Asus launches refreshed VivoBook Flip 14 convertible with Kaby Lake-R and a new chassis
The new aluminum design trims off almost 2 mm from the bezels compared to the last generation model without impacting battery life or connectivity features. The affordable convertible is now shipping on Amazon and other online retailers for $750 USD.
The 2017 Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP410 was an affordable convertible laptop with an impressive 1080p touchscreen for the price. For 2018, Asus has refreshed the system almost completely with updated processors and a sleeker design.
Called the VivoBook Flip 14 TP412, the new convertible sports Core i5-8250U and i7-8550U Kaby Lake-R CPUs to replace the aging Core i5-7200U and i7-7500U on the 2017 model. Thickness has decreased from 19 mm to 17.6 mm and the bezels are now narrower along the top edge of the notebook for a slightly lighter weight and a higher screen-to-body ratio (82 percent vs. 78.7 percent). The changes should make the newer model more ergonomic to use in all modes.
We're hopeful that the TP412 chassis will be more rigid as flexibility was one of our main complaints about the TP410. Both battery capacity and the variety of ports remain identical to last year's model.
The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP412 is now shipping via online retailers for a starting price of $750 USD. Check out the official product page for more details and images on the system.
Specifications according to press release:
SPECIFICATIONS
ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 (TP412)
Processor
8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8550U (TP412UA-DB71T) 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-8250U (TP412UA-DB51T)
Operating System
Windows 10 Home
Display
14" FHD (1920x1080) IPS panel with 6.15mm NanoEdge bezel
Graphics
Intel® UMA
Memory
8GB
Storage
256GB SATA III SSD
Connectivity
1 x HDMI 1.4b 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™ (USB-C™), data transmission only 1 x Headset jack (combo) 1 x SD card 1 x DC jack
-- Versatile 14-inch convertible laptop featuring a 360°-flippable NanoEdge display for immersive viewing, and powered by 8th Gen Intel Core processors --
Key Points
14" convertible laptop has an aluminum chassis and a 360°-flippable display for versatile use in laptop, stand, tent and tablet modes — or anything in between
Slim-bezel NanoEdge display provides a high 82% screen-to-body ratio and larger screen area for more immersive viewing
Powered by 8th Generation Intel Core processors and equipped with 8GB RAM and a 256GB SSD
Fremont, CA (September 18, 2018) — ASUS today announced the availability of VivoBook Flip 14 , a stylish new addition to the VivoBook Flip Series of convertible Windows 10 laptops featuring a 360°-flippable display that allows this versatile device to be used in laptop, stand, tent and tablet modes — or anything in between.
The VivoBook Flip 14 features an ASUS NanoEdge touchscreen with a 6.15mm-thin bezel for more immersive viewing. Powered by 8th Generation Intel® processors for powerful and energy-efficient performance, the VivoBook Flip 14 is also equipped with 8GB RAM, a 256GB SSD and a touchpad-mounted fingerprint sensor for one-touch login via Windows Hello. The VivoBook Flip 14 also supports the ASUS Pen active stylus for accurate input and writing with a natural, responsive feel.
Stylish Aluminum Chassis With a High-quality Stepless Hinge
The VivoBook Flip 14 is one of the most portable 14-inch convertible laptops available thanks to its slim 17.6mm profile and overall weight of just 3.31 lb. Its aluminum chassis is finished in a stylish Star Grey color.
To ensure ultimate durability, the precision-engineered stepless 360° metal hinge on the VivoBook Flip 14 has been subjected to 20,000-cycle open-and-close tests. This gives users the flexibility of working in laptop mode, and then flipping into tent mode to share ideas with colleagues. They can watch movies hands-free by switching to stand mode. The VivoBook Flip 14 can be instantly flipped into the handy tablet mode, too.
NanoEdge Display
The NanoEdge touchscreen on VivoBook Flip 14 has an ultraslim 6.15mm bezel, resulting in an 82% screen-to-body ratio and a larger screen area for more immersive viewing. The NanoEdge design enables ASUS engineers to fit a 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) display into a chassis the same size as a typical 13-inch laptop. It features 178˚ wide-view technology to ensure that colors and contrast remain vivid and bold, even when viewed at sharp angles. This makes it the perfect solution for sharing content with friends and colleagues.
Geared for Productivity and Entertainment
The VivoBook Flip 14 is powered by up to an 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with 8GB memory for powerful, energy-efficient performance. A 256GB SSD gives users the capacity for storing files, photo albums and media libraries, plus faster data speeds. In addition, exclusive ASUS SonicMaster audio technology combines precision-crafted hardware with software tuning for truly immersive sound.
Integrated Fingerprint Sensor and ASUS Pen Support
The VivoBook Flip 14 features a touchpad with an integrated fingerprint sensor, featuring Windows Hello support for one-touch Windows login. The touchscreen is compatible with the ASUS Pen active stylus, enabling users to write effortlessly and draw just like they would on paper, notebook or canvas, and the VivoBook Flip 14 also features a keyboard with full-size backlit keys and ambient-light control, so users can stay productive even in dark environments. In addition, the VivoBook Flip 14 features Cortana with far-field technology, allowing users to access Cortana even when they’re up to four meters away from the laptop.
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AVAILABILITY & PRICING
The ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP412UA-DB71T is immediately available for a MSRP of $849 USD at Adorama Camera, CDW, and Electronic Express. The ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP412UA-DB51T is immediately available for a MSRP of $749 USD at the ASUS Storeand Amazon.
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