The company ASUS has just announced that it is launching three very interesting models onto the market, since all of them include an operating system Android 4.4.2 and, in addition, they have processors inside that use 64-bit architecture, manufactured by the Intel company.
All of them are tablets, ranging from seven to eight inches, so it is with that product range that they should be compared. By the way, these devices have been known in the framework of the fair Computex which is being held right now.
One of the models is the ASUS Fonepad 8. The processor that integrates this device is a Intel Atom Z3560 which operates at a frequency of 1,8 GHz and has four cores. In terms of connectivity, apart from the usual WiFi, there is also the possibility of using the 3G. Its eight-inch screen has a resolution 1.280 x 800 and is IPS type (by the way, the panel of this model occupies a total of 72,2% of the front, so the use of this is maximum with its 5 millimeter frames). In addition, it incorporates front speaker with SonicMaster sound and cameras 5 SM y 2 SM, a set that rounds out its multimedia profile and is available in several colors.
Two new models in the ASUS MeMO range
Yes, there are two devices that have been presented in this product range, and the size of the screen they offer has a big difference, since one is seven and the other eight inches (HD and Full HD respectively). But, as you can see below, there are some more things that make them different.
For example, him ASUS MeMO 7 integrates a processor Intel Atom Z3745 quad-core processor, while the eight-inch device has a Z3580 from the same manufacturer with the same number of cores and operates at a frequency of 2,3 GHz. Therefore, the latter is more powerful. The MeMO Pad 7 retains an IPS panel HD 1280 x 800 and a camera system 5 MP rear y 2 MP front, plus microSD slot to expand storage and a battery around 4.000 mAh Designed to last a day of use. It's available in several color finishes, in keeping with the family's more youthful style.
Some special features of the ASUS MeMO 8 is that this model has compatibility with 4G networks, wireless connectivity is 802.11 ac and is finished in metal, which gives it a much more striking appearance. By the way, the weight of this model is 299 grams and its thickness of only 7,3 mm. To this add a screen Full HD (1.920 x 1.200) with Gorilla Glass 3, 2GB RAM, options of 16 / 32 GB expandable and a powerful graphic PowerVR G6430 which accompanies the Atom Z3580. Connectivity is very complete: LTE, Wi‑Fi ac, NFC, Bluetooth and compatibility with Miracast/DLNA.
ZenUI and software experience
The operating system of these models as we have indicated is 4.4.2 Android KitKat, including its own user interface called ZenUI. This has been redesigned and promises a high execution speed and, of course, a design map which is the one included in the Google development on which it is based. The ZenUI update meant more than 1.000 settings visual and functional, modern iconography, useful widgets and tools like What's Next y Do it later to manage tasks and information without complications. What is still unknown is the possible smartwatch that this manufacturer is supposed to launch on the market.
Connectivity, audio and autonomy
In terms of connectivity, the family is well covered: from the Fonepad 8 with 3G and SIM for calls, up to the MeMO Pad 8 with LTE and Wi‑Fi 802.11ac. There is no shortage GPS / GLONASS, Bluetooth 4.x and screen mirroring features such as Miracast. The audio is provided by Sonicmaster with stereo speakers, offering a clearer sound than usual in this segment. In terms of battery life, the MeMO Pad 7 is around 4.000 mAh with up to 9 hours of typical use, while the MeMO Pad 8 ups the ante with a capacity of around 4.350 mAh, optimized by the efficiency of the 22nm Atoms.
A note on ASUS Transformer Pad
Along with MeMO and Fonepad, ASUS also showed a Transformer Pad designed for productivity with keyboard dockable, display options HD and Full HD, exits HDMI, Miracast and 64-bit Intel Atom Z3745 processors. It doesn't compete directly with the MeMO/Fonepad in terms of focus, but it helps to understand the ecosystem that ASUS proposes: leisure, mobility and work under Android with low-power x86 hardware.
The new generation of ASUS combines IPS screens well calibrated, Intel processors 64 bits ready for multitasking, connectivity that goes from 3G al LTE and a lightweight and functional ZenUI. If you're looking for a 7- or 8-inch tablet for entertainment, browsing, and light productivity, these options stand out for their balance of features, weight, and price, with the MeMO Pad 8 being the most ambitious option and the Fonepad 8 being the alternative with integrated telephony. Source: ASUS.