ASUS UX21E with Intel Core i3 processor now available from leading Australian retailers
Sydney, Australia (December 6, 2011) – ASUS Australia today announced local availability of an Intel Core i3 powered ZENBOOK™, which is now available from major Australian retailers. The ZENBOOK is ASUS’ answer to the new category of thin and powerful notebook computers, inspired by Intel®.
Vivian Hung, ASUS’ Regional Head, System Business Group, said, “The ZENBOOK with Intel Core i3 processor rounds out the ZENBOOK range, which now includes i3, i5 and i7 options for consumers. Now, no matter how you use your computer – whether you spend most of your time browsing websites, watching videos or creating documents, or require advanced multi-tasking, extreme gaming or video editing capabilities – there is an ASUS ZENBOOK to suit you.”
With an RRP of $AU1099, the i3 ZENBOOK is now available in Australia from leading retailers and channel dealers including JB HiFi, The Good Guys, Harvey Norman, MSY Technology, MLN and Computer Alliance. A full list of retailers and resellers is included later in this release.
Local Specifications
| ZENBOOK | UX21E – KX007V |
| RRP | AU$1099 |
| CPU | Intel® Core i3 2367M 1.4Ghz/4M (BGA) |
| Operating system | Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium – 64bit |
| Display | 11.6″ LED HD (1366 x 768) 450nits ZBD |
| Memory | 4GB DDR3 |
| Camera | Digital 0.3M Pixel |
| Battery Life – Estimate | Up to 5 hours |
| Audio | Bang and Olfusen ICEpower® and ASUS SonicMasterTechnology HD Audio |
| Interface | 1x Headphone-out & Audio-in Combo Jack;1x micro HDMI;1x mini VGA |
| Dimensions / Weight | 29.9(W) x 19.6(D) x 0.30 ~ 1.70 (H) cm, 1.1KG |
| Accessories | ASUS Sleeve, VGA adaptor and LAN adaptor |
Retailers and resellers
| State | Where to buy | |
| Retail | Nationwide | JB HiFi |
| Nationwide | The Good Guys | |
| Nationwide | Harvey Norman | |
| Channel | VIC | MLN |
| VIC | MSY Technology | |
| VIC | Geek Central | |
| NSW | Online Centre | |
| QLD | Computer Alliance | |
| WA | Austin Computers | |
| TAS | Principal Computers | |
| VIC | Express Office Systems |
About the ASUS ZENBOOK
Pure Design – The silver exterior panel of the ASUS ZENBOOK features a concentric circle design that refracts a halo of light. With a thickness of 0.28 cm at the front and 0.89cm at the rear, the ZENBOOK’s exterior lines are sleek, making it the thinnest Ultrabook on the market and perfect for users constantly on-the-go or in the classroom.
Unrivalled Performance – The ZENBOOK is designed with an instant-on feature that resumes the system in about two seconds* and features incredible standby time of up to two weeks*, which is four times more than the industry standard. The svelte and sleek ZENBOOK features an impressive list of technological breakthroughs. It uses the latest Intel® 2nd generation Core™ processors (optimised for mobile use), SATA Revision 3.0 solid state storage (SSD), Bluetooth™ V4.0 and USB 3.0. ASUS has also added USB Charger+ technology, which uses the powered USB 3.0 port to recharge portable devices in a fraction of the time it would normally take. To accommodate all of these technologies, ASUS engineers designed custom cooling technology using a V-shaped channel with a unique copper fin design for improved airflow and cooling. When battery life dips below five per cent, the ZENBOOK will automatically save files in progress to prevent data loss.
Incredibly Green – The ZENBOOK provides its users with peace of mind in knowing they are consuming less energy. It utilises ASUS’ patented Super Hybrid Engine II technology, which intelligently conserves battery life and allows the ZENBOOK to have up to 25 per cent more battery life* than other Ultrabook designs.
Transcending Audio – Recognising that an Ultrabook is a tool for entertainment as well as work, the ZENBOOK is equipped with ASUS SonicMaster technology, an optimised fusion of hardware and software developed by the ASUS Golden Ear team and Bang & Olufsen ICEpower®. SonicMaster provides a wide sonic spectrum surround sound that can fill a room with smooth jazz or the tranquil sound of a mountain stream.
*Product test results, specifications and features may change without prior notice. Check zenbook.asus.com for further details.