{"id":73,"date":"2013-05-01T07:05:16","date_gmt":"2013-05-01T07:05:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/electronicsmaker.com\/?p=73"},"modified":"2014-09-15T16:48:04","modified_gmt":"2014-09-15T16:48:04","slug":"asus-and-intel-launch-the-7-inch-asus-fonepad-with-3g-mobile-data-and-voice-calling-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/electronicsmaker.com\/asus-and-intel-launch-the-7-inch-asus-fonepad-with-3g-mobile-data-and-voice-calling-in-india","title":{"rendered":"ASUS and Intel Launch the 7-inch ASUS Fonepad\u2122 with 3G Mobile Data and Voice-Calling in India"},"content":{"rendered":"

Built-in 3G for fast mobile data and full telephony features offer 2-in-1 flexibility at a competitive price<\/p>\n

New Delhi, 24 April, 2013: <\/strong>ASUS India, a leader in the new digital era, together with Intel India, today announced the availability of the ASUS Fonepad\u2122 in India.\u00a0 The Fonepad is a competitively priced Phablet with 3G connectivity & calling features of a smartphone, with the versatility of a 7-inch tablet. Powered by the latest Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 processor Z2420 with Android 4.1, ASUS Fonepad\u2122 features a vibrant HD display with IPS technology for wide viewing angles and outstanding clarity.<\/p>\n

\u201cUsers now want a better screen with entertainment, social media and other online activities and this is playing an increasingly important part in our mobile lifestyles,\u201d said Mr.<\/strong> Peter Chang, Regional Director \u2013 South Asia & Country Manager, System Business Group, ASUS India<\/strong>. \u201cBy incorporating 3G mobile data connectivity with full telephony support, we have made the ASUS Fonepad\u2122 the perfect combination of a tablet and phone in one single device at an affordable price\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cInnovation is key to success in the mobility segment and that\u2019s our biggest strength. The ASUS Fonepad is a great example of bringing to the market what consumers want;\u00a0 an innovative product that addresses the emerging\u00a0 market, with a large screen size in a mobile device that runs fast with responsive applications,\u201d said Debjani Ghosh, Managing Director- Sales and Marketing Group, Intel South Asia.<\/strong> \u201cThis is just the beginning. We will significantly increase the urgency to introduce a range of innovative and differentiated offerings that will shape the future of this segment.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beautiful metallic design with Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 performance<\/strong><\/p>\n

ASUS Fonepad\u2122 is ideal for people who value both the voice communication features of a smartphone and the entertainment opportunities offered by a tablet, but prefer the convenience of carrying just one device. ASUS Fonepad\u2122 is a sleek, compact tablet with a metallic design that can be held comfortably in one hand, thanks to its light 340g weight and slim 10.4mm profile. Powered by the latest Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 processor Z2420 with full Android compatibility, ASUS Fonepad\u2122 features a perfect balance of performance and energy efficiency, with hardware-accelerated 1080p HD video decoding and up to nine hours of battery life.<\/p>\n

The 7-inch screen features 10-point multi-touch, and a crisp 1280 x 800 HD resolution for crisp, readable web page text and incredibly detailed photos. IPS technology ensures vibrant color with 178-degree wide viewing angles, and images that are clear and bright, even outdoors.<\/p>\n

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Built-in 3G for mobile data and voice calls<\/strong><\/p>\n

Built-in 3G with HSPA+ mobile data means ASUS Fonepad\u2122 is an always-connected mobile device for seamless web browsing, fast downloads from Google Play Store, and smooth streaming of audio and video. Thanks to its full 3G telephony support, ASUS Fonepad\u2122 can also be used for voice calls using the built-in noise-cancelling digital microphone or an optional Bluetooth headset. With just one mobile data plan to pay for, running costs are also much lower than those of a separate smartphone and 3G tablet.<\/p>\n

ASUS Fonepad\u2122 has 8GB of storage capacity and has an SD card slot for up to 32GB of additional storage.\u00a0 It features a 1.2-megapixel front facing camera for easy video chat and a 3-megapixel autofocus rear camera with 720p HD video recording. ASUS SonicMaster audio technology with MaxxAudio 3 processing by Waves ensures clear, well-rounded sound quality.<\/p>\n

