The ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Flip CR1 present a full-feature ChromeOS for Education, while offering a 11.6″ display, tough chassis, and smart innovations.
ASUS Philippines is further extending its presence in the education sector with the introduction of two new laptops, the ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Chromebook Flip CR1, featuring an 11.6-inch display.
The ASUS Chromebook CR1 Series is specifically designed for the demands of the education environment, boasting military-grade reliability. It has been rigorously tested to meet the industry-leading MIL-STD-810H durability standards, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of everyday life, both at home and in the classroom. The laptop comes with smart protective features, including an all-round rubber bumper and a spill-resistant keyboard, providing added peace of mind.
Both the ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Chromebook Flip CR1 offer an impressive 12-hour battery life, allowing students to power through a full day of learning and more. Additionally, they support fast charging, ensuring quick recharging whenever needed. The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1, in particular, offers the added flexibility of a convertible design. It also comes with an optional garaged stylus for enhanced creativity and a world-facing camera, opening up innovative learning opportunities.
With the ASUS Chromebook CR1 Series, ASUS Philippines aims to cater to the unique requirements of the education sector, providing durable and feature-rich laptops that empower students and educators alike.
Educational Reliability: Ruggedized Laptop Design
ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Flip CR1 laptops are engineered to withstand the rigors of everyday use, ensuring they can handle knocks, bumps, drops, and spills without incurring damage. These rugged Chromebook models have undergone extensive testing and have successfully met the demanding U.S. military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability standards. From rigorous 120cm Drop Tests to stringent Panel Pressure Tests, the ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Flip CR1 provide students and educators with reliable durability that keeps them going.
The display hinge and I/O ports of these Chromebooks have also been exhaustively tested to endure the stresses and strains of daily use, ensuring long-lasting performance. The four exterior edges and corners are protected by a sturdy rubber bumper, minimizing the impact of physical shocks and safeguarding critical laptop components. Additionally, a rubber safety grip on the base provides secure support and makes it easier to carry, reducing the risk of fumbles and slips.
Moreover, the ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Flip CR1 feature a spill-resistant keyboard that can repel up to 330cc of liquid without harm. This ensures that minor spills can be easily drained, cleaned, and dried without causing damage. The keyboard is designed to resist tampering, with minimal gaps between the keycaps and the keyboard surround to prevent keys from being pried out. The laptops also sport a tough, micro-dimpled finish that can withstand fingerprints, as well as minor scuffs and scratches.
To provide peace of mind and ensure reliability, ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Flip CR1 come with a 3-year on-site warranty that offers comprehensive coverage for students and teachers. Additionally, these Chromebooks are protected by ASUS Platinum Protection, which extends coverage to accidental damage, including drops, liquid damage, and other acts of nature. This program goes beyond the standard warranty, providing additional protection for users.
Essential Learning Features: New Ways to Learn
Experience limitless possibilities with the ASUS Chromebook CR1 series. The versatile ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 takes it a step further with its flippable design, offering a range of usage modes to suit various tasks. It also comes with a garaged stylus that enables students to unleash their creativity and boost productivity. With quick and precise movements, students can effortlessly take notes, sketch, and jot down ideas. The stylus automatically charges when garaged, ensuring it’s always ready for use and providing a convenient storage solution.
To enhance the learning experience, the ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 is equipped with an 8MP world-facing camera positioned above the keyboard. This allows students to explore and learn in entirely new ways, enabling them to capture photos and videos while in tablet mode.
With a 47Wh battery, the ASUS Chromebook CR1 Series offers exceptional battery life, lasting up to 12 hours on a single charge. This means students can enjoy uninterrupted learning and entertainment throughout a full day of classes and beyond. The reliable battery performance empowers students to make the most of their Chromebook without worrying about running out of power.
Discover the boundless potential of the ASUS Chromebook CR1 Series, where versatility, creativity, and long-lasting battery life combine to enhance the educational journey.
Safety first: Antibacterial protection and low blue-light emissions
To provide a clean and hygienic user experience, ASUS has treated these laptops with ASUS Antibacterial Guard. This innovative technology is applied to the keyboard area and has been scientifically proven to inhibit the growth of bacteria by over 99% within a 24-hour period. By implementing this antibacterial solution, ASUS aims to maintain a sanitary surface and protect users, particularly educators, from potential bacterial contamination.
In addition, ASUS has prioritized user eye health by including screens certified by TÜV Rheinland for low blue-light emissions. These certified screens minimize the emission of blue light, which can be detrimental to eye health, especially during prolonged study sessions. By reducing blue-light exposure, ASUS helps to safeguard students’ eyes and promote healthier screen usage.
Furthermore, the ASUS Chromebook CR1 Series is equipped with an anti-glare display. This feature effectively reduces reflections on the screen, providing comfortable viewing experiences in any lighting conditions. By minimizing glare, ASUS enhances user comfort and reduces eye strain during extended use.
With the ASUS Antibacterial Guard, low blue-light emission certification, and anti-glare display, ASUS demonstrates its commitment to ensuring the safety, well-being, and optimal user experience for educators and students alike.
Less Downtime, More Learning time: Easier Maintenance
To minimize maintenance costs for schools, parents, and students, ASUS has designed the Chromebook CR1 and Chromebook Flip CR1 with easy servicing and reduced downtime in mind. These laptops feature a modular construction that enables key components like the keyboard, touchpad, and panel to be replaced quickly and effortlessly using simple tools.
Additionally, ASUS has implemented a convenient maintenance feature by securely attaching the underside of the laptops using captive screws. This eliminates concerns about losing these small parts during repair processes, ensuring a hassle-free maintenance experience.
With these user-friendly design elements, ASUS aims to streamline maintenance procedures and reduce the time and effort required for repairs. By making servicing easier and more efficient, the Chromebook CR1 series provides a cost-effective solution for schools, parents, and students while minimizing disruptions to learning activities.
The Best of Google for Education
To further empower education, ASUS Chromebook CR1 series laptops unlock the best of Google for Education, including access to Google Play. Chrome OS, paired with the full power of Google Workspace for Education, including productivity apps such as Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar, Meet, and more, allows users to collaborate quickly and seamlessly stay in sync with their favorite apps. This also allows users to easily access school-related files from anywhere with an internet connection. Plus, the Google Admin console allows school IT staff to remotely manage a wide range of policies and settings.
Automatic updates and built-in virus protection seamlessly keep ASUS Chromebook CR1 series laptops safe, secure, and always up to date. The laptops are also built around the rock-solid security of a personal Google account, so all private documents, emails, photos, and confidential data are kept safe at all times.
Availability & Pricing
The ASUS Chromebook CR1 and Flip CR1 are the perfect tools for Blended Learning. These Chromebooks shine bright for Young Educators. The ruggedized construction endures the stresses and strains of everyday use in the classroom or outdoors. You canTalk to our Experts here to know more about these new ASUS Chromebook series laptops.
Stay tuned for more news on the incredible ASUS for Business products on the ASUS Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ASUSph/) and the ASUS for Business website (http://asus.com/ph/Business). For inquiries, message us on the ASUS for Business Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/asusforbusinessph/).
