New offerings will be on display and available for exclusive hands-on experiences at the ASUS and ROG booths

 ASUS announced its showcase of incredible innovations at Computex 2023, with new laptops, as well as incredible sustainability achievements. At the ASUS and Republic of Gamers (ROG) booths, ASUS showcased a plethora of innovative products for visitors to explore and experience with exclusive hands-on testing. From consumer and business devices to gaming innovations, ASUS has everyone covered.

ASUS also showcased its latest sustainability achievements towards achieving net zero emissions as well as how it integrates sustainable parameters within its product designs. Visitors will be able to learn more about the new ASUS Carbon Partner Services that enable customers to offset the carbon emissions associated with their ASUS products and contribute towards a more sustainable future.

Visitors can expect to see exciting laptops such as Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) and ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403), both featuring stunning OLED displays for vivid and lifelike visuals.

Lastly, visitors will be able to see a range of exciting novelties, including the ASUS BR1402F laptop, the world’s first 14-inch 2-in-1 rugged laptop for education.

For gamers, ROG showcased multiple gaming innovations, including gaming laptops, and more. But the innovation doesn’t stop there, there is also ROG’s intelligent cooling technology and exciting Nebula HDR display. Visitors will also be able to experience hands-on testing of the new ROG

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The ASUS and ROG Computex 2023 booths are located at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Hall 1, 4F, booth number M0510 (ASUS) and M0810 (ROG) and will be open from May 30 to June 2 from 9:30am to 17:30pm.

ASUS BOOTH HIGHLIGHTS

Making sustainability a priority

ASUS is fully committed to sustainability and continuously searches for innovative methods to decrease its environmental footprint and achieve a net-zero impact and develop a net-zero enterprise that supports a circular economy and a responsible supply chain. By 2035, the company aims to have 100% renewable energy use across all its global operations and achieve net zero by 2050. Additionally, throughout 2022 ASUS laptops exceeded ENERGY STAR® efficiency standards by an average of 34%, and ASUS was listed in the 2023 Corporate Knights Clean200 Index.

To further its net-zero roadmap, ASUS has expanded its range of eco-friendly products, including the world’s first commercial carbon footprint and carbon-neutral laptop, ExpertBook B9 (B9400), and the world’s slimmest OLED laptop, Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304), which is also carbon neutral. These products incorporate multiple environmentally friendly materials and use nature-based carbon credits to offset residual emissions.

During Computex 2023, ASUS unveiled its latest initiative – ASUS Carbon Partner Services enables commercial customers to offset carbon emissions associated with their ASUS products. The service provides an end-to-end delivery service, with reliable quality, accountability, assurance, transparency, flexibility, and competitive pricing. Initially, the service will focus on commercial notebooks and desktops, starting with the ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403) and D9 Series (D900MDR and D900SDR).

ASUS is proud to showcase its commitment to sustainability, featuring two carbon neutral laptops and a range of environmentally friendly products.

Cutting-edge commercial solutions

At this year’s Computex event, ASUS highlighted a range of impressive commercial solutions designed to meet the needs of modern businesses. Among the highlights are the ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403) and ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602) laptops, both of which offer top-of-the-line performance and sleek, professional designs. ExpertBook B9 OLED boasts a 14-inch OLED display with a 2.8K resolution, making it perfect for professionals who demand exceptional image quality. With a weight of just 990 g and a slim 15.78 mm profile, it is highly portable and easy to carry around. ExpertBook B5 OLED, on the other hand, is designed for professionals who need a reliable laptop for everyday use. Weighing merely 1.4 kg, ExpertBook B5 OLED is the world’s lightest 16-inch business laptop, featuring a 4K OLED display, and powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor.

Ideal for education and built with flexibility in mind, ASUS BR1402F is the world’s first 14-inch 2-in-1 rugged laptop for education. Designed for K-12 students, this device boasts a rugged 14-inch form factor with protective features, upgradable memory and storage, a technician-friendly modular design, a touchscreen panel, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard protection, and easy-charging USB-C® ports for uninterrupted learning.

Complete lineup of thin-and-light laptops with new user-friendly technologies

ASUS once again demonstrates its commitment to delivering innovation and cutting-edge technology with the latest Zenbook and Vivobook series laptops.

Among the standouts is the latest innovation in laptop displays — ASUS Lumina OLED technology, which offers unprecedented visual quality. This new display name standardizes highly crafted solutions around the best OLED experience. Its name also highlights the unique advantages of ASUS OLED displays, which provide a superior visual experience that goes beyond the standard of traditional OLED displays. ASUS Lumina OLED is now available in all ASUS 2023 OLED models.

