uk.hardware.info Updated:
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Mobile networks are constantly being improved. We see faster and faster versions of 4G, while 5G is already being developed. Yet there are plenty of scenarios in which you have to rely on that other wireless connection - wifi. It is time we compared wirel...
We note that there are certainly significant differences between individual devices and also between routers and relevant chipsets on the 5 GHz frequencies. At both frequencies and in combination with both the R7800 and the R8000, the differences between...
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If you're a fan of Virtual Reality then this is the smartphone for you. The Asus Zenphone AR is compatible with both Google's Daydream virtual reality headset and Google's Tango augmented reality technology, so you can enjoy VR games and experiences to yo...
Handset can be used with Google's Daydream VR headset, The battery will last nearly all day when fully charged, Simple and straightforward to use, Selfie lovers will adore the beautification mode that lets you smooth skin, enlargen eyes and even adjust th...
The design is a little basic and not as stylish as some highend smartphones, The display suffers from glare in bright light and fingerprint marks, The camera struggles to take good shots in low light, It's not as fast as we'd expect at opening apps and su...
This is a great handset for those that love virtual reality and augmented reality. It won't win any prizes for speed at opening apps and web browsing, but the battery will last nearly all day on one full charge and there's a make-up mode on the front-faci...
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Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are two areas of huge potential, especially as all major manufacturers and platform developers are involved, whether it be for mobile or desktop. For Google, Project Tango was the first major push towards bu...
Nice looking and well-made smartphone, big bright screen, fast and fluid performance...
Tango is essentially dead, AR is moving beyond extra cameras and sensors, questionably button quality and Asus software...
The Asus ZenFone AR came just at the wrong time. It's one of those strange cases where all of its technological advancement is redundant straight out of the box. As surprised as we are to see it launched, it's still kind of exciting to see what Tango coul...
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Theinquirer.net Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:50
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THE ASUS ZENFONE AR touts a number of high-end partners and is the first smartphone to offer certified support for both Google Daydream VR and Tango augmented reality (AR). However, with a retail price at the iPhone 8 end of the market - around £800 - co...
Great display, good VR/AR abilities, 23MP camera takes good shots as a regular camera, highly customisable UI, fast fingerprint sensor unlock...
Not all the Asus UI additions are worthwhile, no waterproofing, uninspiring design, poor battery life, Rating:...
For eight hundred notes, you've a right to expect something a bit special. While the Asus ZenFone's screen certainly is, and the support for virtual reality is solid, everything else about the device screams 'mid range'. And the lack of proper waterproofi...
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v3.co.uk Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:50
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The Asus ZenFone AR touts a number of high-end partners and is the first to offer certified support for both Google Daydream VR and Tango augmented reality (AR).However, with a retail price at the iPhone 8-end of the market - around £800 - combined with a...
Great display, Good VR/AR abilities, 23MP camera takes good shots as a regular camera, Highly customisable UI, Fast fingerprint sensor unlock...
Not all the Asus UI additions are worthwhile...
For eight hundred notes, you've a right to expect something a bit special. While the Asus ZenFone's screen certainly is, and the support for virtual reality is solid, everything else about the device screams 'mid range'. And the lack of proper waterproofi...
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chip.com.my Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:51
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When ASUS first announced its ZenFone AR during this year's CES, many were sceptical. It's understandable, since AR has been around for quite some time but hasn't flourished. Regardless, the ZenFone AR has more than enough merits to stand on its own.ASUS...
Highend specs, Camera...
AR content lacking...
A fantastic phone in its own right, though it lacks the AR content to make it a true success in that regard.(previously published in issue August 2017)...
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thunderbaylive.com Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:51
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Lisa Gade reviews the Asus ZenFone AR, the second Tango AR Android smartphone to hit the market. We look at the Verizon version in this review (it's also available in other countries and GSM unlocked). The phone has a 5.7” QHD AMOLED display with Gorilla...
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Google wants to make augmented and virtual reality a little more accessible to the masses through its Android mobile operating system. It has succeeded somewhat with VR, through its Daydream VR platform. Slap phones like the Samsung Galaxy S8 or a Google...
Good camera, Snappy performance, Great display...
Expensive, Annoying user interface, Boring design, AR is gimmicky...
No. With Google's ARCore bringing AR to Android phones Nougat and higher, there's not much of a reason to endure the ugly ZenUI, boring design, average battery life, and a 2016 processor...
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The ASUS ZenFone AR came into Malaysia for a hefty RM3799 price tag. Yup, we know. That's really expensive for a smartphone but just so you know, this is a device that's Google Tango-ready and integrates both augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR...
