{"id":18367,"date":"2012-01-18T14:48:30","date_gmt":"2012-01-18T04:48:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=18367"},"modified":"2012-01-18T14:48:30","modified_gmt":"2012-01-18T04:48:30","slug":"asus-introduces-the-eee-pad-transformer-prime-with-nvidia%c2%ae-tegra%c2%ae-3-quad-core-processor-and-google%c2%ae-android%e2%84%a2-4-0-ice-cream-sandwich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=18367","title":{"rendered":"ASUS introduces the Eee Pad Transformer Prime with NVIDIA\u00ae Tegra\u00ae 3 Quad-Core Processor and Google\u00ae Android\u2122 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now available in Australia<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sydney, Australia (Jan 18th, 2012)<\/strong> \u2014 The world\u2019s first tablet featuring the NVIDIA\u00ae Tegra\u00ae 3 quad-core processor \u2013 the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime \u2013 is now available in Australia. The ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime is also the world\u2019s first tablet to be unveiled with Google\u00ae Android\u2122 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which is available through an over-the-air update.<\/p>\n

Developed with NVIDIA\u00ae and Google\u00ae, the Eee Pad Transformer Prime features an innovative mobile dock. In addition to having superior multimedia performance, the Transformer Prime boasts enhanced features that include audio powered by ASUS SonicMaster technology, an 8MP rear auto-focus camera with LED flash and an 18-hour* rated battery life when combined with the mobile dock. All of these features are housed in an ultra-slim 8.3mm metallic spun finish chassis that weighs just 586g.<\/p>\n

Multimedia enjoyment in style<\/strong>
\nFeaturing an incredibly slim form factor, the Transformer Prime is a svelte 8.3mm thin and the only metallic tablet that weighs in at a mere 586g. It brandishes a metallic spun finish design made of aluminum for a secure yet extremely comfortable grip. It comes in only one gorgeous color: Champagne Gold.<\/p>\n

The Transformer Prime features the ASUS exclusive SonicMaster technology, which is renowned for crisp and acoustically accurate audio. It produces crystal clear sound with a wide sound range, increased sound fidelity and distinct vocal enhancements not found on any other tablet in the market.<\/p>\n

The Eee Pad Transformer already boasts a wide 178\u00b0 viewing angle IPS display with scratch-resistant Corning\u00ae Gorilla\u00ae Glass, but the Transformer Prime goes further, upgraded with a brighter Super IPS+ screen that enhances the brightness of the screen for a better outdoor reading experience.<\/p>\n

Ultra performance <\/strong>
\nThe Transformer Prime is the world\u2019s first tablet to feature NVIDIA\u2019s next-generation quad-core Tegra\u00ae 3 processor, creating a new breed of high-powered tablet devices. With the quad-core CPU and 12-core GeForce\u00ae GPU, the Transformer Prime delivers the best and fastest experience for tablet-based multitasking, web browsing as well as Full HD video playback and gaming. On its own, the Transformer Prime has a battery life of up to 12 hours*, but when combined with the mobile dock it lasts up to an incredible 18 hours* as the dock recharges the tablet.<\/p>\n

Prime meets Ice Cream Sandwich <\/strong>
\nGoogle\u00ae Android\u2122 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich brings a plethora of enhancements and, when combined with the design of the Eee Pad Transformer Prime, brings the user experience to new heights. The new camera UI offers better sharing, a new panorama mode as well as live effects and backgrounds that can be applied in videos. Basic photo editing is now also built into the system, which allows for simple photo touchups.<\/p>\n

With offline browsing, users can save web pages and view them later without an Internet connection, making it convenient for travelers. While on the road without access to a Wi-Fi network, users can use the new Wi-Fi Direct feature to directly transfer files between Wi-Fi enabled devices. Other enhancements include the new default Roboto font, with a typeface that is easy to read. Users can now also access the Transformer Prime\u2019s camera directly from the lock-screen. Finally, among various other UI changes, users can easily create folders on the home screen by dragging one app on top of another.
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\nUnrivaled visual acuity <\/strong>
\nA 1.2MP front camera allows for video conferencing while an 8MP rear camera with auto-focus and LED flash takes clear and sharp photos thanks to a large F2.4 aperture, back illuminated CMOS sensor, touch-to-focus depth of field and low light noise reduction. A first for any tablet, the 8MP camera on the Transformer Prime also has the ability to take full 1080p HD video.<\/p>\n

