Catch the Acer press conference live here

Technically IFA 2015 hasn't exactly started quite yet, but a few eager participants just can't wait any longer. Acer has set its conference for today at 11:00 AM Berlin local time (GMT + 2). This is now mere minutes away and we are on site, ready to keep you updated on any exciting news.

You can also follow the presentation live right here, thanks to Acer, which was kind enough to stream the whole thing.

So what can we expect from Acer? Well, the Taiwanese OEM has been extra secretive this year. However, we have heard a few rumors. One talks of a pair of new Liquid devices, the Z630 and Z530. Both have already popped up online with specs and pictures and look to be mid-level android offers. You can check the details in our previous news.

There have also been bolder speculations about Acer's IFA announcements. The company will allegedly introduce another four smartphones at the venue, all of which running Windows 10. Microsoft's mobile OS is still some time away from a proper release, so any new development in this respect can definitely stir excitement.

Last, but not least, Acer's PREDATOR gaming series should see new additions – most probably a laptop and a desktop PC. That is about as much as we currently know, so stick around for the whole scoop later today.

Acer tipped to announce four new Windows Phone devices at IFA 2015

Acer will announce as many as four new Windows Phone smartphones at this year's IFA conference, which is set to take place in Berlin in September, according to German websiteWinFuture's editor Roland Quandt.

While there was no word on the specifications of these alleged devices, it is safe to assume that they'll be powered by the Redmond, Washington-based company's upcoming Windows 10 for Mobile operating system.

Speaking of Windows 10 for Mobile, a Microsoft executive by the name of Anthony Doherty - who works as Windows and Surface Business Group Lead in South Africa - recently revealed that the OS is expected to arrive during the "November timeframe."

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Acer announced two new tablets with quad-core Intel Atom SoC

Yesterday Acer unveiled a wide array of new products at a press conference in New York. Among these were two new tablets - Acer Iconia One 8 (B1-820) and the Iconia Tab 10 (A3-A30). The company also teased a third slate - the gaming-centr Acer Predator Tablet.

The Iconia One 8 (B1-820) is a budget-oriented device with an 8-inch displayof the modest 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, a body with a thickness of 9.5mm and a quad-core Intel Atom processor. The amount of RAM is still unknown, but the aforementioned chips, along with Android 5.0 Lollipop should provide ample performance, especially for a budget device. Onboard storage is set at either 16GB or 32GB and the battery should provide up to 8.5 hours of endurance according to official information.

The Iconia Tab 10 (A3-A30) is also designed with a specific goal in mind. It is intended for educational use and is set to join the Google Education ecosystem. Like it name suggests, it has a larger 10.1-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. RAM is set at 2GB and storage options are abundant with 16GB, 32GB or 64GB. The processor is a quad-core Intel Atom and the device runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop as well.

Both devices are equipped with screens based Zero Air Gap technology and leverage Acer Precision Plus for improved touchscreen performance. Both also have 5MP rear cameras and front-facing shooters as well - 0.3 MP on the One 8 and 2MP on the Tab 10, respectively. The full list of specs can be found below.

Acer Iconia One 8 B1-820 specifications

• 8-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) HD IPS display based on Zero Air Gap technology
• 1.83 GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3735G processor
• 1GB RAM, 16GB / 32GB internal memory, expandable memory with microSD
• Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
• 5-megapixel rear camera, 88-degree wide angle lens
• 0.3MP front-facing camera
• Dimensions: 127.7 x 213.9 x 9.5mm; Weight: 355 grams
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
• up to 8.5 hours of battery life

Acer Iconia Tab 10 A3-A30 specifications

• 10.1-inch (1920 x 1200 pixels) FHD IPS display based on Zero Air Gap technology, Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection
• 1.83 GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3735F processor
• 2GB RAM, 16GB / 32GB / 64GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 64GB with microSD
• Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
• 5-megapixel rear camera
• 2MP front-facing camera
• Dimensions: 260 x 176 x 9.7 mm; Weight: 540g
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 and NFC
• up to 7.5 hours of battery life

As for the third tablet that Acer teased during the event, it is geared towards the Android gaming market. Not much is currently known about it, but we do have a few photos of the upcoming device. It definitely hits big on looks with four red grills on the front, which, hopefully, all house speakers.

As for hardware, everything is still a mystery, except for the screen size, which is 8 inches. Acer also hinted that the Predator tablet will come with some kind of haptic feedback and, much like most console controllers, provides some physical response while gaming.

As far as pricing and availability goes, the Iconia One 8 B1-820 should be available in North America in July with a price tag of $145 and by April in EMEA for €179. It will come in a large selection of 10 colors.

The bigger Tab 10 A3-A30 should hit stores in North America in May with a price of $299, as well as select EMEA markets for €299. It comes with optional stylus, protective film, bumper case, protective sleeve and wireless keyboard dock. As for the Acer Predator, all we currently know is that it should be coming in Q4 this year.

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Acer to launch tri-SIM Liquid X2 in the US this May

While you can buy Acer computers in the US you have to import its smartphones. This will end in May when the company will launch the Acer Liquid X2. It's a 5.5" phablet with three SIM slots. Three SIM phones are pretty rare, but even dual-SIMs are not that popular in the US.

Acer has added a 64-bit octa-core processor, 13MP camera and a massive 4,000mAh battery. The company already has one three-SIM phone, the 5" Acer Liquid E700, but this is clearly a higher-end option.

Unfortunately, there's not much more info about the Liquid X2. Acer will be offering Quick Flip covers, which have a tall, narrow window for notification display. The phone is coming in May, hopefully the price tag will arrive a bit sooner.

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