Asus ROG Phone: Everything you need to know
Asus understands you can't carry your gaming PC around with you, so it developed the ROG Phone, a hardcore, high-specification smartphone designed for mobile gamers. Featuring a speed-binned chip, 512GB of memory, and an array of accessories, it's coming later this month. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Asus ZenBook Pro 15 vs. Dell XPS 15
Asus introduced something special with its ZenBook Pro 15 UX580 -- an LCD-equipped touchpad called the ScreenPad that adds extra functionality to the ubiquitous input device. It's also a fast notebook and it's well-equipped. Is that enough to take on the Dell XPS 15, one of our favorite 15-inch laptops?
Asus built a screen into a touchpad. Is it the future of computing or a gimmick?
Asus needed its newest ZenBook Pro UX580 to stand out against a crowd of strong 15-inch notebooks, and it chose to dramatically remake the old-school touchpad as the cornerstone of its efforts. The ScreenPad is an interesting idea held back by some bugs and limitations.
Asus taps into Intel’s new ‘Whiskey Lake’ CPUs to power its latest ZenBooks
Asus introduced three new ZenBooks during the IFA 2018 conference in Berlin. All three are based on eighth-generation Intel Core processors released this week along with discrete Nvidia graphics. They also sport super-thin profiles measuring up to 0.70 of an inch and infrared cameras.
New Asus ZenBook S promises up to 20 hours of life without a Snapdragon chip
Asus introduced the latest ZenBook S model during the IFA 2018 convention in Berlin. This version will ship in variants based on two eighth-generation Intel Whiskey Lake processors that made their debut this week. It promises up to 20 hours of use on a single charge without a Snapdragon chip.
Touchpad on the new Asus ZenBook Flip turns into an LED-illuminated NumberPad
If the traditional laptop isn’t your cup of tea, Asus introduced two new ZenBook Flip 2-in-1s during the IFA 2018 convention in Berlin. Both are based on Intel’s new 8th-gen Whiskey Lake CPUs launched this week. The larger 15.6-inch model adds a discrete GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q graphics chip.
Asus Zenfone 5Z tips and tricks
If you’ve snagged yourself one of the best bargains of the year, then you might be interested in some Asus Zenfone 5Z tips and tricks to help you get the most out of it. We delve into some of the hidden features of the Asus Zen UI and highlight the options that we've found the most useful.
The best Asus Zenfone 5Z cases and covers
There's no doubt that the Asus Zenfone 5Z offers a lot for the money, but the glass sandwich design is prone to drop and scratch damage so you should invest in some protection. We've rounded up the best Asus Zenfone 5Z cases and covers for you here, but it's relatively slim pickings so far.
Asus gets ‘tough’ on gamers using two TUF Gaming FX laptops built for abuse
If you’re looking for a “tough” gaming laptop that won’t set your wallet on fire, Asus introduces two new solutions under its TUF Gaming FX banner. The FX505 dons a 15.6-inch screen while the FX705 sports a 17.3-inch screen, both of which support a Full HD resolution with up to a 144Hz refresh rate.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 850 chip appears in benchmarks with improved performance
A benchmark for Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 850 processor show a less-than-stellar increase in multi-core performance over the previous 835 chip. Introduced in June, the Snapdragon 850 promises up to 30 percent better performance, yet benchmarks show that leap applies to single-core numbers.
Asus claims ‘world’s thinnest’ title with its new Zephyrus S gaming laptop
The Republic of Gamers arm at Asus is claiming “world’s thinnest” with the introduction of its new Zephyrus S gaming laptop measuring just 0.58 inches at its thinnest point. The company also revealed the Strix SCAR II that crams a 17.3-inch screen into a 15.7-inch chassis.
Asus bringing super-budget ZenFone Live (L1) to the U.S. for $110
If you're looking for a super-cheap phone then devices powered by Google's Android Go are probably on your radar. Options in the U.S. are about to get a bit better with the introduction of the Asus ZenFone Live (L1). With a Snapdragon 425, it's priced at $110, and will be a Bust Buy exclusive.
Microsoft Surface Go vs. Asus NovaGo: Pair of iPad rivals duke it out
The Microsoft Surface Go and the Asus NovaGo take two different approaches to attack the tablet market. The Surface Go takes what's best about the Surface Pro and shrinks it down, while the NovaGo leverages Windows on ARM for superior battery life. We let these two devices battle it out for supremacy.
USB-C was supposed to be a port paradise, but it’s become a nightmare
Your new notebook might have a USB-C port or two, but what does that really mean? The fact is, manufacturers implement USB-C differently and they're not always perfectly clear as to what's supported. Care is needed to make sure that a PC's USB-C ports support the features you need.
Here is everything we know about the Asus ZenFone 5
Asus has unveiled its latest and greatest smartphones, the Zenfone 5 series -- which includes the Zenfone 5, Zenfone 5Z, and Zenfone 5 Lite.
