ZS670KS is the ZenFone 7 Pro

July 14, 2020 Categories: News, ZenFone 7, ZenFone 7 Pro, ZS670KS by 0 Comments

The temperature is rising when it comes to ZenFone 7 information. We have a good one here and we are 100% certain of the validity of this information. We can confirm the existence of a pro model ZenFone 7.

The ZenFone 7 Pro is real. It was last week when the first real information emerged, albeit no supporting documentation or evidence was provided. In that leakage, it was said there was going to be a ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro model. This was contrary to what ASUS said in the past regarding one model, per year. Success of the ZenFone 6 likely changed things and we are happy for that!

We can tell you that the model ZS670KS is indeed the ZenFone 7 Pro model. It comes with the Snapdragon 865+ processor, 5,000mAh battery and 30W charging. The model in listings shows 512GB storage (likely more configurations available) and a 2TB microSD card slot. That is all we know, for sure. Anything else is speculation at this point.

Certainly what we hope for, as many of you do, is for the ZenFone 7 Pro (ZS670KS) to come with AMOLED display. If you throw in 5G, it’s going to be one expensive phone, but if it has the flip camera module, then take our money already. Please!

The ROG Phone 3 model number ends in “KS” which confirms the existence of the Snapdragon 865+ inside. Typically all ASUS phones end in “KL” which indicates Snapdragon processors. The “KS” is a new identifier for ASUS, but given the ZenFone 7 Pro is ZS670KS, it confirms further that indeed it has the Snapdragon 865 Plus inside. This extra powerful processor seems essential for a “pro” model so no surprise in this development.

There were some filings today regarding a discovered model of ASUS_I002D which at this point, we’re going to call it the ZenFone 7 Pro. It’s not clear if ASUS_I002 could refer to both pro and non pro models, and only time will tell.

Normally we would post sources, but in this case we won’t. We have two reliable pieces of documentation that clearly indicate the information we’ve posted here. It’s solid. Perhaps we will post the screenshots if there is some doubt as to the validity of our report here.

Stay tuned, as we feel more is coming in hours, not days!

Update: Indeed, evidence has now been found that confirms the existence of two models, one with Snapdragon 865 and another model with a Snapdragon 865 Plus. Thus, we were right!

More ZenFone 7 details emerge

July 14, 2020 Categories: News, ZenFone 7, ZenFone 7 Pro, ZS670KS by 2 Comments

Can you feel it? There is immense pressure with each and every passing day regarding the ZenFone 7 release. It’s certainly a mystery device in comparison to it’s cousin, the ROG Phone 3 which is set for a similar release date but has seen plenty of news and leakage.

Today we can confirm that the ZenFone 7 is the ASUS_I002D. This is confirmed information through a number of filings which have been discovered today. What’s important is not the “D” as these letters alternate between regions, so technically the ZenFone 7 is ASUS_I002 and the last letter will indicate what region/model the phone is.

But there is more. The filings also shed some light into more specs, including the ZenFone 7 having a 5,000mAh battery and 30W charging. With there being a possible pro model, it’s not yet clear if both models will feature this size battery and charging. Quite likely they will but that information is still unclear at this point.

We have one other nugget which we will be adding to this article in the next few minutes as we substantiate the information.

Update: The listed model has 512GB storage with 2TB microSD card capacity.

See? ASUS can only keep the ZenFone 7 secret for so long. Of course the big unveil/leak that we want to see is whether the flip camera module is carried over to this next generation model. Certainly the internet is reporting that the ZenFone 7 does, but until we see photographic proof, we hold our breath.

Stay tuned, we’re adding to this article!

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New reports suggests flip camera on ZenFone 7 and Pro model

July 9, 2020 Categories: News, ZenFone 7, ZenFone 7 Pro by 0 Comments

With ASUS set to unveil the ROG Phone 3 in about two weeks from now, the ZenFone 7 news and rumors have been rather minimal. That may be changing however. A new report from a reliable website is suggesting something we almost gave up hope on.

According to this new report, there will be two models, the ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro. We have been skeptical at the suggestion of there being more than one model because ASUS has been on record saying one phone, per year, that’s it. Maybe that taste of success with the ZenFone 6 changed their strategy.

Consider too that the ZenFone 6 featured LCD display technology. For many (like me) that was a deal breaker. It’s entirely possible that ASUS could include an AMOLED display technology on the ZenFone 7 Pro which could justify a higher price point. Many people would be more than happy to pay more for that display option.

