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ASUS Transformer Prime set to be announced or launched on November 9

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by Robert Nazarian on
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According to a Q3 investor document from ASUS, they have listed their new Transformer Prime as coming November 9.  Unfortunately we don’t know if that’s a release date or when it will be officially announced, but I am expecting the latter. We have already seen the keyboard dock leak so we are definitely close.

You will also notice that they have confirmed Ice Cream Sandwich and a Quad-core processor which is the Tegra 3. They also mention two other devices scheduled for Q1 2012. Could that be the Padfone and a followup to the Slider?

[via droid-life]

[Leak] ASUS Transformer Prime keyboard dock surfaces

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by Robert Nazarian on
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There was a plethora of Android tablets available this year, but as far as I am concerned, the ASUS Transformer was the one to buy. Even if you weren’t into the keyboard dock, it was still priced right, and they were very timely on updates. We already reported that their follow up will be known as the Transformer Prime, which I know is going to be as hot as the original Transformer.

The new Prime will be thinner and have a better design with the brushed aluminum. Now we get a glimpse of the keyboard dock thanks to Netbook Italia, which resembles the Macbook Pro. With the promise of Ice Cream Sandwich and a Quad-core processor, this one won’t be priced as well as the original, but I am still excited. How about you guys? 2 more pics after the break.

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Asus Tweets ICS is “Coming to an @ASUS #EeePadTransformer near you”

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by Joe Sirianni on
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Well isn’t this a pleasant surprise?  Looks like the updates just keep hitting the Transformer without a hiccup.  The device has been gracious and generous enough to get regular updates, mostly due to its popularity, no doubt.  And it looks like Ice Cream Sandwich will be no exception this time around.  Asus revealed via their official Twitter account that the device will see sweeter days (see what I did there?) and to stay tuned for a date.

Coming to an @ASUS #EeePadTransformer near you… Stay tuned for dates

This does beg the question however, will the Transformer 2 come with ICS pre-loaded?

[via Twitter]

Asus – Transformer Prime, Padfone, and Ice Cream Sandwich all on the way

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by Jim Farmer on
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In an interview yesterday at AsiaD, Asus chairman Jonney Shih showed off the companies latest upcoming tablet, the Transformer Prime; a new moniker for the Transformer 2. Like its predecessor the Transformer Prime is a tablet/netbook hybrid, but now sporting Asus’s new spin brushed aluminum finish on an 8.3mm thin frame. They have also updated from the previous Tegra 2, to the Tegra 3, also known as Kal El; a quad core monster. That’s all the details that were given, but even so, those were satisfying to say the least.

Shih didn’t stop the excitement there. He went on to say that Asus plans on updating current Asus Transformers to the newly announced Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich before the end of the year. That is great news for early adopters. More companies should really make a point to have their devices on the latest software for security reasons at least, so props to Asus.

One more thing…

Asus also has plans to release the Padfone during Q1 of 2012 and will indeed be running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Padfone? What’s that you say? More on that device here.

Expect a formal announcement of the Transformer Prime on November 9th.

[via AllThingsD]

Transformer 2 and Tegra 3 Videos Leak, Announcement Soon to Follow?

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by Mitch Wright on
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There was a general expectation that Google was going to have some sort of tablet-related announcement or information last night, and , given the size of the soap box, Asus’ Transformer 2 with its impressive rumored specs seemed the likely assumption. Tablets weren’t really mentioned however, which is rather odd given that one of the purposes of Ice Cream Sandwich was to fuse Android tablet and phone OSes, and so there was nothing about the Transformer 2. Perhaps there is something else in the works, as two leaked videos have surfaced, giving a quick sneak peak of the Transformer 2 and  touting the abilities of the NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor underneath the hood. They’re both very well done, and they beg the question “When can we expect an announcement?” The hope is soon, as this device looks like it’s going to be fantastic. Check out the videos after the break, and be sure to let us know what you think in the comments. » Read the rest

ASUS’ Quad-Core Transformer 2 Tablet Could Launch November 7th

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by Justin Routhier on
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After months of anticipation, we may finally see the launch of the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer 2, packed with that drool-worthy NVIDIA Kal-El quad-core processor we’ve been dreaming about. The online retailer, LambdaTek Component Shop, shows the Transformer 2 (listed as model number TF201-1I020A) as in-stock on November 7th, which would make good on ASUS CEO Jerry Shen’s comments last week that the device would indeed launch by the end of the year. Interestingly enough, the price is set at £537.85 (tax included) or about $739.77 USD, which is an increase of more than 45% from Shen’s remarks regarding its projected retail cost.

