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ASUS Announces Partnership with Blue Microphones by Logitech

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ASUS announces partnership with Blue Microphones by Logitech, the world’s renowned innovative audio production brand to join the ongoing initiative and efforts of ASUS Creators Academy.

The ASUS Creators Academy started in 2021, it’s a platform for local content creators to share, learn and inspire each other. The initiative started with a few amazing content creators like local comedy expert Jaze Phua where he shared about VFX video effects tutorials; YouTuber Butterworks where they talked about storytelling, photographer Ryanmamba where he taught about colour-grading together with many others. Till today, the Creators Academy has already seen many creators onboard with many tutorials, tips and guides lined up for the community.

“The Creators Academy is not just a place where creators from all walks of profession can come together to share, learn and inspire one another, it is also an initiative where brands like ASUS and many others can band together to enable and empower these creators with the avenues to showcase their work and skills and not forgetting the resources or equipment they might need. Which is why, to have Blue Microphones by Logitech for Creators joining the Creators Academy along with others is a milestone for us.” said Eddie Teng – Head of Marketing, ASUS Singapore.

ASUS partnership with Blue Microphones by Logitech for Creators will expand ASUS Creators Academy content varieties, allowing them to reach out to more content creators, from music production, to illustration, video editing, and many more. There is a new Creator Academy Facebook Page and Group, they will be launched in early Q2 for creators to discuss and share their work. The latest creative news will also be shared in the group for creators to catch on the latest trend.

“While creating has become more accessible than ever, in order to be successful and sustainable, creators need the right tools and support. Logitech for Creators has the tools to help creators simplify the process of creation. We make the tools, creators change the world.” said Bernard Chow – Cluster Head, Singapore

ASUS and Blue Microphones by Logitech for Creators are both passionate about technology and driven by innovation. Recognising that every creator needs a tool of their own, ASUS has designed products around their needs and has established a pro line up of products specifically for the creators, which is dedicated to bringing out the best work from all creative minds.

The Ultimate Mic for Creating and Streaming

Yeti is the world’s most celebrated USB microphone for gaming and streaming. Featuring Blue’s proprietary tri-capsule technology, Yeti delivers the highest quality, most versatile audio recording capabilities. Yeti is equipped with important direct controls, including microphone gain for controlling the mic’s sensitivity and an instant mute button. Yeti features four different recording patterns—directional to the front (cardioid) for rejecting background noise for single person gaming, omnidirectional for the whole group, bidirectional (front and back), and stereo (right and left). Yeti also features Blue VO!CE, a studio-grade software that features advanced voice modulation and HD audio samples

To learn from the best content creators from Singapore, please visit https://creatorsacademy.sg/ to find out more.

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ASUS partners Starhub to take Gamers into Cloud

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ASUS recently announced a strategic partnership with Starhub to take gamers into cloud, bringing out the gamer in everyone through cloud gaming. With GeForce NOW powered by Starhub, users of ASUS laptops enjoy access to a vast library of over 1,000 games across al their devices, without heavy downloads or dedicated gaming rigs setup. This service is offered exclusively on GameHub+, StarHub’s dedicated platform for gamers.

What is Cloud Gaming all about? They provide a high-quality gaming experience to gamers without the need for high-performance hardware. They are connected to NVIDIA’s RTX serves hosted at Starhub, ASUS users will be able to cloud game at 1090p, 60FPS on their devices. This would allow gamers to play even the latest and most demanding games on silky smooth graphics. This is indeed a gaming-changing move to harness the power of high-speed network and the cloud for gamers to enjoy unrivalled connectivity and entertainment, enabling users of ASUS to game on their ultra-portable laptops such as the ASUS Zenbook and Vivobook.

“ASUS is dedicated in bringing the best innovation and experience to our users and that is why we are excited to be partnering up with StarHub to bring the GeForce NOW Powered by StarHub cloud gaming service for our users to enjoy ultra-quality PC games on an ultra-portable laptop. This collaboration will enable our users to do more with their everyday laptop. With GeForce NOW Powered by StarHub, you don’t need high-performance hardware to have high quality gaming experience.” said Eddie Teng – Head of Marketing, ASUS Singapore.

“Many casual gamers run a risk when purchasing games, and that is whether or not their devices will be able to support the higher-end titles. Partnering ASUS, we are pleased to offer GeForce NOW Powered by StarHub to ASUS users. By shifting game processing to the cloud, gamers can play graphically demanding games without being bogged down by hardware constraints, and immerse themselves in their favorite titles anytime and anywhere.” said Maneesh Varma, Vice President of Marketing and Communications, StarHub.

Play on GeForce NOW

NVIDIA GeForce NOW cloud gaming service works with over 300 publishers including Riot, Ubisoft, Valve, and CD Projekt RED. Over 1,000 premium games, including 80 of the biggest free-to-play games like Apex Legends, Dota 2 and Destiny 2 are currently available. Weekly game releases continue to expand the game library, supported by new features to improve the experience.

Subscribers can link their Steam, Epic Games Store, Ubisoft Connect and more PC games store accounts to GeForce NOW Powered by StarHub and add the titles that they already own to play them across nearly any of their devices.

Exclusive Offers

From 1 April – 30 June 2022, customers who purchase selected ASUS laptops can enjoy a two-month GeForce NOW Powered by StarHub subscription worth S$39.98 at no additional cost. New and existing GeForce NOW Powered by Starhub subscribers can enjoy an additional $100 OFF selected ASUS laptops at the ASUS Online Store by redeeming a unique discount code either through email or in the rewards section of their My StarHub app (for StarHub subscribers).

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ASUS ProArtist Awards 2022 Design Competition

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ASUS recently announced the ASUS ProArtist Awards 2022, a global design competition with a theme of Explore Beyond the Limits. This competition is free to enter, it’s open to all enthusiasts and professional creators of all ages, celebrating creativity in all forms from all brilliant minds. The entry submission is open between 1st March and 15th May 2022, the winners and all runners-up will be announced in June 2022.

The ASUS ProArtist Awards 2022 are organized by ASUS in alliance with creative industry leaders Pantone®, Calibrite® and Adobe®, along with the California-based ArtCenter College of Design. The competition is intended to encourage and inspire creators in the four competition categories of Photography, Graphic Design, Film, and Animation, and serves as a free platform for enthusiasts and professionals of all ages from all countries (1) to celebrate their limitless creativity.

Submissions will be closely evaluated by an international panel consisting of renowned content creators industry professionals, ASUS ProArtists, and ASUS experts. In order to give the wider public a voice, the jury panel will award 80% of the final score, and public votes will comprise the remaining 20%. A winner and a runner-up will be chosen for each of the four categories, and prizes will consist of cash, ASUS creator hardware, free global online publicity, and a chance to collaborate on ASUS design projects. There will also be an NFT listing-fee rebate as a bonus prize.

There will also be a People’s Choice Award in each category based on public voting, as well as great lucky draw prizes for contestants and public voters. For full competition terms and conditions, please visit https://www.asus.com/campaign/ASUS-ProArtist-Awards-2022

Exciting prizes worth over US$100,000

The total value of prizes for the ASUS ProArtist Awards 2022 is over US$100,000 (2), with a cash prize for each of the four category winners of US$10,000, and US$5,000 for each of the four runners-up. Winners and runners-up will also receive fantastic bundles of ASUS creator hardware including creator laptops from the ProArt Studiobook, Zenbook Pro, and Vivobook Pro series; ProArt displays; ProArt motherboards; and ProArt accessories.

