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ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo Hands-On and First Impressions

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ASUS has unveiled its most innovative laptop to date and it’s the ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo. Why is it innovative? Well, because the device packs a dual display but unlike the Macbook’s touch bar, the Acer Zenbook Pro Duo features a larger and better display that you can use as a secondary display or it can be used for different functions or applications.

First things first. Let’s talk about the design and build quality of the notebook. This one packs a magnesium-alloy build and surprisingly, it does look premium and heavy but once you hold it, the Zenbook Pro Duo does feel light to the hand despite the thickness of the notebook.

Yep, the notebook is thick but it’s quite reasonable as ASUS has managed to include a large Screenpad Plus display which means that the notebook does need ventilation and more space for the controllers of the display. Speaking of vents, the vents can be seen on both sides of the notebook and again, the notebook is too thick.

Similar to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus S, the layout of the keyboard is placed below the secondary display along with the touchpad that features a numberpad too with just a press of a button. There’s a shortcut button too for the turbo boost and also the switching of applications from the main display to secondary or vice versa.

Let’s talk about the display of the notebook. First, we got a 15.6-inch 4K OLED display that looks really vivid and the blacks were really good at this one as expected. And of course, the secondary isn’t disappointing too as this one packs a 14″ LCD IPS Screenpad Plus with a resolution of 3840×1100.

When it comes to the secondary display, there’s a button too on the display that will show you the different application that you can run on the secondary and also a shortcut to open up to quadruple apps simultaneously. This made the ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo really unique as you can do multitasking on this one and also do some cross reference with your other applications.

The secondary display has a lot of uses. You can use it for just casual usage when you want to open a lot of Google Chrome browsers in different windows so you can easily see your chats and other applications and you can also use it for streaming with the main monitor for games with the secondary monitor for for the streaming applications and the comments.

You can also use the two monitors as one which is perfect for video editing with the timeline can be seen on the secondary display and the main display for the other elements and since both of the displays are touch screen, this is perfect swiping and navigating on the secondary display. Not just that, you can also use a stylus for the secondary display so you can easily write on the secondary display or just use it for content creation.

The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo will be available soon in the Philippines and as of this posting, there’s no word regarding local pricing and availability.

ASUS ROG notebooks will now come in Glacier Blue

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If you think that the black color of ASUS ROG notebooks are getting dull and boring and the white color is getting too mainstream from different brands. Well, ASUS will be offering a new color for their ROG products and it’s the Glacier Blue color. Yep, a new color that is lighter and a complete contrast of the current color offering of ASUS ROG notebooks.

The color is actually nearer to silver and it does complement other colors like black. However, I still prefer the black one but it’s nice to see that the company is going for another color hue for their gaming line.

Well, if you want to have a new color hue for your ROG notebooks then better wait for this one as ASUS ROG devices with Glacier Blue will be coming soon to the market.

ASUS unveils Vivobook S14 and S15 with ScreenPad 2.0

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It’s Computex again and that means that ASUS will be unveiling a lot of new devices again and this year, they want to up the ante of the VivoBook line by introducing the VivoBook S14 and VivoBook S15 with the Screenpad 2.0 and just like before, a colorful and solid design.

The all-new VivoBook will be coming in two variants — the VivoBook S14 and VivoBook S15. Both are coming in colorful variants and the ErgoLift hinge which makes the notebook comfortable to type on and to have better thermal.

Not just that, the notebooks will also pack a four-sided NanoEdge display that gives you minimal bezels and more viewing experience. Inside the notebook is an up to Intel Core i7 processor and an Nvidia GeForce MX250 GPU and it also comes with 1TB PCIe SSD. The notebook will also feature an IR camera for better security and WiFi 6.

ASUS VivoBook S14 and S15 are the first in the series to have the ASUS Screenpad 2.0 which is the latest secondary screen that can enhance the productivity and upgrade your laptop experience with apps running on it which you can use to cross-reference your documents or just take notes if you want to.

The notebooks will also come with a metal chassis which is fine and it will be available in Moss Green, Punk pink, Cobalt Blue, Transparent silver, and Gun Metal.

