- Photos of the Asus Zenfone 7 appear to have been leaked, revealing important details of the device.
- The flip-up camera is likely to return.
- It seems that it would also eliminate the need for the rear fingerprint reader for an in-screen sensor.
Asus' launch event for the Zenfone 7 on August 26th may not have many puzzles left.
A number of photo leaks on Weibo and elsewhere (h / t Android police) suggests that Asus' new phone will ultimately be an evolution of the Zenfone 6, including its signature flip-up camera array. True to previous rumors, there's even a third camera - you couldn't hurt yourself choosing photos, although it's not sure what the new addition will bring. A specific leak points to a 64-megapixel main camera as well as 12-megapixel and 8-megapixel escort shooters.
Asus Zenfone 7 photo leaked
The images also show that the rear fingerprint reader has disappeared, suggesting a fingerprint sensor under the display and a switch to a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen.
One of the leaks supposedly shows the box for a model and suggests a powerful, but also relatively affordable, design. This standard version of Zenfone 7 (not the Pro version) likely has a Snapdragon 865 chip, 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, and 5G support. Earlier rumors point to 5,000 mAh batteries, at least in some versions. The 7 may lag behind all devices like the Galaxy Note 20 series by just a little, although it will likely cost a lot less.
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However, it is still not sure how much the phone will cost WinFutureRoland Quandt recommended The Zenfone 7 would stay at its predecessor's starting price of $ 499. That price would likely be for the 6GB RAM model and up to $ 549 for an 8GB RAM, 256GB storage version. In that case, the series could be a bargain compared to flagships that cost twice as much.
Availability can be the sticking point. While Asus likes to set prices in US dollars, there are no guarantees that the Zenfone 7 will hit North America or otherwise see the widespread adoption you might like. Still, the leaks suggest that Asus believes it has a formula for success on its hands.