ASUS will bring its new ultrabook, the Zenbook Infinity, to Computex 2013 the company has confirmed, a slimmer, lighter, and - so the company promises - more attractive update to its previous Zenbook models. The new Infinity version will trim its bulk by 14-percent, with thickness down to just 15.5mm, fusing Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the lid to the aluminum frame.
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ASUS Zenbook Infinity teased: 15.5mm thick with lashings of Gorilla Glass 3
Google Maps-driven Map Dive 3D-tracking hands-on
This week the folks at the development studio known as Instrument have brought a virtual reality demonstration to Google I/O 2013, complete with a multi-display drop from the upper atmosphere down toward the earth in freefall. What this demonstration consisted of was seven 1080p displays, each of them run by their own Ubuntu PC working with a full-screen version of Chrome version 25. A motion tracker works to track the user, their arms, and the angle at which they’re standing – or leaning and falling, as it were.
Asus Zenbook packing Retina-blasting 15.6-inch screen quietly goes on sale
When Apple started putting high-resolution retina displays into its line of MacBook notebook computers, it spurred a lot of competitors to begin offering high-resolution screens and notebooks for themselves. This is good news for users who prefer high-resolution screens. During CES 2013 back in January, computer maker Acer was showing off a range of prototype notebooks using very high resolution displays.
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Nexus 7 refresh tipped for summer; how it differs from the original
The original Google Nexus 7 tablet (as manufactured by ASUS) has been tipped to be getting a refresh with new hardware and a launch time around June or July. This updated piece of equipment would, if this set of predictions turns true, have the tablet ready to be re-introduced at Google I/O 2013, the company’s developer conference. This conference begins next week, starting on Wednesday the 15th of May, ending Friday.
ASUS Transformer tablet teased for Computex 2013
ASUS posted up a video on YouTube that gives us a tease at what to expect from the company at Computex 2013 this year. The video mostly highlights what the company is all about, and they show off some of their products in the video as well, with a few interesting glances at mysterious products that we haven't seen before.
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ASUS small-screen Windows 8 tablets due this year
Asus has big plans to roll out Windows 8 tablet computers with small screens this year. The tip comes from Asus CEO Jerry Shen who predicts that these smaller screen Windows 8 tablets will sell at prices below $300. Many see price as one of the big drawbacks to Windows 8 tablets at this time.
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ASUS Taichi 31 ultrabook with back-to-back 1080p displays finally launches
The ASUS Taichi 31 has finally become available, and it brings a new design form factor to the world of Windows 8 ultrabooks. The ASUS Taichi features back-to-back displays both able to support FULL HD 1080p resolution. The outer 1080p display is also a touchscreen, allowing you to close your ultrabook and use it as a tablet if you want. You are able to use a stylus to interact with the touch screen.
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Asus unveils new PA249Q ProArt LCD monitor
Asus has announced a new 24-inch LCD monitor promising impressive color accuracy. The monitor uses next-generation AH-IPS technology for better performance. One of the big features of the screen is its color accuracy supporting 99% Adobe Wide Gamut RGB.
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ASUS Fonepad available now for pre-order in the UK
As expected a few days ago, ASUS has opened up pre-orders for its new Fonepad phone/tablet hybrid in the UK, with availability starting on April 26. You can reserve your own unit right now from Carphone Warehouse, Amazon, or Sainsbury’s for just £179. Of course, this device isn't to be confused with ASUS's PadFone tablet line.
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PC market tumbles as IDC points at Windows 8
If reporting that the entirety of the PC market weren't enough of a punch in the gut for Microsoft from the analytical group IDC, the suggestion that their newest operating system is to blame really, really is. What you're about to witness is the continued downfall of the PC industry in the charts of the IDC, this most recent quarter's report being much worse for ware than we're sure any of the manufacturers listed would have liked. When your only job is to create PCs and you hoped Windows 8 was going to bring the industry into a shining light, you're probably not too happy right about now.
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ASUS releases 15-inch VivoBook S500 with full numpad
Back in October during the release of Windows 8, ASUS was one of the first companies to release a horde of Windows 8 machines right out of the gate. Back then, the company announced the 15.6-inch VivoBook S500, and it's not now available for purchase. If you've been in the market for a Windows 8 laptop, this one may be a good one to add to your list.
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ASUS FonePad 7 opens to pre-orders in the UK on Friday
Back in February, ASUS revealed the FonePad, a 7-inch tablet with smartphone functionality and a design similar to the Nexus 7 (which ASUS makes). If you've dreamt of the day you could merge your smartphone and tablet into a single too-big-for-the-hip-pocket device and you're located in the UK, you'll be able to grab this device on April 26 for £179.99.
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