No word regarding the local availability of these notebooks but it will be available soon in the Philippines

ASUS Zenfone 6 Edition 30 Unveiled

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ASUS is celebrating their 30thanniversary this year and they’re launching different products this year including the ASUS Zenfone 6 Edition 30. It’s a limited edition and it’s luxurious as this one will feature an exclusive design and upgraded specs. Of course, there will still be the concentric-circle design at the back of the smartphone in Matte Black and also as 3D-curved glass.

But the main difference here is that we got the embossed Edition 30 logo at the back of the smartphone and the specs have been upgraded to 12GB RAM and 512GB of storage.

The ASUS Zenfone 6 will still have the specs that we loved on the smartphone including a 6.4-inch Zenfone 6 Edition 30 notchless NanoEdge all-screen display with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 display with a flip camera that is comprised of 48MP Sony IMX586 rear camera with a 13MP ultrawide secondary camera.

 

ZENFONE 6 ZENFONE 6 EDITION 30
DESIGN Corning Gorilla Glass 6, 3D Curved Glass with NMT technology

 

Corning Gorilla Glass 6, 3D Curved Glass with NMT technology

 

DISPLAY 6.4-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD, 19.5:9, 91% screen-to-body ratio, 100% DCI-P3 colorspace

 

6.4-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD, 19.5:9, 91% screen-to-body ratio, 100% DCI-P3 colorspace

 

CPU / GPU Snapdragon 855

Adreno 640

 

Snapdragon 855

Adreno 640

 

MAIN CAMERA 48MP Sony IMX586, f/1.79

 

48MP Sony IMX586, f/1.79

 

SECONDARY CAMERA 13MP 125-degree ultrawide

 

13MP 125-degree ultrawide

 

BATTERY 5,000mAh

 

5,000mAh

 

RAM/ROM 6GB/8GB RAM
64GB/128GB/256GB ROM
Expandable via MicroSD
12GB RAM

512GB ROM

COLORS Midnight Black, Twilight Silver

 

Matte Black with Zen-inspired concentric circle

 

ASUS has also announced that it will come with 30 month warranty and there will be only 3000 units that will be sold globally.

ASUS Zenbook series with Screenpad 2.0 & Zenbook Edition 30 announced at Computex 2019

THE ALL NEW ZENBOOK SERIES

ASUS unveiled their newest ZenBook 13/14/15 laptops that feature the revolutionary ASUS ScreenPad2.0. The new ScreenPad 2.0 will be available to all new ZenBook models, upgrading the traditional laptop experience, adding an interactive secondary screen to its touchpad.

The new ZenBook series features a four-sided frameless NanoEdge display, with up to 95% screen-to-body ratio giving them the world’s most compact footprint in their respective classes. Its internals feature a full complement of high-performance components including up to 8th Generation Intel Core™ i7 quad-core CPUs, up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics, 16GB RAM, ultrafast PCIe® SSDs and gigabit-class Wi-Fi 5.

Its externals feature the iconic Zen-inspired spun-metal finish on the lid, and a color choice of Royal blue enhanced with gold lid logos and rose gold trim bar makes it look luxurious. Also, the ASUS ErgoLift hinge design tilts the keyboard automatically for usage comfort and cooling.

The Screenpad 2.0 is powered by the new ScreenXpert software, and now has a larger 5.65-inch touchscreen that offers new features and benefits such as a collection of handy ASUS utilities namely: Quicky Key which enables one-tap automation of complex keyboard sequences; Handwriting for natural text input; and the Number key for rapid numerical data entry. The hardware is more energy efficient than its predecessor allowing 2.5x longer battery life when the ScreenPad is on.

ZENBOOK EDITION 30

To celebrate the 30 years of ASUS in the business, a limited-edition ASUS ZenBook Edition 30 was announced. It draws on the ASUS heritage and features leather craftsmanship. The ZenBook edition 30 brings a futuristic twist to the classic look, with a lid encased in luxurious Pearl White genuine Italian leather – hand-crafted and stitched for perfect fit appearance. The Rose Gold anodized diamond-cut edges and trim bar, accompanied by the exclusive 18-karat rose-gold-plated 30th-anniversary logo on the lid, are eye-catching additions that give ZenBook Edition 30 a look of pure luxury.

