? Windows ecosystem does not have lots of touch based apps. I thought the s2 is still doing fine?
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Yes. A bit heavy but my primary use is for watching movies and the stand helps a lot.

S2 is still ok but updates are slow and you need to buy a separate keyboard for productivity
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post Oct 15 2016, 11:04 AM

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QUOTE(mystvearn @ Oct 15 2016, 10:46 AM)
http://www.techradar.com/reviews/pc-mac/ta...-1327606/review
This?

I see. You might as well get an ultrabook.
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I like the acer. Office already provides an ultrabook
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post Oct 28 2016, 03:23 PM

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QUOTE(unequalteck @ Oct 17 2016, 08:43 PM)
need some feedback for this. what u guys mostly use for with this 2in1?
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I use it for Web surfing and movies with the i3 version.

My friend who has the i5 version is using it for her client presentations on the go (she is an insurance agent)
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post Oct 28 2016, 03:46 PM

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QUOTE(deeplyheartbroken @ Sep 19 2016, 08:17 PM)
Any news on the 7th gen processor update?
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surface 5 pro will launch next year only, I guess only then Acer will update.

QUOTE(c_s_mak @ Oct 28 2016, 02:47 PM)
Those who have alpha 12, do you think the ram or ssd is upgradable?
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Nope

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post Oct 28 2016, 05:19 PM

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QUOTE(unequalteck @ Oct 28 2016, 05:09 PM)
Bought it hahahaha
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i3 or i5?

did u get 3 yrs warranty upgrade foc?
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post Oct 29 2016, 07:08 AM

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[quote=unequalteck,Oct 28 2016, 09:55 PM]
How to get that upgrade? I bought it from harvey norman


Aisey man, buy from Lazada, cheaper the HN and free wireless mouse + 3 yr ACER warranty

I actually posted about this earlier
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post Nov 11 2016, 07:39 PM

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Extra RM200 off today only at lazada.

Includes free mouse + anti virus + 3 yrs warranty
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post Nov 15 2016, 11:40 AM

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For those of you who find the bundled charger too bulky, try charging it with a 3rd party USB C charger.

I got the Apple USB C Charger (19W) during 11/11 sales, and it works great!
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post Nov 15 2016, 05:55 PM

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QUOTE(Zul_XT @ Nov 15 2016, 02:30 PM)
can you post the Photo of the charger..
Previously I tried with the Macbook charger, it works, but if not mistaken its 39W

Thank you.
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QUOTE(iSean @ Nov 15 2016, 02:37 PM)
Does it have the prongs thingy to curl up the wire?
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Sorry its 29W

http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ262LL/...c-power-adapter

What prongs thingy? U need to buy the 2M cable separately.

I got this tip from Acer forums and Amazon Acer Aspire Alpha buyers
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post Nov 15 2016, 07:06 PM

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QUOTE(yltan @ Nov 15 2016, 06:02 PM)
How is the charging speed as I noticed that the original bundled charger is 45W against this Apple charger of 29W?
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I haven't measured yet.

But according to post #7 on this thread below, it's the same:

https://community.acer.com/t5/Windows-Table...ort/td-p/452567

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post Nov 30 2016, 08:44 PM

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QUOTE(ahngao_23 @ Nov 28 2016, 04:31 PM)
hi all,

acer switch alpha 12 vs lenovo miix 510 which 1 should i buy ? can advise ?

thanks
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So far I haven't had any issue with my unit except for the poor trackpad which is a design issue.

Bought in early October with additional 3 yr warranty. Offer still available and now with RM150 coupon I think.
Acer even has an accidental damage and theft warranty now.

I believe it has to do with batches. Old vs new batch. Read the overseas Acer forums before making your decision.


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post Dec 3 2016, 06:45 PM

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QUOTE(Intrigue @ Dec 2 2016, 12:01 PM)
I managed to get a case from http://www.acer.clickasia.my/

Initially i ordered the wrong one and i called them up and a guy mentioned there is a case for switch alpha and swap me with it. Price inclusive of delivery is around RM107

Rmk: http://www.acer.clickasia.my/acer-switch-11-12-snap-case - Bought the wrong one as i only realised there is another variant of Switch  bangwall.gif
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Bro,

how to order this case if the product page showing case for a different model (as per your link)?
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post Dec 8 2016, 01:09 PM

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QUOTE(Intrigue @ Dec 8 2016, 09:09 AM)
I call them.

Btw, anyone use usb c to chaarge this?
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using apple 29w usb c charger. see my comments few posts earlier


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post Dec 8 2016, 04:16 PM

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QUOTE(Intrigue @ Dec 8 2016, 02:04 PM)
Can share a photo? Will IP6plus adapter can do?

Btw, here is my sleeve
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Here is a photo:

http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ262LL/...c-power-adapter

IP6 plus adapter will be too slow

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post Dec 8 2016, 04:41 PM

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QUOTE(Intrigue @ Dec 8 2016, 02:04 PM)
Can share a photo? Will IP6plus adapter can do?

Btw, here is my sleeve
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is it just a sleeve and not a snap on case?
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post Dec 21 2016, 08:20 AM

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QUOTE(Intrigue @ Dec 20 2016, 12:51 PM)
Bought usb c charger and usb c to c cable from machines and cost 227 and 89 respectively. Bought another usb 3.1 hub extender with rj45 port for 155. Raking this machines price to around 4k+.
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Which hub extender did you get?
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post Aug 23 2017, 04:57 PM

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QUOTE(iSean @ Aug 23 2017, 02:45 PM)
Sad news to break, my Switch Alpha 12 officially died on me. sad.gif
Warranty expired 2 weeks back. Haish.
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I bought together with 3 yrs warranty
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post Sep 14 2017, 10:23 PM

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QUOTE(tzh2001 @ Sep 11 2017, 03:37 PM)
just brought i5 version for my sis for her study in UK
hopefully no any issue during this 1 year sweat.gif
as per salesman, only i5 & i7 unit come with backlit keyboard  sweat.gif
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if im not mistaken, someone in this thread mentioned that for the new batches,
even the i3 models come with backlit keyboard

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