We first heard about the new Asus Padfone E back in December when the device appeared in the Bluetooth SIG. Asus has now made their latest Padfone official in Taiwan.
The Asus Padfone E comes with a 4.7 inch smartphone that has a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels and a 10 inch tablet dock that features a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels.
Under the hood of the Asus Padfone E, we have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor and 1GB of RAM. The handset also features 16GB of built-in storage, which should be sufficient for most users’ apps, photos, and other data needs. However, for those who require more storage, it would be beneficial to know if the device supports expandable storage via microSD cards.
Camera and Connectivity
The Asus Padfone E also comes with a 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera, which is suitable for video calls and basic selfies. While this might seem modest compared to the high-resolution cameras found on many modern smartphones, it is adequate for everyday use. The device also includes WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, ensuring that users can stay connected to the internet and other devices with ease.
The smartphone part of the device features a 1,820 mAh battery, which should provide a decent amount of usage time for daily activities such as browsing the web, checking emails, and making calls. The tablet dock, on the other hand, comes with a significantly larger 5,000 mAh battery. This larger battery capacity is designed to support the bigger screen and extended usage time when the smartphone is docked into the tablet.
Pricing and Availability
The Asus Padfone E will retail for the equivalent of $560 in Taiwan. This price point positions it as a mid-range device, offering a unique combination of smartphone and tablet functionality at a relatively affordable price. As of now, there are no details on whether Asus plans to launch the device in the US and Europe. However, given the growing interest in hybrid devices, it would not be surprising to see the Padfone E make its way to other markets in the near future.
We are expecting to see a number of new devices from Asus at Mobile World Congress 2014 next month, and we are expecting to see the new Asus Padfone E being shown off at MWC. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for Asus to showcase the Padfone E’s features and capabilities to a global audience, potentially increasing its appeal and market reach.
The Asus Padfone E represents an innovative approach to mobile technology, combining the convenience of a smartphone with the larger screen and extended battery life of a tablet. This hybrid device could be particularly appealing to users who want the best of both worlds without having to carry two separate devices. As we await further announcements from Asus, it will be interesting to see how the Padfone E is received by consumers and whether it will inspire similar hybrid devices from other manufacturers.
Source Liliputing
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