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ASUS rolls out Android 11 update for Zenfone 7, 7 Pro
ASUS has started rolling out the Android 11 update for its Zenfone 7 series of smartphones, which includes the Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro. To recall, the devices were launched in August 2020, and are now receiving their first major OS update. At the moment, the update seems to be limited to Taiwan but it is likely to roll out in other regions in the coming weeks.
ASUS’ Zenfone 7 series are one of the rare devices that come with a flip-camera setup. The latest development was announced by ASUS on March 25. It revealed that the Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro are now receiving the Android 11 update in Taiwan. It is rolling out in batches. The update comes with build number 30.40.30.93 for both the devices. Moreover, it brings the March 2021 Android security patch to the phones. The new update also brings a range of changes alongside some Zen UI changes.
The Android 11 update for Zenfone 7 series comes three months after the official rollout of the same update for the predecessor, ASUS 6z.
For the unaware, the ASUS Zenfone 7 features a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. In the optics department, you get a 64MP primary camera, an 8MP telephoto lens and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera. It doesn’t come with a selfie shooter since the cameras are flippable. Further, the device packs a 5,000mAh battery.
On the other hand, the ASUS Zenfone 7 Pro comes with some of the same features, including the Supaer AMOLED display as well as the 5,000mAh battery and the same camera setup, which includes a 64MP primary rear camera. However, under the hood lies a Snapdragon 865+ chipset.
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ASUS Zenfone 7 series goes official, retains the flip camera setup
ASUS has announced its flagship Zenfone 7 series. The ASUS Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro feature a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen with 90Hz refresh rate, DC Dimming and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection. While the vanilla variant is powered by Snapdragon 865, the Pro model comes with Snapdragon 865+ SoC. They run ZenUI 7 based on Android 10.
ASUS says that the Flip Camera in ZenFone 7 has a new, 40% smaller, yet more powerful stepper motor and the angle sensor has offers more precise 0.5-degree steps control of the flip angle. Further, it can memorize your three favorite flip positions for quick angle switching.
ASUS Zenfone 7 series specifications
- 6.67-inch (2400 × 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 90Hz AMOLED HDR 20:9 aspect ratio display, 110% DCI-P3, 105% NTSC color gamut, 700 nits brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection
- ZenFone 7 Pro – Snapdragon 865 Plus
- ZenFone 7 – Snapdragon 865
- ZenFone 7 Pro – 8GB LPDDR5 RAM with 512GB (UFS 3.1) storage, expandable memory up to 2TB with microSD
- ZenFone 7 – 6GB/ 8GB LPDDR5 RAM with 128GB (UFS 3.1) storage, expandable memory up to 2TB with microSD
- 64MP camera with Sony IMX686 sensor, 0.8μm pixel size, f/1.8 aperture, 4-axis OIS (only in 7 Pro), 12MP ultra-wide camera with Sony IMX363 sensor, f/2.2 aperture, 4cm macro mode, 8MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, up to 12x digital zoom, 4-axis OIS (only in 7 Pro), 8k video at 30 fps, 4k at 60fps, 4k ultra-wide, slow-motion 4K at 120 fps, 1080p at 240fps
- USB Type-C Hi-Res audio, 5-magnet stereo speaker with dual NXP TFA9874 smart amplifier, Triple microphones with ASUS Noise Reduction Technology
- Side-mounted fingerprint recognition sensor
- Android 10 with ZenUI 7
- Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD)
- Dimensions: 165.08×77.28×9.6mm; Weight: 230g
- 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS/GLONASS/Beidou, Galileo(E1+E5a), QZSS(L1+L5), NavIC(L5), USB Type-C, NFC
- 5000mAh with 30W fast charging, supports up to 30W QC4.0 / PD3.0 / Direct Charge adapter
The ASUS Zenfone 7 is priced at NT$21,999 (US$ 749) for the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage variant, while the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage version costs NT$23,999 (US$ 817). On the other hand, the Zenfone 7 Pro costs NT$27,990 (US$ 953) for the 8GB RAM with 512GB storage version. Both the phones are available to order in Taiwan starting today.
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ASUS Zenfone 7 leaked images confirm flip triple camera setup
ASUS will be announcing the Zenfone 7 series on August 26. It is likely to launch two models, Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro. Now, live images of the vanilla Zenfone 7 have leaked online. They confirm the presence of a flip-camera setup. There will be three cameras situated in the module and a forth sensor sitting at the back.
The ASUS Zenfone 7 is said to feature a 6.4-inch LCD display supplied by BOE. It could come with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate. Further, the phone will feature a fingerprint scanner supplied by Goodix. It could be situated either on the rear or the side of the device.
