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5 of the Best-Looking Laptops of mid-2015

Kevin Bruce Francisco Leave a comment

The first half of the year has already come and gone by, and as a part of our usual roundup of all things tech, we compile our 5 of the best-looking laptops that have been launched and are available locally.

Note: The list is arranged in no particular order.

ASUS ZenBook UX305

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Launched back in May, the ASUS ZenBook UX305 flaunts an ultra slim body with a 13.3-inch display. The top shell continues the design language seen from other high-end models and curves outward for an elegant finish. It’s got a good balance of typing space and navigation on its trackpad.

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The device also weighs light at 1.2kgs — this makes it possible to easily bring the laptop anywhere you go. Together with its razor-thin profile, you can just close it, slide it inside your bag, and you’re all ready to go.

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ASUS ZenBook UX305FA specs:
13.3-inch Full HD IPS display @ 1920 x 1080 resolution, 166ppi
Intel Core M-5Y10 dual-core processor
Intel HD graphics 5300
4GB DDR3L RAM
128GB M.2 SSD
Wi-Fi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0
3x USB 3.0
mHDMI out
2-in-1 card reader
720p webcam
Bang and Olufsen ICEpower speakers
45WHr Li-Po battery
324 x 226 x 12.3mm (dimensions)
1.2kg (weight)
Windows 8.1
Price: Php34,995

Read our ASUS ZenBook UX305 Review here.

Microsoft Surface Pro 3

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For productivity on-the-go you can rely on Microsoft’s Surface Pro 3. It’s technically a tablet that aims to be “better than a laptop” as it has the necessary tools to be a full-functioning workstation. The package comes with a Surface Pen and you can also use a multi-position kickstand and Surface Pro 3 Type Cover to take advantage of all its capabilities.

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Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (128GB i5 version) specs:
12” ClearType Full HD Plus, 2160 x 1440. 216ppi
Intel Core i5-4300U
Intel HD Graphics 4400
128GB internal storage
4GB RAM
Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology
Digital Compass
full-size USB 3.0
microSD card reader
3.5mm Headset jack
Mini DisplayPort
5.0 megapixel rear-facing camera
5.0 megapixel front-facing camera
Stereo microphones
Stereo speakers with Dolby sound
Windows 8.1 Pro
Up to 9 hours of web browsing
11.5” x 7.93” x 0.36”
Price: Php60,000

Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro

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The Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro literally bends over backwards just to be whatever it is you need it to be. You can work on it as a laptop, browse the Internet as a tablet, scribble using its Tent position, and watch videos on its stand. Its hinges were designed to be tough so they could withstand all the swivel.

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In addition to its flexible usage, the device now has a thinner and lighter form factor that makes it the world’s thinnest convertible laptop.

Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro specs:
13.3-inch QHD+ (3200 x 1800) IPS display, 276ppi
Intel integrated graphics
8GB LPDDR3L RAM
512GB SSD
720p webcam
WiFi 802.11 a/c
Bluetooth 4.01
2x USB 3.0
1x DC-in with USB 2.0 function
4-in-1 card reader
micro-HDMI out
Audio combo jack
Integrated JBL stereo speakers w/ Waves Audio
9 hour battery life
Windows 8.1 OS
330 x 228 x 12.8 mm
2.63 lbs
Platinum Silver and Champagne Gold
Price: Php76,995

2015 MacBook Pro

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Known to having a sleek body, the 2015 MacBook Pro continues the company’s legacy of giving its users a sophisticated and elegant form factor that screams to be brought in any occasion. The screen has the usual bezel that’s rather thick but makes the images pop out more due to its Retina display.

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2015 MacBook Pro specs:
15-inch Retina display
2.2GHz Intel Core-i7 quad-core processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.4GHz)
16GB RAM
256GB PCIe-based flash storage
Intel Iris Pro Graphics
Price: 99,990

There is also another configuration with the following specs:

15-inch Retina display
2.5GHz Intel Core-i7 quad-core processor
16GB RAM
512GN PCIe-based flash storage
Intel Iris Pro Graphics
AMD Radeon R9 M370X
2GB GDDR5
Price: 124,990

Dell XPS 13 (2015)

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The XPS 13 is Dell’s lightest and thinnest 13-inch notebook yet, and it’s matched with top-notch material. The chassis is made with machined aluminum that makes it stand out. Taking care of its display is a Corning Gorilla Glass that spans from edge-to-edge.

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Unlike the Macbook Pro’s obvious bezels, the XPS 13 boasts what they call a Virtually Borderless Infinity Display that eliminates the unneeded space for a more enjoyable viewing experience

Dell XPS 13 (2015) specs:
13.3-inch UltraSHarp fHD (1920 x 1080) display
Edge-to-edge Corning Gorilla Glass NBT
Intel Core i7-5500U Processor (3M Cache, up to 3.0 GHz)
Intel HD Graphics 5500
8GB Dual Channel DDR3L-RS 1600Mhz
256GB SSD
WiFi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0
2 x USB 3.0 w/ Powershare
mini DisplayPort
SD card reader
3-in-1 card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
Precision glass touchpad
52 WHr, 4-Cell battery
Windows 8.1 64-bit OS
Height: 9-15mm / Width: 304mm / Depth: 200mm
1.26 kg (weight)
Price: Php74,990
These laptops round up our list. What’s yours?

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Asus ZenBook UX305 Review

Bob Freking Leave a comment

The Asus Zenbook UX305 just arrived in the Philippines last month, and it’s a really an interesting device as it’s beautiful, fairly affordable, and running on Intel’s recently released Core M CPU.

