ASUS & Verizon Launch The ZenPad Z8 Tablet

R. Chandrasekaran

Thu, Jun 16, 2016, 1:05 PM

ASUS, Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) revealed that the ASUS ZenPad Z8 tablet, a multimedia powerhouse featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 hexa-core processor, is immediately available on the best network for pre-order. Also, it would be available exclusively at Verizon and its retail stores beginning Thursday, June 23.

The companies indicated ASUS ZenPad Z8 is sleek and luxurious, with a refined design and the latest connectivity. The ZenPad features a 2048x1536 (QXGA) resolution screen delivering stunning clarity and vivid colors with great 178 degree viewing angles. Its VisualMaster technology improves and maximizes contrast, sharpness, and motion clarity depending on the situation, providing the best media viewing experience.

Interestingly, the device would Support Verizon's 4G LTE network, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth makes for a seamless network experience with a wide range of supported peripherals. The companies claimed that ZenPad Z8 is the ultimate entertainment device for watching movies, TV shows, and sports, listening to music and playing the latest mobile games.

ASUS Corporate VP and GM for mobile communications, Benson Lin, said, "ASUS is excited to launch the ZenPad Z8 with Verizon. The ASUS ZenPad Z8 brings an incredible feature set and top-end specifications to Verizon customers at a very attractive price. We're thrilled to begin this relationship with Verizon and for users to experience the ZenPad Z8 on Verizon's expansive 4G LTE network."

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