Among the most impressive thin-and-light models presented during Computex 2023, Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) — the world’s slimmest OLED laptop — is carbon neutral and weighs only 1 kg with a thickness of 1 cm. It features a revolutionary Plasma Ceramic Aluminum lid that provides wear resistance, corrosion protection, and thermal management. It has a 16:10 2.8K OLED NanoEdge display with Dolby Vision, Pantone Validated color rendering, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification, and a long-lasting 63 Wh battery.

ASUS also showcased its young, trendy, thin, and light OLED laptops including ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED (K5504). These colorful models feature lightweight designs and are powered by Intel® Core™ i9-13900H processors able to handle any task. Vivobook S 15 OLED is Intel Evo™ certified, providing long-lasting battery life, speedy connectivity, and all the essential features for everyday living. These laptops are available in a variety of finishes and are built for easy portability, with a 2.8K 120 Hz OLED HDR NanoEdge display, up to 88% screen-to-body ratio panels, and Harman Kardon-certified audio system. Vivobook S 15 OLED also comes in an upcoming exclusive BAPE® Edition, a special collaboration between ASUS and legendary streetwear brand A Bathing Ape®. This limited-edition laptop bundle will release later in 2023 and combines the Vivobook vibrant style with the BAPE iconic aesthetic, featuring exclusive camo designs and accompanying accessories. At the booth, design hints of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED BAPE® Edition will be revealed for the very first time before launch in Q3.

ASUS has partnered with Dirac on the Vivobook series to deliver superior sound for everyone. The Dirac-designed audio system delivers an immersive, clear, and balanced sound experience, unleashing the full audio potential of the laptops with a wider and deeper soundscape.

To ensure long-lasting value, reliability, and durability, all new ASUS consumer laptop models in 2023 and beyond will undergo rigorous MIL-STD 810H US military-grade testing, encompassing 12 test methods and 26 test procedures. These laptops are built to withstand the toughest conditions, setting a new standard in durability for the consumer laptop market.

ASUS solutions for creators

ASUS is revolutionizing the world of content creation with its Creator Solutions lineup, featuring a full suite of powerful creator solutions – all designed to bring creative visions to life.

Included in these solutions is ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED (H7604) — the world’s first 3D OLED creator mobile workstation — with a stepped-hinge design enabling slimmer screen bezels, rear air vents, and a lay-flat screen that can be viewed from any angle. Its glasses-free 3D OLED display makes creating 3D content faster and more intuitive, while Spatial Vision technology converts 2D visual content to 3D in real-time. This technology provides glasses-free 3D OLED displays with built-in eye-tracking, delivering an unmatched 3D experience that incorporates breakthrough optical and real-time rendering technology, as well as exclusive software tools.

ASUS also introduced the upgraded ASUS Control Panel, the enhanced and customizable software for creators. With a new user interface, resizable layout, and integration with various apps, Control Panel offers more possibilities for enhancing creative work. It automatically switches profiles when launching specific applications, now extending beyond Adobe apps to include Microsoft Office, Spotify, YouTube, browsers, and more. The new Control Panel also expands its support to include all ASUS touch monitors, in addition to ScreenPad Plus laptops and ProArt touch monitors.

Another impressive thin-and-light solution for creators is Zenbook Pro 16X OLED (UX7602BZ) – the most powerful Zenbook yet thanks to its partnership with Intel and its ASUS Supernova System-on-Module (SoM) design. Zenbook Pro 16X OLED boasts a world-leading 16:10 3.2K 120 Hz OLED HDR NanoEdge touchscreen, and the Active Aerodynamic System Ultra (AAS Ultra) mechanism powers the auto-tilting keyboard that ensures a comfortable typing angle and enhances system cooling for maximum performance. 

Healthcare solutions for a smarter, healthier future

The newest ASUS laptops feature ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus silver-ion coating utilizing Ishizuka Glass’ IONPURE antimicrobial agent. This innovative coating has been proven to inhibit the spread of 99% of viruses and bacteria, including COVID-19, over a 24-hour period. Rigorously tested against viruses such as Influenza A (H3N2) and H1N1, it adheres to ISO 21702 and ISO 22196 testing protocols, ensuring a more hygienic user experience and peace of mind.

ROG BOOTH HIGHLIGHTS

Gaming solutions for every type of gamer

For Computex 2023, ROG showcased a wide range of gaming solutions spanning all categories, from desktops and laptops to smartphones, monitors, peripherals, and components.

One of the most exciting releases from ROG this year is the ROG Ally (RC71L) gaming handheld. Powered by up to an AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Extreme processor and featuring a 120 Hz FHD (1080p) panel with AMD FreeSync Premium support, the ROG Ally can run AAA and indie titles with ease. It also comes equipped with 16 GB of high speed LPDDR5 6400 MHz memory, 512 GB of PCIe Gen 4 storage, and a UHS-II microSD card reader to further expand its storage capacity. Additionally, the ROG Ally features ROG’s Zero Gravity thermal system, which uses a dual-fan system with ultra-thin heatsink fins and high-friction heat pipes to ensure the Ally stays cool in any orientation. Available worldwide at just US$699, the ROG Ally comes bundled with a three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, giving gamers access to hundreds of titles the moment they unbox the machine. The ROG Ally can also be paired with an XG Mobile external GPU, sporting up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU. With its monster specs and partnerships with industry leaders, the ROG Ally is poised to be the ultimate handheld gaming machine.

For gamers looking for ultimate performance on the go, the ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834) is a gaming powerhouse designed for esports enthusiasts, featuring an 18-inch Nebula Display with up to QHD 240 Hz. The laptop is powered by up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processors with 24 cores and 32 threads and up to a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU. The ROG Intelligent Cooling uses Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the CPU and GPU, Tri-Fan technology, and full-surround vents to ensure that the ROG Strix SCAR 18 has the best performance, even under heavy workloads.

Another exciting product available at the ROG booth is the ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02, the result of this second collaboration between ROG and ACRONYM, a pioneer in the technical-apparel industry. The ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02 offers ultra-versatile gaming that can adapt to any scenario. The device has a built-in carry system and stabilized grips for use on the go and can transform into both a traditional laptop form factor and a tablet mode, with an integrated kickstand. ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02 can also be paired with the ROG XG Mobile, an external graphics card featuring a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 that boosts performance even further.

Starting in 2015, ROG embarked on a journey, utilizing visuals, artwork, lore, and animations in product and brand videos, to gradually construct a dystopian cyberpunk world known as the ROG SAGA. This fictional universe has evolved into ROG’s own intellectual property, reflecting our vision in the real world.

On show at the ROG Computex Booth, RE:SET serves as the introduction to our cinematic film series, embodying ROG’s motto of For Those Who Dare while intricately exploring the story of each character in the ROG SAGA universe. Through engaging character interactions, fans get to see the unwavering friendship of these heroes as they face challenges together. This film lays the groundwork for the future sequel to come and will have its debut at the ROG booth, accompanied by ROG SAGA visuals showcased in a gallery on the second floor.

With these new additions, ROG continues to set the standard for PC gaming, promising the best possible gaming experience for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED forefronts the 2023 Zenbook series, adhering to ASUS’ commitment to creating products that minimize environmental impact

ASUS introduced three new ultra-thin and light Zenbook laptops, Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304), Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404), and Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404), during the Zenbook OLED Series: Incredibly Slim and More event on May 18, 2023.

This new Zenbook lineup is redefining the meaning of ultraportable, a new chapter in Zenbook’s heritage that boasts ultra-thin and light features, powerful and uncompromised performance with the industry-leading 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor with Intel® Evo™ verification, vibrant ASUS Lumina OLED display, durable Military Grade Standard,  and a leap to the next generation of eco-friendly and sustainable technological advancements.

“The new 2023 Zenbook series offers incredible and uncompromised performance designed to empower every Filipino individual to help them achieve their goals. We are confident that the 2023 Zenbook series can provide more with less harm to our environment, adhering to the Zenbook heritage and taking ASUS to a brand new milestone, says ASUS Philippines Country Manager George Su”.

Incredibly Slim and Vibrant Lumina OLED for all

The new 2023 Zenbook series features the new ASUS Lumina OLED Display. It promises a more accurate, adaptive, and reliable laptop experience while giving a visual marvel experience. In addition, users can activate the ASUS OLED Care screensaver to prevent OLED screen aging using the MyASUS app.

ASUS Lumina OLED technology is available and exclusive across the new ASUS Zenbook series. It lets you enjoy an incredible viewing experience with a high contrast ratio, deeper blacks, fast response time, and a 70% less blue light reduction that protects users from eye strain. To know more about the benefits of this technology, check it here Why ASUS Lumina OLED.

Incredibly Slim for every new gen of Filipino individual

Perfect for on-the-go professionals, the ultra-thin and light Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) is the world’s slimmest OLED ultraportable laptop weighing only 1 kilogram with a 1-centimeter thin body.

