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ASUS debuts new lineup of Zenbook OLED laptops

Comes with 12th-generation Intel processors!

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ASUS officially unveiled its new lineup of Zenbook OLED laptops, sporting a 12th-generation Intel processor. The star-studded lineup is spearheaded by the Zenbook 14X OLED (Space Edition), a commemorative model for the 25th anniversary of ASUS’ first laptop in space.

Other premium notebooks in the lineup consists of the Zenbook 14X OLED, Zenbook 14 OLED, and the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED.

A special, unique space-themed laptop

In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the ASUS P6300 laptop’s journey in space, the company brought out the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition (UX5401ZAS).

Its designs are highly inspired by space travel, embellished by a special Zero-G Titanium finish. It also comes with a futuristic ZenVision smart display — a 3.5-inch OLED companion mounted externally on the lid.

It’s also highly durable, complying with the US Space Systems Command Standard SMC-S-016A testing protocols, withstanding extreme vibration and temperature. To put it in perspective, it’s four times stronger than the standard Military Grade.

As a headliner, it delivers a stellar performance and is backed with powerful internals. The laptop can be powered by up to 12th Generation Intel Core i7 H-series processors, a 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, a PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD, and WiFi 6E. It sports an expansive 16:10 2.8K OLED 90HZ touchscreen display, which is also PANTONE-validated.

The Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition starts at PhP 84,995.

Compact yet powerful

There’s also a brand-new Zenbook 14 OLED, promising a powerful laptop in a lightweight form factor. The laptop underwent a makeover, introducing a fresh, modern look with the ASUS monogram.

It comes in two variants housing either a 12th Generation Intel Core i7 P-series processor (UX3402) or an AMD Ryzen 5000 series processor (UM3402).

Nevertheless, both laptops promise batteries that can run for up to 19 hours. Additionally, it’s equipped with a 16:10 2.8K OLED NanoEdge display and a Harman Kardon-certified Dolby Atmos audio. All are housed in a compact chassis which also includes a full set of I/O ports, while also passing the US military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability tests.

The new Zenbook 14 OLED comes in elegant color options: Aqua Celadon and Ponder Blue for the Intel-variant (UX3402) and Jade Black for the AMD unit (UM3402).

The Intel-variant of the Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3402) starts at PhP 72,995, while the AMD variant (UM3402) starts at PhP 59,995.

A versatile device for a flexible lifestyle

Flexibility is still on fire with the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401). The machine sports ASUS’ exclusive 360-degree ErgoLift Hinge. To top it off, the dynamic device weighs only 1.4kg, even if it comes in a soothing finish made from diamond-cut aluminum alloy.

It’s powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i5 H-series processor to ensure consistent performance in different form factors. Whether in laptop, stand, tent, tablet mode, or anything in between.

Moreover, it’s equipped with a 16:10 14-inch 2.8K OLED touchscreen display. With incredibly slim 2.9mm bezels, it provides an 88 percent screen-to-body ratio. Truly perfect for a versatile, entertainment experience.

The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED retails at PhP 87,995.

Brilliance in a compact package

Last in the star-studded lineup is the non-Space Edition Zenbook 14X OLED (UX5401). It’s a stylish, compact laptop that’s also powered by up to 12th Generation Intel Core i7 H-series processors. The Zenbook 14X OLED promises a speed of up to 2.7x faster than the previous generation.

It basically carries the same components and power that the Space Edition has, with the exception of its exterior design and parts. For instance, it has a 15.9 mm thin chassis with a full complement of I/O ports.

There’s a USB Type-A port, two (2) USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ports, a standard HDMI port, a microSD card slot, and an audio jack. It’s also equipped with a 16:10 2.8K OLED HDR NanoEdge display.

The Zenbook 14X OLED starts at PhP 74,995.

Pricing and Availability

The new lineup of Zenbook laptops comes with pre-installed Microsoft Office apps (with a lifetime license). Also, they come with a free three-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud. Furthermore, the laptops come with two years Global Warranty and ASUS Platinum Protection Warranty on the first year upon purchase.

Here’s a table containing the pricing and availability of all the laptops under the new lineup.

Zenbook 14X OLED (Space Edition) UX5401ZAS-KN072WS Zero-G Titanium 14″ 2.8K 90hz 16:10 550nits touch OLED / i5-12500H / 16GB LPDDR5 / 512GB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 84,995 Available Now
UX5401ZAS-KN016WS 14″ 2.8K 90hz 16:10 550nits touch OLED / i7-12700H / 16GB LPDDR5 / 1TB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 99,995 Available Now
Zenbook 14X OLED UX5401ZA-KN130WS Pine Grey 14″ 2.8K 90hz 16:10 550nits touch OLED / i5-12500H / 16GB LPDDR5 / 512GB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 74,995 Available Now
UX5401ZA-KN092WS 14″ 2.8K 90hz 16:10 550nits touch OLED / i7-12700H / 16GB LPDDR5 / 1TB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 89,995 Available Now
Zenbook 14 OLED UX3402ZA-KM062WS Ponder Blue 14″ 2.8K 90Hz 16:10 600nits OLED / i5-1240P / 16GB LPDDR5 / 512GB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 72,995 Mid-June
UX3402ZA-KM136WS Aqua Celadon 14″ 2.8K 90Hz 16:10 600nits OLED / i5-1240P / 16GB LPDDR5 / 512GB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 72,995 Available Now
UX3402ZA-KM064WS Ponder Blue 14″ 2.8K 90Hz 16:10 600nits OLED / i7-1260P / 16GB LPDDR5 / 512GB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xe graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 79,995 Available Now
UM3402YA-KN104WS Jade Black 14″ 2.8K 90Hz 16:10 550nits touch OLED / R5-5625U /8GB LPDDR4X / 512GB PCIE3 SSD / AMD Radeon™ graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 59,995 Available Now
Zenbook 14 Flip OLED UP5401ZA-KN037WS Pine Grey 14″ 2.8K 90Hz 16:10 550nits touch OLED / i5-12500H / 16GB LPDDR5 / 512GB PCIE4 SSD / Intel Iris Xᵉ Graphics / W11 H&S ’21 PHP 87,995 Early July

The laptops will be available on any ASUS Concept Stores and authorized resellers. For a complete list of authorized stores, click here. Interested buyers of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition can visit this link to purchase the special edition laptop.

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Apple raises the prices of iPad and MacBook lineups

Price hikes start at $100.

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June 26, 2026

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Hey, remember when Apple launched the MacBook Neo, and it had the most attractive price for an Apple-branded laptop? Those were good times. Unfortunately, it was too good to be true. Responding to the ongoing RAM crisis, Apple has now increased the prices of its hardware, starting with the MacBook and the iPad lineups (via Reuters).

The “highlight” here is the price of the MacBook Neo. To be fair, the affordable MacBook is still the cheapest one of the lot, but that’s not saying much. From a starting price of US$ 599, the Neo now costs US$ 699.

Now, we’d love to say that a US$ 100 price hike is the most you can expect across the board. But that’s not true at all. Most will bring up the price by a few hundreds and up to a whopping US$ 1,300. Here’s a list of devices you’re going to see changes for:

Model Original price New price
MacBook Neo $599 $699
MacBook Air (13-inch) $1,099 $1,299
MacBook Air (15-inch) $1,299 $1,499
MacBook Pro (M5) $1,699 $1,999
MacBook Pro (M5 Pro) $2,199 $2,499
MacBook Pro (M5 Max) $3,599 $4,099
iMac $1,299 $1,499
Mac Studio (M4 Max) $1,999 $2,499
Mac Studio (M3 Ultra) $3,999 $5,299
iPad $349 $449
iPad mini $499 $599
iPad Air (11-inch) $599 $749
iPad Air (13-inch) $749 $949
iPad Pro (11-inch) $999 $1,199
iPad Pro (13-inch) $1,299 $1,499
Vision Pro $3,499 $3,699

 

The current price hikes do not include the iPhone lineup. It might only be a matter of time, though. Recently, Tim Cook confirmed that Apple can no longer shoulder the expenses of the RAM crisis by themselves, essentially signaling a huge wave of price hikes. The brand will likely continue the increases heading into the iPhone launches in September.

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ASUS brings 2026 ROG Zephyrus Duo, G16, and G14 to the Philippines

New Zephyrus laptops arrive

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June 24, 2026

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ASUS Republic of Gamers has announced the Philippine availability and pricing of its 2026 ROG Zephyrus lineup.

Headlining the range is the new ROG Zephyrus Duo, joined by refreshed versions of the Zephyrus G16 and Zephyrus G14. The latest models feature Intel Core Ultra processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs, upgraded cooling systems, and ROG Nebula HDR OLED displays.

The lineup is available through authorized retailers starting June 24, 2026.

ROG Zephyrus Duo introduces dual-screen gaming

The 2026 ROG Zephyrus Duo (GX651AX) is billed as the world’s first 16-inch dual-screen gaming laptop.

It features two 16-inch 16:10 touch displays with 120Hz refresh rates. Together, they provide up to 32 inches of combined screen space for multitasking, content creation, streaming, and gaming.

The primary display is a 3K ROG Nebula HDR OLED panel with up to 1,100 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision HDR support, and 100 percent DCI-P3 color coverage.

A new 320-degree kickstand hinge enables multiple usage modes, including Laptop Mode, Dual-Screen Mode, Book Mode, Tent Mode, and Sharing Mode. ASUS ScreenXpert software manages display layouts and transitions between modes.

