# Rugged Student Lifestyle Laptops The Acer TravelMate B114-21 Laptop is Feature-Rich and Durable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-01-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-travelmate-b11421 References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/acer-travelmate-b114-21-is-a-tough-amd-laptop-for-students-22563143/) & [acer](https://www.acer.com) The [Acer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-chromebook-plus-514) TravelMate B114-21 laptop has been shown off by the company as an [education-focused technology solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspire-2) that will provide users with advanced capabilities in a durably designed enclosure. Powered by a 7th generation [AMD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-aspire-go-14) A6-9920C processor, the laptop is supported by up to 16GB of RAM and can also offer users a SSD hard drive with up to 256GB of storage. The durability of the laptop is placed front and center with an impact-resistant chassis and a rubber bumper that will allow it to survive the rough and tumble of student life both in and out of the classroom. The Acer TravelMate B114-21 laptop can also be folded flat to simplify group work in the classroom. With pricing information not yet available, the laptop is set to retail in the second quarter of 2019. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Education-focused Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced technology solutions designed specifically for the education industry to enhance learning experiences. - **Durable Laptops:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create rugged laptops with impact-resistant chassis and rubber bumpers to withstand the demands of student life and other rugged environments. - **Group Collaboration Tools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design laptops that can be easily folded flat to facilitate group work and collaboration in various settings. ### Where This Applies - **Education Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technology solutions tailored specifically for educational institutions to enhance teaching and learning processes. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create durable laptops for the consumer market that can withstand rough handling and offer advanced features. - **Office Furniture & Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design collaborative workstations and furniture that integrate technology, such as foldable laptops, to support group collaboration in office environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Accelerated Affordable Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-chromebook-plus-514.md) - [Classroom-Ready Laptop Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-chromebooks.md) - [Enterprise-Ready Laptop Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-laptops.md) - [Accessible Remote Learning Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-314-chromebook.md) - [AI-Enhanced Business Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-travelmate-ai-laptops.md) - [Travel-Focused Enterprise Laptop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enterprise-laptop.md) - [Flexibly Durable Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-vivobook-16.md) - [Multitasking Professional Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-chromebook-315.md) - [Classroom-Ready Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-vero-chromebooks.md)