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ASUS Malaysia recently released one of the first of their planned 64-bit Intel Atom processor powered tablets with the ASUS Fonepad 7 (FE375CG). The tablet follows the slim bezel 7-inch display design as before while featuring dual-SIM capabilities, 3G connectivity and phone functions. Other tech specs include a 64-bit 1.83GHz Intel Atom Z3560 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB / 16GB storage + 5GB ASUS Webstorage, 7-inch display with 1280 x 800 pixel screen resolution, 5MP PixelMaster rear camera, 2MP front camera and Android 4.4 KitKat. The tablet will feature the ASUS ZenUI and weigh in at just 299g. It is available in black and white for now. The retail pricing according to Dynamics Distribution is set at RM649 but we've seen it being sold on the local market for as low as RM599. The new range of 64-bit Intel Atom processors should bring increased performance and better graphics but we'll be able to say more after we have the review unit for testing. In the meantime, check out the video below:

ASUS Malaysia recently announced that they would hold a roadshow for various ASUS products that would include the ASUS Fonepad 7 (FE170CG), ASUS Transformer Book T100 and ASUS ZenFone smartphones at Centre Court in Mid Valley Megamall from 20 august 2014 to 24 August 2014. The roadshow would include various activities and the chance to redeem ASUS Zen Owl premiums and freebies. In addition, the first 50 customers in the queue on 23 to 24 August will get the chance to purchase certain ASUS products (ASUS Fonepad 7 (FE170CG), ASUS Transformer Book T100, etc.) at just RM1 or get free ASUS accessories. Lucky draw winners who Like the ASUS Facebook Page and fill out the Zen Owl Survey Form may also win either an ASUS Fonepad 7 (FE170CG) tablet or ASUS ZenFone 4 (A450CG) smartphone. Check out the full promo in this article.

Calling all large smartphone fans (especially those looking to replace their current 7-inch smartphones), ASUS Malaysia is now offering their slim and trim 8GB ASUS Fonepad 7 (FE170CG) smartphone for just RM429. The tablet with smartphone capabilities features the new ASUS ZenUI which can be upgraded to Android 4.4 KitKat and connects to 3G at speeds of up to 42Mbps. It supports Dual SIM and offers tech specs which include a 1.2gHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2520 processor, 1GB RAM and for this promotion, 8GB worth of storage. A 2MP rear camera and VGA front camera round up the other features along with GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 and up to 64GB microSD support. The slimmer bezels on this version of the Fonepad 7 make it more compact and easier to carry around while the low promo price of RM429 should be available at the larger stores and authorized distributors here in Malaysia.

ASUS Malaysia recently announced their new refreshed ASUS Fonepad 7 variant for their range of 7-inch tablets with 3G connectivity and phone capabilities. Bearing the model number FE170CG, this Fonepad 7 version offers a number of new features and tech specs over the previous version. This includes a narrower look than before, utilizing slimmer bezels for an overall width of just 11cm so you can hold this new Fonepad 7 in a one-handed grip more comfortably. Featuring the new ASUS ZenUI interface that comes with various other software features the refresh also offers tech specs which include the following:

• 1.2GHz Intel Atom Z2520 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 4GB / 8GB storage + 5GB Life Time ASUS Webstorage + up to 64GB microSD
• 7-inch display (1024 x 600 pixel resolution, anti-fingerprint coating)
• 2MP rear camera (720p video recording, f/2.8 aperture lens) + 0.3MP front camera (f/2.8 aperture lens)
• Supports 3G, HSPA+, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, Miracast, GPS,
• features ASUS SonicMaster audio technology, built-in noise-cancelling digital microphone
• 192 x 110 x 10.7mm | 290g
• Android 4.3 Jelly Bean (upgradeable to Android 4.4 KitKat)

ASUS originally made the announcement for other ASUS FonePad 7 versions at MWC 2014, with the dual-SIM version being one of them. It should appear in Malaysia very soon for RM699. While the overall look and feel is the same, certain other tech specs and features are also different as this dual-SIM version carries a 1.2GHZ Intel Atom Z2520 processor (the earlier ASUS FonePad 7 had a 1.6GHZ Intel Atom Z2560 processor). Storage for the dual-SIM version has also been cut down to 8GB.

The ASUS FonePad 7 is generally known better for it's budget price than for it's performance but the 2014 edition promises to not only fix issues in the previous version but make it even better. Does it manage to do so with flying colours or is it just another slightly above average all-in-one tablet device? Read on and find out in our in-depth review of the ASUS FonePad 7.

ASUS Fonepad 7 users can now update their 7-inch phablets to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. Released as a software update by ASUS Malaysia, the update brings improvements to the video player, photo viewer, gallery, album browsing and other minor user interface elements. To download the update follow the steps below:

• Make sure your ASUS Fonepad 7 is connected to the Internet
• Open Settings
• Tap About
• Tap System Update

While Maxis has already started their Festive Sale with the HTC One, Huawei Ascend Y511, Samsung Galaxy Ace 3and Samsung Galaxy Y Neo, the list doesn't yet have a tablet or phablet which Maxis are changing with the addition of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 LTE version and Asus Fonepad HD 7. The Tab 3 8.0 is going from RM699 while the Fonepad HD 7 is going from RM399. As with the previous Festive Sale offer, the plans are fairly affordable but you have to sign up for a 24-month postpaid contract so check out the table and links in the article for more details.

While it was leaked complete with tech specs, the Asus FonePad 7 finally gets the official announcement. Going for more or less the same look and feel of tablet with phone capabilities, the FonePad 7 takes up where the original Asus FonePad left off. Featuring a 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z2560 with tech specs that include a 7-inch 1280 x 800 pixel screen, a 5MP rear camera, 8GB/16GB/32GB storage, 1.2MP front camera, 10.5mm thinness, weighs 340g and has a 10-hour battery, the FonePad 7 ups the internals somewhat by offering the better screen. Hopefully the revamp won't see too much of an increase in price as the original FonePad was rather well known for it's budget capabilities. Unfortunately, there isn't any news yet on pricing for the Asus FonePad 7 and no Malaysia release dates too. Stay tuned and we'll keep you posted as to any new developments.

Recently, tech specs for the upcoming Asus FonePad HD 7, MeMo Pad HD 8 and MeMo Pad HD 10 have come to light. The tablets offer what could be the next generation line-up of Asus tablets with the emphasis on the HD for all the devices. This means that all of the devices listed will have a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. Other tech specs for the Asus FonePad HD 7, MeMo Pad HD 8 and MeMo Pad HD 10 include:

• Asus FonePad HD 7 (ME372CG)
• 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Atom processr
• 400MHz PowerVR GPU
• 7-inch display (1280 x 800, IPS)
• 8GB / 32 GB storage
• 5MP rear camera
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

• MeMo Pad HD 8 (ME180A)
• 1.6GHz Rockchip quad-core processor
• 8-inch display (1280 x 800)
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

• MeMo Pad HD 10
• 1.6GHz Rockchip quad-core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB storage
• 2MP rear camera + 1.2MP front camera
• Supports WiFi + Bluetooth + GPS + 3G
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean