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ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED Laptop Launched

ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED

ASUS has introduced the Zenbook 17 Fold OLED (UX9702), the first foldable OLED laptop with a 17.3-inch screen. This 12.5-inch ultraportable laptop folds out to a versatile 17.3-inch device with six modes, pushing the boundaries of innovation.

ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED

Zenbook 17 Fold OLED is redefining work and entertainment user experiences, this futuristic device packs a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, Intel Iris Xe graphics, 16 GB RAM, and a 1 TB PCIe SSD.

Unfold the incredible
This innovative laptop's OLED display can be folded in half to generate two smaller screens of different sizes. When unfolded, the huge 4:3 17.3-inch 2.5K NanoEdge touchscreen becomes two seamless 3:2 12.5-inch 1920 x 1280 displays. When folded along its precisely constructed 180-degree hinge, the 12.5-inch device becomes extremely compact and portable. Users have a wide range of options with the Zenbook 17 Fold OLED, including desktop, laptop (with Bluetooth keyboard), laptop (with virtual keyboard), tablet, reader, and extended.

ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED

Desktop mode
When in Desktop mode, the 17.3-inch display can be folded out and propped up in landscape orientation with the help of the faux leather kickstand. This allows the device to be used as a powerful large-screen PC with the help of the ASUS ErgoSense Bluetooth keyboard and touchpad. This paves the way for continuous work, whether at home or in the workplace.

Laptop mode with Bluetooth keyboard
The Bluetooth keyboard attaches magnetically to the lower half of the folded display in Laptop mode. In Laptop mode, the lower display can become a virtual keyboard. These modes are ideal for on-the-go consumers who want a device they can carry between meetings. Tablet mode lets users use the 17.3-inch touchscreen's full touch capabilities for teamwork and big ideas. Zenbook 17 Fold OLED's vertical hinge makes it ideal for studying or reading e-books in reader mode.

Extended mode
Finally, in Extended mode, with the folded 12.5-inch panels propped up in portrait orientation, users can fluidly scroll on both displays. Zenbook 17 Fold OLED can connect to an external monitor via one of its two USB-C Thunderbolt 4 connectors.

ScreenXpert 3's easy-to-use window management features, such as Mode Switcher, offer different split-display configurations and configurable app layouts for productivity in each mode. Its durable hinge lets users switch modes easily. For peace of mind, it has passed over 30,000 open-and-close cycles.

Zenbook 17 Fold OLED's full-size ASUS ErgoSense Bluetooth keyboard and touchpad provide different user settings for a fresh typing experience. The dished mechanical keys on the Bluetooth keyboard provide a desktop-grade 19.05 mm key pitch and 1.4 mm travel for comfortable and accurate typing. A durable anti-fingerprint coating protects the ErgoSense touchpad's new silky-smooth surface for simple navigation. It only weighs 1.5 kg without the keyboard and 1.8 kg with it, despite its versatility and huge screen.

ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED

Performance that matters
The Intel Evo-certified Zenbook 17 Fold OLED is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, Intel Iris Xe graphics, with 16 GB RAM, and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD for easy multitasking. The 75-watt-hour battery has USB-C Easy Charge, so it can be charged quickly with most USB-C chargers, power banks, or Power Delivery-certified chargers, including the provided 65 W fast-charge adapter.

Zenbook 17 Fold OLED connects to peripherals easily. Two USB-C Thunderbolt 4 connections offer fast charging and external displays and are eight times quicker than USB 3.2 Gen 1. A USB-C to Type-A adaptor is included.

Unique fun
Zenbook 17 Fold OLED's foldable OLED touchscreen offers unparalleled entertainment. It Dolby Vision-certified display with 100% DCI-P3 and PANTONE validated for color accuracy. It includes a powerful quad-speaker Harman Kardon Dolby Atmos sound system and TÃœV Rheinland-certified blue light reduction.

Zenbook 17 Fold OLED's AI-powered capabilities improve online video calling and privacy. An HD IR camera detects user presence and locks and unlocks the laptop, an integrated color sensor adjusts screen brightness and color temperature, and a 5 MP AI webcam with ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) technology.

ASUS ZenBook 17 Fold OLED UX9702 Specs

Windows 11 Home
17.3-inch FOLED foldable display, 2560 x 1920 pixel resolution, 184ppi
60Hz refresh rate, 500-nits peak (HDR), 100% DCI-P3
VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500, PANTONE Validated
Glossy Display
12th-Gen Intel Core i7-1250U CPU, up to 4.7GHz, 2P+8E cores
16GB LPDDR5 RAM
Intel Iris Xe graphics
1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD storage
5MP camera, IR
Stereo speakers, Harman Kardon
Array microphone
Cortana and Alexa voice recognition
Free Microsoft Office Home and Student 2021 lifetime license
Soft keyboard, 1.4mm key travel, Touchpad
3.5mm headphone jack
2x Thunderbolt 4 (display, power delivery)
WiFi 6e, dual-band
Bluetooth 5.0
Color: Tech Black
MIL-STD-810H military-grade
75WHr battery, 4-cell Li-ion, 65W USB-C adapter
1.5kg

Pricing and availability
ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED (UX9702) is priced at ₱219,995 and comes in a premium Tech Black color with a free lifetime license to Office Home & Student 2021. With a limited quantity of only 100 pieces in the Philippines. It's available in ASUS Concept stores and authorized resellers. Users can also score Zenbook 17 Fold OLED with up to 12 months of 0% installment via Home Credit. Here is the complete list of where to buy https://ph.asus.click/PRWTB.

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