Overall, the ZenFone AR is a really powerful smartphone. The benchmark scores speak for themselves, carrying out graphic demading games, AR and VR performance which is just great, very good camera quality and the DIY cardbox VR viewer is a nice touch. How...
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The Asus Zenfone AR certainly made an impression when it arrived in the office for review, arriving as it did in a huge box that would have comfortably housed a giant birthday cake. All that for a 5.7in smartphone? The reason for the extra cardboard and...
ASUS ZenFone AR ZS571KL-2A003A black 128 GB Dual-SIM Android 7.0 Smartphone£968.51 Buy nowIf you're really determined to see the glass as half full, and are willing to squint a bit, you can just about see the outline of Asus's thinking. Sure, there are p...
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The Asus Zenfone AR is among the first phones to feature the tech required to comply with both Google's Tango and Daydream standards – its augmented reality and virtual reality platforms. This phone is an excellent way to show off mobile AR and VR, and i...
Very good screen, A great demo device for mobile AR and VR...
Too expensive, Not water-resistant, Old processor...
Asus Zenfone AR – Camera The Asus Zenfone AR's camera array is one of the phone's key features. There are three sensors, but only one of them seems to be used when actually taking pictures. When you shoot photos using the background blurring wide-aperture...
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The Asus Zenfone AR is a study in contrasts. On one hand, it has last year's Snapdragon 821 processor. but it also packs up to 8GB of RAM. It has three rear cameras. but only one is used for taking photos. And while the Zenfone AR is on the bleeding e...
If it wasn't for Tango, it would be hard to recommend the the Zenfone AR at all. At $650 through Verizon ($600 and $700 unlocked through Amazon), it's priced in line with the LG G6 and HTC U11, and significantly higher than OnePlus 5, all of which offer b...
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The Asus Zenfone AR is a study in contrasts. On one hand, it has last year's Snapdragon 821 processor. but it also packs up to 8GB of RAM. It has three rear cameras. but only one is used for taking photos. And while the Zenfone AR is on the bleeding e...
If it wasn't for Tango, it would be hard to recommend the the Zenfone AR at all. At $650 through Verizon ($600 and $700 unlocked through Amazon), it's priced in line with the LG G6 and HTC U11, and significantly higher than OnePlus 5, all of which offer b...
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And yet it’s intriguing at the same time. It’s the first phone to be certified for the Google Tango augmented reality and Google Daydream virtual reality platforms and as such represents an important step forwards for smartphones and VR/AR in general.READ...
5.7in AMOLED display, Decent camera, Project Tango and Daydream View certified...
Too expensive, Lacks top-end performance, Somewhat prosaic design...
Asus brings AR to smartphones but is this phone worth its £800 price tag...
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The Asus Zenfone AR is the first phone to be certified for both Google Tango and Daydream. These are the augmented reality and virtual reality platforms that set some standards for AR and VR on Android. So we're not just left with barrel-scraping stuff th...
Great screen, Good camera, Great demo for mobile AR/VR...
Relatively plain design, Very expensive, Second-tier CPU...
A few months ago, we couldn't have imagined spending this much money on an Asus phone. It's still a stretch.The phone has some of the hardware needed to justify this kind of expense, but not quite enough, and the design is just a little too plain. It's an...
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The Asus Zenfone AR is the first smartphone to offer support for Project Tango and Google Daydream, Google's augmented- and virtual reality platforms. It boasts an advanced sensor array to provide the best AR experience possible – but how does it perform...
The Asus Zenfone AR is an incredible piece of kit for those looking for something AR- and VR-ready, as it's the only smartphone to boast both Project Tango and Google Daydream support. The AR capabilities are incredible, although it's somewhat limited by...
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Launched last July 24, 2017, the ASUS Zenfone AR is having a hard time getting the heart of the consumers with its flagship-level price. The device is packed with great specs and new technology like being Tango enabled and Daydream-ready smartphone.If you...
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The Zenfone AR was one of two devices announced by ASUS at CES 2017, and featured at Computex 2017. It packs one of the most powerful chips to date, with the rest of the specsheet boasting impressive numbers. But that's not the end of the story, as it's...
Design, Display, General and gaming performance, AR/VR features, Software, Camera Performance, Audio Quality (Headphones)...
Build quality, Uses a processor from last year, Average battery life, Expected steep price tag...
The Zenfone AR is a glimpse into the future of the smartphone. Having tested its AR and VR capabilities, it's evidence that soon enough we'll be able to do even more amazing things with more engaging and creative ways of interacting with content.The phone...
