Mumbai: ASUS unveiled new series of MeMO Pad, the ASUS Fonepad and the ASUS Transformer Pad Series at Computex 2014. All models feature ZenUI interface, a 64-bit Intel Ato quad-core CPU and Android 4.4 KitKat operating system.
ASUS MeMO Pad Series (ME176C/ ME181C/ ME581CL)
The new ASUS MeMO Pad Series (ME176C/ME181C) features a 64 -bit IntelAtomZ3745 quad-core processor (up to 1.86GHz) which enables better web surfing and fast app loading.
These tablets feature an 8-inch 1280 x 800 HD IPS displays. MeMO Pad 7 ME176C and ME181C can capture highly detailed, crystal-clear images. These models are also portable wireless entertainment hubs with Miracast support. This allows users to stream multimedia content to compatible external displays, plus CSR’saptX audio coding for wireless CD-quality audio streaming to optionalBluetooth headsets.
On its camera front, these tablets sport a 2-megapixel front-facing and 5-megapixel rear-facing cameras.
ASUS MeMO Pad 8(ME581CL) provides users with extreme performance and ultra-fast connectivity thanks to its 64-bit IntelAtom Z3580 2.3GHz quad-core processor, 802.11ac Wi-Fi,LTE and NFC. It features a lightweight, ultra-thin7.45mm design that weighs just 299g, making it portable enough to be easily held in your palm.
ASUS MeMO Pad 8 (ME581CL) features an 8-inch, 178-degree wide-view angle, Full HD 1920 x 1200 IPS display and ASUS Splendid and TrueVivid color enhancement technologies to deliver stunning visuals.
The use of Corning, Gorilla Glass 3 provides the toughness and durability to withstand everyday bumps and knocks. ASUS MeMO Pad 8 (ME581CL) has a premium multi-layer coatingand its construction employs Non-Conductive Vacuum Metallization (NCVM) technology. It is available in white, pink and blue.
The ASUS MeMO Pad 7 and 8 include ultra-fast connectivity with 802.11ac Wi-Fi,Long-Term Evolution (LTE) and wireless Near-Field Communications (NFC).
ASUS MeMO Pad 7(ME176C) comes in variant colours like white, black, blue, red and yellow; while ASUS MeMO Pad 8(ME181C) is available in white, black, gold and purple. Both these tablets will be available from mid-June.
ASUS Fonepad Series (FE375CG/FE380CG)
The latest ASUS Fonepad Series (FE375CG/FE380CG) features the64-bit IntelAtomZ3560 1.8GHz quad-core processor and is coupled with a 3G phone functionality. The ASUS Fonepad Series has a narrow bezel design for easy one-handed use. ASUS Fonepad 7 is 10.9cm wide and the ASUS Fonepad8(FE380CG) measures 12cm across. The latter, with its 8-inch display, features a 72.2% screen-to-body ratio for a larger display area. Despite its larger display, it has almost the same width as the previous generation 7-inch Fonepad.
Both models feature 1280 x 800 IPS displays and ASUS SonicMaster audio with dual front speakers for immersive multimedia. They also have 5-megapixel rear-facing and 2-megapixel front-facing cameras that take high-quality images and video. The ASUS FonepadSeries comes with dual SIM card slots. Both the models will be available in black, white, gold and red.
ASUS Transformer Pad (TF103C/ TF303CL)
New ASUS Transformer Pad models (TF103C/TF303CL) feature a new mobile keyboard dock with a hidden hinge design. These devices are also powered 64-bit IntelAtomZ3745 quad-core processor (up to 1.86GHz).
The tablets themselves measure just 257.4 x 178.4 x 9.9mm, and are slightly thicker at 19.8mm when docked. The new keyboard dock has ergonomic chiclet keys with 1.9mm of key travel, and includes intuitive one-touch function keys for common tasks like Delete or Screen Grab.The ASUS Transformer Pad TF103C is available in black orwhite, and the ASUS Transformer Pad TF303CL comes in blue or gold.
The Transformer Pad TF103C has an HD 1280 x 800 display with IPS technology for 170-degree wide viewing angles. This improves on color accuracy for more vibrant hues, with minimal color shift even when viewed from extreme angles.
It also has dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi giving fast, reliable connections for a smoother online experience, while integrated GPS and GLONASSreceivers provide fast, location services with pinpoint accuracy.
The Transformer Pad TF303CL has a Full HD 1920 x 1200 IPS display with 178-degree wide viewing angles with ASUS Splendid color enhancement technology for truly vivid, bright visuals. Its dual front speakers with SonicMaster audio and MaxxAudio softwarecombine to provide rich, immersive sound.
LTE Cat 4 connectivity provides download speeds in excess of 150Mbit/s, making the Transformer Pad TF303CL ideal for downloading large files, high-quality video streaming, or online gaming. HDMI output and Miracast support also provide users with a means to view content on a larger display either through a wired HDMI connection or online streaming.
