Acer's Chromebase was unveiled at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2016 but the new version includes Google software and is built for video conferencing. It includes features such as schedule tracking and sessions with the instant messaging and video chat platform Google Hangouts, with up to 25 people. The OS giant claims that the all-in-one computer can be used after users plug it in and connect it to the Internet.

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Chromebase features a 24-inch 720-pixel touchscreen display. It also has an adjustable HD camera, two speakers, and a 4-mic array for conferences.

Chromebase also includes many ports at the back of the computer including for USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and headphones. A Secure Digital (SD) card reader is also included.   

This is the first Chromebase for Meetings machine built by Acer, according to VentureBeat. It is a desktop developed for video conferencing.

Vidya Nagarajan is the senior product manager of Chrome for work. He shared in a blog post that Chromebase was built for use in small spaces and by two users in one room. Businesses that need a more powerful system could consider a Chromebox PC.

This is not the first Chromebase launched. Google entered the videoconferencing business in 2014 when it rolled out its Chromebox for Meetings. While Chromebase is a more basic unit it shows that the Alphabet subsidiary wants to build more devices for businesses.

Companies in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia can purchase a Chromebase for $799. The price tag includes one year of management/support fees.

Google is offering a $250 discount if companies buy two Chromebases that makes the price tag $549 per unit. The management and support is also thrown in for free.  

In related news Neverware is offering CloudReady software to schools that transforms slow Windows and Mac PCs to high-speed Chromebooks. It can convert old CPUs into two-boot systems running Microsoft's Windows and Google's Chrome OS, according to Albany Daily Star.

A low-priced Chromebook and Neverware's software makes it easier to run two operating systems and inessential to buy two devices. Another benefit is that it makes desktops and laptops more powerful while helping schools that lack the budget for new laptops.

Here's a review of Acer Chromebase: