ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG Review: The Sleekest 8-inch Phablet from ASUS with 64-bit Performance

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You are probably as sick as us looking at the war of smartphones today, as there are more players in the game bringing on the slimmest form factor and the most number of CPU cores on it, however none of them has actually thought of revolutionizing the large
phablet
 market once again. Of course, I’m not suggesting that there’s a revolutionary
phablet
 at this time, but someone really needs to revisit this particular market segment once again and ASUS is just the company that has decided to look upon the large phablet category once again with the
Fonepad
 8.

ASUS FonePad 8 Hardware Specifications

Processor: Intel Atom Z3530 64-bit 1.3GHz Quad-Core
RAM/ROM:

1GB/8GB
 expandable up to 64GB
Display:
 8″ 1280×800 IPS
Camera:
 5MP Autofocus (Main), 2MP (Front)
Connectivity:
 WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, BT 4.0, NFC
Networks:
 Dual SIM standby, DC-HSPA+/GSM
Battery:
 4000mAh

Redefining a large
phablet
 design

We’ve always complained that 8-inch
phablet
s don’t really fit well into our pockets and therefore we’ve always opted for a 7-inch
phablet
 if we ever need one, however some people may find that the latter to be too small for reading and that’s why here is why ASUS has come to the rescue.

The FonePad 8 is an 8-inch phablet measuring at 8.9mm thin and has pretty slim screen bezels that gives it a mere width of 120mm, the device also weighs a mere 310g which is extremely light for a huge slate. ASUS not only had the
FonePad
 8 slimmed down but it also introduce the familiar rough texture material that we’ve come to loved once on the entry level FonePad 7 FE170CG.

Apart from having a fresh and sleek design, ASUS has decided to include a pair of front firing speakers instead of maintaining a single one, which outputs excellent sound quality and very much surpasses HTC’s own BoomSound speakers (no kidding!), it’s a perfect device for listening your favorite music and watching your Hollywood blockbusters with that clear, realistic sound output.

To my surprise, the
FonePad
 8 actually fits into my pockets, not that it is the most comfortable experience when I sat down it it, but walking with a huge slate seems to be fine in my
case
. However when the phablet starts ringing on phone calls and notifications, I did struggle trying to get that huge slate out of my pockets so its best that you carry a handbag along with you or simply pair it with a Bluetooth smartwatch/headset if you ever wanted to know what events are happening on the device.

While not truly revolutionary, the FonePad 8 marks a start for ASUS on redefining a large phablet design, at least while others are still focused on making smartphones, ASUS hasn’t gave up on the phablet consumer category.

Display

Since the
FonePad
 8 is still marketed as an affordable phablet, ASUS has obviously maintained a common but still good 1280×800 resolution display and to be frank, we dearly wished that ASUS could include a Full HD display and won’t even mind if the tablet’s cost increase by a little. With that said, the phablet’s display is still good with vibrant color reproduction and good viewing angles, screen sensitivity is good with 10 multi-touch points.

Screen brightness however isn’t great at outdoors, making it a less productive device if you’re always having coffee outside with the device outside the house, however you’d be happy that it will work well in reading e-books and webpages, thanks to the device’s reading mode that tends to reduce Blue Light and soothes your eyes in low room light.

Zen UI is great as usual

While we have virtually no complaints of ASUS’ Zen UI and its features, performance used to be an issue on some devices with 1GB RAM and sadly on the
FonePad
 8 this time, the RAM barely managed to keep itself free from its heavy processes, apps can crash at times and even freezes can happen to the device if you’ve exhausted the RAM, its really a shame while Intel’s 64-bit processor begins to show some slight performance over the company’s predecessors and most importantly, graphics performance have improved significantly on games with the new PowerVR Series 6 GPU onboard.

Zen UI, is one of the best launchers on a tablet device and ASUS hasn’t done any changes to the user experience, you still get the set of beautiful wallpapers, clean and flat looking app icons, consistent color schemes on default apps, and productive features such as What’s Next and Do It Later, all of these things made a lot of sense on a device meant for productivity purposes.

Even though Android 4.4 KitKat still comes preloaded on the device, we believe the device should get a taste of Lollipop very soon given that it comes with 64-bit hardware, but then we shall see if the new Android version will actually solve its RAM issue. Worried about that 8GB internal storage? You’d be happy to know that ASUS has allowed most apps to be moved to the
SD card
so make you purchase one as well.

Camera

We haven’t been really impressed with the camera of the Fonepad series as we may assume that the company thinks nobody would want to take pictures with a phablet. However in this
case
, camera modules are getting cheaper by the day and most people won’t actually mind holding a huge tablet for taking pictures, the lack of a good camera sensor is really unfortunate and the Fonepad 8’s camera sadly doesn’t deliver the best imaging results.


ASUS is giving RM100 Steam Wallet codes to first time buyers of the X299 motherboards with an ASUS GTX 1070 graphics card

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ASUS Republic of Gamers has just announced a bundle promotion of their new X299-series motherboard with an ASUS Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 and above cards. The promotion entitles new owners to redeem an RM100 Steam Wallet which will run from 14 August to 30 September 2017.

The promotion is to encourage end users to explore the newly released motherboard and with the RM100 Steam Wallet, it would encourage users to purchase games which they can run on their new setup. Users who purchased the motherboard together with any of ASUS GTX 1070 graphics card and above at
ASUS Authorized Partner
 stores can register their details and redeem their codes from
here
. The RM100 code will be sent to the user via email or phone within 14 working days.

The following motherboards are eligible for the promotion:

ROG Strix X299-E Gaming
 RM1,735

TUF X299 Mark 2
 RM1,318

Prime X299-A
 RM1,690

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ASUS GR8 Review

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The ASUS GR8 has been out for quite some time now. It was ASUS first attempt at trying out something bold and new, a gaming console PC. Although it sounds like a contradiction in terms, ASUS, also a laptop manufacturer, has taken the Core i7 laptop processor and hardware, housing them in a casing similar sized to an game console. This small form factor was made possible because it doesn’t need to include a battery, screen or touchpad. The ASUS GR8 uses an external power brick.

Starting off with the specifications, the ASUS GR8 is powered by a Core i7 4510U processor and GeForce 750Ti graphics. This was a good move by ASUS to not use a mobile GPU. The GTX 750Ti performs better than most mobile GPUs and is slightly better than the GTX 860M. It comes with 8GB of 1600MHZ DDR3 RAM and a 1TB 7200RPM HDD. ROG GR8 aims to perform well at PC gaming at maximum resolution of 1080P without any thought of 4K or multi-monitor, making it targeted at that large Full HD TV in your living room.

Design and Features

The side of the ASUS GR8 sports the Republic of Gamers logo.

Over at the front, the GR8 shows off its console-esque with audio/mic jacks and a pair of USB 2.0 ports on the front, along with the power and Miracast buttons so the GR8 can act as a receiver for media that you stream from your Smartphone or tablet to your TV. Only one of the USB 2.0 ports at the front supports USB Charger function.

The rear of the GR8 carries four USB 3.0 ports, HDMI and DisplayPort, optical S/PDIF and an array of audio jacks. ASUS played it smart by making all of the USB ports at the back USB 3.0 ports but it would have been nice if we could see some USB 3.0 ports in the front too. Optical S/PDIF would be useful when connected with your home theatre system for a good surround sound living room entertainment experience.

Network connections are well handled either by Intel Gigabit with GameFirst III traffic shaping or Realtek 802.11ac and Bluetooth. ASUS also added a few neat ROG features such as USB Charger Plus (which works even when the system is asleep or off), SupremeFX audio and a headphone amp. They are still pretty useful features.

Performance and Benchmarks

Performance is pretty decent on this build as what you’ve expect from an i7 and a GTX 750Ti.

The GR8 still manages to show off decent frames while games still looking good at 1080P. The GTX 750Ti desktop GPU clearly shines here as a good step taken by ASUS rather than putting in a mobile GPU.

Upgradability

Disassembling the ASUS GR8 is fairly easy. The side panel slides off easily, revealing the 2.5″ bay cover and the RAM cover.

ASUS officially allows you to add another 2.5″ drive with ease with support of up to 1TB on a single slot. I would recommend adding another SSD and making that your primary OS boot drive for a good computing and game loading experience.

The RAM cover on the other hand comes off easily by just peeling the cover open. The ASUS GR8 is capable of being upgraded in DDR3L RAMs up to 16GB.

We digged in further, removing more screws on the panel we had in front of us, it revealed the back of the board. Here, we saw the MIRACast card, the usual DDR3L RAM slots and drive slot seen earlier and to my surprise, a USB port.

Turn it around and we have the GTX 750Ti GPU heatsink and copper pipes from the processor. From the design, we could judge that the cooling is focused primarily on the GPU than the CPU since its a mobile processor which also means less heat dissipation.

We have the 1TB 7200RPM drive here that performs decently similarly to desktop grade hard drives. The maximum stated for drive upgrades per slot is 1TB so you’re not going to be replacing this any time soon unless you plan to replace it with a SSD.

So the only things you could upgrade in the ASUS GR8 is the RAMs and the drives. The GTX 750Ti being embedded into the motherboard is one of the steps taken in order to keep it small factor. Upgradability is limited similarly to a laptop.

Cooling

Cooling is a pretty important topic when it comes to small form factor PCs. Cool air is drawn in from the bottom and vented to the top so laying the GR8 on its angled side isn’t recommended.

ASUS has done an amazing job with the cooling of the ASUS GR8 as the CPU idles at 36 degrees and the GPU at 29 degrees. Under load the CPU temp rises to 60 degrees then drops back to 50 degrees as the cooling fan automatically increases in speed. It is clear that the cooling system can easily handle either the CPU or GPU when either one gets hot and only has to work a little harder when both CPU and GPU are pushed to the limit. The processor heat dissipation isn’t much so the cooling is more focused on the GPU than the CPU itself.

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Asus has introduced the new ZenBook Flip 13 and 15

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During IFA 2018, Asus introduced the new ZenBook Flip 13 and 15, dubbing it the world’s most compact convertible laptops. The laptops are 10% smaller than its predecessors and feature NanoEdge displays with ultra-narrow bezels and a 90% screen-to-body ratio.

The laptops are not just pretty devices, they come with an 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor, up to 16GB of RAM and fast PCIe SSD storage and an HDD which will boot the laptop up in just a matter of seconds.

 The ZenBook Flip 15 comes with a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q graphics card and a PANTONE Validated 4K UHD display. The displays have built-in ASUS calibration Technology for easy colour calibration and low Delta-E values of 3.0 on the FHD panel and under 2.0 for the 4K UHD displays.

Both the ZenBook Flip 13 and 15 features the 360-degrees ErgoLift hinge design with a smooth stepless action to place the laptop into laptop, tablet, stand or tent modes. The ErgoLift hinge lifts and tilts the keyboard to a comfortable typing angle when it is open beyond 135-degrees.

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Asus has reduce the price of the ZenFone Max Plus and ZenFone 4 Max in Malaysia

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Asus has just announced that they are reducing the price of two of their previously released phones. The phones in question are the ZenFone Max Plus and the ZenFone 4 Max, both phones were excellent contenders in the smartphone market during their time.

The ZenFone Max Plus comes with a 5.7-inch display, a MediaTek octa-core processor, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. It is also one of the cheaper phones that comes with a dual 16MP cameras on the back and a 16MP camera on the front. Being the Max variant it comes with a 4130mAh battery which was quite impressive for its time.

On the other hand, the ZenFone 4 Max comes with a Snapdragon 425 processor, 5.2-inch IPS display, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. The back houses dual 13MP sensors with an 8MP sensor on the front. Again, being the Max variant, it comes with a 4100mAh battery.

The ZenFone Max Plus previously retailed at RM649, but it retails now for RM499, while the ZenFone 4 Max previously retailed for RM499 will now cost RM399. The phones can be purchased at all Asus authorised resellers or on their
Official Lazada Store
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ASUS hires Gal Gadot as new ZenBook ambassador

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ASUS is prepared to have an exciting COMPUTEX in the month of June, and the company has announced an ambassador for it’s premium ZenBook notebooks, and it is none other than the actress of Wonder Woman – Gal Gadot. This makes the subsequent ambassadorship for the Israeli actress after Huawei, the official video by ASUS teased the message of unleashing your creativity, which we could expect the next generation of ZenBooks to probably put an emphasis on performance and design.

Last year, ASUS launched a few interesting ZenBooks, one of it being the ZenBook Pro, a rival to the MacBook Pro and Dell XPS 15 with a discrete GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card; the ZenBook Flip S, a lightweight 2-in-1 device that merely weighs 1.1kg and comes with fast charging via USB-C; the ZenBook 3 Deluxe, a lightweight 14-inch notebook fitted into a 13-inch panel weighing merely 1.1kg and comes with Thunderbolt 3 ports. We should expect a specs bump to the 8th Generation Intel Core processors on the new ZenBooks, and probably an updated design to the current outgoing models.

We’ll be live over at ASUS’ COMPUTEX event on June 5th, so stay tuned at this space for further updates.

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Asus introduces new Maximus X and ROG Strix Z370 motherboards that support Coffee Lake processors

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With the Coffee Lake chips front Intel already out in the market, there is a need for motherboards that would support the power that these chips can produce. Asus has taken up the challenge and produced ROG Maximus X and ROG Strix Z370 series motherboard to support this new generation chips from Intel.

THe Maximus X Apex is a hardcore gaming and overclocking board designed to break performance records.

The Maximus X Hero will offer users leading performance with premium extras, Maximus X Code will redefine the performance essentials for gamers and enthusiast and finally, is the Maximus X Formula which was designed primarily for cutting-edge showcase PCs.

Then comes in the ROG Strix family which is catered to a more wider audience, it provides everything a gamer needs on a motherboard but excludes some of the indulgence features to place it at an affordable price point.

Previously, Asus’s motherboards have set a new overclocking record on the Maximus X Apex which brought the 8th Generation Core i7-8700K to a mind-boggling clock speed of 7.3GHz on all of its 6-cores and highest DDR4 memory frequency record with a speed of 5529.2MHz.

All these motherboards are already available for purchase from all authorized Asus resellers and pricing are listed below:

ROG MAXIMUS X HERO – RM1,386

TUF Z370 PLUS GAMING – RM899

ROG STRIX Z370F GAMING – RM999

PRIME Z370-P – RM770

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Asus introduces the TUF Gaming FX504 laptop that now comes with a GTX 1060 graphics chip

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Asus Malaysia has introduced the new TUF Gaming FX504 Gaming Laptop that offers users immersive gameplay with the stability and durability to match.

The FX504 comes equipped with the 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8750H processor and up to a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card, all packed into a 2.5cm chassis which weights 2.3kg. The display is a 15.6-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 3ms grey-to-grey response time and 130% sRGB colour gamut support which is equivalent to 94% NTSC. The laptop is kept cool under intense gaming sessions thanks to its HyperCool technology which is paired with the patented ADC system with Fan Overboost. The ADC system removes dust and particles via two dedicated tunnels to prevent build-up in the thermal fins and the Fan Overboost provides users with different modes to achieve a balance between fan performance and noise level.

The laptop comes with DTS Headphone:X to ensure home theatre-quality 7.1-channel surround sound on headphones, laptop speakers, and external speakers while The Game profile enables the audio engine to process sound more accurately. Keeping up with its tough profile, the keys on the keyboard has a durable 20-million key press lifespan and offers 1.8mm of travel distance for a long-lasting, comfortable and easy typing experience.

The TUF Gaming FX504 ranges from RM3149 to RM4999 based on the specifications which are listed below:

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Asus introduces 300Hz laptop display – first to get it is ROG Zephyrus S GX701 this October

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You’ve seen 144Hz and 240Hz laptop monitors, they’re nice – but Asus thinks mankind could go one better. The madlads have only gone and created a panel that pushes 300Hz refresh rates.

The Taiwanese brand took to IFA 2019 yesterday to announce that we’ll first be seeing the new panel on the existing ROG Zephyrus S GX701 gaming laptop. It has the hardware to support such a high refresh rate – think Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080, Intel Core i7 and up to 32GB RAM.

With a faster panel, Asus says that it draws a new frame every 3.3ms, making viewing experiences smooth as silk. This is of course useful for e-sports athletes and ultra-competitive gamers. The issue however, is that AAA titles might not be able to run at such a high framerate, even for a beast such as the Zephyrus, but tournament titles like Overwatch, DOTA 2 and CS:GO can definitely go that high.

The new variant of the ROG Zephyrus S GX701 will be available this October – besides the new panel, we’ll also like be seeing it with new 10-th-Gen Ice Lake Intel Core processors too.

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Asus introduces new ROG devices equipped with RTX 2080 cards

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2019 is It’s the advent of mobile Nvidia RTX 2080 gaming laptops – Acer’s Predator Triton 500 was recently released and sports your choice of an RTX 2070 or RTX 2080; the Lenovo Legion Y740 boasts an RTX 2080 – what both these models have in common is that they’re meant to be portable RTX-equipped beasts.

Following in the same vein are Asus ROG with the introduction of a 17-inch variant in the ROG Zephyrus S lineup. The older and smaller ROG Zephyrus S GX531 features an Nvidia RTX GeForce 2070 – this model is succeeded by the larger 17-inch GX701 laptop that’ll come equipped with an RTX 2080 8GB Max-Q.

It also comes with an Intel Core i7-8750H processor, 8GB of on-board memory and 1TB M.2 SSD. It sports an RGB back-lit keyboard, volume roller and numpad-touchpad hybrid. The laptop is priced at RM13,999.

If you’re a more traditional desktop gamer, Asus also announced two pre-built gaming rigs – the ROG STRIX GL10CS and the STRIX GL12CX.

Starting with the pricier STRIX GL12CX – its equipped with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 8GB, Intel Core i9-9900K processor, 16GB DDR4 RAM, three 512GB M.2 SSDs and a 1TB HDD. The PC is priced at RM14,999.

Moving on to the more accessible ROG STRIX GL10CS, it comes with a Nvidia GeForce 1060 6GB, Intel Core i5-8400 or i5-8700, up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM, one 128GB M.2 SSD and one 1TB HDD. You can get this PC from a very accessible RM2,699.

All models are available to purchase now.

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ASUS introduces the new ROG and Prime motherboards that will support the AMD Ryzen Threadripper

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The Threadripper, the processor that AMD has created to end all debates on which brand would suit users and of course the Threadripper is not complete without a throne to sit on. That’s where ASUS comes in, as they have released the X399 platform to support the processor. The socket is called the TR4, and ASUS has also provided a Republic of Gamers variant of the motherboard as well.

Extensive cooling options are available on all the X399 motherboards. The board is also smart enough to overclock the system and tune the cooling system based on the load the processor is going through. This options can be modified by an advanced user but a beginner can easily optimize the system with a single click. The boards also have multiple headers for you to add more LED strips on top of the RGB lighting that the board already provides and each LED is able to be controlled as they will be apart of the Aura Sync that can sync the lighting across motherboards, graphics cards, and RAM. The board supports an immense amount of bandwidth and because of that, the board is equipped with lots of ultra-fast connectivity like USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, Type-A, Type-C ports and supports front panel I/O.

For those of you that like audio while rendering your work, the board supports Realtek S1220 series codec paired with an amplifier and premium components that produce immersive and crystal clear sound. It also features Sonic Studio III and Sonic Radar III software suites with support for Sonic Studio Link that gives you a virtual surround sound when using with both HTC Vive and Oculus Rift headsets.

The ROG Zenith Extream will be available in mid-August and the ASUS Prime X399-A and ROG Strix X399-E Gaming motherboards will be announced at a later time. For more information on the X399 series motherboards, visit ASUS’s official website
here
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ASUS introduces new TUF Gaming Peripherals at COMPUTEX 2018

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COMPUTEX 2018 has kicked off with a few exciting products from ASUS, especially the much hyped
ROG Gaming Phone
, however ASUS isn’t done with just one hero product and has introduced a series fo TUF Gaming Peripherals. For starters, the TUF Gaming products are designed to be ‘tough’ as the name suggests and they could really take a beating if you are a hardcore PC user.

The TUF Gaming M5 gaming mouse is coated with a durable paint that stands up to daily wear and tear, it uses Omron switches for the left and right buttons that could survive up to 50 million clicks, the Pixart PAW3327 optical sensor monitors resolutions of up to 6200 DPI, which is great for gamers that requires extremely precise tracking, there’s also ASUS’ Aura Sync RGB in place to make this tough looking mouse fancier.

With the ability to resist accidental spills and bumps, the TUF Gaming K5 keyboard is introduced to take on a lot of abuse, not that you can go swim with it, it could take up to 60ml of water spills. For those who always find it annoying to have your paint scrapped off your keycaps after using for a certain period of time, the TUF Gaming K5 has three layers of paint on it, while you can also sync RGB lighting with the Gaming M5 Mouse.

Other new TUF products include the TUF Gaming H5 headset, which features a lightweight design and a strong steel headband that offers great sound on a 50mm Essence driver backed by an airtight chamber, and a really tough looking TUF Gaming GT501 PC chassis with steel construction that offers lots of room to spare for fans and radiators.

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Asus introduces the new ZenFone 5 Lite, ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 5z

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The last big conference from MWC 2018 has just concluded and Asus took the final spotlight to introduce the first three phones of the latest ZenFone 5 line up. The phone caters to different users with the ZenFone 5, ZenFone 5Z and ZenFone 5 Lite.

Asus ZenFone 5 Lite

The first phone that was showcased was the ZenFone 5 Lite which comes in either a Snapdragon 630 or 430 depending on the variant, 6-inch FHD 2160 x 1080 18:9 aspect ratio screen, 2.5D glass panel on the front and back, and it comes with face unlock.

Asus has decided to go with a dual SIM and microSD card slot for the phone and has placed a 20MP Sony IMX 376 sensor coupled with a 120-degree wide-angle lens and the front comes with a 16MP sensor and a 120 degrees wide-angle camera as well. The ZenFone 5 Lite will start shipping March 2018 but there was no mention of price.

ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 5z

The ZenFone 5 is a strong contender in the mid-range market, coming with a 6.2-inch FHD 19:9 aspect ratio screen, Snapdragon 636 processor, 4GB or 6GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable storage and Android Oreo out-the-box. Powering the device is a 3,300mAh battery which should give you a days use on a single charge and there is a 12MP f/1.8 camera coupled with a 120 degrees wide-angle lens and an 8MP shooter on the front. The phone uses the power of AI to enhance the experience of using the phone and Asus has included some rather interesting features.

AI Camera is a feature that will help adjust your photos and allows you to choose which photos you like. This allows it to help you when taking a photo by adjusting the image to your preference. Other AI features include AI Boost which gives you 12.72% performance increase and AI Charging which maintains the battery percentage at 80 when you are sleeping and gets it to 100% few hours before you wake. This is done by understanding your sleeping patterns and the time that you usually wake to preserve battery life.

The screen comes with a notch, but Asus has probably the best implementation of the notch, as they have shown that notification icons or system icons that stretch into the notch will automatically be hidden. Accessing them is as simple as tapping on them and a notification bar will extend showing you the hidden icons. Asus has included dual stereo speakers with smart amps which they claim is 1.2x louder, 2.1x low-frequency production and 10% less distortion than the “Fruit Phone X” (obviously indicating the iPhone X). Similar to the ZenFone 5 Lite, there is no mention of the starting price as well.

Asus has created their own Animoji-like feature which they are calling ZeniMoji which works exactly as Animoji except you can use in on live videos and it will event work with Facebook or Instagram’s face filters.

The ZenFone 5z share all the same AI and design features of the ZenFone 5 but comes flagship specs like the Snapdragon 845 processor, 256GB, 128GB or 64GB of storage and 8GB, 6GB or 4GB of RAM with a starting price of 479 Euro. The ZenFone 5 and 5z will start shipping on April and June 2018 respectively.

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ASUS introduces the E3 Pro Gaming V5 motherboard to Malaysia

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If you’re currently building a gaming PC, you might be interested to know that ASUS has officially launched the E3 Pro Gaming V5 in Malaysia.

Based on the Intel C232 Express chipset, this ATX motherboard comes with features such as SupremeFX audio technology. This technology provides a 115dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and comes with a shielded design, electromagnetic-interference (EMI) cover and voltage-protected 5V power supply. The Realtek ALC1150 codec maximizes acoustic performance and eliminate interference. Besides that, Sonic Radar II shows both the direction and origin of key in-game sounds and includes Audio Enhancement technology to clarify every sound detail.

For those who are fans of water cooling, the E3 Pro Gaming V5 includes a dedicated water-pump header along with advanced onboard thermal sensors and hardware-level 4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, all of which can be controlled by Fan Xpert 3.

The E3 Pro Gaming V5 comes with USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and reversible Type-C sockers for data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbit/s. A built-in M.2 socket provides access to the latest high-speed solid-state drives (SSDs) while RAMCache technology caches an entire storage device, allowing you to launch your games almost instantly. The motherboard is protected by multiple self-defenses called Gamer’s Guardian, including the Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) for ultra-clean power delivery, DRAM Overcurrent Protection with resettable fuses to prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage, superior chokes, durable and high-temperature-resistant capacitors, and a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel input/output (I/O) back panel. ASUS ESD Guards are present to actively protect against sudden electrostatic discharge (ESD).

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Asus introduces the FX505 and FX705 to the TUF Gaming family

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Asus recently released two new gaming laptops, the SCAR II and Zephyrus S laptops and they seem to come with powerful specs meant for the latest games. Now they have unveiled two more laptops which are again, very decent gaming laptops, the TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705.

Both the laptops are equipped with up to the 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8750H processor, up to a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 graphic chip, 32GB of DDR4 2666MHz RAM, 512GB PCIe SSD and 1TB FireCuda SSHD to ensure fast Windows performance and fast game-load times. Both the laptops also come with an FHD IPS-level NanoEdge display with a 144Hz refresh rate which will give you great viewing angles, immersions and tear and blur-free gaming experience.

Asus has put in a lot of effort in the keyboards, to ensure a comfortable typing experience, they gave the keys 1.8mm of key travel and added Asus Overstroke technology to increase the actuation point hight in the stroke which will increase responsiveness. To give it a desktop keyboard-like feel, the keycaps are dished, arrow keys are isolated and defined gaps makes the function keys easier to find. Lastly, it comes with a customizable RGB or red glow that matches the chassis accents.

They have not forgotten about audio, as they added DTS Headphone:X technology that offers different profiles for games, movies, music and sports on both speaker and headphones. For I/O, Asus has included an HDMI, two USB 3.1 Gen 1 and one USB 2.0 ports.

Sadly, they did not mention the release date and pricing for the Malaysian market, but we assume they will announce it in the coming weeks.

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Asus introduces the mid-range ZenFone 5 to the Malaysian market priced at RM1,299

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Aside from launching the ZenFone Max Pro, Asus also introduced the mid-range ZenFone 5 which comes with a great looking screen and uses AI to further enhance the photography capability and overall user experience of the phone. It also has the best implementation of the notch in any phones we have seen this and last year.

ZenFone 5 comes with a 6.2-inch FHD+ display which supports the DCI-P3 and the lastest mid-range Snapdragon 636 processor 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB expandable storage. On the back, is a 12MP+8MP setup which supports AI Scene Detection to automatically adjust the camera settings to get the best picture, AI Photo Learning to better understand how users take photos and adjust it accordingly and Real-Time Portrait which is an advance bokeh effect that ensures the subject’s details are sharp while the background is blurred.

Audio on the ZenFone 5 is also advance as it comes with five-magnet speakers, driven by dual smart amplifiers for maximum volume and protecting it from damage at high volume levels. It also supports Hi-Res Audio files which are 4x better than CD quality. Other than that, it supports DTS Headphone:X for a 7.1-channel virtual surround-sound over headphone, giving you the best immersion when watching movies or playing games.

The device is powered by a 3,300mAh battery which supports Asus BoostMaster fast charge technology. It also has AI Charging which will keep the phone at 80% battery when you are charging it at night, and bring it to 100% just before you wake up. This preserves the battery life for a longer time, so you don’t need to worry about the battery losing its ability to hold its charge.

The Asus ZenFone 5 comes in two colours of Midnight Blue and Meteor Silver. Similar with the ZenFone Max Pro, the ZenFone 5 will retail on Lazada for RM1,299 with 0% GST.

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Asus introduces the new VivoBook S15 laptops with a range of attractive colours

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Asus Malaysia announced today that the VivoBook S15 is now available in Malaysia. The laptops come with five vibrant colour options and textured finishes that will suit your lifestyle needs.

Asus wanted to change the dull standard laptop colours by introducing colours that catch your eye. They achieved this by adopting a colour-blocking approach by pairing bight and bold colours that are visually pleasing. Its three-sided Nano Edge design has narrower bezels which offer a 86% screen-to-body ratio for better immersion. With a thickness of only 18mm, they have managed to include a 15.6-inch screen which weights a total of 1.6kg.

The VivoBook S15 comes with an 8th Generation Core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and a Nvidia GeForce MX150 graphics chip which offers fast speeds and it is able to perform light multitasking, multimedia editing or casual gaming. It also comes with a dual storage design allowing for a 256GB SSD paired with a 1TB hard drive. For connectivity, it comes with a dual-band 802.11ac WiFI connection and a top speed of 867Mbps.

Port-wise, it comes with a USB Type-C port, USB 3.1, USB 2.0, HDMI output and a microSD card reader. Asus has also claimed that it comes with an all-day battery and supports fast charging technology which will give you 60% battery in just 49 minutes of charge. Below are the different variants and prices:

Model

Colour

Spec

Price

S530U-NBQ326T

GUN METAL

i5-8250/4G/1TB+128G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM2,999

S530U-NBQ327T

FIRMAMENT GREEN

i5-8250/4G/1TB+128G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM2,999

S530U-NBQ328T

GREY RED

i5-8250/4G/1TB+128G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM2,999

S530U-NBQ329T

GOLD

i5-8250/4G/1TB+128G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM2,999

S530U-NBQ048T

GOLD

i5-8250/4G/1TB+256G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM3,299

S530U-NBQ049T

GUN METAL

i5-8250/4G/1TB+256G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM3,299

S530U-NBQ050T

FIRMAMENT GREEN

i5-8250/4G/1TB+256G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM3,299

S530U-NBQ173T

GREY RED

i5-8250/4G/1TB+256G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD/FP/BL

RM3,299

S530U-NBQ181T

GUN

i7-8550/4G/1TB+256G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD

RM3,899

S530U-NBQ237T

GOLD

i7-8550/4G/1TB+256G/MX150 2G/WIN10/FHD

RM3,899

The laptop is available in Firmament Green, Star Gray, Silver Blue, Gun Metal and Icicle Gold and is available at all Asus authorised stores.

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Asus introduces the sleek and extremely durable ZenBook 13 to the Malaysian market

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Asus has introduced a new ultrabook to the Malaysian market, catered for users that want the ultimate portability option. The ZenBook 13 (UX331UN) comes with the latest 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce 150MX.

The ZenBook 13 comes with an all-metal unibody that weighs only 985g and comes with a thickness of 13.9mm. The laptop is not only pretty but durable as well, as it comes with a MIL-STD 810G, undergoing extreme tests like altitudes, temperatures and humidity tests, ensuring the laptop will stand up even in the toughest conditions.

The Zenbook 13 comes equipped with an Intel Core i7-8500 processor, 8GB of LPDDR3 ram and 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD, to offer the best performance from any laptop. I/O wise, it comes with a USB Type-C port, two USB 3.1 Type-A ports, an HDMI port and a microSD card slot, perfect for all your devices and extending the display up to two monitors from the Type-C port and the HDMI port. Powering the device is a 50Wh lithium-polymer battery that Asus has claimed can offer up to 15 hours of battery life and takes just 49 minutes to charge it up to 60%.

Customers will be happy to know that it comes with a 13.3-inch NanoEdge FHD display which will offer great viewing angles and is perfect for editing work as it covers 100% of the sRGB colour gamut.

The Asus ZenBook 13 comes in two colours, of Deep Dive Blue or Luscious Rose Gold. Ther is also a Core i5-8250 variant that comes with the exact same specs for those of you that do not require the power of an Intel Core i7 processor. The i5 and i7 variants will retail for RM4,099 and RM5,599 respectively

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Asus introduces the Strix SCAR II and Hero II gaming laptops

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Other than the ROG Phone, Asus also introduced two new gaming laptops, the Strix SCAR II and Strix Hero II, laptops that are equipped with a 144Hz narrow bezel display with 3ms GTG response time.

The laptops are also 2.33cm narrower than the previous models and weigh only 2.4kg, make it easy to bring around. Both the laptops feature a gaming keyboard with HyperStrike Pro technology for faster command input and support Asus’s Aura Sync. The laptops are the world’s first to come with multi-antenna WiFi for a more consistent online gaming thanks to a patented ROG RangeBoost technology that combines four antennas located at the front and back of the laptop, resulting in 30%-wider coverage.

Specs wise, both come with the latest 8th Generation Intel Core processor with up to 32GB of DDR4 2666MHz clock speed, either a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 or 1070 graphics card and up to 512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 alongside a 1TB Seagate FireCuda SSHD.

Asus has also done some work on the thermals of the laptops, as they come with the HyperCool Pro thermal which keeps the components below 90 degrees to avoid thermal throttling. The patented Anti-Dust Cooling expells dust and particles to keep the fans clean which also contributes to efficient cooling. The Overboost app can also be utilized to select three different fan settings depending on the needs of the gamer.

Both the Strix SCAR II and Hero II will release worldwide on Q2 2018 and pricing will be announced soon.


ASUS introduces the VivoBook Ultra K403, A412 and A512 to their ultrabook line-up.

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ASUS ushers in a new line-up of ultrabooks in the form of the VivoBook Ultra K403 as well as well as the VivoBook Ultra A412 and A512.

Starting with the VivoBook Ultra K403 – this is your professional productivity option boasting a 14-inch FHD display that pushes 1080p resolution. The laptop also features ASUS’ four-sided Nano-Edge panel which boasts thin bezels giving you a 87% screen-to-body ratio.

Image credit: ASUS

On the outside is an all-metal body that ASUS claims has military-grade durability. Inside, you get a choice of either an 8th-Gen Intel Core i3-8145U or a Core i5-8265U for your CPU, 8GB of on-board RAM, 512GB PCIe SSD, a massive 72Wh battery, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 620. This laptop is priced from RM2,699.

Moving on to the VivoBook Ultra A412 and A512 laptops – the former is a 14-inch laptop while the latter is a 15.6-inch device. Both come with four-sided NanoEdge display which pushes 1080p FHD resolution.

Image credit: ASUS

Inside, both laptops come with an Intel Core i5-8265U; can support up to 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe SSD, and an Nvidia GeForce MX 250, so this thing is capable of proper editing work too. It comes with a 37Wh too. What sets these two laptops apart are its ample colour options of grey, silver, orange and blue.

The ASUS VivoBook A412 and A512 are both priced at RM2,899.

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Asus introduces the ZenFone Max Pro which comes with a massive 5,000mAh battery

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Asus has added another phone to its battery focused Max line-up of phones. The latest edition is the ZenFone Max Pro (M1) which was recently released in India and Indonesia. The Max series was made for users that don’t want to carry around a power bank and this time they also made some improvements to the specs and user interface.

The major highlight of the ZenFone Max Pro, its massive 5,000mAh battery which they claim can give you up to two days of battery life. Other than that, it comes with a 6-inch FHD+ FullView display, Snapdragon 636 processor 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage expandable up to 2TB. Perhaps the most interesting thing about this phone is that it comes with a pure stock Android 8.1 interface, which means Asus is ditching its ZenUI on this phone. They have not mentioned the reason for doing so, but this would definitely please a lot of people that prefer a clean Android experience. Photography wise, it comes with a 16MP+5MP rear camera and a 16MP front camera with support for 4K video recording.

Asus Malaysia has mentioned that they have something coming up in mid-May which will probably happen after the elections. Stay tuned as we will update you on whats happening.

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ASUS introduces tough and durable TUF FX504 Gaming Laptop

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ASUS has finally given it’s entry-level FX series gaming laptops the TUF (The Ultimate Force) branding, and in conjunction with the launch of Intel’s Coffee Lake H series processors, the TUF FX504 has been introduced as an extremely durable gaming laptop. Featuring a 15.6-inch display and weighing 2.3kg, the TUF FX504 features a patented Anti-Dust Cooling feature which keeps dust out of it’s internals for consistent system performance, the laptop will come equipped with either a 8th Generation Core i5 or i7 processor, graphics maxes out at GTX 1050Ti, and all models come with a 1TB FireCuda SSHD as standard.

The TUF FX504 isn’t just made for gaming, but also ASUS intends the user to have it for work and entertainment, as the laptop’s backlit keyboard features a 20-million keystroke lifespan that’s built according to the company’s TUF standards, it also offers a decent key travel distance of 1.8mm and a 0.25 keycap curves to avoid typing errors, the WASD gaming keys are highlighted and the space bar is intentionally broaden as well. In terms of audio, ASUS has enabled DTS Headphone:X 7.1-channel surround sound on headphones, laptop speakers and external speakers.

At this time of writing, ASUS hasn’t announced the availability and pricing of the TUF FX504, but we should expect them to arrive in May or show up in COMPUTEX this year.

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ASUS introduces the X299 based motherboards for the Intel Core X-Series

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With Intel unveiling their long-awaited Core X-Series and accompanying X299 chipset that supports professional content creation to hardcore gaming, and with the new LGA2066 processors requiring new motherboards, ASUS has delivered with the lineup between the Prime, TUF, and ROG families.

ROG has three models tailored for different priorities, the Rampage VI Extream lives up to its name for machines with custom liquid cooling and ultra-fast networking, the Rampage VI Apex targets peak game performance and record-breaking overclocking and the Strix X299-E provides gamers with powerful tuning, cooling, and personalization to get the most from their rigs. The ROG family will come with dedicated pump headers for powering custom loops, all-in-one coolers and intelligent fan controls for optimal efficiency and quiet acoustics. Sensors on the board will change the behavior of your cooling system based on the workload, including GPU-heavy gaming. The Aura Sync system will synchronize the RGB LED lighting across compatible ROG graphics cards, peripherals, and monitors.

The Prime X299-Deluxe is for high-end builders, the Prime X299-A is a more back-to-the-basics boards, the TUF X299 Mark 1 comes with protective armor and advanced cooling options, and the TUF X299 Mark 2 are for builders that want something different from the conventional formula. All Prime motherboards will have extensive overclocking and cooling options from both the UEFI and software. It also has a 5-Way Optimization which can overclock your system and tunes the cooling based on the characteristics of the components. They also have multiple headers for LED strips and will also come with the Aura Sync system.

Availability and pricing are yet to be announced in Malaysia but we will keep you up to date on these products in the near future.

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Asus introdues the Zephyrus S gaming laptop with a Max-Q design

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Other than just the Strix SCAR II, ASUS ROG has also introduced the Zephyrus S gaming laptop that comes with a 12% slimmer form factor compared to the original Zephyrus laptop. It comes equipped with the latest 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and a Max-Q GTX 1070 graphics chip alongside a 144hz display.

The Zephyrus S uses a mix of aluminium and magnesium alloys in its construction that gives the laptop its strength and weight. It also comes with a 15.6-inch display on a 14.2-inch chassis, allowing the laptop to fit into tighter spaces. Asus has also pushed the refresh rates of this laptop to 144hz to ensure a smooth tear-free gaming experience with a response time of 3ms.

The laptop comes with five heat pipes that direct heat away from the CPU, GPU and VRM circuitry that feeds them power. The CPU and GPU shares dedicated heatsinks to bring down the heat, ensuring it stays below 80 degrees. Asus has design the heatsinks to be free of dust and debris thanks to the addition of self-cleaning fans that can eject particles from the system through anti-dust tunnels.

Similar to the Strix SCAR II, the Zephyrus S comes with Armory Crate software that gives the user full and easy control over the system. Users can customize the Aura Sync lighting and save up to four profiles for the different needs. All these features can be controlled and monitored through the companion app which is available on both Android and iOS.

Specs wise, the Zephyrus S comes with an Intel Core i7-8750H, fast DDR4 2666MHz RAM and an NVMe storage. It also comes with an 802-11ac Wave 2 connectivity that matches the reliability of an ethernet connection. Port-wise, it comes with a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, full-size HDMI 2.0  and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports. This allows the laptop to perform well not only in gaming but other workloads as well thanks to the implementation of the GTX 1070 with Max-Q design that not only boosts the performance of games and other workloads but allows the Zephyrus S to maintain its thin form factor.

Finally, the laptop comes with an upgraded sound system with dual front-facing speakers that are embedded in the hinge cover and are powered by a smart-amplifier. This allows the speakers to output sound at loud volumes without distorting or damaging the cones. Sonic Studio III offers virtual surround-sound for headsets and features APO injection that extends speaker virtualization for a wide range of gear.

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Asus is extending the flash sale for the ZenFone Max Pro M1

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Asus is giving a chance for everyone to once again own their mid-range gaming phone, the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1, which comes with a decent mid-range processor and an insane 5,000mAh battery. During the launch, they had a flash sale which lasted the entire month of the launch on selected dates.

That same promotion is now back and similar to the launch promotion, this will also see the phone coming down to RM599 from its original price of RM699. The flash sale will happen every Tuesday in the month of July on Lazada. As an update, the phone comes with a Snapdragon 636 processor, 6-inch FHD+ display and the variant on promotion comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage which can be expanded. Other than a good price for the specs, the phone comes with a decent dual-camera setup on the back and for audio, it has five-magnet speakers driven by an NXP smart amplifier that can deliver high volumes without any distortions.

Been eying the phone but missed your chance of buying it? Well, this is another chance for you to grab this already affordable phone for an even cheaper price.

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Asus is giving you the chance to pick up the ZenFone 5 and Max Pro M1 for only RM1

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Asus and Lazada had a live stream where they showcased the current lineup of ZenFones which consist of ZenFone 5, ZenFone Max Pro M1 and the ZenFone Live which covers the different price ranges.

At the same time, they also announced that they will be running a campaign with Lazada to allow customers to purchase either the ZenPower Slim, ZenFone Max Pro or the ZenFone 5 for only RM1. To purchase these items for RM1, all you need to do is follow their official store on Lazada and once the follower count hits a certain milestone, the phones will cost RM1. 20 ZenPower Slims will cost RM1 when the store reaches 10,000 followers, 10 ZenFone Max Pro will cost RM1 when the store reaches 12,000 followers, and 2 ZenFone 5 will cost RM1 when 15,000 followers are reached.

Other than that, the ZenFone flash sales are still going on where you can pick up the ZenFone Max Pro M1 3GB RAM 32GB storage variant for only RM599 every Tuesday for the month of July and the ZenFone 5 4GB RAM 64GB storage variant model is going for RM1,299, while the ZenFone Live L1 is the only RM399 on their official Lazada Store.

To unlock the RM1 deals, simply head over to the
Asus Official Lazada Store
 and click on the Follow button. You can follow
Asus Facebook Page
 to be notified when the RM1 deal unlocks.

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ASUS just snapped an ROG design on a special edition ZenFone 2 Deluxe

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If you think releasing a Deluxe edition of a smartphone with a built-in 128GB of storage isn’t crazy enough, the folks at ASUS have been at creative work once again by announcing a special ROG-themed edition of its flagship ZenFone 2. Sadly, you are not getting an NVIDIA Tegra X1 chip onboard but rather, it is technically the same ZE551ML model that you are getting out of the box, so what makes the ZenFone 2 Deluxe ROG Special Edition so different?

Instead of the standard box it comes with, the special edition ZenFone 2 comes with a carbon fibre styled boxed and once you get it unboxed, you are welcomed with two additional back cases – a ROG silver themed 3D texture and a carbon fibre coated one. In addition, the volume rocker also gets an orange-red paint around its corners, definitely special enough to tell the difference from the current ZenFone 2 Deluxe edition.

The ZenFone 2 is the most powerful ZenFone with 4GB of RAM and a fast Intel Atom Z3580 processor, the special edition will retail at $399 in the US and its still decently priced despite being ‘special’, its good to know that ASUS have been consistently updating its ZenFones for market sustainability however we do hope that ASUS could just launch devices such as the ZenFone 2 Zoom and ZenFone 2 Max soon.

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ASUS to launch futuristic ZenFone AR in Malaysia

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It was two weeks ago when the ASUS finally put the ZenFone AR on sale in its home land Taiwan. The official release comes more than 5 months after it was unveiled back at CES 2017 Las Vegas. Being the first ever Tango and Daydream compatible smartphone, the ASUS ZenFone AR looks ready to make a Malaysian appearance as well.

ASUS intends for the ZenFone AR to push the boundaries of how we consume media on our devices, bringing Google’s Tango and Daydream technology to the handset. Virtual reality is picking up its pace, as augmented reality is still in its early stages. For all the Tango and Daydream features, the ZenFone AR sports a QHD screen, a high end Snapdragon 821 processor with up to 8GB of RAM. In fact, it was the first known smartphone to launch with 8GB of RAM, before the Nubia Z11 and the more recent OnePlus 5.

The phone features a 23MP rear camera as well, along with multiple sensors for depth and motion tracking purposes. The ZenFone AR carries a Malaysian equivalent price tag of RM 3,527.80 in Taiwan. It is likely that the phone will be pricier in local Malaysian stores, but we hope that it will stay below the RM 4,000 mark. Stay tuned for our coverage of the ASUS press event next month!

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ASUS launches gaming laptops with Intel Tiger Lake-H45 CPUs and RTX 3050 GPUs

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ASUS has launched their new lineup of gaming laptops, equipped with the Intel Tiger Lake- H45 CPUs and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050/3050Ti GPUs.

1. TUF Gaming F15 and F17

These popular budget gaming laptops are getting a small makeover in its aesthetics – they now sport a new, streamlined TUF logo, along with a metal Eclipse Gray finish.

Three SKUs are available – the 15-inch versions can pack either an Intel Core i5-11400H+RTX 3050 or Core i7-11800H+RTX 3060; while the 17-inch model comes with a Core i5-11400H+RTX3050.

What all three models share is a 144Hz FHD display, and a 512GB PCIe
NVMe
 SSD for storage.

The TUF Gaming F15 is priced at RM4,199 for the Core i5-11400H model, and RM4,299 for the Core i7-11800H model; while the TUF Gaming F17 laptop will start at RM4,299.

2. TUF Dash F15

This is a more portable option if you’re always on the go – the laptop measures at just 1.99CM thin and weighs 2KG.

The laptop also comes in two
colour
 options – Eclipse Gray and Moonlight White, while boasting same, stripped down look as the TUF Gaming F15 laptops.

Under the hood is an Intel Core i7-11370H CPU that’s accompanied by an RTX 3050Ti. This combination lets you run modern AAA games with no problems on the laptop’s 144Hz FHD monitor.

For memory, you get 8GB of on-board RAM, and 512GB of storage via an M.2 PCIe
NVMe
 SSD.

The TUF Dash F15 is priced at RM4,799 and will be available this month.

3. ROG Strix G15 and Strix G17

For that distinct ROG aesthetic, the Strix G15 and Strix G17 laptops have also been refreshed to pack an RTX 3050 GPU.

For the processor, you get two options – an AMD Ryzen 5 5600H chip, or a Ryzen 7 5800H CPU. All models come with 8GB of RAM and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD.

Design-wise, you can choose either the Eclipse Gray version, or the Electro Punk Special version; Both designs have a strip of RGB lining the bottom of the laptop.

The Strix G15 with the Ryzen 5 5600H model is priced at RM4,199, while the Ryzen 7 5800H version is priced at RM4,499. The Strix G17 comes with the Ryzen 7 5800H too and it costs RM4,599. Lastly, the special Electro Punk version will set you back RM,4799.

4. ROG Zephyrus G14 and Zephyrus M16

Moving on to the brand’s premium lineup, the Zephyrus G14 is now available in a new Prismatic effect design. The Moonlight White model comes with a Prismatic Signage Logo on the cover, while non-
AniMe
 Matrix version get a
Prismatic
 Film on the chassis.

If you do get the
AniMe
 Matrix laptops, you’ll be glad to know that you can now display a virtual pet on the LED cover.

Specs-wise, the Ryzen 7 5800HS+RTX 3050Ti (RM6,499
) model
 sports a 14-inch WQHD 120Hz display panel. Meanwhile, models with an FHD 144Hz display can be equipped with the Ryzen 5800HS CPU and either a GTX 1650 (RM4,799) or RTX 3050 (RM5,699) card.

Lastly, the Zephyrus M16 is the best of the lot – it comes with an Intel Core i9-11900H CPU and either an RTX 3070 or RTX 3060 GPU.

The laptops come with a 16-inch WQXGA 165Hz panel, and it supports a 100% DCI-P3
colour
 gamut, Dolby Vision HDR, and is Pantone validated.

The official pricing of the Zephyrus M16 will only be announced in June, so keep your eyes peeled for more updates.
 Visit ASUS’ website
here
 to learn more.

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ASUS to launch ZenFone 5 in MWC 2018

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It looks like ASUS is ready to announce the next Zenfone, which is rather short as the Zenfone 4 (2017) series was just announced 6 months ago in Taipei, the company has sent out a media invite teasing the hashtag #backto5, we aren’t sure if ASUS would be announcing a plethora of Zenfones for the family or releasing one single hero model, but we’ll keep our fingers crossed as it would be too soon to release a number of Zenfone 5 models, the invite also clearly states that ASUS has once again partnered with Qualcomm in producing the phone, which the company’s phone cameras have taken advantage of the chip maker’s Spectra ISP technology with the use of its chipset.

MWC 2018 will start February 26 this year, and according to local Malay media Amanz, ASUS is set to unveil the phone in February 27, and this is the very first time ASUS joins MWC for launching its new smartphone. Also, we don’t think ASUS would immediately sell the phone here after its release, in its typical fashion, the company would probably want to do a regional launch before that.

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ASUS launched the Zenfone Max Pro M2, priced from RM859

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ASUS launched the Zenfone Max Pro M2 today in Indonesia, and the phone has several upgrades from its predecessor.

First and foremost, the Max Pro M2 has a larger screen than the M1 as it has a 6.3-inch LCD display. Besides that, the M2 comes with a different finish on its back whereby it now comes with a dynamic optical finish that is more reflective while the M1 has a metallic finish. The M2 is also using the Corning Gorilla Glass 6 that is the latest in its series, and it is said to be twice more resistant towards phone-dropping than the Gorilla Glass 5. The phone still has a headphone jack and a fingerprint sensor, and it supports dual-SIM and has a slot for microSD card.

Another upgrade that the M2 has over the M1 is the processor because the M2 is currently equipped with the Snapdragon 660 AIE. It has either 4/6GB RAM with 64GB storage, and like the M1, the M2 also has a huge battery of 5000mAh and it runs on stock Android 8.1.

The Max Pro M2 also has dual camera with 12+5MP lenses, and the front notch houses the 13MP front camera with a LED flash for soft light when users want to take selfies. The rear camera is also capable of taking 4K Ultra HD videos, and it can take pictures with bokeh effect.

The phone is available in two colours which are blue and silver, and the 4GB RAM variant will cost RM859 whereas the 6GB RAM variant will cost RM999.

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ASUS launches 2022 Zenbook lineups in Malaysia

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It’s that exciting time of the year again, as ASUS has brought in its new Zenbook lineups that was announced earlier this year to the Malaysian market, four laptops are officially introduced today and they are namely the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition, Zenbook Pro 14 Duo, Zenbook Pro 16X OLED and Zenbook 14 OLED, here’s all you need to know about them.

Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition

Paying tribute to the original ASUS P3100 to be the first laptop in outer space 18 years ago, the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition is a powerful yet unique Ultrabook that comes with a space inspired design chassis that comprise of morse codes, and a special external OLED display that lets you customize text and animations.

Weighing at 1.4kg, the laptop’s chassis is military grade certified against bumps and drops, it also complies with the ultra-demanding US Space Systems Command Standard SMC-S-016A testing protocols, which enables it to resist and function in bitter cold conditions of – 24°C to blistering hot environments up to 61°C.

Powered by Intel’s 12th Gen H series processor, the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition is no slouch when it comes to real world performance, and that is complemented by 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 1TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage.

Similar to the regular Zenbook 14X OLED, you also get a beautiful 16:10 14-inch OLED display that refreshes at 90Hz at a 2880×1800 resolution, it’s loudspeakers are also extremely loud and crisp all thanks to a smart amplifier.

The Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition will be available in Core i5 and i7 models, which will retail at RM5,599 and RM6,499 respectively, which is pretty decent pricing for a limited edition laptop.

Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED

Continuing with the concept of dual screens on a single device, the Zenbook Pro 14 Duo takes creativity to the next level with a brand new 14.5-inch 2.8k OLED display that refreshes at 120Hz, the secondary display is a bigger and brighter 12.7-inch display that pushes 2880×864 resolution.

As an Intel Evo certified laptop, the Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050Ti Laptop GPU, the laptop has a combined TDP of up to 85W and is cooled by ASUS IceCool Plus technology, which is also aided by AAS Ultra mechanism that vents the chassis efficiently and tilts the secondary display by 12-degrees, offering a comfortable angle for touch and viewing.

The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED retails at RM8,999 and is available for purchase now.

Zenbook Pro 16X OLED

Touted as the most powerful ZenBook ever made, the Zenbook Pro 16X OLED is an NVIDIA Studio validated creator laptop that’s powered by up to a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU, the CPU and GPU can run a combined 140W of combined TDP in performance mode without throttling all thanks to the AAS Ultra Mechanism and ASUS IceCool Pro cooling system.

The AAS Ultra Mechanism gives the laptop a 14.5mm lift that also tilts the keyboard by 7-degrees, which improves air intake and offers an ergonomic typing experience at the same time.

Equipped with a touch enabled 16″ 4K OLED HDR display that’s also Dolby Vision certified, the Zenbook Pro 16X OLED comes with a huge 96Wh battery that provides up to 10 hours of usage, which is actually an impressive claim considering how power hungry the internals are.

The Zenbook Pro 16X OLED retails at RM11,999 in Malaysia.

ZenBook 14 OLED

The mainstream ZenBook 14 OLED has gotten a whole new redesign that looks more elegant than ever, it is an Intel Evo certified laptop that comes with a large 75Wh battery and powered by Intel’s 12th Gen Alder Lake P processors.

ASUS has also upgraded the Zenbook 14 OLED with a 16:10 2.8K 14-inch OLED display that refreshes at 90Hz, its loudspeakers are also now louder than its predecessor and features Dolby Atmos audio, ports selection is just as comprehensive with full I/O ports and the chassis meets the demanding U.S military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability tests.

Available in elegant color options of Aqua Celadon and Ponder Blue, the Zenbook 14 OLED comes with Core i5 and Core i7 (only available in Ponder Blue color) models, which retails at RM4,399 and RM5,599 respectively.

Meet the new Zenbooks at Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur

Customers who are interested in purchasing the new Zenbooks can head over to Mid Valley Megamall this week, as ASUS Malaysia is having a roadshow there with attractive promotions.

The first 20 purchases of the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition will receive an exclusive Space Edition USB Drive, while purchases of eligible purchase amounts will be granted exclusive gifts such as an ASUS Gadget Pouch, ASUS Umbrella and ASUS Wooden Bluetooth Speaker.

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ASUS launches 2023 Expertbook B5 series business laptops

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ASUS has unveiled the ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CV) and ExpertBook B5 Flip OLED (B5602FB) today. These laptops, tailored for the contemporary business professional, boast a sleek 16-inch, 16:10 OLED display and are designed for extreme portability and productivity.

Crafted from magnesium-aluminum alloy and pure aluminum, these machines challenge the market norms. Weighing in at a mere 1.4 kg, the ExpertBook B5 series offers a lighter alternative to several 14-inch competitor models. Moreover, a single charge promises to power these devices for an impressive 14 hours.

Expertbook B5 OLED

Beyond their aesthetic appeal and durability, these devices pack a punch in the performance department. They house the latest 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, with an initial RAM offering of 16GB DDR5-4800, which is expandable up to 40 GB. Storage options are flexible, starting at 512GB and scalable with dual-SSD RAID support.

The visual experience on these devices is a notable selling point. The 16:10 aspect ratio of the OLED screens provides users with added vertical workspace—ideal for multitasking. The richness of colors and sharp contrasts, thanks to OLED technology, ensure an unparalleled viewing experience. The B5 Flip OLED version further elevates functionality with its 360° hinge and a quick-charging stylus, catering to diverse user needs.

Expertbook B5 Flip OLED

Security is a paramount concern in the modern digital landscape. Recognizing this, the ExpertBook B5 series comes fortified with Intel vPro platform support, built-in fingerprint sensors, and an optional TPM 2.0 chip. These features underscore ASUS’s commitment to data privacy and protection.

Built to last, the new laptops are compliant with the MIL-STD 810H US military standard, guaranteeing resilience against extreme conditions. ASUS’s proprietary AI-powered conferencing technologies are integrated, offering noise-cancellation and an AI-driven camera, ensuring optimal video clarity for virtual meetings.

ASUS’s commitment to sustainability shines through in the ExpertBook B5 OLED series. Designed using up to 90% post-industrial recycled materials, the brand is on track for EPEAT Gold verification, and the product line has surpassed the ENERGY STAR 8.0 standards.

In Malaysia, the ExpertBook B5 OLED will retail at RM8,099, and the ExpertBook B5 Flip OLED will retail at RM7,699. Each laptop is backed by a comprehensive 3-year Global Warranty from ASUS, ensuring peace of mind for consumers.

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ASUS launches a special edition of the ZenBook 13 to celebrate its 30th anniversary

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In celebration of ASUS’ 30th anniversary, the company also launched a limited, unique edition of the ZenBook 13 called ZenBook 13 Edition 30 where it sports a genuine leather lid cover and an 18-karat rose gold plated logo.

The ZenBook 13 Edition 30 pushes 1080p display with NanoEdge displays. It has the new ScreenPad 2.0 with Quick Key,

Handwriting, Number Key and Office Xpert. The ZenBook 13 Edition 30 is smaller than an A4 paper and comes in a beautiful Pearl White colour that contributes to a classic yet bold and premium design.

This special edition laptop can be integrated with either the Intel Core i5-8265U processor or the i7-8565U processor and its storage is dependent on its processor. The i5 processor is paired with a 512GB SSD storage while the i7 processor will get you 1TB SSD storage. In addition, it has 8GB RAM and runs on NVIDIA GeForce MX250 and Windows 10.

Similar to the refreshed ZenBook 13, this edition also comes with a USB 2.0 port, a USB Type-A port, a USB-Type C port and a microSD card reader. It has Harmon Kardon validated speakers and an ErgoLift hinge with an illuminated chiclet keyboard.

Weighing at 1.29kg, the ASUS ZenBook 13 UX334 Edition 30 is priced at RM5,199 for its base model and RM5,999 for the higher-end variant.

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ASUS launches The Edge of Beyond in Malaysia bring powerful laptops to the market

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ASUS Malaysia has launched The Edge of Beyond which is an introduction to a lineup of thin and light ZenBook and  VivoBook laptops that pushes the boundaries of design and technology to deliver the best mobile computing experience. Some of the laptops that were shown include ZenBook Flip S, ZenBook 3 Deluxe, ZenBook Pro, VivoBook S15 and VivoBook Pro 15

ASUS ZenBook 3 Deluxe

The ZenBook 3 Deluxe comes equipped with an Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR 3 Ram, up to 1TB PCI Express SSD, two USB Type-C ports which are Thunderbolt 3 enabled dual 4K UHD external display support and comes with Windows 10 equipped with a fingerprint sensor. This laptop will retail for RM8,299 and is available now.

ASUS ZenBook Pro

This laptop comes equipped with 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ quad-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce GTX1050 graphics, 512GB PCIe x4 SDD and 16GB DDR4 RAM. It will be able to stand up to 14 hours on the battery and for entertainment purposes, it will come with a 15.6-inch FHD NanoEdge display coupled with Harmon Kardon surround-sound audio for the best media consumption device. The ZenBook Pro will retail for RM7,299 and is available from the beginning of August.

ASUS ZenBook Flip S

The ZenBook Flip S is the world’s thinnest convertible laptop, coming in at only 10.9mm thin and 1.1KG in weight, with the innovative 360 degrees ErgoLift hinge which can lift and tilt the keyboard to give you the perfect typing position when open beyond 135 degrees. It will come with an Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 512GB PCIe SSD and for cooling, it will come installed with a liquid-crystal polymer fan impeller that is 0.3mm thin. Finally, the FHD multitouch NanoEdge display will support active stylus for extra convenience. The ZenBook Flip S will retail for RM6,699 and is available beginning of August.

ASUS VivoBook Pro 15

The VivoBook Pro 15 is powered by Intel 7th-Gen Core i7-7700HQ processor, 4GB DDR4, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics with an intelligent dual-fan cooling system with dual-copper thermal module and heat pipes to ensure the system stays cool during long gaming sessions or under heavy loads. The 15.6-inch screen features a wide 100 percent sRGB colour gamut and comes with Harman Kardon-certified audio. The laptop will retail for RM4,799 and will be available beginning of August.

ASUS VivoBook S15

Finally, we come to the VivoBook S15 made mainly for users that are always on-the-go, it comes with a 17.9mm profile and weights 1.5kg. Internally it will come with 7th Generation Intel i7-7500U processor, 4GB DDR4 RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics. The laptop will retail for RM3,699 for the i7 variant and RM2,899 for the i5 variant and is available beginning of July.

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ASUS launches ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED and Zenbook Pro 15 OLED series of laptops

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ASUS has globally launched a whole host of new laptops which include the ProArt Studiobook Pro 16 OLED, ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED, ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED, and ZenBook Pro 15 OLED.

ProArt Studiobook Pro 16 & ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED

According to ASUS, these are the world’s first 16-inch OLED panel laptops and the displays push a 4K resolution with HDR support. They’re also PANTONE Vailidated, Calman Verified and offer 100% DCI-P3 colour output.

The ProArt Studiobook Pro 16 comes in two variants – the
W5600
 which comes with up to an AMD Ryzen 5900HX CPU, and the
W7600
, which packs either an Intel Core i7-11800H or an Intel Xeon W-11955M.
The former comes also comes with an NVIDIA RTX A2000, while the latter sports a more powerful RTX A5000.

The ProArt Studiobook 16 is no slouch either as it comes with either a Ryzen 5000 H-series processor, or an Intel Core i9 CPU. For graphics, your options include an RTX 3070 or RTX 3060 – both of which run on NVIDIA’s Studio drivers.

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These laptops come with the new ASUS Dial physical rotary device that lets you interact and control your creative apps. ASUS claims that you get to achieve precise fingertip controls over parameters with the ASUS Dial. A few compatible apps include the Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom Classic, and After Effects.

ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook Pro 15 OLED

If you need something of a more mainstream size then these laptops are good options – they pack a 15.6-inch OLED panel that pushes up to 4K resolution and supports HDR, 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut, and is PANTONE Validated. The Pro Duo 15 OLED also comes with ASUS’s signature 14-inch ScreenPad Plus which is great for multitasking.

Under the hood, the
Pro Duo 15 OLED
 packs up to an Intel Core i9-10980HK CPU and up to an RTX 3070 GPU. Meanwhile, the
Pro 15 OLED
 can be equipped with up to a Ryzen 9 5900HX or an Intel Core i7-10750H.
For graphics, the former comes with up to an RTX 3070, while the latter comes with up to an RTX 3050 Ti.

There is no word on their local availability and pricing yet, but you can visit their website
here

for further updates.

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ASUS launches the ZenFone 2 in SEA region event Jakarta, Indonesia

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ASUS has officially launched its highly anticipated ZenFone 2 in an SEA regional launch here in Jakarta, Indonesia. The ZenFone 2 continues to bring on the successful features implemented on the original ZenFones and it gets better this time with a new premium design and more powerful hardware internals.

The ZenFone 2 was announced back in CES 2015 and has won the 2015 iF design award, it features a luxurious metalic hairline finish on its back and measures a mere 3.9mm at its thinnest edges, its 72% screen-to-body ratio has made the phone to be compact despite packing a 5.5-inch display. There’s also a button on the back that functions as a volume control and
camera shutter button when taking selfies.

In terms of specs, the ZenFone 2 (ZE551ML) is powered by a 64-bit Intel Atom Z3580 processor mated to 4GB of RAM and a Full HD display, a lower end variant (ZE550ML) will come with an Intel Atom Z3560 processor mated to 2GB of RAM and a 720p HD Display. Storage options will start from 16GB up to 64GB with MicroSD expansion.

The most exciting part of the hardware department is that the phone will have an improved 13-megapixel PixelMaster f/2.0 main camera and front facing 5-megapixel camera with 85 degree FOV and supports the company’s groundbreaking low light mode. This time, the main camera uses a dual-color RealTone flash for true-to-life photos and is able to take resampled pictures of up to 52-megapixels with its Super Resolution Mode.

Availability of the ZenFone 2 will be available in Malaysia very soon and will be officially announced on the Incredible ZenDay happening at 9 May 2015 at KL Live. Stay tuned for more ZenFone 2 coverage for today!


Asus launches the ZenFone 5z in Malaysia with a starting price of RM1,699

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Asus has officially launched the ZenFone 5z in Malaysia together with the 6GB RAM and 8GB RAM variants that come with massive storages of 128GB and 258GB respectively.

This is the follow-up phone to the ZenFone 5 which came with a Snapdragon 636 processor and 4GB of RAM, making it the mid-range sibling in the ZenFone 5 family. For a mid-range phone, it performed well and for a price of RM1,299, it considered a steal. Now, with the ZenFone 5z, Asus has closed the flagship gap that was previously left empty. The 5z comes with a Snapdragon 845 processor and the change of processor really showed in our recent versus video and with a price difference that is not far from each other, it is a no-brainer to pick up the ZenFone 5z.

The Asus ZenFone 5z will be available for purchase starting 31 July 2018 on the Asus’ Official Lazada Store, the 6GB RAM 128GB storage variant will retail for RM1,699 as a limited quantity promotion to which it will revert to its original price of RM1,899 and the 8GB RAM 256GB storage variant retails for RM2,299.

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Asus launches the ZenFone Live in Malaysia for only RM399

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Asus has introduced a new entry-level phone that comes with features to compliment lifestyles that revolve around smartphones. The phone in question is the ZenFone Live which features a 5.5-inch FullView 18:9 display in a phone that is only 5-inches. This offers users an immersive experience whether its watching movies or playing games.

Other than that, the phone comes equipped with a Snapdragon 425 processor, 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage that is expandable up to a whopping 2TB. Powering the phone is a 3000mAh battery which is capable of offering up to 29 hours of 3G talk time, 4 days of music playback, 9 movie playbacks and 42 days of standby time.

It also comes with face unlock and a sharp 13MP main camera with 0.3-seconds PDAF focusing system and a high-quality five-element lens for bright crisp and clear pictures.

The Asus ZenFone Live will come in two colours, Midnight Black and Shimmer Gold. The phone will be made available by this week for a price of only RM399.

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ASUS launches Vivobook 13 Slate OLED in Malaysia from RM3499

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The Vivobook 13 Slate OLED has finally arrived at Malaysian shores and it is ASUS’ direct answer to the Microsoft Surface Go 3.

Unveiled alongside the new Vivobook OLED series a few months ago, the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED is a detachable 2-in-1 tablet that sports a stunning 13.3-inch OLED display, a first in its class that takes on more expensive devices and complemented by Dolby Atmos quad speakers, ASUS is going as far as selling this as a personal OLED TV.

However, don’t expect this to be a top performer though, as it is powered by an Intel Pentium Silver N6000 quad-core processor assisted by 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB of PCIe storage, this should probably do fine if you are merely treating this as a casual productivity device but shouldn’t be pushed too hard.

In paper specs, the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED should do better than the top spec Surface Go 3’s Core i3-10100Y processor.

Similar to other detachable 2-in-1 tablets, the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED comes with a rather nice magnetically attached keyboard cover that doesn’t need to be purchased separately, an ASUS Pen 2.0 pressure sensitive stylus is also included in the box that supports up to 4096 of pressure levels and a 266Hz sampling rate, creative users are also offered tips that mimics 2H, H and HB pencils.

The tablet uses a separate back cover as a kickstand rather than having one built right onto its chassis, which is a rather odd decision as they can wear out during the ownership and you might need to replace when the time comes, but it is a pretty robust when I tried it out during the media experience.

With a 5MP front camera and 13MP rear camera, the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED is a killer video conferencing machine with 1080p video and you shouldn’t have too much issues using it to scan documents and some casual photos at your work place, this is one thing that laptops of the same price range don’t offer.

In terms of ports, you get two USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports that supports PD charging and display output, a microSD card slot for storage expansion and thankfully, a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is pretty limited just like any detachable tablets we have seen but its quite understandable considering its slim 7.9mm body, the tablet weighs 789g so there shouldn’t be any issue transporting around.

The Vivobook 13 Slate OLED can now be purchased in Malaysia for RM3,499. For a limited time till 14th February, customers will receive a free ASUS WT425 mouse and RM200 Touch n Go eWallet reload PIN as part of the launch promotion, head
here
 to purchase one.

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ASUS launches new ZenBook laptops with OLED displays

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ASUS’ new lineup of ZenBook devices have been launched, bringing to the market three new models, two of which pack awesome OLED display panels.

ZenBook Flip S OLED

This 13.3-inch device packs a
4K OLED
 touch display that offers a 100% DCI-P3
colour
 gamut, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, is PANTONE validated, and is VESA
DisplayHDR
 500 True Black-certified.

ASUS claims that this is the world’s thinnest 13-inch laptop, and with a thickness of just 1.39 cm, it’s probably true. The laptop packs an all-
aluminium
 alloy body finished with Jade Black along with copper accents for an extra premium touch.

Under the hood is an Intel Core i7-1165G7 CPU and 16GB RAM, and up to 1TB of PCIe
NVMe
 SSD. The laptop also comes with 2x
Thunderbolt
 4 Type C ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, and one HDMI port.

There’s no LAN port here, but there is support for
WiFi
 6 which is capable of getting you up to 2.4Gbps of transfer speeds. You can also opt to get the ASUS Pen 2.0 stylus which makes sketching easier on the laptop’s touch display.

A big selling point of the ZenBook Flip S is its impressive 10-hour battery life even with 4K resolution enabled. The laptop ships with a 65W power adapter.

The laptop is priced at RM6,799.

ZenBook
Flip 13 OLED

This 13.3-inch
laptop
 comes with a FHD OLED touch panel that offers 100% DCI-P3
colour
 gamut.

The design of the laptop is still built of all
aluminium
 but it boasts a simple grey aesthetic without copper accents.

In terms of hardware, you can choose to equip the device with an Intel Core i5-1135G7, and an Intel Core i7-1165G7 CPU; 8GB RAM and 512GB of storage via a PCIe
NVMe
 SSD. Like the ZenBook Flip S, you get
WiFi
 6 support here as well and the same array  of I/O ports.

The laptop is able to offer up to 14 hours of battery life and supports the same 65W of charging.

The Core i5 model is priced at RM4,699; while the Core i7 variant will set you back RM5,199.

ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482)

ASUS’ signature dual-screen
laptop
 gets refreshed with Intel’s new 11
th
 Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 and Core i7-1165G7 CPUs.

For graphics, you get the NVIDIA GeForce MX450 GPU; and you get up to 16GB RAM, while your storage option is limited to a 512GB PCIe
NVMe
 SSD.

There is no OLED panel this time around back you still get a decent 14-inch FHD display that’s PANTONE-validated, and offers 100% sRGB
colour
 output. The second display – dubbed the
ScreenPad
 Plus – measures at 12.6-inches in size and supports touch controls.

The second display tilts at a 7-degree angle, for better visibility, and it supports the Screen Xpert 2 software that has more built-in apps to improve productivity.

In terms of I/O ports, you get 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack, and 1x MicroSD card reader.

The Core i5+8GB RAM model is price at RM5,499 and the Core i7+16GB RAM model is priced at RM6,499.

All three laptops are available from today onwards, and can be
purchased
 via ASUS’ authorized dealers, and the brands’ official e-stores.

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ASUS launches ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook 13 OLED in Malaysia

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ASUS has expanded its ZenBook laptop line up with the introduction of the ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook 13 OLED in Malaysia, as the name already suggests, they come fitted with OLED panels and is a huge step up from their predecessors, which users can expect an improved visual experience when it comes to entertainment and content creation.

ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED

The ZenBook Pro Duo 15 continues the legacy of its predecessor by offering two displays on a single device, powered by up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i9-10980HK processor mated to 32GB DDR4 2933MHz RAM and 1TB of PCIe Gen3x4 storage, graphics power is supplied by the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU with 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM, which is by all means a beefy content creation machine.

In terms of the displays, only the main 15.6″ is an OLED panel that sports a 4K UHD resolution and supports touch input with 4096 pressure-level stylus support, the display covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color space and is certified by the VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 standards, which content creators can expect deep blacks and impressive contrast that hasn’t been seen back on the previous model.

The secondary ScreenPad+ display measures 14.09″ and now tilts up for a better viewing angle, screen resolution is also consistent with the main display with a 3840×1100 and despite being an IPS display, it also supports touch input that has been optimized for creative applications and multitasking supported by the new ScreenXpert 2 software.

The ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED is available in options of Intel Core i7 and Core i9 models, which retails for RM15,999 and RM12,999 respectively.

ZenBook 13 OLED

The classic ZenBook 13 is finally getting the OLED display treatment after its siblings, featuring a compact form factor that weighs 1.14kg and measures 13.9mm thin, the laptop offers up to 13 hours of battery life and comes with the same set of features as its predecessor, such as an IR camera for Windows Hello Face Recognition, an edge-to-edge keyboard design and ASUS NumberPad 2.0.

Specs wise, ASUS offers the ZenBook 13 OLED with either an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 or Core i5-1135G7 processor, there’s 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 512GB of PCIe SSD storage as standard, while it offers expandability with two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, a MicroSD card reader, a full sized USB port and HDMI port.

The ZenBook 13 OLED will be available starting 13th June in Malaysia with a retail price of RM4,299 for the Core i5 model and RM4,999 for the Core i7 model.

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CES 2021: ASUS launches ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and refreshed ZenBook Duo 14

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ASUS has just launched the ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook Duo 14 – bringing the latest hardware to the trusty performance
ultrabook
 series.

ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED

This is a powerful 15-incher that sports a gorgeous OLED panel, an up to an Intel Core i9-10980HK processor, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU.

The display here is touch screen and pushes a 4K resolution; there’s also HDR support and boasts ASUS’ signature
NanoEdge
 design, meaning minimum less bezels and more screen real-estate.

For creators, the OLED panel offers a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and is VESA
DisplayHDR
 True Black 500 certification. On top of that, the screen is PANTONE Validated and supports a 100% DCI-P3
colour
 gamut.

To go with the flashy display are a list of premium hardware – besides the CPU and GPU mentioned before, the laptop also supports up to 32GB of RAM and up to 1TB of PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD.

ZenBook Duo 14

The laptop now gets decked out with the latest 11
th
-Gen Intel Core i7 CPU along with the Intel Iris X integrated graphics. There’s up to 32GB RAM and 1TB of PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD to help you get work done without a hitch. Should you need more power, you could also opt for the NVIDIA GeForce MX450 GPU as well.

The display you get here is a 14-inch FHD 60Hz LED panel that’s PANTONE
validated
 and supports 100% sRGB
colour
 gamut. Being a ZenBook Duo, you also get the handy
ScreenPad
 Plus, a 12.6-inch secondary touch display for better multitasking.