In order to give winners a broad platform to help showcase their creations and achieve their ambitions, the first prize winners and runners-up will in addition enjoy extensive international publicity via the web platforms of ASUS and the judges; and receive a gas-fee rebate (3) on NFT platforms as a bonus prize to give the artists proof of ownership and wider exposure for commercial opportunities. NFT listing is optional, and non-mandatory. All winners will receive an ASUS ProArtist certificate, and will be offered the potential opportunity to collaborate with ASUS on future real-world design projects.

Diverse international jury panel

ASUS ProArtist Awards has invited creative industry leaders, renowned creators, professional ASUS ProArtist collaborators, and representatives of ArtCenter College of Design — one of the top design institutions in the US — to form a diverse jury panel that represents a broad range of creative disciplines. Among the jurors are world-famous content creators, including global creative photographer Jordi Koalitic, 3D illustrator Josiah ‘Jazza’ Brooks, filmmaker Matti Haapoja, graphic designer Benjamin van Valen of Benny Productions, and 3D artist Nathan ‘Ducky 3D’ Duck, plus Adobe’s Principal Director, Creative Cloud Evangelist, Terry White. The jury is committed to conducting a fair and balanced assessment of the entries based on the jurors’ extensive knowledge, enthusiasm and professionalism.

The ASUS ProArtist Awards: a boundless platform for creators

ASUS is passionate about technology and driven by innovation. Recognizing that every creator needs their own special equipment to deliver the perfect solution for an efficient workflow, ASUS has assembled one of the most comprehensive ranges of creator technology and established the ProArt sub-brand, which is dedicated to bringing out the best in creativity from all creative minds.

Our search for incredible ideas and experiences led us to create the ASUS ProArtist Awards. We welcome creators from all fields, and of all ages, to Explore Beyond the Limits of art and unleash their wildest creativity on the world. The ASUS ProArtist Awards serve as a boundless platform allowing creators to express the world as they see it through their eyes, to push their limits and explore beyond reality to create something previously unseen with a unique point of view.

Notes:

(1) Entries will only be accepted from residents of regions where regulations allow participation

(2) Terms and condition apply, please visit the website for full details

(3) ASUS will assist winners financially to list their winning artwork on the NFT platform as an award bonus prize. The listing-fee rebate solely includes the gas fee occurred when listing is non-mandatory, and entrants may choose whether to accept the bonus prize or not. ASUS will not force winners to list their works. ASUS will not create an NFT account on behalf of winners and will not represent winners or list their winning design pieces on NFT platforms under different names. ASUS will not profit from any of the NFT actions, including any future profit made from the entries.

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ASUS CES 2022 – The Incredible Unfolds

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ASUS CES 2022 – The Incredible Unfolds. At the recent CES 2022, ASUS announced a number of new products for Year 2022, for the leisure and gaming market to the commercial/business market, there is something for everyone by ASUS from ASUS CES 2022 – The Incredible Unfolds. There are three major announcements by ASUS during CES 2022, let’s enter into the world of ASUS CES 2022 and see what are the new incredible products that unfolds for us.

For the gamers and eSports community, you would definitely be interested in ASUS ROG gaming laptops and new TUF gaming laptop series. For the business owners/users, check out the commercial line-up by ASUS.

Republic of Gamers Announces a Cutting-Edge Arsenal of Gaming Laptops at CES 2022

Republic of Gamers (ROG) recently announced new gaming products at CES 2022 ROG: The Rise of Gamers launch event. ROG is at the forefront of technology, introducing exciting new gaming products for an age where gaming is no longer a fringe hobby. In 2022, ROG is ready to hit the ground running with a new operating system, brand new CPUs from CPUs from Intel® and AMD, GPUs from AMD and NVIDIA®, as well as an all-new form factor.

Take note of the brand new Flow Z13 gaming tablet, bringing a new level of portability and versatility to PC gaming. The Zephyrus Duo 16, Zephyrus G14 and Strix series have updated form factors, improving on a set of already world-renowned products.

There are also new accessories in the Archer series of gear bags and a new update to the ROG Citadel XV digital experience, where all the new products are available for the gamers to explore.

For the GPU geeks, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ laptops are based on the revolutionary Ampere architecture, with 2nd generation RT Cores for ray tracing and 3rd generation Tensor Cores for DLSS and AI.

The new GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU brings the flagship 80 Ti class of GPUs to laptops for the first time. Featuring 16 GB of the fastest GDDR6 memory ever shipped in a laptop, the RTX 3080 Ti delivers higher performance than the desktop TITAN RTX. The new GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is up to 70% faster than RTX 2070 SUPER laptops and can deliver 100 frames per second at 1440p resolution.

Additionally, the new 4th generation of Max-Q Technologies, with CPU Optimizer, Rapid Core Scaling, and Battery Boost 2.0, further enhance efficiency, performance, and battery life.

New TUF Gaming Laptop Series at CES 2022

AT CES 2022, ASUS announced new TUF Gaming laptops that are preloaded with Windows 11 and powered by Intel® and AMD. The TUF Gaming family is built on the core principle of providing gamers with fantastic performance without breaking the bank, and the 2022 lineup continues that tradition by offering high-end hardware and a chassis design that’s more refined than previous generations.

The entire TUF Gaming family has been refreshed for 2022 with all new designs and processors. The lineup also includes a new MUX switch, unlocking even more GPU performance for gamers. The TUF DASH also makes a return for 2022 ? as a thin and light machine with power that belies its footprint.

Comprehensive Commercial Lineup at CES 2022

At CES 2022, ASUS announced its comprehensive lineup of commercial solutions designed for both enterprise and education markets, with five key models on display at CES® 2022 – including ExpertBook B5, B5 Flip and B3 Detachable, ExpertCenter D700 series and ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5.

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Key Points from ASUS comprehensive commercial line-up at CES 2022

  • ASUS ExpertBook B5 series: Thin, lightweight business laptops powered by up to Intel® Core™ i7 processors, available in both clamshell and flip forms
  • ASUS ExpertBook B3 Detachable: Powerful 2-in-1 portable for uninterrupted remote learning or working, with complementary magnetic stand and keyboard
  • ASUS ExpertCenter D7 series: Powerful business desktops that deliver professional performance for business, in a wide variety of form factors
  • ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5: Fast and streamlined with 12th Gen Intel Core i7, 16:10 display, WiFi 6E, long battery life and Google security and updates

Pricing and Availability

More details about the local pricing, availability and configurations of the above ASUS CES 2022 announcements will be announced later.

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ROG announced Zephyrus M16 (GU603) laptop

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ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) recently announced the ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) laptop for content creators and gamers in Singapore. This is the first ROG laptop that fits an immersive 16-inch display and a powerful new Intel processor inside an ultra-slim 15-inch chassis. The ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) laptop is truly portable, powered by new 11th Gen Core™ i7-11800H processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ Laptop 3070 GPU, with a smooth and accurate display along with studio quality audio for creators.

Smooth and Accurate Visuals for Creators and Gamers

The ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) has a streamlined design that fits a 16-inch display into a slim chassis that is 5% smaller than last year’s 15-inch ROG Zephyrus M15. Their ultra-narrow bezels measure only 4.6mm on all four sides, thanks to a redesigned display cable that allows the bottom bezel to be as slim as the others. This ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) has a design that delivers an immersive 94% screen-to-body ratio.