Expandability and cloud services <\/strong>
\nThe Transformer Prime is offered in both 32GB and 64GB models. It features a micro SD card slot, 3.5mm combo audio jack and micro HDMI port so sharing both what\u2019s inside and on screen is quick and easy. However, the feature that gives the Transformer Prime its name is the mobile dock, which gives new meaning to the term versatility. The innovative and convenient design seamlessly provides the user with a keyboard and touchpad, along with limitless expandability options via the USB port and SD card slot. The preinstalled SuperNote application is able to take, draw or record notes; while Polaris\u00ae Office is great for productivity as it gives users the ability to read and edit Word, Excel and PowerPoint (MS Office 97-2007 version compatible) files. In addition, ASUS is offering 8GB of free cloud storage for life via ASUS WebStorage, so users have access to their files via the cloud no matter where they are.<\/p>\n

Prime Has Arrived video:http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jIK51LRLud4<\/a><\/p>\n

*Battery life may vary based on usage.<\/p>\n

Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Operating System\u00a0<\/td>\nAndroidTM 3.2 Honeycomb (AndroidTM 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich upgradable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Display<\/td>\n10.1″ LED Backlight WXGA (1280×800) Screen(1)
\n10 finger multi-touch support
\nScratch resistant glass (Gorilla glass)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CPU & Chipset<\/td>\nNvidia\u00ae Tegra\u2122 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Memory<\/td>\nDDR2\u00a0 1 G<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wireless Data Network<\/td>\n802.11 b\/g\/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hybrid Storage<\/td>\n32GB\/64GB\u00a0 EMMC + Unlimited ASUS Webstorage (2)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Camera<\/td>\n1.2 M Pixel Front Camera
\n8 M Pixel Rear Camera with Flash\/F2.4 Large Aperture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Audio<\/td>\nStereo Speaker
\nHigh Quality Mic.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Input \/ Output<\/td>\nPAD:<\/span>
\n1 x Micro SD Card Reader
\n1 x micro HDMI
\n1 x Audio Jack (Head Phone \/ Mic-in)<\/p>\n

Mobile Docking(Optional):<\/span>
\n1 x USB Port
\n1 x SD Card Reader<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Sensor<\/td>\nG-Sensor
\nLight Sensor
\nE-Compass
\nGyroscope<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application<\/td>\nMulti-Task Support : Yes
\nFlash Support : Yes
\nSoftware :
\n– ASUS Launcher
\n– MyLibrary
\n– MyNet
\n– MyCloud
\n– File manager
\n– ASUS Sync
\n– SuperNote
\n– App Locker
\n– App Backup
\n– Tegra Zone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery<\/td>\n12hours; 25Wh Li-Polymer Battery (3)
\n18 hours pad with dock ; 25Wh(pad) + 22Wh(docking)
\nLi-polymer Battery(3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions ; Weight<\/td>\n263*180.8*8.3mm; 586g (pad only)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \/\u00a0\u00a0 263*180.8*8~10.4mm; 537g. (dock only)\u00a0
\n263*180.8*17~19.4mm; 1123g (pad with docking)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Infusion<\/td>\nChampagne Gold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Notes<\/td>\n*1 : IPS Panel, 178\u00b0 wide view angle.
\n*2 : Complimentary one-year trial of ASUS WebStorage.
\n*3 : Battery life tested under power saving mode, playing 720p video playback, Brightness:60nits, default volume with headphones<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 
\nAustralian Retailers: <\/strong>Betta Electrical, WOW Sight and Sound, Harvey Norman, Officeworks, Leading Edge Group, JB HiFi, Bing Lee, Radio Rentals, Leading Edge Computers, Retravision, MLN, Austin Computers, Scorpion Technology, Principle Computers, PLE Computers, Digitalstar Computers, J&W Computers, K.S. Computers, CPL, Centre com, Computer Alliance and Online Centre.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Now available in Australia Sydney, Australia (Jan 18th, 2012) \u2014 The world\u2019s first tablet featuring the NVIDIA\u00ae Tegra\u00ae 3 quad-core processor \u2013 the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime \u2013 is now available in Australia. The ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime is also the world\u2019s first tablet to be unveiled with Google\u00ae Android\u2122 4.0 Ice Cream<\/p>\n

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