High-end Always Connected Windows 10 PCs may pack Snapdragon 1000 in 2018
Qualcomm is supposedly working on a new high-end Snapdragon-based always-connected laptop reference design. It will be based on the Snapdragon 1000, and not the 850 chip just reveled for Windows 10 devices. Asus is supposedly one of the first to use the design, code-named "Primus."
Brace yourself! The age of keyboard-less laptops is upon us
One of the biggest trends at Computex this year was dual-screen laptops -- 2-in-1s that have completely ditched keyboards. With prototypes from Intel and Asus on display, you can expect to see more of these keyboard-less laptops coming in the future.
Asus made a dual-screen laptop that looks like the future of computers
Asus introduced a concept design called Project Precog during the Computex technology show. It borrows Lenovo's Yoga Book design to create an artificial intelligence-powered dual-screen 2-in-1 PC on a larger scale. It can detect the placement of your hands to render the keyboard accordingly.
Think your GPU rig is fast? This Asus motherboard can handle 20 at once
Asus has a new generation cryptocurrency mining motherboard to debut at Computex in a week's time called the H370 Mining Master. It increases the number of supported graphics cards to 20, and simplifies their attachment through new, PCIe-on-USB connections, rather than standard PCIexpress x1 ports.
Apple’s Touch Bar might be the influence for a future laptop from Asus
Extensions for an upcoming laptop feature called 'ScreenPad' have rolled out to the Microsoft Store since November. It will be similar to the Touch Bar on MacBook Pros, providing in-app touch-based controls on a secondary interface to reduce your mouse-based input. It will be a precision trackpad, too.
The latest Asus gaming monitor will be insanely expensive
Hot on the heels of Acer's $2,000 Predator X27 desktop monitor, a similar model manufactured by Asus for the same price will ship in June. Both are based on Nvidia's G-Sync HDR reference design focusing on high brightness levels, high contrast ratios, high refresh rates, and a wider color palate.
Consumers don’t have to use genuine parts to maintain a warranty, FTC says
In its review of warranty policies, the FTC slams six companies for forcing consumers to use genuine parts or obtain service from an authorized partner to maintain their warranty coverage. The FTC said consumers should be allowed to use their devices with any peripherals, accessories, or software.
Asus just rolled out the world’s slimmest gaming laptop with GTX 1070 graphics
Asus dumped a load of new Republic of Gamers notebooks and laptops on PC gamers this week, including the world's slimmest laptop with a GTX 1070 GPU.
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2 13
Asus packed an entry-level discrete GPU into its thin and light ZenBook Flip 14 convertible 2-in-1, but is that enough to take on Microsoft's beefy Surface Book 2 13?
Asus ZenBook 13 vs. HP Spectre 13
The Asus ZenBook 13 UX331UN is dubbed the "thinnest notebook with discrete graphics" by its manufacturer, while the HP Spectre 13 is elegantly designed with tons of options. Which wins our shootout?
The ZenBook 13 leaves no more excuses for laptops without discrete graphics
We're seeing better gaming than ever from thin and light notebooks that just a little while ago were only good for mobile productivity.
Asus joins the Windows Mixed Reality party with its own official headset
Asus announced its Windows Mixed Reality headset last year, and now it's finally officially going on sale for $429, including two motion controllers.
Here’s how to use the Asus Zenfone 4’s best camera features
Master the Asus ZenFone 4 and its versatile wide-angle rear camera, and strong selfie camera, with our guide to its top 5 camera features.
Asus ZenBook 13 UX331 billed as the ‘thinnest laptop with discrete graphics’
Asus has announced the ZenBook 13 UX331, a thin and light 13.3-inch notebook with discrete Nvidia GeForce MX150 graphics.
Keep calm and stay zen with the best Asus Zenfone 4 cases
It's easy to forget that your phone needs protection too. Don't let the outside world smash your pride and joy! Keep your Zenfone zen with the best Asus Zenfone 4 cases.
Dell XPS 13 vs. Asus ZenBook 13: Two thin and light 13-inch notebooks face off
In our Dell XPS 13 vs Asus ZenBook 13 face-off, we consider two new clamshell notebooks that bring modern designs and extra power.
Asus joins the Alexa smart speaker party with Lyra Voice
More than just a smart speaker, the Asus Lyra Voice also packs a tri-band AC2200 mesh Wi-Fi node for a better Alexa experience.
Asus debuts ROG desktop, mechanical keyboard, cool lighting accessories at CES
The Asus Republic of Gamers portfolio saw an update at CES 2018, consisting of a new desktop, mechanical keyboard, and a few RGB gadgets.
Asus shows off Zenbook 13 with up to 15 hours of battery life and Intel 8th-gen
Asus has refreshed its notebook line with a new ZenBook 13, the Laptop X507, and the ARM-powered Always Connected NovaGo 2-in-1.