Exclusive ASUS apps and accessories enhance productivity<\/strong><\/p>\n

The ASUS Fonepad\u2122 comes with a number of exclusive ASUS productivity apps: Floating App for easy management of running apps and multi-tasking; SuperNote lite for handwritten notes and drawing; and WebStorage Office Online for Microsoft Office-compatible document editing on the move. Users also get 5GB of free lifetime ASUS WebStorage for syncing and sharing data with other devices.<\/p>\n

ASUS India has an optional accessory for the ASUS Fonepad\u2122. Available in four snazzy colors, VersaSleeve 7 is a wraparound cover with a folding design that both protects Fonepad\u2122, and props up the screen in two different positions for typing and watching video.<\/p>\n

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Availability and Pricing <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The ASUS Fonepad\u2122 will be available in India at an MRP of Rs. 15,999\/- across Croma stores and select ASUS authorized retail outlets starting 30th<\/sup> April\u2019 2013.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit www.in.asus.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Model Name<\/th>\nScreen<\/th>\nCPU<\/th>\nRAM<\/th>\nStorage<\/th>\nWLAN<\/th>\n3G<\/th>\nBluetooth<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
ME371MG-1B058A<\/td>\n7″ WXGA 1280×800 LED Backlight IPS panel (10 finger multi-touch)<\/td>\nIntel Atom Z2420, 1.2GHz<\/td>\n1G LPDDR2<\/td>\n8G EMMC<\/td>\n802.11 b\/g\/n<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nBT 3.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Camera<\/th>\nBattery<\/th>\nOperating System\n<\/th>\nWarranty<\/th>\nGPS <\/th>\nMajor Ports<\/th>\nMRP<\/th>\n <\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Front: 1.2M Back: 3M<\/td>\n4270 mAh Li- Polymer Cell
\n(Up to 9 hrs*)\n<\/td>\n		Android 4.1 Jelly Bean<\/td>\n1 Year Global<\/td>\nGPS Embedded<\/td>\nMicro SIM, Micro SD, Micro USB<\/td>\n15,999<\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

* Specifications, content, prices and product availability may vary by region and resell channel and are subject to change without notice. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors.<\/p>\n

** Actual battery life may vary depending on operating conditions, and the specific hardware and software used.<\/p>\n

NOTES TO EDITORS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

30-word summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

ASUS Fonepad\u2122 is a 7-inch Phablet with 3G voice and mobile data for all the features of an Android smartphone, with the added convenience of a larger tablet display. <\/strong><\/p>\n

60-word summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

ASUS Fonepad\u2122 is a 7-inch Phablet with 3G voice and mobile data for all the telephony features of an Android smartphone, with the added convenience of a larger tablet display. Fonepad\u2122 features a sleek metallic design with a vibrant HD IPS display, a microSD card slot for up to 32GB additional storage and up to nine hours of battery life.<\/p>\n

100-word summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

ASUS Fonepad\u2122 is a competitively priced 7-inch Phablet with 3G voice and mobile data for all the telephony features of an Android 4.1 smartphone, with the added convenience of a larger tablet display. Powered by the new Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 Z2420 processor, Fonepad\u2122 features a sleek metallic design that can be held comfortably in one hand, and a vibrant HD IPS display with wide viewing angles and outstanding clarity. Fonepad\u2122 will be available in 8GB capacity and will feature a microSD slot for up to 32GB additional storage, and up to nine hours battery life.<\/p>\n

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About ASUS<\/strong><\/p>\n

ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world\u2019s best-selling, most award-winning, motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today\u2019s digital home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets and smartphones. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won\u00a04,168 awards in 2012 and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC\u2122. ASUS has more than\u00a012,500\u00a0employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of\u00a03,800\u00a0engineers. Company revenue for 2011 was approximately\u00a0US$11.9 billion and as of September 2012, the brand is estimated to be worth US$1.662 billion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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