ASUS announces ZenFone 4, ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 6

ASUS recently announced ZenFone, a brand new high-value smartphone series that offers a choice of screen sizes ranging from 4 to 6 inches and is available in an array of striking colors — meaning there’s a ZenFone for everyone. More details after the jump.

ZenFone also introduces ASUS ZenUI, an exciting new user interface that’s exclusive to ASUS smart devices. With simplified icons and menus, a selection of themes beautifully designed to match the device colors and a clever “What’s Next” feature that helps users keep track of their lives, ZenUI is the irresistible front end that proves fantastic functionality can have a friendly face.

ASUS ZenFone 4: Thin, light and powerful for energetic lifestyles
ZenFone 4 features a bright 4-inch display and a very responsive dual-core 1.2GHz Intel Atom Z2520 processor with Quad-Thread Hyper-Threading Technology — making this a smartphone that never leaves the user waiting for a response.

ZenFone 4 is a great-value smartphone that features two built-in cameras including a high quality 5-megapixel main camera for capturing life’s moments, a slim and lightweight design along with five vibrant colors — Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, Sky Blue, Solar Yellow that make a personality statement.

ASUS ZenFone 4 Specifications
4-inch WVGA (800x480) TFT display, 233ppi
1.2GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2520 processor
PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU
Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
1GB of RAM
Up to 64GB micro SD card
5MP rear camera (NO LED flash)
VGA (0.3MP) front-facing camera
GSM/GPRS/EDGE; WCDMA/HSPA+
DC-HSPA+ (DL/UL): 42/5.76 Mbps
Integrated 802.11b/g/n; Wi-Fi Direct
Li-Ion 1170mAh battery
124.4 x 61.4 x 11.2mm (dimension)
115g (weight)

ASUS ZenFone 5: Combines a spacious HD display with a highly portable design
ZenFone 5 features a bright and clear 5-inch IPS panel that delivers a superb high-definition display in a stunning thin and lightweight design for easy portability. Exclusive ASUS PenTouch and GloveTouch technologies increase ZenFone 5’s display sensitivity, making it possible to use the device with any stylus or even a gloved hand so frustrations about how and when users can interact with their phones become outdated.

ZenFone 5 has a fast, energy-efficient Intel Atom Z2580 processor running at 2GHz that provides instantaneous responses and excellent gameplay. ZenFone 5 also benefits from a brilliant 8-megapixel PixelMaster main camera with image stabilization and a backside-illumination (BSI) sensor and wide-aperture f/2.0 lens with exclusive ASUS PixelMaster technology. This allows users to capture digital photographs that match those snapped by many dedicated digital cameras. Its 2-megapixel front camera takes sharp photos and provides high-quality video chat sessions.

ZenFone 5 is available in four statement colors that express your personality — Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, and Champagne Gold.

ASUS ZenFone 5 Specifications
5-inch HD (1280x720) IPS display, 294ppi
2GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor
PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU
Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
1GB of RAM
Up to 64GB micro SD card
8MP rear camera with LED flash
1080p video recording @30fps
2MP front-facing camera
GSM/GPRS/EDGE; WCDMA/HSPA+
DC-HSPA+ (DL/UL): 42/5.76 Mbps
Integrated 802.11b/g/n; Wi-Fi Direct
Li-Ion 2,050mAh battery
148.2 x 72.8 x 10.3mm (dimension)
144g (weight)

ASUS ZenFone 6: Perfectly blends entertainment on a beautiful 6-inch HD screen
ZenFone 6 also offers a brilliant 6” HD display and features GloveTouch and PenTouch technologies so users can operate the device with gloved hands or any stylus. It also has a powerful and responsive Intel Atom Z2580 processor running at 2GHz.

ZenFone 6’s large screen is complemented by ASUS SonicMaster audio technology with virtual surround sound via headphones for a truly immersive entertainment experience when watching movies, listening to music or playing games.

ZenFone 6 also includes a 13-megapixel main camera that features exclusive ASUS PixelMaster technology, and a 2-megapixel front camera for high-resolution video calls with friends, family and coworkers.

ZenFone 6 is available in the same personality statement colors — Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, and Champagne Gold.

ASUS ZenFone 6 Specifications
6-inch HD (1280x720) IPS display, 245ppi
2GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor
PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU
Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
1GB of RAM
Up to 64GB micro SD card
13MP rear camera with LED flash
1080p video recording @30fps
2MP front-facing camera
GSM/GPRS/EDGE; WCDMA/HSPA+
DC-HSPA+ (DL/UL): 42/5.76 Mbps
Integrated 802.11b/g/n; Wi-Fi Direct
Li-Ion 3,230mAh battery
166.9 x 84.3 x 9.9mm (dimension)
200g (weight)

Pricing and Availability
The new ASUS ZenFone 4 will be sold for $99, ZenFone 5 for $149 and ZenFone 6 for $199 once they becomes available in the market. Speaking of availability, ASUS has yet to disclose when these ZenFones will hit the shelves.

Source: ASUS

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