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It was in 2014 when Google first introduced Project Tango, a technology for smartphones that enables them to fully tap on Augmented Reality (AR) applications. Then in January of this year, ASUS announced its first smartphone to feature such tech – the Zen...
All in all the Zenfone AR is one cool device because it features a technology not found in most smartphones. Tango provides the user with a different level of mobile experience and gives you a glimpse into the future of Augmented Reality. However, that co...
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Despite being a relative newcomer to the Android arena compared to their competitors, Taiwanese manufacturer ASUS has managed to produce smartphones with compelling tech – they were the first to come out with a phone with 4GB of RAM when 3GB was thought o...
ASUS' ZenFone AR has a lot of new tech stuffed into its metal and leather-clad body, stuff that's not found on other phones currently. Project Tango certainly is one of the more unique technologies we've ever seen today, and if you're looking for a high-q...
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ASUS' first Tango-powered, ultra-premium phone, the ZenFone AR, is expected to launch later this month in the Philippines. We've already seen the phone while we were in ASUS' hometown last week, but today the company decided to send over a review sample...
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Mixed reality has been growing more traction worldwide. In fact, when I met Josh Vergara of Android Authority this Computex 2017, he said that speculations about the upcoming Pixel 3 having Tango embedded to its system has been going around.In the Philipp...
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mobilephones.com Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:57
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Build QualityPhone Set UpFeaturesCamera & VideoBattery LifeThe ASUS ZenFone AR is the world's first Daydream-ready and Tango-enabled smartphone. In our ASUS ZenFone AR review, we will take a look at the phone's augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality...
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The first phone with both Google Tango and Google Daydream is here. While at this year's Consumer Electronics Show, Asus unveiled the ZenFone AR, the second Tango-enabled phone to debut. What makes this interesting is that it also comes with Daydream, al...
The phone has a Super AMOLED WQHD 2K display, which looked crisp and great, and thanks to the Snapdragon 821 processor and 8GB of RAM tucked inside, the YouTube VR app we tested ran fast and smoothly. ZenFone AR also has a 3,300mAh battery - decent, consi...
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hungrygeeks.ph Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:58
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Since the ZenFone AR was released, a lot of people got interested and some were somehow amused with its ridiculous 8GB RAM power. This result to praises for the new phone especially with its AR capabilities.But why does the ZenFone AR have 8GB of RAM? Is...
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The ZenFone AR isn't the first Google Tango-enabled phone, nor is it the first to be ready for Daydream. But it's the first to have both Tango and Daydream tech residing in the same phone.Is that interesting? Hell yeah - Tango and Daydream individually ha...
Even without the dual whammy of augmented and virtual reality tech, the ZenFone AR is an exciting phone. It certainly looks very nice - particularly compared to the previous Tango phone, the far chunkier Phab 2 Pro; it really is impressive that Asus has m...
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wovow.org Updated:
2019-12-01 10:53:58
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The Asus Zenfone AR is a high-end mobile that delves into the world of virtual reality and augmented reality. It is compatible with both the Google Daydream glasses and its project Tango, designed so that we can interact with real-world objects. Apart fro...
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The ZenFone AR isn't the first Google Tango-enabled phone, nor is it the first to be ready for Daydream. But it's the first to have both Tango and Daydream tech residing in the same phone.Is that interesting? Hell yeah - Tango and Daydream individually ha...
Augmented reality and VR in one pocketable package, Gorgeous AMOLED screen, Competent camera...
Outdated (but still quick) CPU, Cameras that enable AR unavoidably pricey, Custom Android UI is a little overbearing...
Even without the dual whammy of augmented and virtual reality tech, the ZenFone AR is an exciting phone. It certainly looks very nice - particularly compared to the previous Tango phone, the far chunkier Phab 2 Pro; it really is impressive that Asus has m...
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After it's big debut in CES 2017 earlier this year in January, the Tango & Daydream enabled device, Zenfone AR from Asus is now here in Malaysia. At the moment, this this the first device in the world that has the capability to render both Augmented Reali...
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The ZenFone AR is the first smartphone certified for Google Tango (AR) and Daydream (VR), so if you want to experience mobile VR/AR, this is your way in. Although, you'll have to pay a premium price to do so.Tell me about the VR and AR stuffGoogle...
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Enhanced Reality. Asus's ZenFone AR combines Augmented with Virtual Reality: it is, after all, the first smartphone ever certified for Google Tango as well as Daydream. The most interesting question is whether or not its AR- and VR-features justify its hi...
AR and VR compatible, high-quality sturdy case, fast UFS 2.0 storage, LTE Cat. 11, WQHD OLED display, decent camera, high performance...
very expensive, only few Tango apps available, no hybrid Dual-SIM slot, short battery life...
