ASUS Launches All-in-One PC
ASUS launched the ASUS Transformer AiO in India, the world’s first dual OS (Windows 8 and Android 4.1) All-in-One PC with a detachable display that can also be used as a standalone tablet around the home with a starting price of Rs. 86999/-. ASUS Transformer AiO consists of a desktop PC Station with a 3rdgeneration Intel® Core™ desktop processor for outstanding Windows 8 performance, and a detachable 18.4-inch display with its own NVIDIA® Tegra® 3 quad-core processor for use as a self-contained tablet with Android 4.1. ASUS Transformer AiO gives users the mobile flexibility of a tablet with the performance of a powerful desktop PC, all in one compact and stylish package most suitable for home and office. The device is specifically targeted at home lifestyle buyers, C-level executives, architects, design studios etc.
When detached from the PC Station, ASUS Transformer AiO’s display can be used as two different types of king-size tablet. First, wireless Remote Desktop technology with dual-band Wi-Fi provides complete multi-touch control over Windows 8 on the PC Station for easy access to popular productivity and entertainment software around the home. Alternatively, the 18.4-inch display can also be used as a standalone tablet with Android 4.1, thanks to its built-in NVIDIA® Tegra® 3 quad-core processor. ASUS Transformer AiO switches seamlessly between operating systems at the press of a button and has up to five hours’ battery life. The display also features a convenient carrying handle and a folding stand for comfortable tabletop use away from the PC Station. Dual OS of Windows 8 and Android, as well as the fact that both the desktop and tablet mode can be used individually at the same time and its remote desktop mode are some of the salient features of this product.
Mr. Vinay Shetty – Country Head – Component Business, ASUS (India), hails the development as a transformation for the Indian desktop and AiO segment. About the launch he said, “ASUS is one of world’s leading organizations who believe in innovation in technology and ASUS’ top priority is to bring such innovative All-in-One products for Indian consumers and we have been diligently working towards success on this front.We feel that this device is an excellent choice for lifestyle buyers and top executives looking for a unique and feature packed AiO, a desktop solution and a large tablet .We are aiming to lead the market in the niche hi-end gaming and entertainment PCs segment” added Mr. Shetty.
ASUS Transformer AiOis a powerful all-in-one PC capable of handling a wide range of demanding Windows 8 productivity and entertainment applications. Designed for desktop use, its PC Station is powered by a 3rd generation Intel® Core™ desktop processor with NVIDIA®GeForce® GT 730M graphics and features a comprehensive array of ports, including USB 3.0. Its 18.4-inch LED-backlit display has a 1080p Full HD resolution with 10-point multi-touch and features IPS technology for a bright, vibrant image with 178-degree wide viewing angles for easy shared enjoyment.ASUS Transformer AiO also features dual-band Wi-Fi for high-performance wireless networking with compatible routers. 5GHz Wi-Fi significantly reduces interference from nearby 2.4GHz networks in crowded Wi-Fi areas. ASUS SonicMaster audio technology also ensures outstanding sound quality for music, movies and everything in between. Unlike early generation AiOs, the Transformer AiO also packs robust hardware to excel when commissioned to demanding tasks.
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Some additional details about the products:
Product Name: ASUS Transformer AiO P1801
Product Price: Core i3 model – Rs. 86999/- Corei5 model – Rs. 92999/-
Contact (Company Name): ASUS Technology Pvt. Ltd.
Phone: (91)-22-61598700 / 18002090365
E-mail: reachus@asus.com
Website: www.asus.in
Full specifications are available at www.asus.com
Warranty Period: 3 years
NOTES TO EDITORS
30-word summary
ASUS Transformer AiO is the world’s first All-in-One that’s both a powerful Windows 8 PC and an Android 4.1 tablet, thanks to its desktop PC Station with detachable 18.4-inch multi-touch display.
60-word summary
ASUS Transformer AiO is the world’s first All-in-One that’s both a powerful Windows 8 PC and an Android 4.1 tablet, thanks to its desktop PC Station with detachable 18.4-inch multi-touch display. The PC Station is powered by a 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor, while the tablet has its own NVIDIA® Tegra® 3 quad-core processor and switches seamlessly between both operating systems.
100-word summary
ASUS Transformer AiOis the world’s first All-in-One that’s both a powerful Windows 8 PC and a capable Android tablet, thanks to its desktop PC Station with detachable 18.4-inch Full HD display. The PC Station is powered by a 3rd generation Intel® Core™ desktop processor with NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 730M graphics, while the tablet has its own NVIDIA® Tegra® 3 quad-core processor. The tablet features 10-point multi-touch and switches seamlessly between wireless Remote Desktop mode for Windows 8 and a self-contained Android 4.1 tablet. ASUS Transformer AiO also features dual-band Wi-Fi and SonicMaster audio technology for incredible sound quality.
SPECIFICATIONS1
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Processor
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PC Station: 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i5-3350P / i3-3220
Tablet: NVIDIA® Tegra® 3 quad-core
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Operating system
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PC Station: Windows 8 (64-bit)
Tablet: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
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Display
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18.4-inch (1920 x 1080) LED-backlit with IPS technology
10-point capacitive multi-touch
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Graphics
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PC Station: NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 730M (2GB)
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Camera
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1-megapixel front-facing
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Memory &
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PC Station: Up to 4GB DDR3 (1600Mhz) RAM
Up to 1TB SATA hard drive
Tablet: 2GB DDR3 (1600Mhz) RAM with 32GB onboard storage
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Connectivity
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PC Station: 802.11a/b/g/n dual-band Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet
4x USB 3.0 ports, 1x USB 2.0 port
HDMI-out
3.5mm headphone & 3.5mm mic sockets
3-in-1 memory card slot
Bluetooth 4.0
Tablet: 802.11a/b/g/n dual-band Wi-Fi
1x Mini-USB 2.0 port
3.5mm headphone / mic socket
microSD card slot
Docking port
Bluetooth 3.0 + EDR
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Battery
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Tablet: 38W Li-ion for up to 5 hours’ use
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Size
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Tablet: 294 x 466 x 18mm
PC Station: 267 x 466 x 162mm
Combined: 376 x 466 x 162mm
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Weight
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PC Station: 4.1kg
Tablet: 2.4kg
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[1] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors.
About ASUS
ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world’s best-selling, most award-winning, motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today’s digital home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets and smartphones. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,168 awards in 2012 and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC™. ASUS has more than 12,500 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 3,800 engineers. Company revenue for 2011 was approximately US$11.9 billion.
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