As previously rumored, the ASUS Zenfone 7 is tipped to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC. Moreover, it is rumored to have support for a MicroSD card that is believed will sit in a triple card SIM tray. The phone is said to sport a triple flip camera setup of a 64MP Sony IMX686 main camera + a 12MP IMX363 ultrawide angle camera + a ToF camera. It could pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for fast charging.
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ASUS Zenfone 7 Pro pricing could put OnePlus to shame
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ASUS will be announcing the Zenfone 7 series on August 26. The company is said to be preparing two models, Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro for its next flagship series. Now, the price of the Pro variant has leaked online. As per leakster Roland Quandt, it will cost €550 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. Plus, it is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 865 Plus SoC.
According to Quandt, there will also be a 6/128 GB version priced at €500. The price is far less than OnePlus’ 2020 offerings. ASUS could capture OnePlus‘ market with aggressive pricing. Earlier today, the company confirmed that its next flagship lineup will retain the fan-favorite flip camera setup.
Meanwhile, the ASUS Zenfone 7 is tipped be powered by Snapdragon 865 SoC and cost lesser. According to the NCC certification, the ASUS device with model number ZS670KS will feature a 6.7-inch display. Connectivity options could include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.0, and NFC. The Zenfone 7 could pack a 4,115mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging.
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ASUS Zenfone 7 will retain the flip-camera setup
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ASUS Zenfone 7 series was recently announced to be launching in Taiwan on August 26. Now, the Dutch handle of the company has revealed that the Zenfone 7 will feature a flip-camera setup like its predecessor. The teaser video carries a phrase in German saying, “Flip Deine Welt.” This translates to “Flip your world” in English. Hence, it will come with a full-screen display.
ASUS is said to be preparing two models for its Zenfone 7 series. ASUS Zenfone 7 could be powered by Snapdragon 865 SoC while the Zenfone 7 Pro could run on Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset. According to the NCC certification, the new ASUS device with model number ZS670KS will feature a 6.7-inch display.
Further, the upcoming phone is tipped to come with up to 512GB of onboard storage. Connectivity options could include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.0, and NFC. The Zenfone 7 could pack a 4,115mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging.
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ASUS Zenfone 7 series launch date is finally here
ASUS Zenfone 7 series is launching on August 26. The company announced the development through its Taiwanese YouTube channel. While the launch will be limited to Taiwan, we can expect the phones to go global soon after.
ASUS is said to be preparing two models for its Zenfone 7 series. ASUS Zenfone 7 could be powered by Snapdragon 865 SoC while the Zenfone 7 Pro could run on Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset. According to the NCC certification, the new ASUS device with model number ZS670KS will feature a 6.7-inch display.
Further, it tips that the upcoming phone will come with up to 512GB of onboard storage. Connectivity options could include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.0, and NFC. The Zenfone 7 could pack a 4,115mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging.
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ASUS might use different Qualcomm chipsets inside the ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro
ASUS’ upcoming flagship duo – the ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro – were recently spotted on Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC) as well as TUV Rheinland websites. Now, leaked kernel source code has revealed a piece of startling information – ASUS might use a different chipset inside the ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro.
As per the code that was accessed by the folks over at GSMArena, two different sets of core clock speeds were spotted – 2.84 GHz and 3.09 GHz – for different ZenFone 7 models. Now, the former is the peak clock speed of the vanilla Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, while the latter is associated with the freshly launched Snapdragon 865+ SoC.
It appears that Asus is looking to truly differentiate between the two upcoming ZenFone 7 models by equipping them with a different chipset that varies in terms of their processing power. As per a previous report, the ZenFone 7 line-up will break cover later this month, but so far, an official launch confirmation is yet to arrive from the company itself.
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ASUS ZenFone 7, 7 Pro will reportedly retain the flip camera but will pack more lenses
ASUS has not launched a flagship phone in a while, as the last one to come out of its assembly line was the ZenFone 6 that made its debut in May last year. It appears the wait will end soon. As per a new report from TNNToday, ASUS is preparing not one, but two flagship smartphones for 2020 in the ZenFone 7 series.
The report claims that ASUS is gearing up to launch the ZenFone 7 and a more powerful version called ZenFone 7 Pro. Notably, the ZenFone 7 duo will be cheaper than the gaming-centric ROG Phone 3, which is set to launch later this month on July 22. Talking about the ZenFone 7 pair, they will retain the flip camera design that we saw on the ZenFone 6, but there will be more cameras on the rotating module this time around.
The ZenFone 7 and 7 Pro will reportedly be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chip ticking alongside up to 16GB of RAM. Notably, the upcoming ASUS flagships will finally switch to an in-display fingerprint sensor and 5G support will be there on the table as well. Unfortunately, there is no word on a launch date yet.
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