Powering the device are an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, 64GB LPDDR5X memory, and 2TB SSD storage.

ROG Zephyrus Duo price in the Philippines

ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX-SR071WSM (RTX 5090, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — PhP 559,995

The laptop comes bundled with an ASUS Pen 3.0, ROG Universal Backpack, ROG Gladius III Gaming Mouse, and ASUS warranty package.

ROG Zephyrus G16 gets RTX 5090 option

The refreshed ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU606) retains its slim aluminum chassis, measuring 1.49cm thick and weighing 1.85kg.

Configurations include up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with up to 160W TGP. ASUS says the laptop supports NVIDIA DLSS 4 and Multi-Frame Generation technologies.

The 16-inch display uses a 2.5K ROG Nebula HDR OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate, VESA DisplayHDR True Black certification, and NVIDIA G-SYNC support.

Battery life is rated at up to 22 hours of video playback, while ROG Intelligent Cooling combines Tri-Fan Technology, liquid metal, and expanded ventilation for sustained performance.

ROG Zephyrus G16 prices in the Philippines

  • ROG Zephyrus G16 GU606AR-TB061WSM (RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — PhP 289,995
  • ROG Zephyrus G16 GU606AX-TB084WSM (RTX 5090, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — PhP 429,995

Both variants include an ROG Exclusive Sleeve and ROG Strix Impact Gaming Mouse.

ROG Zephyrus G14 focuses on portability

The ROG Zephyrus G14 (GU405) continues to target gamers who want a more compact machine.

It measures 1.59cm thin and weighs 1.5kg. Despite its size, ASUS equips the laptop with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with up to 130W TGP.

The device sports a 14-inch 3K ROG Nebula HDR OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, NVIDIA G-SYNC support, and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certification.

ASUS also redesigned the thermal system with thicker heat pipes, additional copper fins, and improved ventilation to boost cooling performance.

ROG Zephyrus G14 prices in the Philippines

  • ROG Zephyrus G14 GU405AP-SY057WSM (RTX 5070, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — PhP 224,995
  • ROG Zephyrus G14 GU405AW-SY069WSM (RTX 5080, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — PhP 324,995

Each model ships with an ROG Exclusive Sleeve and ROG Strix Impact Gaming Mouse.

Warranty and launch promos

All 2026 ROG Zephyrus laptops sold locally come with ASUS’ No. 1 Quality & Service Program. This includes a three-year international and local warranty, one-year accidental damage protection, and Premium Care support.

Buyers also receive a gaming mouse, three months of PC Game Pass, an Office 2024 lifetime license, one year of Microsoft 365 Basic with 100GB cloud storage, and up to 700GB of ASUS Cloud Storage.

Meanwhile, the new ROG Slash Collection 4.0 accessories, including the Slash Backpack 4.0 and Slash Sling Bag 4.0, will arrive in select ROG stores starting July 2026.

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ROG launches 2026 Strix gaming laptop series

The pinnacle of gaming experiences

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June 16, 2026

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The 2026 ROG Strix gaming laptops have officially arrived. They are available in the latest Strix G16 and G18 variants, as well as the Strix SCAR 18.

The latest gaming notebooks represent the pinnacle of gaming experiences, combining upgraded ROG Nebula Display technologies, refinements to ROG Intelligent Cooling, expanded high-speed connectivity, and a tool-less, upgrade-friendly chassis.

The 2026 ROG Strix G series raises the bar for mainstream gaming laptops. Both 16-inch and 18-inch models come with 2.5K Nebula Displays, now upgraded with ultra-fast 300Hz refresh rate.

Both models are capable of ultra-high framerates for the latest AAA games, thanks to the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080.

Their chassis can accommodate up to 32GB DDR5 memory and up to 1TB SSD storage.

The performance is complemented by advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, featuring end-to-end vapor chambers, Tri-Fan technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal.

The ROG Strix G series ranges from PhP 159,995 to PhP 319,995.

On the other hand, the 2026 ROG Strix SCAR continues ASUS ROG’s pursuit of uncompromised gaming performance.

The Strix SCAR 18 comes with the first 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED laptop panel, with over 2,000 dimming zones. ROG Nebula ELMB provides up to 16x greater motion clarity. The panel also features 1,600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3, and AGLR technology.

This laptop similarly comes with Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus, and up to GeForce RTX 5090 graphics. The graphics side is also enhanced by DLSS 4, Multi-Frame Generation, and GPU-accelerated technologies specially for the latest AAA titles.

New on the 2026 release is up to a 320W total system power. It also has a 20% thicker vapor chamber, as well as Upgraded Liquid Crystal Polymer fans to increase total airflow by 91%.

The ROG Strix SCAR 18 costs PhP 439,995.

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