Asus Zenfone 10 Adds Wireless Charging & Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0 to Compact Form Factor

The Asus Zenfone 10 has been officially announced, bringing several significant improvements compared to its predecessor. While it may appear identical from the front, closer examination reveals various updates.

The device is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, offering up to 16GB of RAM. This chipset delivers a 15% increase in computing speed, 20% faster gaming performance, and, importantly, 15% better efficiency.

The improved efficiency contributes to a nearly 13% increase in battery endurance for the Zenfone 10’s 4,300mAh battery. Addressing one of the main criticisms of the Zenfone 9, Asus has added support for 15W Qi wireless charging, while retaining the existing 30W HyperCharge wired charging.

The front of the device still features a 5.9-inch 1080x2400px AMOLED display, but it now boasts a 144Hz refresh rate. However, the highest refresh rate is reserved for gaming, while the display mostly functions at a 120Hz refresh rate. This feature keeps the Zenfone 10 in the exclusive group of compact flagship phones available in the market.

The display is calibrated to DCI-P3, offers color accuracy below 1 Delta-E, reaches peak brightness of 1100 nits, and features Gorilla Glass Victus protection. Asus has made slight changes to the rear design, but the nametag, similar to the Zenfone 9, remains.

Asus has introduced two new color options, Eclipse Red and Aurora Green, alongside the existing Midnight Black, Comet White, and Starry Blue palettes. The camera setup has also been updated, featuring a 50MP 1/1.56-inch main sensor with a 24mm f/1.9 lens, which now incorporates the second-generation 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilization.

The device also includes a 12MP ultrawide camera and a 32MP front-facing camera. While the ultrawide and front cameras no longer offer autofocus, Asus promises significant improvements in night mode photography with the new camera system.

The gimbal technology on which the main camera is mounted provides impressive stabilization, building upon the already steady Zenfone 9. This system utilizes the gyroscope to detect camera shake, engaging both electronic and optical image stabilization to slightly move the image, resulting in an overall steady shot. The Adaptive EIS feature selects the optimal field of view based on the shot and can crop further if necessary to provide the best possible stability.

The Zenfone 10 leverages its gimbal system to enable Light Trail mode, allowing handheld capture of traffic trails, light graffiti, long-exposure waterfall images, and photos of people in motion. In terms of packaging, the Asus Zenfone 10 comes in an environmentally-conscious box made from recycled paper and soy ink, without the use of adhesive. Inside the box, you’ll find the Zenfone 10, a USB-C cable, a 30W charger, and a bumper case.

Asus is making the Zenfone 10 available for purchase on its website and through selected retail partners, starting today. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage is priced at €799. Doubling the storage to 256GB raises the price to €849, while the 16GB/256GB variant is priced at €929. A 16GB/512GB model is also expected, but pricing for that configuration has yet to be confirmed.

Published on 07/9/23 12:24 | by Rawa John

Asus Zenfone 10 Launching on 29th June

Asus has finally announced the official launch date for its highly anticipated Zenfone 10. The compact flagship smartphone will make its debut on Thursday, June 29 at 3 PM CEST time (1 PM UTC). The event will be livestreamed on YouTube, and the video is already available for public viewing.

The Zenfone 10 event landing page showcases a series of teaser videos that reveal some key specifications of the phone. These include a 5.9-inch screen size, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, a second-generation six-axis gimbal stabilization system, and the inclusion of wireless charging. It’s worth noting that wireless charging was absent in the previous Zenfone 9 model.

Additionally, the teasers also hint at new color options, with green being prominently featured. It is expected that more teasers will be released leading up to the event, so it is advisable to stay tuned for updates in our news section.

Published on 06/21/23 4:33 | by Rawa John

Asus Zenfone 10 Price Reveal

The Zenfone 9 was unveiled by Asus in July of last year, and if the company follows a similar timeline for its successor, we can expect the arrival of the Zenfone 10 in a couple of months. While Asus hasn’t officially announced the launch date for the Zenfone 10, there seems to have been an inadvertent revelation of its price.

Asus has created a page on its official website for blind camera testing of the Zenfone 10 and to gather feedback from participants. Those taking part in the program will have an opportunity to win a free Zenfone 10 after its release. According to the terms and conditions of this promotional activity, the approximate retail value of the Asus Zenfone 10 is stated as USD 749.

Although Asus has not provided details regarding the memory configuration of the Zenfone 10 that will be awarded to the winners, it remains uncertain if this approximate retail value of $749 applies to the base model or a different variant.

Having said that, the Zenfone 10 made an appearance on Geekbench last month, showcasing a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, 16GB of RAM, and running Android 13. Rumors suggest that the smartphone will feature a 6.3-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, storage options up to 256GB, and a 200MP primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS).

It is also expected to have an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, a 5,000 mAh battery with 67W fast charging, and be available in three different color choices. More information about the Asus Zenfone 10 is likely to be revealed in the upcoming weeks.

Published on 06/6/23 7:21 | by Rawa John