LIVE News Updates: Asus Zenfone Pro, Zenfone Lite Launched: Priced in India at Rs 7499 and Rs 5999

Catch all the actions from the global event as Asus will launch two new budget-end Zenfones in India today.

New Asus Zenfone Phone (Photo Credits: Flipkart)
17 Oct, 15:17 (IST)
Asus Zenfone Max M1 Launched (File Photo)

Both the new budget smartphones - Zenfone Max and Zenfone Lite are launched with an introductory prices. The devices will go on sale during Flipkart's Festive Dhamaka Days along with special bank offers.

17 Oct, 14:17 (IST)

Asus India has finally revealed the new budget end smartphones in India that are christened as Zenfone Max and Zenfone Lite. The Lite model is priced at Rs 5999 whereas the Max model is launched with an introductory prices of Rs 7499. This price are applicable during the festive days only.

17 Oct, 14:03 (IST)

Asus India has finally launched the new Zenfone Max and Zenfone Lite smartphones at Rs 7499 and Rs 5999.

17 Oct, 13:57 (IST)

The new Zenfone Max and Zenfone Lite smartphones will be retailed exclusively via Flipkart. The devices will go on sale during Flipkart's Festive Dhamaka Days along with special bank offers.

17 Oct, 13:55 (IST)

Coming to the battery backup, the Zenfone Lite smartphone gets 3000 mAh battery with up to 23 hours of Wifi browsing, up to 36 hours of 3GB talk time and up to 16 hours of video playback. On the other hand, Zenfone Max packs a 4000 mAh battery which gives 36 hours of 3G talk time and 16 hours of video playback. It also comes with a reverse charging functionality.

17 Oct, 13:50 (IST)

At the front, the Zenfone Lite gets a 5MP selfie camera with LED flash whereas Zenfone Max incorporates an 8MP camera with LED flash as well as bunch of new features.

17 Oct, 13:48 (IST)

For optics, both the smartphones get 13MP rear snapper with better low light image capturing capability. it also get portrait mode, Beauty, HDR, Live filters, time lapse and more.

17 Oct, 13:45 (IST)

Both the new Zenfones come with triple slot as well as GPS, VOLTE and Wifi b/g/m for connectivity options. The Zenfone Lite and Max smartphones also get 82 percent of screen to body ratio.

17 Oct, 13:43 (IST)

Asus Zenfone Lite comes with 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage and up to 256GB expandable memory. On the other hand, Asus Zenfone Max gets 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage with 256GB of expandable memory.

17 Oct, 13:39 (IST)

To take the proceedings further, Dinesh Sharma, Head of Mobile Business, Asus India takes the center stage to reveal more about Asus Zenfone Max & Zenfone Lite Smartphones.

17 Oct, 13:36 (IST)

Leon Yun finally announces the two new Zenfones that will be launched in India today - Asus Zenfone Lite and Zenfone Max.

17 Oct, 13:33 (IST)

Leon Yun gives a quick recap of Asus India's journey for the year.

17 Oct, 13:33 (IST)

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 India launch event commences as Leon Yun, Regional Head, India & South Asia, Asus India - takes the center stage.


Asus India will be a hosting a launch event today in New Delhi wherein the Taiwanese smartphone maker is expected to reveal two new devices that are touted as budget-end phones. With an aim to strengthen its hold in the affordable phone category, the company will be launching two new Zenfones today. The smartphone maker will be streaming the launch event live at its official YouTube channel and Facebook page. The launch event of new Zenfones is slated to commence at 1.30 PM IST and the fans can watch the Live streaming here. The official invite from the company clearly hints two new smartphones coming in the country. Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 Smartphone to Be Launched Today in India; Watch LIVE Streaming of Two New Budget Smartphones.

When launched, the smartphones will go on sale exclusively via Flipkart. Moreover, Flipkart is already running a banner for the same and it has confirms the arrival of two new budget end smartphones in the Zenfone series from Asus. New Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 Smartphone Likely to Be Launched in India on October 17; Asus Sends Invitations to Media.

The Taiwanese smartphone is also aiming to lure customers during the festive season by introducing two new Zenfones in the market. However, the company hasn’t revealed any details about the smartphones. It is speculated that the company might just introduce a successor to its much popular Zenfone Max Pro M1 which is currently priced at Rs 10,999.

Likely to be called as Zenfone Max Pro M2, the smartphone maker could be going Realme and Poco way by introducing new devices. It is speculated that new Asus Zenfones could sport a notched display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The company might also incorporate dual camera module at the rear along with stock Android OS as well as rear mounted fingerprint sensor. OnePlus 6T Launch Event Tickets to Go on Sale Today at 10 AM; Here’s How You Can Buy One.

As a reminder, Asus introduced Zenfone Max Pro M1 smartphone in India earlier this year that has been one of its popular models. Within 6 months of domestic launch, the company has retailed more than 1 million units in the market. Offered in 3 variants, the smartphone is priced from Rs 10,999 while the top-of-the-line version with 4GB RAM and 64 Rom is priced at Rs 14,999.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 17, 2018 01:19 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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