Acer today announced that its dual screen notebook/tablet, the Iconia 6120 Dual-Screen Touchbook is now available for pre-sale in North America. The Iconia features two touch-enabled 14-inch high definition widescreen LED backlit LCDs. The Touchbook is powered by Intel Core i5 processors and runs on Windows 7 operating system.

“The Acer Iconia Touchbook delivers a computing and visual experience like no other,” said Eric Ackerson, senior product marketing manager, Acer America. “Whether the Touchbook is used by a small business owner or a student, its unique dual screen design enhances the interaction they will have with their digital data. Our compelling design and applications will let them discover new and much more personal ways to communicate and enjoy the computing experience, regardless of whether it’s work related or for personal enjoyment.”

The Iconia has unique Acer Ring Control Interface that appears when user places five fingers in a circular pattern on the bottom display. The Ring Control gives access to Iconia touch-based applications called AppCards including TouchBrowser, MyJournal, Social Jogger, Scrapbook, TouchPhoto, TouchMusic and TouchVideo.

Other features on Iconia Touchbook include USB 3.0 port, 4GB RAM, 640GB hard drive, 1.3-megapixel camera, WiFi b/g/n and HDMI port. The Iconia weighs 6.18 pounds, which is quite heavy for a 14-inch notebook.

Acer Iconia-6120 Touchbook is available for pre-sale now and will be available in April at leading retailers nationwide for a starting price of $1,199.99.