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We were given around a few days to a week to play around with the Asus ZenBook UX305, and I was able to use it as my work laptop. It’s light, thin and well-powered that I always forget that I have an actual laptop inside my small bag.

Watch our video below for a more detailed look.

asus zenbook ux305 youtube

During my days at the office, I was able to run Photoshop and a few more games like Heroes of The Storm & Hearthstone to no sweat (and the laptop starts to get warm below the screen). I was also able to open lots of tabs in the Chrome browser too, but the common problem was in handling high-res files. Copying and pasting photos to Powerpoint proved a little too much for the Zenbook, and playing around with Canva and 2000+ px files in Photoshop cause the laptop to stutter.

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However, on the bright side, I never even got to extremely low battery levels doing these simple tasks. At the end of the day, I still have enough juice for a little more (without gaming and not using high-performance mode).

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (9)

Aside from the speakers and the lack of a good trackpad and a backlit keyboard, we had no other gripes with the Zenbook UX305. At a price of just Php34,995, the laptop proves that it’s actually a great buy.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (4)

What we liked about it:

  • Beautiful and lightweight design
  • Sharp and vibrant 1080p matte display
  • Complete with ports
  • Trackpad gestures
  • Affordable
  • Decent to great performance
  • Great battery life

What we didn’t like about it:

  • No touchscreen / bad trackpad clicking
  • No backlit keys
  • Subpar speakers
  • Gets warm when doing heavy tasks

zenbook ux305 specs

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Asus ZenBook UX305 Review

Bob Freking Leave a comment

The Asus Zenbook UX305 just arrived in the Philippines last month, and it’s a really an interesting device as it’s beautiful, fairly affordable, and running on Intel’s recently released Core M CPU.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (8)

We were given around a few days to a week to play around with the Asus ZenBook UX305, and I was able to use it as my work laptop. It’s light, thin and well-powered that I always forget that I have an actual laptop inside my small bag.

Watch our video below for a more detailed look.

asus zenbook ux305 youtube

During my days at the office, I was able to run Photoshop and a few more games like Heroes of The Storm & Hearthstone to no sweat (and the laptop starts to get warm below the screen). I was also able to open lots of tabs in the Chrome browser too, but the common problem was in handling high-res files. Copying and pasting photos to Powerpoint proved a little too much for the Zenbook, and playing around with Canva and 2000+ px files in Photoshop cause the laptop to stutter.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (3)

However, on the bright side, I never even got to extremely low battery levels doing these simple tasks. At the end of the day, I still have enough juice for a little more (without gaming and not using high-performance mode).

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (9)

Aside from the speakers and the lack of a good trackpad and a backlit keyboard, we had no other gripes with the Zenbook UX305. At a price of just Php34,995, the laptop proves that it’s actually a great buy.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (4)

What we liked about it:

  • Beautiful and lightweight design
  • Sharp and vibrant 1080p matte display
  • Complete with ports
  • Trackpad gestures
  • Affordable
  • Decent to great performance
  • Great battery life

What we didn’t like about it:

  • No touchscreen / bad trackpad clicking
  • No backlit keys
  • Subpar speakers
  • Gets warm when doing heavy tasks

zenbook ux305 specs

The post Asus ZenBook UX305 Review appeared first on YugaTech | Philippines, Tech News & Reviews.

Asus ZenBook UX305 Review

Bob Freking Leave a comment

The Asus Zenbook UX305 just arrived in the Philippines last month, and it’s a really an interesting device as it’s beautiful, fairly affordable, and running on Intel’s recently released Core M CPU.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (8)

We were given around a few days to a week to play around with the Asus ZenBook UX305, and I was able to use it as my work laptop. It’s light, thin and well-powered that I always forget that I have an actual laptop inside my small bag.

Watch our video below for a more detailed look.

asus zenbook ux305 youtube

During my days at the office, I was able to run Photoshop and a few more games like Heroes of The Storm & Hearthstone to no sweat (and the laptop starts to get warm below the screen). I was also able to open lots of tabs in the Chrome browser too, but the common problem was in handling high-res files. Copying and pasting photos to Powerpoint proved a little too much for the Zenbook, and playing around with Canva and 2000+ px files in Photoshop cause the laptop to stutter.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (3)

However, on the bright side, I never even got to extremely low battery levels doing these simple tasks. At the end of the day, I still have enough juice for a little more (without gaming and not using high-performance mode).

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (9)

Aside from the speakers and the lack of a good trackpad and a backlit keyboard, we had no other gripes with the Zenbook UX305. At a price of just Php34,995, the laptop proves that it’s actually a great buy.

ASUS ZENBOOK UX305 (4)

What we liked about it:

  • Beautiful and lightweight design
  • Sharp and vibrant 1080p matte display
  • Complete with ports
  • Trackpad gestures
  • Affordable
  • Decent to great performance
  • Great battery life

What we didn’t like about it:

  • No touchscreen / bad trackpad clicking
  • No backlit keys
  • Subpar speakers
  • Gets warm when doing heavy tasks

zenbook ux305 specs

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ASUS Zenpower 10,050mAh powerbank appears on Lazada

Kevin Bruce Francisco Leave a comment

A listing over at online retailer Lazada shows ASUS‘ Zenpower 10,050mAh powerbank which many have been looking for ever since its introduction.

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ASUS Zenpower powerbank specs:
Capacity: 10,050mAh
Input Power: DC 5V 2.0A
Output Power: DC 5.1V 2.4A
Charging Time: 6hours with 5V/2A standard cable
Compatibility: Tablets and smartphones using USB cables
Price: Php795

For those interested in purchasing, you may do so here.

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