March 2017 | Business View Magazine

18 19 opening lines A cer recently announced its new air monitor designed to help people keep tabs on indoor air quality. The Acer Air Monitor features a sleek and simple design, the device allows real-time monitoring of key air quality indicators through a dedicated app for smartphones, and by the changing colors of a breathing LED light embedded on the chas- sis. In addition, home automation based on air quality indicators, such as activating an air purifier can be achieved thanks to IFTTT inte- gration. “In realization of our vision of the IoB (Inter- net of Beings), an IoT based on intelligence, we’re excited to introduce the Acer Air Monitor to the market,” said Wayne Ma, General Manag- er of IoB, Acer Cloud Technology (Taiwan) Inc. “Research from the US1 and EU2 both show that people on average spend about 90 percent of their time indoors; at home, at work, and everywhere in between, and we would like to empower people with actionable information to make better life choices.” Further highlighting the importance of in- door air quality, the World Health Organization reported that 4.3 million people die each year from exposure to household air pollution. Through a wide variety of sensors, the Acer Air Acer’s NewAir Monitor will Keep You In The Know About the Air quality Around You Monitor is capable of tracking six key air quality indicators, including TVOC (Total Volatile Organ- ic Compounds), carbon dioxide, PM2.5, PM10, temperature, and humidity. The measured data can be easily accessed in real time from a ded- icated smartphone app from anywhere in the world through the internet, while warnings can be sent via push notifications when indicators exceed predefined thresholds. Triggers can also be sent to IFTTT, allowing users to take action when air quality changes. The Acer Air Monitor blends easily into home or office environments with a simple and sleek chassis, allowing users to place them through- out the house or workplace. A subtle circular breathing LED light allows users to visualize the current air quality through different colors that indicate varying degrees of air quality. An integrated sensor automatically turns off the light when the ambient lighting is dimmed to a certain level to prevent distracting users while they sleep. The Acer Air Monitor will be available in Q2 in selected countries. Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, you can contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com. Further highlighting the importance of indoor air quality, theWorld Health Organization reported that 4.3 million people die each year from exposure to household air pollution. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, you can contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION