ASUS launches Transformer tablet in India

NEW DELHI, INDIA: ASUS Technology, a provider of computing devices and services, today announced the launch of its new ASUS EEE Pad Transformer TF101 Tablet.

The new product features QWERTY keyboard, a multi-touch touchpad, two USB ports, a 3.5mm audio jack, a built-in SD card reader and provides 6 hours to 16 hours of battery back up, said a press release.

“It has been our constant endeavour to roll out products driven by technology and innovation at the forefront. We are excited to launch the much-awaited ASUS Transformer in India. This latest creation will bring revolution in the field of technology with its magical features and stylish looks. With this innovative product, the Indian consumers would experience cutting edge technology that the world has been talking of,” commented, Alex Huang, country head, ASUS Technology (India).

Quick Picks

• Weighs about 680gm

• Powered by Nvidia Tegra 2 Dual core processor

• Runs on Android v3.0 Honeycomb

• Two USB ports

• 3.5mm audio jack

• Priced at Rs.32,999

“We believe the demand for tablets is poised to grow phenomenally as users start to experience the limitless potential of this device. Users have also started opting for innovative options. The ASUS EEE Pad Transformer is one such choice,” said, Unaez Quraishi, Sales and Distribution director, System Business, ASUS Technology (India).

He added this Android tablet employs ASUS's netbook expertise, including a keyboard dock that not only makes typing easier it also doubles the battery life and boosts connectivity.

The new offering comes preloaded with Polaris Office 3.0, a professional mobile office Solution that helps users to edit various types of office documents. It also features ASUS WebStorage with one year of unlimited storage space that provides worry-free cloud computing, the release added.

ASUS Eee Pad Transformer TF101 tablet is priced at Rs.32999.