This panel has a 165Hz refresh rate and WQHD (2560×1600) resolution that combines fluidity and detail, with a 3ms response time that keeps animation sharp. Along with Adapative-Sync, this eliminates screen tearing and makes video editing and gaming even more smoother by synchronising the refresh rate with the GPU’s frame rate.

The display is factory calibrated and Pantone validated to ensure accurate colours out of the box. There is also a full coverage of the cinema-grade DCI-P3 offering a vibrant colour palette, while 500 nits of brightness delivers a vivid picture even in the outdoors.

Powered by Dolby Vision, this can dynamically adjusts visuals to make images richer and brighter. For content creators, they can film and edit their videos and streams in a format commonly used by industry professionals.

With a taller 16:10 aspect ratio, this offers additional space for menus, ribbons, and toolbars. This would allow users to fit more onto the screen, enhancing web browsing and content creation, opening up more space for in-game heads-up display.

Powerful New Intel Processor

Powered by new 11th Gen Core™ i7-11800H processor, the top configuration clocks up to 4.6GHz, delivering awesome performance. With eight cores and sixteen threads, the ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) is fully equipped for creative projects, video rendering and game streaming. It also has an advanced system design that allows the CPU to run on up to 45W of sustained power when the GPU is active and 80W when it is on its own.

With 16GB of DDR4-3200 RAM, they are able to provide sufficient headroom for multi-tasking and projects with high-resolution assets. Along with a PCle 4.0 SSD with 1TB of storage capacity, they can load assets at high speed while a second SSD slot makes it easy to add storage for larger game libraries and professional portfolios.

The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU powers the ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) with outsized content creation and gaming performance in a slim machine. It has an efficient cooling system that allows the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU to clock up to 1390MHz at 80W with ROG Boost. Using Dynamic Boost, it is able to divert an extra 20W of power when CPU loads are lighter, unlocking even more performance.

The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU is based on the cutting-edge Ampere architecture. It combines new streaming multiprocessors with 2nd gen RT cores and 3rd gen Tensor cores to enable the most realistic ray-traced graphics and advanced AI features. These improvements enable lifelike visuals while pushing frame rates to new heights. They’re backed by support for NVIDIA Reflex technologies that lower latency in select multiplayer games and NVIDIA Broadcast effects that add instant polish to live streams.

There is a full suite of ROG Intelligent Cooling technologies that allow high performance, quiet acoustics, and cool temperatures to come together in a slim and light chassis. There is an exotic liquid metal thermal compound, applied with ROG’s patented process, reduces CPU temperatures up to 10 degrees Celsius, compared to traditional thermal paste. With six heat pipes, they are able to transfer heat away from the CPU and GPU to dense heatsinks in the flanks, where it’s pushed out by airflow from dual Arc Flow fans.

This new fan design has 84 carefully tapered blades with a special aerodynamic wave pattern on the outer edge that reduces turbulence, enabling more airflow with less noise. With 0dB Technology, the fans turn off completely for silent operation when temperatures dip below 50°C. When the fans are spinning, the updated self-cleaning design diverts dust away from critical cooling components to improve long-term performance and stability.

ROG offers multiple modes tuned for different situations whereby the cooling requirements change based on the task. Silent mode reduces speed slightly to keep acoustics low, making it ideal for everyday tasks. Performance mode provides the horsepower required to push high frame rates in games without excessive noise. Turbo mode takes the CPU up to full power with a louder fan profile.

With Scenario Profiles, users can switch between operating modes manually with a quick keyboard shortcut or automatically. This is available through the ROG Armoury Crate utility, Scenario Profiles let users associate individual games and apps with specific operating modes, lighting effects, and other system settings. Profiles are activated by the foreground application, providing seamless transitions between preferences for different tasks.

True Portability 

At just 19.9mm thin and weighing only 1.9kg, this ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) offers true portability, making it easy to carry under your arm or slip into a backpack. The capacious 90Wh battery offers up to 10 hours of video playback, with fast charging technology allowing it to replenish to 50% in only 30 minutes. And Type-C charging capabilities adds further flexibility. While the full-sized adapter is required for maximum performance, the laptop can handle everyday work running off a smaller Type-C adapter or even a portable USB power pack.

With its Off Black colour giving it a neutral look and fashion-forward detailing that complements that tone with the right amount of personality, the ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) exhibits professionalism and attention to detail in any setting. Powered by 8279 CNC-milled perforations in the lid, this offere glimpses of the shimmering Prismatic Film beneath. It has fingerprint-resistant finishes across the magnesium-aluminium chassis that helps the laptop look clean and fresh even after a day of use. The soft-touch paint keeps the palm rest cool and comfortable under the user’s hands.

They also have an updated 180 degrees ErgoLift hinge, this offers new possibilities to the users. This hinge raises the rear of the laptop the lid opens, which places the keyboard at a more comfortable typing angle, gives the cooling vents more room to draw in air, and lets the downward-facing speakers deliver more volume. The hinge can rotate back until the ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) sits flat, so creators can position the screen at the optimal angle.

Studio-quality Audio for Creators and Gamers

The ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) has six-speaker system with Dolby Atmos brings games, movies, and music to life. Two tweeters team up with dual force-canceling woofers to produce crisp highs and clear bass. Each woofer comprises two speakers that are slightly offset to cancel each other’s vibrations, reducing unwanted resonance.

The 3D mic array offers recording modes optimised for different scenarios. Cardioid mode captures audio sources immediately in front of the laptop, making the user’s voice loud and clear for streaming and chat. Omnidirectional mode picks up sound from the entire room, making it possible to draw an entire group into a call. Blending the two in stereo mode opens up rich recording opportunities for music creation.

To improve voice chat and sound record for audio creators, advanced Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation removes unwanted sounds from both input and output audio. It can be applied to any device and even customised on a per-app basis, so users can limit noise-canceling to chat apps without affecting in-game sounds. Gamers can communicate better with teammates, creators can record cleaner audio in any environment, and everyone can enjoy clear conversation. Since the Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation runs on the CPU, the GPU is free to focus on maximising frame rates.

Comprehensive Connectivity

Having flexible inputs pave the way for creative projects, everyday computing and gaming. With the Thunderbolt 4 port, it drives two 4K displays at 60Hz or a single 8K monitor, and it offers lightning-quick access to media and other data on external drives. Users can charge the laptop and other devices through this port, too, including Type-C USB gear.

There are also separate Type-C port and a pair of Type-A USB ports providing ample room for other creator devices, gaming peripherals and more. With WiFi 6 technology, this allow users to take advantage of faster wireless networks, while the Ethernet jack enables a pristine connection for serious multi-player gaming. The microSD card reader makes it easy to access media from cameras and other devices.

The ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) has a Stealth Type keyboard, a desktop-style layout that feels familiar and typing noise stays under 30dB. This would allow users to work and play without disturbing anyone nearby. ROG has increased the size of the touchpad by 20% as compared to the last generation, and with faster processing, this delivers greater accuracy for an improved tracking experience.