The laptop also comes with Harman Kardon-certified speakers so you still get decent audio without a set of external speakers.

ASUS
 hasn’t announced the official pricing and availability of the laptops in Malaysia yet, but stay tuned on our website for the latest updates.

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ASUS launches the ZenFone AR, a Tango enabled phone with three rear cameras

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Today, Asus has launched the ZenFone AR in Malaysia, a Tango-enabled phone that supports both VR through Google Daydream and AR technologies. Tango is a software developed by Google that enables augmented reality straight on your phone without any markers or trackers, creating an AR experience that you can get anywhere at anytime. It is also the smallest and lightest Tango-enabled device comparing to the other available products out there.

The smaller form factor is thanks to the innovative ASUS TriCam system, that puts three cameras at the back of the phone, with each of them serving a purpose of its own. The first being a 23MP PixelMaster 3.0 main camera, a motion-tracking camera, and a depth-sensing camera that meets Tango’s specifications.

The phone is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor optimised for Tango, 8GB RAM, 5.7-inch WQHD Super AMOLED display and five-magnet speaker, making Daydream’s apps and games more immersive. It also comes with Android 7.0 out-of-the-box.

The phone’s audio system is powered by ASUS SonicMaster 3.0 technology and is driven by a powerful NXP smart amplifier, to deliver clear and expansive sound that can be played at high volumes without any breakage. It will also support DTS Headphones:X to provide a virtual 7.1-channel audio for an even more immersive audio experience.

The Thin and light metallic design brings a beautiful, minimalistic, light and compact design to the phone, with stainless steel accents around the camera to help protect the camera lens from scratches. The ergonomic curved shaped, 4.8mm edge and the tactile leather-patterned rear surface feels great in the hand.

As for the camera features, it comes with four-axis OIS and three-axis EIS for more stable photos and videos, 0.03 second autofocus technology, Super Resolution Mode by merging four 23MP photos to create a 92MP photo, RAW file format support to make editing photos easier, high-resolution 4K UHD video recording and professional manual creative controls to give you full control of the camera.

The phone will be priced at RM3,799 and is available for purchase from all authorised ASUS resellers. It will also come with a one-year one-to-one exchange within 12 months of purchase. For more information on this and other Asus products, check out their official website
here
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ASUS Malaysia announces availability of ROG Swift PG348Q, retails at RM5,999

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ASUS Malaysia has finally brought in the ROG Swift PG348Q curved ultrawide gaming monitor, a 34-inch display that outputs an Ultra-Wide QHD (3440×1440) resolution with a 21:9 aspect ratio, ASUS has used an IPS panel with a sRGB color gamut, which aims to deliver an accurate color reproduction. On top of that, it features a 5ms response time and can be overclocked up to 100Hz refresh rate with NVIDIA’s G-SYNC to offer a tear-free gameplay experience.

In terms of design, the PG348Q sports a frameless design and the new ROG Armor Titanium and Plasma Copper color scheme, there’s also ROG light effects built into the stand to create a gaming ambience on your desk. The ROG Swift PG348Q has a pair of built in 2W speakers, one DisplayPort 1.2, one HDMI 1.4 and four USB 3.0 ports.

The ROG Swift PG348Q joins the rest of the ROG Swift gaming monitor family and is the largest screen size that ASUS has to offer in the range, it is currently available in major IT retailers at a suggested retail price of RM5,999 and is backed by a 3-year local warranty. Head on over to http://goo.gl/WyKZlK.

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ASUS Malaysia announces preorders of the ROG Maximus IX Extreme motherboard

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ASUS may have already announced a slew of ROG branded Intel Kaby Lake motherboards, however the company isn’t done yet as it has finally announced the availability of its top of the line Kaby Lake motherboard, and it has made things a little special by partnering with local popular PC modders here. Starting from 4th-18th March 2017, the ROG Maximus IX Extreme motherboard can be preordered at a special price of RM3,319 (originally at RM3,419) from
Emarque
,
LucroPC
, and
Mod N Go Design
, this motherboard has the performance and features that PC modders and overclockers will ever need.

The ROG Maximus IX Extreme is based on Intel’s Z270 chipset and supports DDR4-4133MHz memory, it also comes with the SupremeFX S1220 codec with a 113dB signal-to-noise ratio for great audio performance. The motherboard is a rather solidly built one and it offers comprehensive protection with a pre-mounted I/O shield, reinforced SafeSlot and SafeDIMM, and copper-plate motherboard edge. For PC modders, the motherboard will offers a comprehensive solution over your water cooling setup with the combined effort from ASUS and Bitpower, which you can cool your system with the integrated ROG monoblock, liquid-conduction-cooled M.2 heatsink and eight radiator-fan headers.

Otherwise, the ROG Maximus IX Extreme offers a lot of connectivity features onboard, which includes 2×2 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Thunderbolt 3, front panel USB 3.1, a fast Intel I219-V LAN, and three PCI-E x16 slots that will support both NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFireX. If you have been waiting to get this motherboard to build your ultimate gaming rig, head on over to
http://woobox.com/258wbf
 to make your preorder.

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ASUS Malaysia announces the Fonepad 7 FE375CG, the first 64-bit Android tablet in the market

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We know ASUS is cooking something up interesting in IFA 2014, however it seems that our friends at ASUS Malaysia have one great stuff to excite us as well, the
ASUS Fonepad
 7 FE375CG is now available in Malaysia, this is the first
tablet
 to be powered by Intel’s Atom Z3560 64-bit quad-core processor clocked at 1.8GHz with 1GB of RAM, it also features a whole new design that is lighter and narrower than its predecessor.

With the 64-bit Intel processor onboard, the
Fonepad
 7 FE375CG will boast a battery life of up to 10.5 hours on video playback and continuous web browsing, it will also have 20 hours of rated talk-time over 3G networks. On the other hand, we also find a standard 1280×800 IPS display, 5 Megapixel main camera and 2 Megapixel front camera with Pixelmaster technology. The
Fonepad
 7 FE375CG is dual SIM capable with DC-HSPA+ network support and comes preloaded with Android 4.4 KitKat and ZenUI.

The
Fonepad
 7 FE375CG will come with 8GB of built-in memory with
MicroSD expansion
 up to 64GB, the
phablet
 is now available at local IT resellers and ASUS authorized stores nationwide at a price of RM649.


ASUS Malaysia announces the Transformer Book Chi T300 and ZenBook UX305

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Early this week, ASUS Malaysia has officially announced the availability of its latest ultra-slim and portable laptop offerings announced back in CES 2015, the long anticipated 2-in-1 Transformer Book Chi T300 and ZenBook UX305 is now available in Malaysia with an amazing value.

The Transformer Book Chi T300 is an ultra slim 2-in-1 that sports the signature detachable form factor from ASUS, weighing at 720g (
tablet
) and measuring 7.6mm (
tablet
), the device is powered by Intel’s Broadwell Core M-5Y71 CPU and has up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of SSD storage, its beautiful 12.5-inch touch IPS display packs a stunning WQHD (2560×1440) resolution which many will love.

What makes the Transformer Book Chi T300 so special out of most Core M offerings is that the device is fanless, which literally means you’ll be able to have an absolutely silent computing experience, the keyboard station also features Bluetooth connectivity so that you won’t actually need to attach the device to use it. In terms of inputs, ASUS has made given two MicroUSB ports, one MicroHDMI port and has still managed to cramp in a standard
SD card
 slot. Lastly, the Transformer Book Chi has an 8 hour battery life juiced by a 32WHr battery.

The ZenBook UX305 is the world’s slimmest 13.3-inch Ultrabook measuring 12.mm thin and weighs 1.2kg, the laptop is also powered by the same Intel Core M-5Y71 CPU and comes with an optional 8GB variant, its display resolution is still a pretty impressive Full HD (1920×1080) resolution nonetheless and its keyboard is a 286mm frameless chiclet keyboard. The ZenBook UX305 comes with up to 256GB of SSD storage and has three USB 3.0 ports, one SDXC card reader, Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi 802.11ac. ASUS has also packed the laptop with a pair of Bang & Olufsen speakers with its SonicMaster audio technology onboard which makes the laptop a perfect entertainment companion, its 45WHr battery will give users up to an impressive 10 hour all day use.

Both the Transformer Book Chi T300 and ZenBook UX305 will be available immediately with the starting price of RM3,199 and RM2,399 respectively, which is relatively cheaper than most Core M offerings in the market and giving competitors such as the Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro a good run for its money. ASUS has also confirmed that they will not increase the prices of the laptops even if GST kicks in on April, this should make some customers really happy.


ASUS Malaysia announces the Transformer Book Flip

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Seems like the 2-in-1 laptop form factor is doing pretty well, because ASUS has announced its very own Transformer Book Flip here in Malaysia. The Transformer Book Flip is a
Windows 8.1
 laptop that features an advanced hinge that will allow users to use the device in a laptop or
tablet
 mode, the design is also very much suited for use in challenging work spaces.

Flexibility doesn’t comes with compromises in hardware internals, the Transformer Book Flip comes with a configuration of up to Core i7 processor and GeForce GT840M discrete graphics and there’s even two screen sizes – 13.3” and 15.6” – for you to choose from, so there’s definitely an option for everyone. However, screen resolution isn’t for everyone though, it comes with a low 1366×768 display resolution. Not to worry though, the laptop doesn’t come with a plastic chassis but an extremely premium hairline-textured aluminum finish.

Prices of the Transformer Book Flip starts from RM1,699 for the 13.3” model (TP300LA) with Core i3 Processor, Intel
HD Graphics
and 500GB hard drive up to RM2,899 for the 15.6” model (TP550LN-CI088H) with Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce GT840M 2GB graphics and a 500GB+24GB SSD configuration. Do check it out at your nearest local resellers and the price is pretty affordable for a 2-in-1 laptop.

Do also check out our first look at a similar product –
the Dell Inspiron 13 7000 series here
.


ASUS Malaysia brings in 2022 TUF DASH F15 gaming laptop

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ASUS Malaysia has announced the availability of the mid-range TUF DASH F15 gaming laptop here today, sporting upgraded internals such as a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12650H processor and up to an RTX 3060 Laptop GPU with a MUX Switch, the new TUF DASH sure has a lot of gaming performance to offer at a starting accessible price tag of RM4,699.

The TUF DASH F15 features a 15.6-inch Full HD display that refreshes at 144Hz, it now has a built-in HD camera and improved speakers that support Dolby Atmos and is Hi-Res audio certified, the laptop supports USB PD charging of up to 100W as an alternative to juice up its large 76Whr battery, there’s also finally Thunderbolt 4 support which wasn’t previously available.

Other improvements over the last year’s TUF DASH F15 include a 27% larger touchpad, new Arc Flow fans that improves air flow with 84 blades and cooling is supported by 4 exhaust vents and 5 heatpipes.

The 2022 ASUS TUF DASH F15 is currently available for purchase at most PC retailers in Malaysia now.

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