With the growing trend for work and life balance, this new Zenbook was designed to have a sophisticated ceramic-coated look and feel, ideal for people needing a reliable, attractive, and timeless device anywhere and any time of the day. Slim as a pen, the new Zenbook S 13 OLED is 30% slimmer with more features to give the best user experience, using fewer materials as compared to the previous models.

Adhering to ASUS’ philosophy of responsible innovation, ASUS is also joining the movement and leaping to produce sustainable devices in the long run. The all-new Zenbook S 13 OLED uses recycled materials in its design, including post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics, post-industrial recycled (PIR) aluminum, and PIR magnesium alloy.

This device is the most eco-friendly Zenbook ever made, reducing its carbon footprint by 50%. To complement its longer product life cycle, the packaging of this new Zenbook is 100% recyclable with reusable and compostable materials.

As a commitment to do more with less through the Zenbook series, ASUS is joining forces with CORA Philippines, a non-profit organization founded by celebrity and United Nations Goodwill Ambassador Antoinette Taus. CORA is dedicated to creating sustainable programs that help solve issues centered on poverty, hunger, inequality, and climate change that directly affects underprivileged Filipinos. With this partnership, ASUS and CORA aim to promote the importance of creating sustainable programs to conserve the environment and the lives of future Filipinos through a series of activities.

The Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) comes in an eco-friendly Basalt Gray color with a starting price of PHP 79,995.00. It will be available with up to Intel® Core™ i7 processor,16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage.

Incredibly Slim for every multi-talented individual

Truly a unique laptop that could give a versatile performance, the new Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) would suit you, whether you’re masculine or feminine, because of its convertible and stylish design.

This new Zenbook is the most versatile and incredibly slim with its thin and light form factor. It is capable of a 360° hinge that allows the device in four different modes: Laptop, Tent, Stand, or Tablet, which offers users a wide range of options to work or relax anytime.

Content sharing will now be easier and faster with the Tablet Mode, keeping up with the demands of the digital world can be faster using the Stand Mode, convenience is within your fingertips because of the Laptop Mode, and relaxing after a long day is now possible because of the Tent Mode.

The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED also features a touchscreen ASUS Lumina OLED display. making this device a truly reliable work partner. Upon purchase, the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED will also come with an ASUS Pen 2.0 to replicate the natural feeling of having a real-life pen.

The ASUS 2.0 produces the finest lines and the broadest brush strokes on sketches, and it will also be easier and faster to work or present anytime time of the day.

The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) comes in a premium Ponder Blue color, and it will be available with a starting price of PHP 74,995.00. It will be available with up to an Intel® Core™ i7 processor,16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage.

Incredibly Slim and compact for every creative digital nomad

One of the winning products during the 2023 Red Dot Product design, the new Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404) is a compact, thin and light creator laptop packed with features a creative professional needs.

This new creator Zenbook boasts the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 4060 GPU with NVIDIA Studio Drivers for content creators, making it a reliable tool for faster rendering, photo or video editing, and a more efficient multitasking experience.

For a seamless and precise editing experience for creative professionals, this new Zenbook Pro has the ASUS DialPad technology customized for Adobe Creative software, now also compatible with other applications. It also features ASUS IceCool Pro thermal technology to ensure the device stays cool and efficient during heavy-duty applications.

As an additional feature, this new Zenbook Pro Creator laptop will have a dedicated MUX Switch to reduce the latency and increase the response time for 3D applications, and perfect for casual gaming on the side.

The Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404) comes in a premium Tech Black color for PHP 139,995.00. It will be available with an Intel® Core™ i9 processor, 32 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of storage.

Incredibly Slim, powerful, and durable

For an ultimate and powerful laptop experience, these three new Incredibly Slim Zenbook laptops boast an industry-leading 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor and Intel® Evo™ Certification. With this Intel technology, users are assured that they will not experience any hiccups at any time of the day.

The 2023 Zenbook series is ultra-durable. For 2023, ASUS doubled the Military Grade Standard testing, which means these new Zenbook series have a longer lifespan as compared to the previous models. It underwent 26 rigorous and ultra-demanding procedures and 12 testing methods to ensure that the device will survive every environmental condition that you face every day.

Lastly, these new Zenbook laptops will have two years of ASUS Global Warranty, as well as an additional ASUS Platinum Protection warranty for one year starting from the date of purchase, making it perfect for users traveling abroad with their new Zenbooks. ASUS also has 69 service centers nationwide if you ever run into any problems with your new Zenbook.

