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[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
- according to androidauthority, the transformer pad infinity will come with the price $499 at the end of this June

- on official asus website, the wifi only version is available in 2 storage size options: 32 GB and 64 GB.

- as i know, the wifi only version is always cheaper than the 3G/4G/LTE/Cellular version

=> from the information above, i conclude this tablet will come at the end of this June with the price $499 for the wifi only 32GB version. i think the only thing that could make my prediction wrong is android authority lied about the price and release date (they actually say they talked to an asus rep and he confirmed the information about release date and price)

what do you guys think? :D
[Asus Transformer TF700] ian1:
You do realize "Super IPS + " is just marketing like the iPad retina display. There all just ips panels except the tf201 is brighter than all other tablets.
[Asus Transformer TF700] safarigirl:
nooktablet,

Thanks for sharing the link! I am so pleased I decided to return the prime(s) and wait for the infinity. Getting it for the same price is the icing on the cake!!WhoooHooo! :D
[Asus Transformer TF700] terjeofnorway:
Agreed! Apple is obviously doing many things righ. However, there seem to be a fine line between "learning from Apple" and "copying Apple" these days (ref. 2011/2012 patent lawsuit bonanza). But that discussion belongs to another thread, I guess.

Anyway, the Transformer product line does look promising, filling the need for people who actually want to do some productive work and not just derp around with Angry Birds and iMovie. :p
[Asus Transformer TF700] DarkFire1985:
Anyone seen any preorders up in the Netherlands or Germany? So far it looks like only Scandinavian has that privilege.
[Asus Transformer TF700] mav26:
Hey Guys!

After following intensively this thread, expecting some informations about the release, i'm gonna give you some good news about the french release.

I preordered the infinity on rueducommerce.fr, with a release date about middle July.

I received a mail yesterday saying that they'll get the stock for the 26th June Max. :D
[Asus Transformer TF700] sapienssapiens:
I just checked rueducommerce.fr and there's no preorder page for the infinity. The TF300 is not in stock and will be available within 30 days. Could it be that the two products were confused with each other?
[Asus Transformer TF700] mav26:
I checked too, and you're right it doesn't appear anymore.

Maybe too many preorders...

Guys talked about it in page 121, thanks to them.

So i preordered the Wifi only 32Gb with the Azerty dock version, for 600€.
[Asus Transformer TF700] KrisTheRock:
They say they don't know which model it is. I really wish they will charge $499 for the 32GB wi-fi and it could be true. But $499 could also be the subsidized price for the LTE model if you take a contract.
[Asus Transformer TF700] mav26:
According to the french prices, as $ = € in merchandising :mad:, $499 would be for the wifi 32Gb version, but without the dock.
[Asus Transformer TF700] KrisTheRock:
I was ready to pay $599 for the 32GB version + $150 for the dock. But I guess they should go $499 to compete better.
[Asus Transformer TF700] rockface:
A700 vs TF700

Whoops - Thanks Einride!

There are just so many sites spewing information and not all of them agree...

For example... On the IPS issue:

According to androiddigit.com { I can't post links yet :-( } "Acer said it does not have IPS technology" referring to the A700.

Concerning the Battery:

The A700 has a much larger battery (36Wh) but only gets 10.5 hours of life out of it. The TF700's 25Wh battery claims to get 10 hours of life. You'd figure with a 30% larger battery, Acer could do better than a 4% battery life bump. The Acer has to be less efficient and run hotter than the Asus.
[Asus Transformer TF700] borchgrevink:
Does Samsung have anything up it sleeves (announced or rumored) that can compete with this?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Techie2012:
never mind...
[Asus Transformer TF700] fatpandas:
nothing that i've seen yet. It looks like they're completely skipping any Tegra 3 tablets and waiting for Tegra 4? Or maybe even something completely different? I was really hoping they would come out with something since I love their screens. The gamut, IMO, is much better than most tablets that i've had a chance to play with.

hoping the infinity can trump it though!
[Asus Transformer TF700] demandarin:
No ;) Samsung is dead this year..lol
[Asus Transformer TF700] wynand32:
With Acer releasing the A700 32GB for $449, I don't think ASUS has any choice but release the TF700 for $499 or less.

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Seems like the next Samsung tablet will be the Galaxy Note 10.1", with a quad-core Exynos. Only 1280X800, though, unless they change that up at the last minute.

I do believe the high-res Samsung tablet will be more than 1920X1200, whenever it comes out. And it'll be an excellent screen, just like all Samsung devices. It will also be expensive. That's my prediction, anyways.
[Asus Transformer TF700] fatpandas:
indeed. I forgot about the galaxy note. I almost hope they don't announce a new tablet with a high-res screen anytime soon since i've been waiting so long for the infinity. that would make the decisions rather difficult...
[Asus Transformer TF700] ajamils:
Samsung has Note 10.1 that is not released yet.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Einride:
Of course, but a (much) brighter display is still a notable difference IMO. Whether or not the tablet is usable outdoors in bright sunlight might be a deciding factor for those buying a tablet.

Have Asus given out battery life and specific numbers for the Infinity? They've been very good at avoiding that part up until now at least.

The A700 is probably closer to real battery lifetime than the Asus. Maybe Asus can squeeze out a little more with the battery saving profile, but that also means lower clocked CPUs and GPU, which also gives lower performance. It's nice to have that option though. But I have a feeling the Acer is much more realistic concerning battery life with the new FHD panel. I seriously doubt Asus with a 30% smaller battery somehow can make almost the exact same hardware that much more efficient and get the same runtime. At least not without major powersaving options. Which also lowers performance. And Acer might have something similar to those power profiles for all I know. I've never tried the Iconia tablets.
[Asus Transformer TF700] XabiX666:
Strange, I just looked (to order it) and the tf700 is not listed anymore.

Arg !!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
Has any of you actually seen TF700KL (the S4 version for LTE/3G) in "stock to come" recently on those pre-order sites, after the initial pre-order marketing by Swiss Heiniger shop sometime in May?

I wonder how much more waiting would that be in Europe, as I would really prefer the Snapdragon CPU over Tegra 3. There were rumours both TF700T and TF700KL would be released in the US simultaneously, but all the videos I've seen show the T3 version.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Johnex:
Im getting really tired of this now:

"1 Antal beställt till lager (obekräftat) - Förväntat sänddatum 2012-07-06"

My date changed now from the 28th of June to the 6th of July

O_________O

:mad::mad::mad:
[Asus Transformer TF700] krifos:
Same here, I was one of the first ordering the TF700 from Komplett.no - and my date has now changed from June 28th to July 6th. What's worst is that it's only a couple of days since Asus Sweden PROMISED on Komplett.no's facebook-page that those who had ordered early would get delivery late June.

Might cancel the pre-order if this keeps on going. The tablet was super-specced when it was announced in february. Still very good now in June. In a few months, it will already be semi-outdated, and Win8-tablets seems much more interesting.

Maybe the newest win8-line from Acer?
[Asus Transformer TF700] opentoe:
I know. I am really just a pain and my life is miserable so I have such a bad attitude towards everything. I'm not content or even happy a little unless I'm being such a pain or bad mouth. Also, opinions are like butt holes. Everyone has one.

Every time I sit my butt on the toilet and bring my Asus tablet + bluetooth speaker with me it causes me grief and pain when I can't watch a simple low quality video with my bluetooth speaker on because the DESIGN FLAW in the Prime is so bad. Asus has NEVER solved this issue, only to announce more products that cost more. So, if i can't enjoy my dump on the toilet because of crappy made tablet, would you be happy?

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Don't believe the hype. Like I said, around the holidays. :)
[Asus Transformer TF700] wynand32:
Nobody knows about battery life until some real-world testing. Those are just manufacturer claims, based on whatever metrics they want to use.

Since the TF700 is supposed to have a faster Tegra 3 than the A700, along with the smaller battery, I'll be absolutely shocked if it gets better battery life.
[Asus Transformer TF700] darkfire2024:
God damn it, ASUS. You keep us with our heads between our legs about when the next best tablet will be released, and then you take down the only unboxing of the infinity.

http://ritchiesroom.com/2012/06/12/asus-transformer-infinity-first-look/

Just shut up and take my money, ASUS!
[Asus Transformer TF700] rockface:
The 10hr battery estimate came from the Asus web site for the tf700... But I saw another site claiming only 9.5. either way I'd take the lighter/thinner tf700 over a700. the extra battery in the keyboard/dock more than makes up for it.
[Asus Transformer TF700] speedyr6:
The interesting part about the take down is the date given. That date corresponds with some of the dates we saw for pre-orders and could mean that in a week and a half, maybe two we could actually start seeing devices. They were probably under NDA until just before the release and prematurely posted their vid/article.

From Ritchie's Room:

Thank you for visiting our page.

Our content regarding the ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity has been taken down

temporarily and will be re uploaded on the 25th of June.

Please return on this day.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
exactly, this is why they say it will come "at the end of June".

i expected it will come on 30th but now we know it's coming even sooner.

but luckily i just watched that unboxing video on ritchiesroom 2 days ago
[Asus Transformer TF700] gmguk:
Or . . . Asus could just say - no news today - wait until end of July . . . seems never ending this waiting . . . . :confused:
[Asus Transformer TF700] yumms:
What if: Asus still used the slowest and cheapest flash memory in TF700 like they did in TF201? Making the entire system barely able to do multi tasking.

If so then that alone is the reason to skip it and go for A700.
[Asus Transformer TF700] XabiX666:
I never saw a vendor that bad in terms of advertisement and communication.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Johnex:
Oh the Asus Sweden is under fire now from both Swedish and Norwegian customers.

I'm actually laughing a little. I wonder what they will say this time?

:rolleyes:
[Asus Transformer TF700] KrisTheRock:
asuseeepad.net/blog/2012/06/italy-updated-release-date-info-transformer-infinity-tf700t/

This site says it's now mid-july for Italy. However, when I click on the source (Italy FB page), I don't see that quote. They either removed it or asuseeepad.net are making stuff up.
[Asus Transformer TF700] gmguk:
Do you know, I've never purchased an Asus product - at this rate I'll never be able to! :p
[Asus Transformer TF700] Johnex:
Here is a link to the post about mid July.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...comment_id=1174000&offset=0&total_comments=39
[Asus Transformer TF700] camspy:
10 hours battery time is if you use it for that time with screen ON (not the brightest) and some not very resource sucking tasks.

How much would it take to have it on idle with just push emails and background tasks without screen On?
[Asus Transformer TF700] shinzz:
To those who are waiting to pre-order Infinity 700...

Wouldn't it be better if majority of you wait & see how the launch goes? If you consider all the issues Prime & even Pad 300 have had.... it won't be just WIFI issue that many of you might deal with. Also, if Google 7in. tablet drops at the same time (with Jellybean) & Infinity 700 doesn't.... it's going to add more issues to the tablet.

Take the wait and see approach... while reading early media reviews will give u some barometer ... remember, they are just quick impression of the device (look at Prime and all the glorious reviews on it). Again, take the wait and see approach... let some other "beta testers" test it out at launch before you dip into your wallet....

As for me, with a debacle of experience with Transformer Prime... I have to stay away from Asus products completely for a while. Yes, even the 7 in. Google Nexus tablet at $150 price... if Prime with same CPU and superior overall component is having serious issues, I have to imagine the 7 in. tablet won't be too kind either (although, since Asus is tied to Google on this one.. they might have focused all of their resource on this product to get it "right").
[Asus Transformer TF700] Porschexda:
Infinity is for preorder in Slovakia:

http://www.asus-shop.sk/katalog/asus-eee-pad/asus-transformer-pad-infinity-tf700t-64gb-klavesni-sedy

ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity TF700T 64GB with dock - 719€.
[Asus Transformer TF700] cheltenham2004:
Maybe its comin with jelly bean :eek:
[Asus Transformer TF700] KrisTheRock:
Isn't this about the padfone?
[Asus Transformer TF700] shinzz:
Btw, those looking for tablet + dock alternative... well, looks like Lenovo has decided to sell this in state.

http://www.engadget.com/2012/06/15/lenovo-ideatab-s2110a-fcc/

Just passed the FCC.. meaning, it'll be released soon.

http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/lenovos-ideatab-s2-10-joins-the-tablet-transformation-gang-pa/

That'll give you an idea of spec & look....
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
It is, but in the comment they made a response about the Infinity release. Just use Google Translate.
[Asus Transformer TF700] KrisTheRock:
Thanks, I didn't read the comments. :)
[Asus Transformer TF700] flight777:
Infinity already passed FCC a week or two ago....
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
When will this be purchasable in Europe and at what price in euros?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Einride:
1280x800 display makes this a Transformer Prime alternative, not an Infinity alternative IMO. Still, looks nice though. Snapdragon S4 SoC since it'll have 3G/LTE?
[Asus Transformer TF700] brucewilsonpa:
Interesting but what specs have been revealed are not even close to what the Infinity offers.
[Asus Transformer TF700] shinzz:
Take out resolution and camera.... uhh.. it is pretty close??? Unless those two are the only spec you care for..... Btw, Infinity 700 is basically Prime with new backplate & 1080p resolution. Are you going to say Prime isn't even near Infinity 700 in spec as well??

And yea, it isn't direct alternative to Infinity 700 (if you really want that 1080p resolution that is).... but an alternative in general for those who are looking for Android tablet + keyboard dock combination.
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
It's actually new CPU/GPU SoC too, which makes a difference, as you can see in a benchmark video by RitchiesRoom (putting aside what benchmarks really show).
[Asus Transformer TF700] shinzz:
Not if you purchase the S4 version of Infinity 700.
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
That's actually even better = dynamic voltage control = longer battery life + less heat. And it may be actually faster than T3 in everyday experience (not neccessarily gaming). We'll see about that, but there are things to be excited about, other than new cover of the old Prime (which is nice too, btw).

I'll probably go with Google Nexus 7" Tablet anyway for now and then wait for the LTE version of Infinity after some reviews and user comments, unless it is available in Europe alongside with the T33 version (and the latter seems fine too, I just prefer the S4).
[Asus Transformer TF700] tibursio:
according to a couple swiss online retailers it seems that the grey version is already on stock and you can order it. I preordered the gold version else I would have tried that...

here's a list of retailers selling the grey version in switzerland:

http://www.toppreise.ch/prod_273722.html
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
Well, this is in fact pre-order as well. They say they will be shipping it 6.07.2012. Nice listing though.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Johnex:
Those actually look like shady sites....

A quick look shows that they are all on the same stock. Might be one site cloned many times. Maybe someone can order it and see if it ships directly?
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
i will buy the TF300 if they don't release it at the end of this June.

why doesn't google make a 10-inch version of the Nexus tablet?
[Asus Transformer TF700] David Dee:
Today is the last day that I can return my TF300 and I had planned to return it and get the Infinity. Even an infinity release on Monday could result in it not being on store shelves until mid July. I am extremely pleased with my 300, it is an awesome tablet that has far exceeded my expectations. Very smooth and everything works. Given this I am going to keep it. In my view you won't be disappointed if you buy the 300 instead.
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
How is it with the "plastic feel" some complained about and the temperatures? Do you have any issues with the screen when you squeeze the corners of your TF300 to some extent? (stripes, changing colours on the edge etc.)
[Asus Transformer TF700] Ready2Mosh:
i owned a 300 and returned it for a few reasons and came back to the prime.

1 was the cheap feel of it and that it flexes pretty easily, the screen is of less quality than the prime and if your outside it makes a huge difference and lastly the battery doesn,t last nearly as long.

It does have better wifi and the gps does work, those are really the main +s of the 300, oh and price.
[Asus Transformer TF700] David Dee:
I find it quite comfortable to hold, plastic feeling doesn't bother me at all. I think the plastic / metal thing is very personal, some equate a premium feel to the metal. After having the Prime for 1 week, a very sexy tablet with terrible wifi reception, uncomfortable to hold, crappy hdmi & micro sd ports plus no gps, I realized what is import to me. I never really look at the tablet from the other side anyway, but I do think this device looks better in person that the pictures. The aesthetic issue is personal, I am merely providing perspective from what is important to me.