The bigger aspect of this report however is that the ZenFone 7 will feature the flip camera module, but with more lenses. We took the previous leaked images of what was said to be the ZenFone 7 which show hole punch design and not flip camera.

Why might we believe this unsubstantiated report rather than the previously leaked images? It’s the silence of the ZenFone 7 rumors that has us curious. Maybe the reason ASUS has kept the ZenFone 7 under wraps to this extent is because they want to keep this a surprise. Either that or there is nothing particular special about the ZenFone 7 which would be true if it simply has the common hole punch design.

We have confidence in this recent report. It’s a credible source. Sure there isn’t a document or image associated with the report but we can certainly entertain it’s authenticity.

The ZenFone 7 has no official news so it’s certainly lagging behind the ROG Phone 3 which ASUS is promoting already. The ZenFone 7 could make an incredible splash if indeed it’s sporting a more complex, multi-lense flip camera module. Let’s all hope for something special!

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News about ZenFone 7 hard to come by. Why?

June 12, 2020 Categories: News, ZenFone 7 by 0 Comments

As we reach the mid point of June 2020, barely a whisper about the ZenFone 7. This shows that ASUS is managing to limit leaks but at the same time it’s quite odd given the fact the ROG Phone 3 has been spotted in various ways. Both new phones slated for a similar launch date, so what gives?

We are quite certain that the ZenFone 7 is not going to feature the flip camera but instead will have a double pin hole on the front of the display. This belief comes from a couple of early leaked images that we believe to have some validity.

Given that the flip camera was a feature worthy of praise, the ZenFone 7 may not posses a similar “wow” factor and as a result, the inventory woes won’t be a problem this time around. So we expect no issues with in-stock inventory, but we do wonder if specs alone will be enough for the ASUS ZenFone 7 to get some of the ZenFone 6 shine. It’s doubtful considering the number of competitors and strong mobile phone brand names that tend to dominate every year.

The lack of news is largely the result of the virus pandemic. Computex 2020 being delayed and now cancelled has put a real damper in any ASUS product unveils. Many other companies have done low-key launches so it’s entirely possible that we will wake up and see the ZenFone 7 listed on the ASUS website without much of a lead-up at all. This would be acceptable given the global pandemic and concerns on a much bigger scale than a smartphone release.

So be assured that we are monitoring our usual source for ZenFone 7 information. Each day we get more determined because when the flood gates open, there will be lot of news and information to cover. Stay tuned and follow our Twitter channel for breaking news!

ZenFone 7 triple camera flip module possible, so says patent filings

December 29, 2019 Categories: News, Uncategorized, ZenFone 7 by 1 Comment

ASUS really caught the tech world by surprise with their innovative “flip camera” module. It has proven to be the ultimate way to enable all-screen displays that are completely notch free. It’s so impressive that other big name phone companies have taken note. Huawei is one such company and their recent patent filing shows they are looking at implementing a triple-camera flip module on their next generation phones.

With all the material shortages and inventory woes of the ZenFone 6 thanks to the camera flip module, we asked out loud whether ASUS would consider a flip mechanism on their ZenFone 7 series. When some of the biggest players in the mobile phone industry take notice and appear poised to release their own flip camera, ASUS may simply not have a choice but to keep their trademark flip camera module.

There is something to be said about short term pain for long term gain. One would think that this first generation flip module on the ZenFone 6 will mean a better rollout of the next generation ZenFone 7. Over the recent months we wondered about fitting triple cameras into such a mechanism. It’s clear that mobile phones are headed to the triple camera system and if the flip module can’t keep pace with that trend, then it would make a flip camera module obsolete. It’s always going to be a question of how much technology that can be put into a flip camera module.

We are cautiously optimistic about a triple-camera system in the ZenFone 7. It’s one thing to see a patent from a competitor, but it’s another thing to see this implementation in real life. A bigger mechanism means what for production? Will this strain the mechanism that ASUS implemented in the ZenFone 6 or can they just get away with some minor tweaks in order to add another lense?

It’s not great news for ASUS to see big companies like Huawei embracing the potential of a flip camera module. Sure it’s nice to be innovators, but in terms of competitive edge, ASUS seems bound to lose that next year with their ZenFone 7. Perhaps the manufacturing and engineering side of things will slow down competitors. ASUS can stick this feather in their cap and hopefully gain some credibility points in the minds of consumers and tech reviewers that they were first and others followed.

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