An integrated webcam and fingerprint sensor offer convenient tools for logging in and staying in touch. Traditional cameras use either 2DNR technology that analyses individual frames to correct noise, or 3DNR technology that analyses frames in sequence to improve fidelity with moving objects. The ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) blends 2DNR and 3DNR technology to ensure users look their best in any situation, even in low-light environments. The fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button offers an especially seamless Windows Hello experience. It briefly caches the user’s fingerprint when they turn on the laptop and then automatically logs in with the correct account.

ROG x EstelleFly

In conjunction with the launch of the ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) which designed with creators in mind, Republic of Gamers (ROG) collaborates with local singer EstelleFly to release a new song – Rise Up.

“When I started writing the track, the slogan for ROG which is ‘Rise Up, Join the Republic’ was the main catalyst for me. I wanted the track to emulate and bring an energy, where anyone who listen to it would feel like they are brave to rise up against adversity, which is what ROG represents. Bringing together a community of gamers who dare to challenge the norm and constantly push beyond the limits being placed upon them. It’s an absolute honor being able to be a part of this and it’s been a dream working with the Republic Of Gamers.” – EstelleFly.

This collaboration marks ROG’s commitment in celebrating local content creations as part of the creator’s academy initiative.

Pricing and Availability

The ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603) will be retailing at $3,798, and will be available at the ROG Experience Store Bugis, ASUS Online Store, and all authorised retailers.

Technical Specifications

Model

 GU603HR-K8048T

Price

 $3,798

Processor

 Intel® Core™ i7-11800H Processor 2.3 GHz (24M Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 8 Cores)

Graphics

 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070

Operating system

 Windows 10 Home (Free Upgrade to Windows 11 Home)

Display

 16-inch WQHD (2560 x 1600), 165Hz/3ms, IPS-level, 100% DCI-P3 display with Adaptive-Sync, Pantone® validation, and Dolby Vision technology

Memory

 16GB DDR4 on board

Storage

 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD

Keyboard

 Stealth Type keyboard with one-zone RGB or white backlight

1.7mm travel distance

Overstroke technology

Fingerprint sensor on power key

Audio

6 speakers with dual force-canceling woofers and smart amp

Dolby Atmos technology

Hi-Res certification

3D mic array with Two-way AI Noise Cancelation

I/O ports

 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C) with DP1.4 and PD 3.0 support
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DP 1.4 and PD 3.0 supportUSB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
Micro SD (312MB/s)HDMI 2.0b 3.5mm combo Audio jack
Kensington Lock

RJ45

Webcam

 720p HD @ 30 fps video recording

Connectivity

 WIFI 6 (802.11ax 2×2)

Bluetooth 5.2

Battery

 90Wh with Fast Charge technology

Dimensions

 355 x 243.5 x 19.9mm

Weight

 1.9kg

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ASUS announced Vivobook 13 Slate OLED

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ASUS recently announced Vivobook 13 Slate OLED, a fun filled 2-in-1 Windows 11 laptop, the world’s first 13.3-inch Windows detachable laptop (1). This detachable laptop is rewriting the rules for both work and leisure, making it easier to enjoy everything, everywhere. You don’t need carry multiple devices for work and entertainment because this multi-talented personal companion Vivobook 13 Slate OLED does it all, thanks to its brilliant OLED touchscreen and quad-core Intel® processor. This new Vivobook 13 Slate OLED Is living up to ASUS’s mission to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere.

Observe the design and aesthetics, vivaciously styled and amazingly versatile, with a detachable full-size keyboard and a cover stand that has a 170° hinge. There is also high precision ASUS Pen 2.0 stylus, that you can store neatly in a handy magnetic pen holder so it’s always to hand. This is a do-it-all laptop, that can be equally at home in landscape or portrait mode, with or without a keyboard. Whether you are writing, typing, or watching at any angle in any environment is effortles. This is the passport to the new world of freedom!

Speaking at the online launch event, Nicole Dezen, Corporate Vice President, Device Partner Sales, Microsoft Corp, said “Windows 11 provides users with the best productivity, casual gaming and entertainment experiences, and the ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED delivers on all three.”

During 2022, Vivobook 13 Slate OLED will be available in several unique editions, including two Artist Editions designed in collaboration with artists Steven Harrington and Philip Colbert. These exclusive editions are themed to reflect modern pop culture, expressing the true individuality that Vivobook stands for.

Your personal OLED TV

This fantastic Vivobook 13 Slate OLED is going to be your personal OLED TV, the master of entertainment for you, thanks to its big 13.3-inch OLED Dolby Vision touchscreen – capable of displaying 1.07 billion colours – that puts ordinary tablets in the shade. This brilliant display has a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio that provides a full-screen viewing experience when watching movies and TV shows – unlike a 16:10 or 4:3 display.

It’s also PANTONE® Validated with a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 gamut for accurate, vivid colors, and it’s DisplayHDR™ True Black 500 certified for deep blacks and brilliant highlights. Along with its incredible 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, this means it brings out every detail, even in the darkest scenes. This OLED display has a fast 0.2-millisecond response time, and it offers much better eye protection, too, with naturally lower blue-light levels — up to 70% lower than an LCD display — that deliver TÜV Rheinland-certified eye care.

Completing the exhilarating entertainment experience is the powerful quad-speaker Dolby Atmos sound system, which uses a smart amplifier to safely drive the four wide-range speakers at their maximum possible distortion-free volume — up to 3.5 times louder than with a standard amplifier (2) — for rich and clear audio.

Of course, video streaming and cloud gaming also need fast, uninterrupted connections, so the ultrafast WiFi 6 is enhanced by ASUS WiFi Master technology for more stable, more reliable connectivity. Owners can take advantage of these benefits thanks to the free one-month Xbox® Game Pass Ultimate that’s bundled with Vivobook 13 Slate OLED (3).

Note or sketch every creative idea

For artists, designers, illustrators, you would love to note or sketch every creative idea whenever you are able to. This Vivobook 13 Slate OLED makes it easy to pursue creative hobbies and interests with its responsive touchscreen and high-precision ASUS Pen 2.0. All you need to do is to pop the Microsoft Pen Protocol 2.0 compliant stylus out of its magnetic holder and you are ready to write, draw or annotate with 4096-level pressure sensitivity, 5-350 gram pen-tip force and 266 Hz sampling rate.

The four interchangeable pen tips have different textures that mimic 2H, H, HB and HB pencils, providing a truly natural feel for sketching and drawing. Charging is easy via any USB-C charger, and when paired via Bluetooth® the shortcut button provides intuitive one-click functions, such as taking screenshots or navigating to the next page of a presentation. It’s perfect for taking advantage of the free Adobe® Creative Cloud® subscription, which includes one month’s access to all the world-renowned Adobe creative apps.

Your Versatile PC

When it comes to work, the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED excels at on-the-go productivity. All you need to do is just clip on the detachable full-size keyboard and it’s ready to blitz through the serious stuff. This magnetically-attached keyboard has keys spaced 19.05mm apart for comfortable typing – the same as a standard desktop keyboard – with a long 1.4mm key travel. The dished key caps also increase fingertip comfort. The mega-sized touchpad is engineered for maximum responsiveness and accuracy, and it has a special coating with a silky-smooth feel.

Powered by the quad-core 3.3 GHz Intel processor, with top-class components that include up to a 256 GB PCIe® Gen 3.0 x4 SSD and up to 8GB of fast LPDDR4X RAM, giving you a zippy performance. It also has Intel Bridge technology allows any Android app (4) to run on Windows 11, opening up a whole new world of productivity and entertainment. When we said Vivobook 13 Slate OLED is versatile, we meant it!