Availability & Pricing in the Philippines

The all-new 2023 Zenbook series will have a starting price of PHP 74,995.00 and will be available through Home Credit with up to 18 months of flexible payment terms with 0% interest in-store for ASUS Fans. Learn more about these Incredible Slim laptops, you may check the official page of Where to buy: ASUS OLED Laptops, or you may follow the official social media pages of ASUS.

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A redesigned Flow X13 and hardware upgrades for Flow Z13 offer ultra versatility.

• Flow X13 receives new exterior and internals: Redesigned gravity wave lid and a new Nebula Display let this thin-and-light machine shine.
• Flow Z13 debuts with new Nebula Display: Game on the go with new GeForce RTX™ graphics cards and a vivid Nebula Display

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is proud to announce the all-new 2023 Flow laptop lineup. The Flow X13 features an all-new 13-inch Nebula Display for the very first time, as well as a redesigned chassis and upgraded internals. The iconic Flow Z13 also boasts a new 13-inch Nebula Display, and new silicon pushes the boundaries of tablet gaming to new heights.

Fast, Fluid, and Flexible Flow X13

The ROG Flow X13 was the first member of the Flow family, and for 2023, it will also be one of the first machines to feature a 13-inch Nebula Display. This QHD 165 Hz, 16:10 aspect-ratio panel brings incredible immersion in every game thanks to its incredible pixel density and vivid colors. Powered by an AMD Ryzen™ 9 processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, the Flow X13 is a true gaming beast, with horsepower that belies its compact size. In fact, the 2023 ROG Flow X13 is 10 mm smaller than the 2022 model, despite packing upgraded hardware, retaining its 15-inch keyboard layout, and even enlarging the touchpad by 56%. For more power on the go, the battery was increased to 75 Wh. The 2023 Flow X13 also supports up to 130 W charging via its lightweight and portable USB-C® adapter, when gamers do need to recharge.

The exterior was redesigned as well, including a unique new wave pattern design on the aluminum lid. Instead of having a uniform thickness, the waves on the lid now get progressively thicker, alluding to the “gravity wave” inspiration of the Flow series while also providing a texture that adds grip for easy carrying. The display isn’t the only portion of the screen to receive an upgrade — the glass itself has also been improved and now features the brand-new Corning® Gorilla® Glass DXC coating. This coating not only increases surface hardness by 40% to further protect the glass from nicks and scratches during everyday use, but it also reduces glare significantly.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

The ROG Flow X13 will be available in the Philippines this April 2023:

Flow Z13 debuts with new Nebula Display

The ROG Flow Z13, the world’s most powerful gaming tablet/laptop, returns in 2023 to reassert its supremacy, with upgraded components and its very own 13-inch Nebula Display. This QHD 165 Hz, 16:10 aspect ratio panel boasts the same incredible pixel density and vivid colors as the Flow X13 thanks to 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space and is protected by Gorilla Glass DXC from nicks and scratches to the touchscreen. The Flow Z13 is powered by up to an Intel Core i9-13900H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU. A MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus intelligently ensures optimal frame rates when plugged in, and better battery life when untethered, with no manual intervention needed. Native stylus support makes the Flow Z13 a fantastic partner for artists, and tools like NVIDIA Canvas leverage the power of AI to speed up their creative workflow. Access to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is bundled with the Z13, giving gamers access to an ever-growing catalogue of AAA and indie games. The Flow Z13 is the perfect companion for long plane rides and other places where gamers and creators are on the move.

Despite all these upgrades, the Flow Z13 is still incredibly thin and light, measuring in at just 12 mm thick and 1.1 kg in weight. With an included keyboard that doubles as a screen cover, the Z13 is the ultimate lightweight and portable traveling companion. The Z13 also remains deceptively quiet despite its small size, thanks to a custom vapor chamber and Thermal Grizzly liquid metal thermal compound on both the CPU and GPU. With a 170° kickstand, the Z13 is perfect for any scenario, whether gamers need a tablet, controller gaming machine, or full-blown battle station when paired with an ROG XG Mobile external GPU. A built-in 3DNR 5 MP webcam and 13 MP front-facing camera ensure that gamers can capture all of the moments that matter most.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

The ROG Flow Z13 will be available in the Philippines this April 2023:

Head on over to your nearest ASUS and ROG Concept stores to get your next ROG Flow Gaming Laptop. For the complete list of stores: https://asus.me/ASUSPHWhereToBuyLaptopsAndDesktops

For more information on the latest ROG Flow X13 and the ROG Flow Z13 can be found on the following links:

ROG Flow X13 – https://ph.rog.gg/2023FlowX13

ROG Flow Z13 – https://ph.rog.gg/2023FlowZ13

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