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Asus is no stranger to niche devices, although AR and VR are slowly beginning to shed this perception. Being the first mobile device to support both Tango and Daydream, Google's AR and VR platforms, the ZenFone AR retails as much less of a niche product...
Quick performance, ZenUI affords a lot of customization, Only phone with both Tango (AR) and Daydream (VR)...
Heats up very easily, Battery life is awful, Camera is very inconsistent with color capture; details sometimes as well, Confusing menu layouts, with no useful search option, Price pits it against some of the best in smartphones today...
If you're an Asus fan, we suggest waiting for the ZenFone 4 Pro to see if the problems found here are remedied in the company's true flagship device. If AR is super important to you, then you can buy the ZenFone AR and know that you'll have a decently per...
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Owners of the ASUS ZenFone AR may be tempted to ask their friends and co-workers, "Do you even AR, bro?". Asking that question is a surefire way to solicit puzzled (and perhaps annoyed) looks, but once they see what the ZenFone AR is capable of, those dir...
Luscious Super AMOLED display, Gobs of RAM (8GB LPDDR4), Only phone on the market to support both Tango and Daydream, Premium design...
Older SoC (Snapdragon 821), AR does not feel ready for prime time, Disappointing battery life, Pricey...
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With support for Project Tango and Daydream, the Asus Zenfone AR is for augmented reality and virtual reality enthusiasts. If you long to escape the real world to explore new and virtual environments, the Zenfone AR is the tool you need.The Asus Zenfone A...
If you're looking for a smartphone with average looks and somewhat above average performance, the Asus Zenfone AR fits that bill. The design is rather plebeian, but the screen, battery life, voice, and data performance all exceeded my expectations. The An...
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As noted in our first impressions of the ASUS ZenFone AR, the phone doesn't look much different from the ASUS ZenFone 3 Deluxe ( review ). You get a large 5.7-inch display up front, which means it isn't meant for a single-hand usage. It's quite thick when...
Impressive display, Powerful cameras, Loaded innards...
Limited practical use-cases for AR and VR, Google Daydream headset needs to be purchased separately, Average battery life, Photos by Raj Rout, Facebook Comments, ShareTweet...
It's no doubt that the ASUS ZenFone AR is an ambitious smartphone – and the one that gels with the Taiwanese brand's philosophy quite well – offering innovative and industry-leading features such as support for both Augmented and Virtual Reality, and 8GB...
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Every time a new platform comes out, the gadget world runs headfirst into a vicious Catch-22: How do you get people to adopt new technology when there isnt any content, and if there isnt anyone using the tech, how do you convince developers to make cont...
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This is SlashGear's ASUS ZenFone AR Review – complete with Google Tango onboard. This is a review of both the device and the AR – reviewed together and separately. While the device's full worth does take Tango into account, we've also considered the idea...
Has a super bright and sharp display, Unique camera system onboard (thanks to Tango spec req.), Phone body has a no-frills premium build, Battery life is generous (when not using AR), Has Google Tango AR inside...
Tango app selection lacking, Retail price a bit high for non-AR users, Some AR apps drain battery fairly quick...
There are several versions of the ASUS ZenFone AR out on the market today. One has 6GB Ram and 64GB internal storage that costs $600. That version has GSM connectivity and is available through Amazon. Another version also works with GSM SIM compatibility...
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Eight months ago, a phone called the Lenovo Phab 2 Pro arrived and brought with it a not-yet-fully-realized promise of advanced AR. It was a giant slab of a smartphone, built to Google's specifications for its Tango AR product, and it didn't make a great...
Nice, bright display, Supports both Tango AR and Daydream VR, Good camera...
Poor battery life, Not water resistant, AR apps aren't compelling...
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Google's Tango augmented reality technology isn't new, and its debut last year on Lenovo's Phab2 Pro left a lot to be desired. I mean, honestly, as neat as AR apps can be, an enormous phone with a mid-range chipset wasn't the best vehicle for them. Meanw...
Support for both Daydream VR and Google Tango, Great display, Impressive audio quality, Surprisingly good camera, Solid performance, even with Tango apps...
ASUS's ZenUI feels like overkill, Disappointing battery life, Many Tango experiences miss the mark, Not compelling if you're not interested in Tango...
Lenovo's Phab2 Pro might have been first, but the ZenFone AR's superior hardware makes it the best Tango device yet. That's not really saying much, though: The Tango experience isn't much better than it was a year ago, and there still isn't much there to...
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When it comes to augmented and virtual reality on smartphones, it's been an either-or-case for nearly every device up until now. Not so with the Asus ZenFone AR ($599 unlocked, $649 Verizon). The first to combine Google’s Project Tango AR technology with...