Let’s check out those specs:

  • Runs Android 3.2 Honeycomb
  • NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor
  • 10.1-inch display
  • 32GB of storage
  • 1GB of RAM

[via bgr]

ASUS Unfazed By Kindle Fire; No Delay For Transformer 2

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by Justin Routhier on
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In contrast to many manufacturers such as RIM and HTC, who have answered the successful introduction of Amazon’s Kindle Fire by reducing the price of their tablet PCs to remain competitive, ASUS appears to remain unfazed. CEO Jerry Shen says there will be no price change for their current Eee Pad Transformer, nor will there be any delay in the Transformer 2 (which will pack that sweet NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor).  Shen also adds that the upcoming PC tab will sell for $499, a hundred bucks more than its predecessor.

ASUS’ confidence is quite understandable if you consider its 2011 shipment forecast, which projects the sale of 1.5-2 million tablet PCs and of which one million units have already been moved in just the first three quarters of the year. The Transformer 2 would undoubtly put them on track to meet or exceed their projections.

[via digitimes]

Rugged and waterproof 7-inch Asus tablet headed to Japan

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It’s time to add another Android tablet to the ever growing list as Asus reveals its TOUGH-ETBW11AA tablet for those who desire a more abuse friendly device. Heading to the Japanese carrier KDDI, the new Asus tablet will be water proof, dust resistant, and can survive a 76cm drop onto typically unforgiving concrete. With all of these rugged specs comes the extra bulk needed to keep all of its guts protected by its beefy rubberized skin.

The TOUGH-ETBW11A will come equipped with a 7″ 1280 x 800 display, a NVIDIA dual-core 1GHz Tegra 2 chip, Android 3.2 Honeycomb, and WiMAX connectivity. There will be 16 GB of on board storage, a microSD slot, a 5MP rear-facing camera, GPS, WiFi b/g/n, and Bluetooth. Although a 7,400mAh battery is included, battery life has yet to be confirmed.

KDDI is planning to drop the tablet (pun intended) in Q4 (around late November). The tablet has yet to be priced.

Hit the break for a few more screen shots of the device.

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ASUS Eee Pad Slider is finally available in the U.S. and Canada

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by Robert Nazarian on
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It has been a long wait since ASUS unveiled the Eee Pad Slider. Thankfully, the Transformer kept us going, but if you have been holding out for the built-in keyboard you will be happy to know that you can finally order it.

It is available at newegg, Amazon, and Amazon Canada (links below). Pricing for the Mocha version starts at $479 for the 16GB model and $579 for the 32GB version. You can also pre-order white versions for the same prices.

Specs include:

  • 1.2GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core processor
  • 1GB RAM
  • 10.1-inch (1280 x 768) screen
  • 5MP rear camera, 1.2MP front-facing
  • Android 3.1

Click on the links to order

Mocha versions:

amazon – 16GB, amazon – 32GB, amazon canada – 16GB, amazon canada – 32GB, newegg

Pre-order White versions:

amazon – 16GB, amazon – 32GB, amazon canada – 16GB, amazon canada – 32GB

Price drop on the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer to $350

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by Adam Johnson on
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As the Transformer 2 is soon to arrive as early as next month, looks as if the price of original Eee Pad Transformer is being dropped to $350. Many of the online retailers out there still have it listed for its original price of $400 for the 16GB, and $470-$500 for the 32GB version. But Walmart has decided to offer the $50 discount for the 16GB model.

It seems logical that this discount is likely related to the fact that the Transformer 2 is soon to be shipped out. And there’s nothing wrong with that, as the Eee Pad is a great device, became very popular and still is. With its innovative form factor that incorporates an optional keyboard dock, it’s no wonder many searching for a great tablet were drawn to it. So since ASUS has continued to keep the first-generation Transformer up-to-date with Honeycomb, this deal is not something to be overlooked.

[via electronista]

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