The ZenBook Edition 30 will be equipped exclusively with a complete set of premium accessories, including a Pear White mouse, a leather-look box, and mouse pad, and a genuine leather sleeve

ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo Unveiled, to pack a game-changing dual display

ASUS announced the ZenBook Pro Duo (UX581), a groundbreaking laptop featuring the new ASUS ScreenPadPlus, making it the first of its own. Like its siblings, it carries over the frameless four-sided ASUS NanoEdge design with ultraslim bezels. And what makes it different is that it features a 14-inch full-width, high resolution 32:9 aspect-ratio secondary touchscreen that expands and enhances its interactive capabilities offered by the original ASUS ScreenPad.

It integrates seamlessly with the primary display, and the built-in ScreenXpert software includes a wide selection of useful apps, tools, and utilities. It features a 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) OLED touchscreen, a 4K (3840 x 1100) ScreenPad Plus and an ASUS NumberPad dual-function touchpad.

The ScreenPad Plus can be used like a standard second display in Windows, or can opt to use the time-saving features and functions built into the ScreenXpert control software to simplify multiscreen window and app management. This includes quick controls such as App Switcher, ViewMax, and App Navigator.

In terms of performance, it is powered by up to 9th 9th Generation Intel® Core™ processors, combined with up to 32GB RAM and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2060 GPU, with ultrafast storage provided by up to a 1TB PCIe® 3.0 x4 SSD.

It also comes with a more portable and affordable variant, the 14-inch ZenBook Duo (UX481), featuring the same four-sided NanoEdge, however, with an FHD display and FHD ScreenPad Plus. Powered by up to an Intel Core i7 processor and a GeForce MX250 GPU.

It comes in the brand new Celestial Blue color that gives it a sophisticated look, decorated with a unique asymmetric version of the iconic Zen-inspired spun-metal finish, the design details that gives it an unmistakable identity.

ASUS ROG showcases its best gaming lifestyle peripherals

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Recently, ASUS has showcased its products in their house party where selected members of the media, personalities, and streamers were present in the event. ASUS has showcased its open platform products including their new monitors and also my favorite, the ROG PNK LTD series.

 

So what are my favorite ones? Well, we have the ROG Strix Fusion Wireless which is a great wireless headset partner for your living room with your console like the PlayStation 4. And of course, there are the new ROG gaming routers for the household which will make your internet connection at home seamless and fast.

At the house party, ASUS has managed to showcase the ROG Rapture GT-AC2900 in where there’s the AiMesh technology that delivers lag-free gaming and wider and better coverage at your home.

The best part about the house party is the ROG PNK LTD series that will soon be available in the Philippines. Well, the ROG PNK LTD series brings the pink colorway on the ROG peripheral products like the ROG Strix Flare, Gladius II Origin, Sheath, and Strix Fusion 300.

This set is actually a great combination for gamers who love the pink hue especially the females as a lot of people prefer this color. Personally, I actually like this move from ASUS as this is a clear sign from the company that they’re welcoming a new color to their gaming products.

If you’re interested about their new products, these products will be available this June 2019 in local retailers nationwide and the prices are as follows.

Get a chance to win Benefit cosmetics when you purchase a Vivo V15 blossom pink

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Vivo V15 is one of the hottest smartphones right now as it features one of the best features in the market including an ultra FullView display that comes with 90.95% screen-to-body ratio and then there’s the pop-up selfie camera and a triple lens rear camera and recently, they’ve also unveiled the Vivo V15 Blossom Pink.

Inside the smartphone is an Helio P70 Octa-Core Processor and then there’s the 6GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, and 4000mAh battery. The smartphone packs a 32MP selfie camera and a 12MP+8MP+5MP rear camera.

Recently, the company has unveiled a new colorway and it’s the Vivo V15 Blossom Pink. It’s the perfect color for the feminine feel and with that, Vivo Philippines is having a promo in where Vivo and Benefit fans will get a chance to win a limited edition Vivo X Benefit kit by just following @vivo_philippines and @benefitph on Instagram and following the instructions on the official promo mechanics posts.

Aside from that, for those people who are looking into buying the Vivo V15 in Blossom Pink, you may get a chance to win Php5000 worth of Benefit products by just uploading a creative photo of the limited edition Vivo smartphone on Instagram and tagging @vivo_Philippines and @benefitph.

OPPO F11 Series in Waterfall Gray and Jewelry White is now available

To celebrate OPPO’s 5th anniversary in the Philippine market, the smartphone brand launched their new special limited edition of the F11 series – Waterfall Gray and Jewelry White priced at Php 15,990, while the F11 Pro 128GB ROM retails at Php 18,990. The F11 Series will be available at OPPO stores and Lazada starting on May 25. Those who will be availing the F11 Pro can enjoy 0% interest with 9 or 12 months payment term, and the F11 at 0% interest, with 6 or 9 months payment term, both through Home Credit.

OPPO F11 Specs

  • 6.5-inch 2340×1080 Full HD+ TFT waterdrop display with Gorilla Glass 5
  • MediaTek Helio P70 Octa-Core Processor
  • 6GB RAM
  • 64GB Internal storage
  • 48MP+5MP Dual Rear Camera with Ultra Night Mode
  • 16MP f/2.0 front camera
  • WiFi, Bluetooth
  • LTE, Dual SIM
  • Rear Fingerprint Scanner
  • VOOC 3.0 Fast Charge
  • 4020mAh Battery
  • ColorOS 6 with Android 9 Pie

OPPO F11 Pro Specs

  • 6.5-inch Full HD+ IPS notchless display, 19.5:9 Display aspect ratio, 2340×1080
  • MediaTek Helio P70 Octa-Core Processor
  • 6GB RAM
  • 128GB Internal storage expandable via MicroSD
  • 48MP + 5MP Rear Camera
  • 16MP rising front camera
  • Dual SIM, LTE
  • WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS
  • VOOC Flash Charge 3.0
  • 4000mAh Battery
  • Android 9 Pie with Color OS 6.0

ASUS slashed off ZenFones’ price with their “Rainy Season Savings” promo

ASUS Philippines launched their “Rainy Season Savings” promo where it slashed off prices of select ZenFone models.

Effective May 24, 2019, consumers can grab the following ZenFone models with its newest price in the market:

PRODUCT OLD PRICE NEW PRICE
ZenFone 5Z Php 29,995 Php 24,995
ZenFone 5 Php 19,995 Php 11,995
ZenFone Live L1 Php 5,995 Php 4,995
ZenFone Live L1 Android Go Php 4,995 Php 3,995
ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite Php 5,995 Php 4,995

 

Promo is available to all ZenFone Concept Stores and Kiosks nationwide.

 

ASUS Zenfone 5 Specifications

  • 6.2-inch Full HD+ Super IPS+ Display with 19:9 display aspect ratio
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor with AI Boost
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB Internal Storage expandable via MicroSD
  • 12MP + 8MP 120-degree wide angle rear camera
  • 8MP front camera
  • Dual SIM
  • LTE
  • Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS, WiFi
  • Fingerprint Scanner
  • Face Unlock
  • USB Type-C
  • 3300mAh Battery with Fast Charging

ASUS Zenfone Live L1 Specs

  • 5.5-inch HD+ Display with 18:9 display aspect ratio
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 Processor
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB Internal Storage expandable via MicroSD
  • 13-megapixel rear camera with PDAF and LED FLash
  • 5-megapixel front-facing camera
  • LTE, Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS, WiFi
  • 3000mAh Battery
  • Android Oreo with ZenUI 5.0

ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Lite

  • 5.5-inch HD+ Display with 18:9 display aspect ratio
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 Processor
  • 3GB RAM
  • 32GB Internal Storage expandable via MicroSD
  • 13-megapixel rear camera with PDAF and LED FLash
  • 5-megapixel front-facing camera
  • LTE, Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS, WiFi
  • 3000mAh Battery