ASUS announces revamped ZenBook series at IFA 2018

ASUS announces revamped ZenBook series at IFA 2018
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During the event, the ZenBook 13 (UX333), ZenBook 14 (UX433), and ZenBook 15 (UX533) - the world’s most compact 13.3-inch, 14-inch, and 15.6-inch laptops1 - along with the ultra-compact ZenBook Flip 13 (UX362) and ZenBook Flip 15 (UX562) convertibles were announced. The groundbreaking ZenBook Pro 15 laptop is now joined by the new ZenBook Pro 14 (UX480), both models feature the revolutionary ASUS ScreenPad™. ScreenPad™ has been updated with exciting new features and functions. The latest version of ZenBook S (UX391FA) has also been announced, now boasting an amazing battery life of 20 hours. The new Zen AiO 27 (Z272) all-in-one PC, with a new system-in-base design, has also been announced.

Eric Chen, Corporate Vice President of ASUS, said: 'For the past thirty years, ASUS has continuously delivered innovative products aimed at enabling a joyful and seamless digital life. It is our ambition to empower everyone to unleash their creative power with innovations that combine style and elegance with performance and advanced technology.'

'We are excited to work closely with ASUS on the incredible lineup of new PCs featuring the latest 8th Gen Intel Core processors,' said Chris Walker, Vice President Client Computing at Intel. 'The new 8th Gen Intel Core processors are perfectly matched to the revamped premium ZenBook series. They are optimized for connectivity, with integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi, and deliver incredible performance with enhanced voice experiences and amazing battery life.'

All new ZenBook models will be showcased during IFA 2018 at the ASUS booth along with the latest ROG and ASUS products. The ASUS showcase is located at booth #215 in Messe Berlin Hall 25 at IFA and is open to visitors daily from August 31 to September 5, 2018, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

ZenBook 13/14/15

ZenBook 13, 14, and 15 introduce the stunning new frameless ASUS NanoEdge display, with ultra-thin bezels on all four sides for an unparalleled screen-to-body ratio of up to 95%. The ultra-compact design, which features the unique ErgoLift hinge mechanism (which tilts the keyboard for comfortable typing), gives each of these laptops the smallest footprint in the world in its class. ZenBook 13 and 14 also introduce the exclusive new NumberPad, an innovative numeric keypad with LED lighting built into the touchpad. The new models feature a full range of high-quality components, including the latest 8th Generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi optimized for Intel® Wireless-AC 9560 and up to NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 Max-Q graphics.

ZenBook Flip 13/15

ZenBook Flip 13 and 15 are 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch convertible laptops that are 10% smaller than the previous models, making them the most compact in the world2. The ZenBook 13 and 15 are designed to be versatile, powerful, and extremely portable. They feature frameless NanoEdge displays on all four sides with a 90% screen-to-body ratio, allowing for a much more compact chassis design. The laptops also have the unique 360° ErgoLift hinge that lifts and tilts the keyboard into a comfortable typing position. Both models have fast login with Windows Hello, and ZenBook Flip 13 also features the amazing new NumberPad3 touchpad. ZenBook Flip 15 and 13 are powered by the latest 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processors with integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi, optimized for Intel Wireless-AC 9560. ZenBook Flip 15 adds powerful NVIDIA GTX 1050 Max-Q graphics and a PANTONE® Validated display for accurate color reproduction. Both models also include a camera specifically designed for use with mixed-reality applications, allowing users to interact with 3D virtual objects in the physical world.

ZenBook Pro 14 with the revolutionary ScreenPad

ZenBook Pro 14 is a highly mobile alternative to the 15.6-inch ZenBook Pro 15, featuring the futuristic new ScreenPad - an ASUS innovation that revolutionizes the way users work and interact with their laptop. ZenBook Pro 14 delivers extreme performance in a sleek, lightweight, and highly elegant package. With the latest 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8565U processor with integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi and up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q discrete graphics, the ZenBook Pro 14 handles the most demanding tasks with ease. The fully aluminum design features the exclusive ErgoLift hinge, and the ultra-compact dimensions are made possible by the 14-inch NanoEdge FHD display, with ultra-thin bezels that provide an expansive, distraction-free viewing experience. The display is also PANTONE Validated for excellent color accuracy. ZenBook Pro 14 offers fast login options and built-in support for voice services from Windows Cortana and Amazon Alexa.

ScreenPad evolved: new features and functions

A wave of new and updated apps for the revolutionary ScreenPad, the intelligent touchpad available on ZenBook Pro 15 and the new ZenBook Pro 14, are now available. The new apps - Adobe Sign, Handwriting, and SpeechTyper - add new functionalities and features to ScreenPad. The updated ASUS Sync app makes it easier to integrate a smartphone with ZenBook Pro, while the enhanced Extender mode turns ScreenPad into a secondary Windows screen for dual-screen productivity. The new apps and updates can be downloaded via the 'ScreenPad settings' menu. An online tutorial with the features and functions of the updated ScreenPad is available.

ZenBook S (UX391FA): 20-hour battery life

ZenBook S (UX391FA) is a premium 13.3-inch ultraportable Windows 10 laptop with the latest 8th Generation Intel Core processors, upgraded with energy-saving components that enable an impressive battery life of 20 hours4. These new enhancements make ZenBook S an even more attractive choice for users on the go, offering effortless mobility, powerful performance, uncompromising connectivity, and military-grade quality (MIL-STD-810G).

Zen AiO 27

The Zen AiO 27 is designed for content creators and graphic professionals. The Zen AiO 27 features a new design that houses all system components in the base, rather than behind the screen: this approach improves cooling, allows for easier upgrades, and enables a slimmer display housing. The powerful specification includes an 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics. It is also possible to quickly and wirelessly charge mobile devices via Qi. Zen AiO 27 features a 27-inch 4K UHD NanoEdge PANTONE Validated display with a 100% sRGB color gamut and a Delta-E color accuracy value of less than 3.0 for incredibly detailed and lifelike images.

Pricing and availability

ASUS will announce the pricing and release dates for the above models at a later time.