The North American HD DVD Promotional Group today announced that Acer has officially joined the Group. "We're pleased that Acer is now a member of the North American HD DVD Promotional Group," said Ken Graffeo, co-president of the North American HD DVD Promotional Group.

"Acer is already producing a stellar line of HD DVD-enabled notebook PCs for consumers today and we expect continued strong demand for their products. Acer's support is one reason HD DVD continues to be the worldwide leader in the PC market."

"Acer is pleased to join the North American HD DVD Promotional Group to help bring the freshest technology to more consumers worldwide," said Campbell Kan, Vice President, Mobile Computing Business Unit, Acer Inc. "We are confident that our comprehensive HD DVD notebook offers will meet consumers' demand and expectation for true high definition experience. I look forward to further promoting the merit of HD DVD, in close collaboration with the Group."

Acer has already announced at IFA 2007 its participation in the Blu-Ray Disc Association.