New ASUS Fonepad 7 released in Malaysia

Fonepad 7

Fonepad 7

ASUS Malaysia has unveiled the new redesigned Fonepad 7 (FE170CG), a budget-friendly 7-inch tablet with full 3G telephony functionality. The new tablet is powered by the Intel Atom Z2520 (1.2Ghz) and features a narrow bezel that provides a bigger viewing area yet easily workable with one hand.


The new ASUS Fonepad 7 (FE170CG) packs the Intel Atom Z2520 (1.2Ghz) dual-core processor with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean (upgradable to Android 4.4 KitKat).

The HD IPS (1024 x 600) display provides bright and crisp visuals, while ASUS SonicMaster technology provides good audio reproduction through its front speaker.

Fonepad 7

The tablet comes built-in with 3G/HSPA supporting download speeds of up to 42Mbps and upload speeds of 5.76Mbps.

The Fonepad 7 is slim and light, weighs just 290g and measures 10.7mm at its thinnest point. The Fonepad 7 is available in four colours – black, red, white and blue.

ASUS ZenUI is now more improved with over 200 software tweaks over previous generation UI, featuring a new visual design with a modern ‘flat’ look.

What’s Next and Do It Later features, first seen in the new Zenfone series, help users be more productive.

For full specifications, visit ASUS.

Availability and pricing

The ASUS Fonepad 7 is available now at all local IT stores and resellers.

Fonepad 7 (4GB) – RM499 (SRP)

Fonepad 7 (8GB) – RM599 (SRP)

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