Stylish desig, Solid performanc, Excellent camer, Supports Google Daydream VR and Project Tango...
Single speaker lacks oomp, AR and VR quickly drains the batter, Not enough Project Tango apps right now...
The Asus ZenFone AR gives us a tantalizing peek at the future of smartphones. For $599, you get a smartphone powerful enough to support some of Google's most innovative software. There's also the slick customizable user interface and the excellent camera...
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Google has partnered with another manufacturer to produce a phone with Tango on board, for better or for worse. Stepping up to the plate this time is Asus with the ZenFone AR. The first phone ever to support both Tango and Daydream VR comes in a much, muc...
The display is a tolerable size with a crisp resolution, nice color balance, and good viewing angles, It's pretty good, especially coming from Asus. Most outdoor photos come out looking nice, indoor and lowlight shots are hit or miss, though, Even though...
It feels weak and it's quite loud. The noise it makes is also really, really annoying, To say that it's disappointing would be an understatement. It's subpar with normal use, annoyingly bad with heavy usage, and absolutely deplorable with Tango, I am stil...
So where does this leave us? The ZenFone AR isn't a bad phone, but it isn't a great one, either. In the end, I don't that it's worth buying currently. Tango is cool and all, but you'll likely play with it a few times and never open it (or the apps) again...
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It's not often you see a phone pack in multiple experimental Google features, but ASUS has done it with the ASUS ZenFone AR. The company's latest flagship phone is built for Google Tango, a once experimental augmented reality (AR) system that has now made...
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Augmented reality takes a step closer to everyday reality with the Asus ZenFone AR. As the second phone to support Google Tango, the ZenFone AR is a stronger showcase for the technology than last year's Phab 2 Pro from Lenovo. Asus packs Tango sensors int...
Fun AR apps and games, Sharp Quad HD display, Solid performance, Good battery life, High-quality audio, No bloatware...
Underwhelming Tango apps, Heavy UI layer, Pricey...
The unlocked Asus ZenFone AR puts Google Tango in an accessible form factor with solid hardware, but the AR experience still feels unpolished, and the price is high for what you get...
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Google's Tango initiative brings the best of AR to cutting edge phones, and while Lenovo was the first to market with the PHAB 2 Pro later last year, that phone featured pretty middle of the road specs, and was incredibly large and heavy compared to most...
Grippy, solid build, Tons of pack-ins, Free Tango and Daydream experiences included, 3.5mm audio jack, Ultra fast, Tons of software options, Absolutely killer camera software, Tango capability, Daydream capability, Excellent screen for VR, Unlocked and Ve...
Not IP rated for water or dust resistance, Some Bluetooth audio popping issues, Screen is too dim outside, Video stabilization isn't great...
ASUS has crafted an amazing phone, and likely their best phone ever. It's more expensive than many ASUS phones, which often try to compete in the higher value-for-money market segment, but as a result it offers more premium features than those devices do...
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The Asus Zenfone AR is a study in contrasts. On one hand, it has last year's Snapdragon 821 processor. but it also packs up to 8GB of RAM. It has three rear cameras. but only one is used for taking photos. And while the Zenfone AR is on the bleeding e...
Runs Tango AR and Daydream VR apps, Incredible screen with an array of color options...
Design is kind of meh, with big bezels and an old-school home button, Camera is disappointing for taking actual photos, Awful battery life, especially when using it for AR...
Nearly endless customization options ensure that the display can be calibrated just to your liking.Most people probably ignore screen-tweaking options, but because anyone who buys the Zenfone AR will be looking at the display for extended periods, they...
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We review the premium, feature-packed Asus ZenFone AR smartphone, the first Android mobile to boast full support for Google DayDream and Tango, which has finally come to the UK.Asus certainly isn't one of the first names to leap to mind when you talk abou...
Tango and DayDream, Feature-packed, Premium specs...
Expensive, Bettered by rivals in most areas...
The ZenFone AR is one of the most expensive smartphones to hit the UK in 2017, although also one of the more unique handsets we've had the pleasure of reviewing.In terms of performance, camera tech, battery life and media chops, you'll find rival blowers...
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CES 2017 is in full swing and some of the coolest smartphone announcements at the show are coming from Asus. The Taiwanese manufacturer revealed a ZenFone 3 variant equipped with dual cameras and optical zoom, but it's actually the ZenFone AR that really...
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 Hybrid Dual SIM Android 7.0 4G USB Type-C 6 GB 128 GB 3300 mAh Black Smartphones (90AK0021-M00130)")