If by temperature you mean too much heat, that issue is non-existent for me. I have not felt this tablet warm up at all. I had an a510 and that thing was on fire it was so hot.

I just squeezed the corners of my tablet (first time, not really a natural movement) and no colour or other change on the edge.

I am quite particular with my gadgets. I have taken back both a Prime & A510. When I purchased the 300 it was more out of curiosity, I never once thought I would consider keeping it. But this is one of those rare instances when a product blows the top of my expectations, and I am very confident in my decision to keep it.
[Asus Transformer TF700] David Dee:
Can't debate with you on feel, that is personal, but I have not felt the "flexing". I had the Prime for a week and I really don't notice a deterioration of screen quality moving to the 300, although I didn't once feel the need to use the super IPS, inside or out. I have timed it and the battery difference given equal brightness & use is approximately 30-40 minutes. Would I appreciate that extra half hour of battery life, sure, but it is a small cost for having everything not just work, but work well.
[Asus Transformer TF700] yumms:
Anyone know if TF700 has both speakers on the same side like TFP?
[Asus Transformer TF700] mezzyg:
Yes it is
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
i heard the TF300 when you hold it, your hands "cover" the speakers,

what about the TF700?

and TF300 owners, do you always use a headphone because of that problem, i guess the sound wouldn't be good as it should if your hands cover the speakers
[Asus Transformer TF700] David Dee:
Someone correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the speaker location is the same on the 300, Prime and Infinity. I have never used headphones and don't really have any problems with the sound. The only sound I use the tablet speaker for is gaming, surfing and youtube. For listening to music, I purchased the Creative D100 portable bluetooth speaker, not top of line sound, but good for a little speaker I can carry around my house. I had the a510 with the speaker separation and highly rated speaker sound....to be honest I don't really think the 300 is any worse that than. Best thing is to go to a retailer and play with one for a while to see how it sounds in person.

Lol, when I re-read my posts I really do sound like a fan boy.....just being honest, not on anyone's payroll :D
[Asus Transformer TF700] yumms:
Sigh, Acer 700 is looking better and better.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
disagree, the TF700 is better and better,

the acer a700 is not even "looking" better since it's thicker, doesn't have the design like the TF700

can you tell me what's better about it? maybe the price
[Asus Transformer TF700] IUH1991:
It'll come when it comes
[Asus Transformer TF700] 3oudreaux:
At least all those who decide to quit waiting for the infinity will make it easier for me to find one when they finally do release.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
Is there an overview of all soonish releasing dock tablets?

1. Pad Infinity

2. Lenovo IdeaTab S2-10

3. ...?
[Asus Transformer TF700] DarkFire1985:
Acer W510, windows though
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
That one doesn't fit in the list as it is not releasing soon.
[Asus Transformer TF700] sapienssapiens:
Oh the humanity...

XDA guys and gals,

The Infinity is coming soon and that's a certainty! Within 1-2 months, it'll be out there for us all to enjoy. And it's safe to assume that some lucky countries will get it early July at the latest. So, let's please keep the tantrums to a minimum.

Some might be tempted to opt for a tablet on the basis of price or specs. But see...I wrote "a tablet", not "a different tablet". The Infinity is not marketed towards the folks who want yet-another-tablet and Asus knows that. It's a bloody Transformer and nothing comes close to it in terms of modularity. I've been the happy owner of what some have termed a "netvertible" (Aspire 1825PTZ) for two years, and I can assure you that laptops and tablets seem very dull in comparison. The Inifinty takes the Transformer concept to another level, with the added benefit of a sleek and sexy design.

I'm just reiterating a point that's been made all long this thread but that some people keep ignoring: This is a unique device that - as of yet - has no competitors. So let's please keep the tablet comparisons to a minimum. I fully empathize with the frustration of not being able to get an Infinity RIGHT NOW (I hit this page at least 10 times a day!), but it would do us all a lot of good to take a deep breath, realize that the beast is already in production lines somewhere in Asia, and enjoy the present moment.

Respectfully yours,

Sapiens

P.S: It's sad that we live in a world that doesn't sacralize free access to information yet. In a perfect world, the lead engineer managing the Transformer line of products should be updating us daily (NotionInk/Kickstarter style).