In a major departure from traditional tech rollout patterns, South Africa became the primary global launch market for the Acer AiTV device. Microsoft’s optimised Windows 11 updates have shifted local AI operations to run on Small Language Models (SLMs) without requiring high-end hardware. The e10 portfolio: To protect the entry-level market, Acer has launched the e10 ET-Book range. For us, breaking barriers, especially in a market like Africa, requires local solutions to local adoption challenges. For more information about Acer Africa and its range of products, please visit www.acer.com/za-en.