On the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED, there are two USB-C ports, an audio jack, and a microSD card reader ready and waiting for you to transfer files or connecting to a USB device or to your headphones. There’s also an optional fingerprint sensor on the power button for a fast one-touch login.

With USB-C Easy Charge, it’s simple to charge the long-lasting 50Wh battery, it can be charged from a power bank or almost any USB-C charger, and the bundled will charge it to 60% in as little as 39 minutes (5), so there’s never any hanging around.

Clearly better video calls

There’s nothing more embarrassing than noisy, fuzzy video calls. That’s why Vivobook 13 Slate OLED has two cameras — a 5 MP camera at the front for clear video calls, and a 13 MP rear camera for taking great photos or videos. AI Noise-Canceling Audio means that voices in meetings are as clear as possible, even when there are lots of people in the room.

Exclusive Artist Editions

In addition to the standard model, Vivobook 13 Slate OLED will also soon be available in two exciting and exclusive Artist Editions that reflect contemporary pop culture and celebrate individuality.

Available in early 2022, the Artist Editions are designed in collaboration with artists Steven Harrington and Philip Colbert. Steven Harrington is a Californian contemporary artist, and his Artist Edition offers a unique design inspired by his quirky art pieces. The Philip Colbert Artist Edition is a surrealist take by this London-based contemporary artist.

All special editions include a special cover stand, wallpaper, a special box, a sleeve, a keyboard, a hard cover case and keyboard stickers. The Philip Colbert Artist Edition also comes with a pair of limited-edition shoelaces. Every standard edition Vivobook 13 Slate OLED comes bundled with a keyboard, cover stand, and ASUS Pen 2.0.

Pricing and Availability

The details on the pricing and availability on the ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED will be available shortly.

Technical Specifications (6)

ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED (T3300KA)

CPU

Quad-core Intel® Pentium® Silver N6000, up to 3.3 GHz

Display

 13.3″ FHD OLED (1920×1080), 16:9, 550 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut; Dolby Vision

Operating system

Windows 11 Pro / Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Home

Main memory

Onboard 4 GB / 8 GB LPDDR4x

Storage

eMMC: 128 GB

PCIe® SSD: 128 GB / 256 GB

Connectivity

WiFi 6 (802.11 ax) with ASUS WiFi Master

Bluetooth® 5.2

Camera

Front: 5 MP

Rear: 13 MP

I/O ports

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® with display / Power Delivery support

1 x 3.5 mm combo audio jack

1 x microSD card reader

Touchpad

 Mega-size ultra-smooth touchpad

Audio

Stereo speakers

Dolby Atmos

Smart amplifier

Battery

50 Wh 3-cell lithium-polymer battery

AC adapter

65 W power adapter (Output: 20 V DC, 3.25 A / Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal)

Dimensions

309.9 x 190 x 7.9 mm

Weight

785 g

Notes:

  1. As of July 1, 2021 based on internal ASUS market analysis comparing Vivobook 13 Slate OLED T3300KA to other brands’ detachable laptops, including Lenovo, Microsoft, HP, Apple, and Samsung.
  2. Loudness test conducted by ASUS on April 28, 2021 in an anechoic chamber. Sound Pressure Level (SPL) measured using pink noise with and without a smart amplifier.
  3. Free 1-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription is available in selected countries and territories only.
  4. Feature schedule and availability will be determined by an official Microsoft announcement.
  5. The charging speed of a Power Delivery (PD) charger will match the connected adapter’s power output, up to a maximum of [65] watts. USB-C Easy Charge provides 4.5 W charging when connected to a non-PD charger, including most portable and USB Type-A to USB-C chargers. Some portable chargers may not support such features, depending on the configuration.
  6. Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full specifications are available at www.asus.com/Laptops/For-Home/Vivobook/Vivobook-13-Slate-OLED-T3300/

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ROG announced new Zephyrus G14 Alan Walker Special Edition

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ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) recently announced the new Zephyrus G14 Alan Walker Special Edition (GA401QEC) laptop, created in collaboration with the legendary artist, DJ and music producer. With unique styling and a custom ROG Remix sampler, this machine is ready for any creative endeavour.

Technology Meets Musicality

A laptop not to be missed for the creators and gamers, not just powerful in technical specifications, the design, finishing and personalisation by Alan Walker himself. Combining technology, creativity and artistic talents together, giving rise to this ROG special edition laptop.

Alan Walker when he was young, developed an interest in computers, programming and graphic design, all these eventually led him to a prominent career in electronic music. He was a self-taught producer, where he began his career, releasing tracks on YouTube and SoundCloud, rising to fame with his 2015 song Faded. Alan Walker has billions of streams on his YouTube and Spotify, he is now an acclaimed artist with a hand in the gaming industry, having produced tracks for PUBG Mobile and Death Stranding. With all the above accolades, combined with his unique sense of style, making him a perfect fit for the values that ROG pursue.

Never Miss A Beat

When ROG first forged a partnership with Alan Walker, one laptop stood out among the field as the perfect do-anything companion for a self-made creator and gamer. The ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE blends best-in-class portability with the potent performance of an 8-core, 16-thread AMD® Ryzen™ 9 5900HS CPU and the NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 3050 Ti GPU.

For Walker — or those who aspire to follow in his footsteps — it is the ultimate tool for gamers and creators on the go who want to be able to switch gears at the drop of a beat.

Alan Walker Customised Design Accents

This ROG Zephyrus G14 Alan Walker Special Edition is designed in collaboration with Alan Walker, featuring unique colour accents, like the Spectre Blue shade of the AniMe Matrix™ LED array, exclusive to this machine. The nameplate sports a similar tone, along with Walker’s idea to include his own signature next to the ROG logo. This nameplate is manufactured with a physical vapor deposition process for an enticing reflectivity that changes from different angles. Two fabric belts along the lid add ROG’s signature cyberpunk flair, with one belt using reflective text that blends with the matrix LEDs.

“I feel very proud for having the chance to work with ROG and I’m excited to show the world what we’ve been working on for so long,” said Walker.

The experience begins the moment the user lays their fingers on the container, thanks to a stunning design and acrylic top cover, all selected by Walker himself. The box — Walker’s favourite part of the project — is far more than mere packaging: it’s a creative accessory all its own. Connect the box to the G14 with a USB Type-C® cable and it turns into the ROG Remix sampler, with conductive pads on the surface that allow users to trigger 18 of Walker’s own sound effects. Users can start with one of Walker’s genre-defining tracks or import their own tunes into the custom software, developed with Walker and his team. ROG Remix also displays unique ROG and Alan Walker inspired animations on the main screen of the laptop and AniMe Matrix panel based on the MIDI inputs selected.

The laptop even features a custom boot animation and Alan Walker wallpaper. The glass touchpad is shaded with a customised pattern inspired by a music equaliser, alongside keycaps matching Alan Walker’s signature colours—plus A and W keys with the producer’s logo printed on top. To cap it all off, an Alan Walker and ROG-styled baseball cap and pair of socks also come bundled with a special edition of the ROG Sleeve so owners can represent the Republic anywhere.

Pricing and Availability 

The ROG Zephyrus G14 Alan Walker Special Edition (GA401QEC) will be retailing at $3,098, and will be available exclusively at the ROG Experience Store Bugis and ASUS Online Store.

