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    Headlines - Acer finally grabs Packard Bell

    Purchase of 75 per cent of the company thwarts Lenovo’s European ambitions.
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    Re: Headlines - Acer finally grabs Packard Bell

    Sorry, one wonky laptop manufacturer buys another...? I remain unthrilled...

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    Re: Headlines - Acer finally grabs Packard Bell

    Important news if your in the channel.
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    Re: Headlines - Acer finally grabs Packard Bell

    It's further consolidation basically - even less choice for the consumer. The top 3 PC makers own a larger share of the overall global market every year and their acquisitions accelerate this trend.

    It's also relevant if you were keen to see Lenovo grow as a consumer proposition.

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