Specifications

ROG Zephyrus G14 Alan Walker Special Edition (GA401QEC)

Price

 $3,098

Processor

 AMD Ryzen™ R9-5900HS

GPU

NVIDIA® GeForce  RTX™ 3050Ti

Operating system

 Windows 10 Pro

Memory

 16 GB DDR4 3200 MHz

Storage

 1 TB PCIe® SSD

Display

 14” QHD (2560×1440) IPS-level panel, 120Hz, 100% DCI-P3, PANTONE® Validated,

supports Adaptive Sync

Keyboard

 Backlit chiclet keyboard, N-key support, 1.7 mm key travel, 4 hot keys,

power key with fingerprint sensor

Audio

 2 x 2.5 W speakers with smart amplifier technology
2 x 0.7 W tweeters, array microphone

I/O ports

 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® with DisplayPort™ 1.4 and Power Delivery

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1 x HDMI® 2.0b

1 x 3.5 mm headphone and microphone combo jack

1 x Kensington Lock slot

Connectivity

802.11ax 2×2 WLAN

Bluetooth® 5.1

*Bluetooth version may vary with OS upgrades

Dimensions

 324 X 222 X 19.9 mm 

Weight

 1.7 kg

AC adapter

 180 W Power Adaptor

Plug Type :ø6.0 (mm)

Output: 20 V DC, 9 A, 180 W

Input: 100~240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal

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ASUS announced All-New ASUS BR1100 Education Laptop in Singapore

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ASUS recently announced all-new ASUS BR1100 education laptop in Singapore. This is an all-new, education-focused Windows 10 Pro convertible laptop with an 11.6-inch multi-touch display.

The new ASUS BR1100 laptop is built to military-grade standard to survive the hustle and bustle of everyday life at home, outside and in the classroom, with clever protective features including an all-round rubber bumper and a spill-resistant keyboard. They also support AI-powered noise-cancelling technology for high-quality remote learning and conferencing. It has a battery life to handle full day’s learning and beyond, an easy-to-service modular construction, with convertible design benefits from a world-facing camera and optical stylus for innovative learning opportunities and maximum flexibility.

Unlock Limitless Learning with Windows

The ASUS BR1100 laptop comes with Windows 10 Pro that allow educators to focus on delivering personalised learning experiences that help enable better learning outcomes. Windows 10 Pro empower students to navigate their learning and develop social and emotional skills, with free tools available to deliver tailored learning in key subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics.

Group of kids learning to code in elementary school class. Teacher and one kid are sitting, others are standing around them. Two laptops are on desks. Multi-racial group of 8-9 year’s old kids. Horizontal indoors waist up shot with copy space. This was taken in Quebec, Canada.

Moving towards a remote learning environment, creating an online classroom is an important step. Microsoft Teams for Education provides an online classroom so students and teachers can find new ways to continue to focus on learning — free for schools.

With Windows Autopilot, students and teachers can quickly transform a brand new device into a classroom-ready state—or reset existing devices to remove apps, settings and personal files—without physically having to touch the device.

Rugged Design

The new ASUS BR1100 laptop is built to military-grade standard to survive the hustle and bustle of everyday life at home, outside and in the classroom, with clever protective features including an all-round rubber bumper and a spill-resistant keyboard, it can cope with liquid spills of up to 330 cc without harm – so minor splashes are easily drained, cleaned and dried.

This laptop also features a rubber safety grip on the base, it not only provides a sturdy support for the laptop but also makes it easier to grip when carrying, reducing the risk of fumbles and slips.The keyboard is also designed to resist tampering, with a minimal gap between the edges of the keycaps and the keyboard surround to prevent the keys from being pried out. The laptops are even have a tough, micro-dimpled finish that’s able to brush off both fingerprints and minor scuffs and scratches.

The ASUS BR1100 laptop surpasses demanding US military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability standards. It is also torture-tested to pass stringent ASUS quality tests, confirming that it is able to withstand drops of up to 120 cm — more than standard desk height. The display hinge and I/O ports are also exhaustively tested to endure the stresses and strains of everyday use.

Storage, Stamina and Smarts

The ASUS BR1100 laptop has128 GB of eMMC storage built right in, with up to 10 hours battery life on a single charge, it is able last for a full day of classes and more – empowering students to enjoy both uninterrupted learning and relaxation.

The ASUS BR1100 laptop equipped with a precision stylus with storage garage to help students get every detail just right when drawing, taking notes or marking up documents. The garage means the stylus – which is able to detect 4,096 levels of pressure – is always to hand, and minimises the chance of it being lost or mislaid. It’s also quick to charge, with a 15-second stay in the garage providing enough capacitance for 45 minutes’ use.

It also includes a special world-facing camera, positioned just above the keyboard. This empowers students to explore and learn in totally new ways, allowing them to capture photos and videos in tablet mode.

Connectivity and Clarity

The ASUS BR1100 laptop includes innovative ASUS AI noise-canceling technology. This employs sophisticated machine-learning techniques in order to isolate unwanted noise from human speech for clearer voice. In addition, the webcam employs innovate 3D noise-reduction (3DNR) technology to remove up to 94% of random noise, significantly improving image quality.

It is also loaded with connectivity, including the latest 3.2 Gen 2 USB Type-C™ (USB-C™) port — with support for high-speed data transfers and USB Power Delivery — along with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI, microSD card reader and an Ethernet (RJ45) port for wired networking.

Easy Maintenance

The ASUS BR1100 laptop is designed for easy servicing and reduced downtime. Benefits from a modular construction that allows key components — such as the keyboard, battery, thermal module and I/O ports — to be replaced in minutes using simple tools. As a final easy-maintenance touch, the underside is secured attached using captive screws, eliminating worries about losing these little parts during repairs.

Learning-friendly Extras

The ASUS BR1100 laptop has a bright LED indicator integrated into the top cover. This enables educators to see at a glance if a particular student’s laptop is facing connectivity or power problems – giving teachers a heads up when a student might need help.

As well, to help protect users, the surfaces of these new learning-focused laptops are treated with ASUS BacGuard. This has been scientifically shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria by over 99% over a 24-hour period, helps to keep surfaces clean and sanitary, potentially reducing the spread of harmful bacteria via contact.

The screen is also certified by TÜV Rheinland for low blue-light emissions, potentially helping to protect students’ eyes from damage during prolonged study sessions.

Pricing and Availability

The ASUS BR1100 Laptop (BR1100FKA-BP0469R) will be retailing from $699 and will be available at ASUS Exclusive Store and ASUS Online Store.

ASUS Exclusive Store

Address: 200 Victoria Street, #03-03/04, Singapore 188021

Operating hours: Monday – Sunday: 11am to 8pm

Contact number: 6338 6993

Technical Specifications

Model BR1100FKA-BP0469R
Price $699
CPU Intel® Celeron® N4500 Processor 1.1 GHz (4M Cache, up to 2.8 GHz, 2 cores)
Display options 11.6-inch LED-backlit HD (1366 x 768), Touchscreen

TÜV Rheinland Eye Care certification
Operating system Windows 10 Pro
Main memory 4 GB DDR4 2400 MHz onboard
Storage 128 GB eMMC 5.1 storage
Connectivity Wi-Fi 5(802.11ac)+Bluetooth 5.0 (Dual band) 2*2
Camera HD webcam with shutter, 1.3 million pixels
I/O ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (support charging)

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1 x USB 2.0

1 x standard HDMI 1.4

1 x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet

1 x 3.5 mm audio jack

1 x microSD card reader and NANO SIM combo (LTE sku only)
Audio 2 integrated stereo speakers

2 integrated array microphones with Cortana voice-recognition support

Stylus Supports 4096 MPP2.0 (optional)
Battery 3-cell, 42W Li-ion Polymer
AC adapter 45 W Type-C power adapter: output: 15 V / 3A, input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal
Dimensions 294.6 x 204.9 x 19.95 mm
Weight 1.4 kg

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ASUS announced All-New Zenfone 8 in Singapore

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ASUS recently announced the all-new ASUS Zenfone 8 in Singapore. It’s the fastest and most compact generation of the innovative Zenfone smartphone family. The ASUS Zenfone 8 is a high performance 5.9-inch smartphone with a pocket-friendly design that is exceptionally easy to use and carry. The Zenfone 8 is also the produce recipient of a prestigious 2021 Red Dot Product Design Award, this award recognises high design quality.

The Compact Performer 

The ASUS Zenfone 8 is powered by the advanced 5nm flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Mobile Platform, it features up to 16GB of 6400 Mbps LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB ROM. The RAM is up to 16% faster than the standard LPDDR5 RAM, the CPU is up to 25% faster than the previous generation, and graphics performance is boosted by an incredible 35% (1), giving the ASUS Zenfone effortless performance for any task.

The ASUS Zenfone 8 is the most powerful Zenfone ever, it also features fastest possible 5G speeds, in addition to the latest WiFi 6E (2) technology with 6 GHz support for faster and more stable connections.

Powerful 4000 mAh battery

Even thought the Asus Zenfone 8 is compact pocket-friendly size smartphone, it contains a powerful high capacity 4000 mAh battery that keeps ASUS Zenfone 8 working for longer, with a 30-watt HyperCharge adapter for fast charging.

There is a new System Mode in ZenUI 8, this allows users to choose between battery life and performance depending on their needs, with several automatic modes that users can easily switch between. There is also an Advanced Mode that lets users fine-tune battery performance parameters according to their taste.

The ASUS Zenfone 8 takes extra care of its battery in order to keep it healthy and extend the battery’s lifespan. The battery care system has a variety of different charging options, including steady charging, scheduled charging and a charging upper limit. There’s also advanced app management that limits inactive background apps to deliver up to 67% more power savings.

120 Hz AMOELD Display: Experience Visual Perfection

The ASUS Zenfone 8 has an ultrafast 120 Hz AMOLED display with its 1ms response time ensuring silky-smooth scrolling and blur-free visuals. This is in collaboration with the industry-leading visual-processing company Pixelworks, it delivers lifelike visuals with a 112% DCI-P3 colour gamut, rendering every colour even more faithfully with a Delta-E colour accuracy of less than one. The display is also HDR10+ certified to bring out the detail in even the darkest scenes. For it to keep it looking great for longer, it’s protected by the latest and toughest-ever Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus™, which is tested to withstand up to two-meter drops.

The 5.9-inch display on the ASUS Zenfone 8 is the perfect size for one-handed operation. There is an all-new One-handed Mode that gives users full and comfortable control using just their thumb – a swipe down from the edge of the screen reduces the window size and brings all the controls within easy reach. Users can even adjust the height of the window based on their preferences.

Front and Rear Pro-grade Cameras

The ASUS Zenfone 8’s professional dual-camera system is powered by the 64MP Sony IMX686 main wide-angle camera that delivers unprecedented resolution and high light sensitivity, for the perfect photos day and night. The other camera is the ultrawide 12MP Sony IMX363 camera that allows even more freedom for compositions, and it can also take incredible macro shots. Combining with the main sensor, the ultra-wide camera also enables impressive HDR shots and low-light photos, boosting dark images by up to 4X in brightness.

As for ASUS Zenfone 8 videography, the wide-angle camera features industry-leading 8K 30fps video recording with electronic image stabilisation, and the ultra-wide angle camera offers 4K 60fps recording, enabling users to capture every moment in high quality detail. This generation ASUS Zenfone 8 comes with new video features, including HyperSteady, Free Zoom, and Pro video mode for giving videos the professional touch.

Perfectly Pocketable Design

The ASUS Zenfone 8 redefines portable design to offer the ultimate performance, without the weight or bulk. It’s designed to be easy to use and easy to take anywhere and everywhere. With its irresistible looks and premium feel, the ASUS Zenfone 8 is designed to impress. It has a 3D-curved back that perfectly fits the palm for the most comfortable grip and total control. It has a brand-new frosted-finish anti-glare glass that gives a clean and sleek look, all the time. It’s also certified IP68 (3) water and dust resistance, that means that it can shrug off the unexpected, allowing users to live their life to the full.

The ZenUI 8 operating system combines smoothness with speed and simplicity. It includes the all-new One-handed Mode, which allows users to reach any part of the interface easily and effortlessly with their thumb. Combined with the ergonomic dimensions of Zenfone 8, it delivers unrivaled ease of use.

Pricing and Availability 

The ASUS Zenfone 8 will be retailing from $999 starting from 28th May 2021 and will be available on ASUS Online Store, ASUS Experience Store Bugis and selected authorised retailers.

Pre-Order

The ASUS Zenfone 8 will be available for pre-order from 14th till 27th May 2021. During this pre-order period, customer will receive a free ASUS x Rhinoshield Solidsuit Phone Case (worth $39) with every purchase of the ASUS Zenfone 8.

You can pre-order the ASUS Zenfone 8 here: https://www.asus.com/sg/events/infoM/activity_zenfone8 

ASUS Zenfone 8 Technical Specifications

Price

$1,099

$999

Display

5.9“ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) Samsung E4 AMOLED display,90.02% screen-to-body ratio, 20:9 ratio, 445ppi,120Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, 240Hz touch sampling rate,112% DCI-P3, 151.9% sRGB, Delta E average < 1, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio,1100 nits peak brightness,Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus,SGS Eye Care 6.5% & SGS Seamless Pro (120Hz)

CPU

2.84 GHz Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 5G Mobile Platform with 5 nm, 64-bit Octa-Core Processor

GPU

Qualcomm® Adreno™ 660

Memory

16 GB LPDDR5 RAM

8 GB LPDDR5 RAM

Storage

UFS 3.1 /256GB

Battery

4000 mAh (typical)

Wireless technology

Integrated WiFi 6E (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2×2 MIMOTri-band 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz WiFiBluetooth® 5.2 (EDR + A2DP) & HFP + AVRCP + HID + PAN + OPPAdditional Bluetooth audio codec: LDAC + Qualcomm® aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive + AAC

Cameras

Main camera: 64 MP, SONY IMX686 flagship sensor with OIS, 1/1.7″ sensor, Quad Bayer Technology, 0.8µm/1.6µm effective pixel size, F1.8, 78.3° FOV (26.6 mm equivalent to 35 mm film camera) 2×1 OCL PDAF, Dual LED flash, 8K video recording with EIS Ultrawide camera:12 MP, SONY IMX363 flagship sensor, 1/2.55″ sensor, 113?  FOV, (14.3 mm equivalent to 35 mm film camera), 1.4µm pixel size, F2.2, Dual PDAF, Real-time distortion correction, Supports 4cm Macro shot, Records up to 4K/60fps or FHD/60fps Front camera:12 MP, Sony IMX663 (Industry’s first launch), 1/2.93″sensor, 76.5?  FOV, 1.22µm effective pixel size, F2.45 (27.7 mm equivalent to 35 mm film camera), Dual PDAF
Records up to 4K/30fps or FHD/60fps

Video recording

8K UHD (7680×4320) video at 24 fps + EIS for main camera4K UHD (3840 by 2160) video at 30 / 60 fps + EIS for secondary camera1080p FHD video recording at 30 / 60 fps with HyperSteady720p HD video recording at 30 fps3-axis electronic image stabilizationMotion Tracking video (4K UHD video at 60 fps)Time Lapse (4K UHD video)Slow Motion video (4K UHD at 120 fps / 1080p FHD at 240 fps / 720p at 480 fps)Take still photo while recording video (do not support in 8K video recording)

Sensor

In-display fingerprint sensor, acceleration sensor, e-compass sensor, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor (supports ARCore)

Colours

Obsidian Black

Obsidian Black, Horizon Silver

Connectivity

USB Type-C® (USB-C®)

SIM cards

NANO SIM/NANO SIM 2 choose 2Support DSDV 5G+5G(sim1, sim2 support LTE exchangable)

Navigation

GNSS support GPS (L1/L5), Glonass (L1), Galileo (E1/E5a), QZSS (L1/L5) and NavIC (L5)

Operating system

Android™ 11 with ZenUI 8

Dimensions

148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm

Weight

169 g

Notes:

(1) Manufacturer’s performance data

(2) WiFi 6E availability and features are dependent on regulatory limitations. The number of available extra 160 MHz channels may be less than 7.

(3) The device has been tested for water resistance using IEC 60592 standard and has achieved an IP68 rating. Water and dust resistance can deteriorate over time in normal usage, or if the device is damaged, repaired or taken apart. The device should never be completely submerged underwater, and should not be allowed to come into contact with seawater, brine, chlorinated water or drinks. Failure to observe correct precautions will invalidate the device warranty and the function of water and dust resistance. Water resistance is tested by submerging the device to a depth of 1.5 meters in tap water for 30 minutes. After the test the device is removed and fully dried, then checked for normal operation. Please note that the device has a USB-C charging port, and this USB-C port must be completely dry before any attempt is made at charging. For related warranty information, please refer to the product warranty.

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IDC & ASUS Webcast 2021 Singapore – Digital Transformation for the Next Normal in Asia Pacific

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The world is now entering into a new future of work, how would the hybrid working environment look like in the near future, in a post COVID-19 world? ASUS commissioned an independent survey conducted by leading technology research firm, IDC. At the IDC & ASUS Webcast 2021 Singapore – Digital Transformation for the Next Normal in Asia Pacific, ASUS revealed that 45% of Singapore SMBs are likely to convert to a 100% laptop setup post COVID-19, underscoring the importance of mobility in a hybrid workplace model. This finding, among other interesting strategic insights to SMB technology use and how COVID-19 has affected related decisions.

How would the future of work be like for you and for your industry? Whether we like or not, we are moving into a hybrid working environment in a post COVID-19 world, the new future of work is here and upon us. I have been following on the future of work developments as the impacts and changes when COVID-19 started sweeping changes and economic impacts to the world economy and how we operate our business. From chatting with my friends from different industries, the changes and transformations varies.

The findings from this ASUS commissioned independent survey are interesting, provides an insights into the current situation and the pace we are moving into a new future of work as the world is going through a digital transformation for the next normal in Asia Pacific. Here are some summarised findings from the survey.

Survey Methodology

The “IDC Asia/Pacific Laptops and Workspace Trends Survey 2020” was conducted in mid-2020 in 10 countries across Asia Pacific, including Singapore. The survey sought to discover the challenges of remote working and the impact on SMBs’ provisioning of laptops and other work devices and involved 2,018 respondents across Asia Pacific, split equally between employers (IT decision makers) and employees who use laptops for work.

Asia Pacific SMBs Not Ready for Long-Term Remote Working Arrangements

At the Asia Pacific level, the survey reveals that businesses are not attuned to the “work-anywhere” trend brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. On average, only 28% of business owners in Asia Pacific expect employees to continue working remotely post COVID-19, with almost 40% anticipating a return to office. This short-term focus highlights the challenges that remote working entails – particularly around security, operational, collaboration / /communication, and productivity issues. But this also means that businesses are not supporting their employees fully with the right devices for a prolonged work from home (WFH). IDC stated that this short-term orientation will have a significant impact on the devices that are being purchased now and in future, with a profound, negative effect on employee productivity

Key Singapore Findings

For Singapore in particular, the survey found that only about half of SMBs (48%) were ready for WFH arrangements brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, over a third (35%) of those SMBs said that they were not completely prepared with the office equipment and software to enable remote working and that 50% of employers expect their workforce to return to the office once the situation is resolved as opposed to the Asia Pacific average of 46%. This revealed a general lack of long-term planning for remote working by Singapore SMBs.

However, 45% of Singapore SMBs (the highest in Asia/Pacific) are likely to move to a 100% laptop setup post COVID-19 and 61% plan to increase their laptop investments by 2022; indicating that this attitude is changing rapidly to cope with the situation better.

Other key Singapore SMB findings from the survey include:

  • 62% of employees stated that businesses that offer advanced equipment and flexible working arrangements have a competitive edge over other companies
  • 54% of businesses only refresh laptops when the staff complain that they are slow, and another 46% only do so when they are broken, whenever budget allows
  • Singapore has the longest replacement cycles for laptops in Asia Pacific, with companies refreshing their employees’ laptops every 4 years on average before COVID-19 pandemic, and 3.7 years on average after. ASUS speculates that this is because Singapore SMBs tend to buy more expensive and powerful systems than the rest of APAC which extends service life.
  • 61% of employees in Singapore want to have a say in the allotment of their devices
  • 63% of Singapore businesses are considering procuring laptops/desktops under a lease model
  • 80% of Singapore organizations use a laptop for web conferencing with a built-in camera and microphone, as compared to 74% in Asia/Pacific

IDC Advice

Considering the survey findings, IDC advised that equipping employees with the latest devices that can support both a remote and hybrid work environment will have a significant impact not only on employee productivity and experience, but also will provide a competitive edge to organizations to attract and retain talent. IDC also suggested that Singapore SMBs implement the following three points with regard to technology implementation:

  1. Include laptops in as-a-service agreements – Give employees their choice in devices and move away from inflexible standardization policies. An as-a-service model can also provide easy access to features previously found only in enterprise-grade, custom-developed devices.
  2. Ensure employees have the right tools to do their job – Doing away with a one-size fits-all strategy and adopting a more personalized approach to computing by offering employees the laptop of their choice, or based on computing needs, will help improve productivity and efficiency.
  3. Refresh laptops faster for better employee experience – Shorten refresh cycles of laptops to keep in step with workforce requirements, as well as boost employee productivity and efficiency.

Personal Thoughts and Views

As we enter into a hybrid working environment, working between both office and home, a laptop setup makes more sense, portable and ease of use when you have to shuffle between work locations. The changes and transformations to a laptop setup might have already started for your organisation and for yourself. If haven’t started, the digital transformation for the next normal would probably be taking place very soon.

* Information and picture courtesy of ASUS Singapore *