CES 2021 – Asus: Specialized Laptops for Everyone
It’s been a little over a week since the end of CES 2021, and we’ve had some time to reflect on all the amazing tech that’s been released. Due to COVID-19, this year’s CES was completely virtual, with no in-person attendance, but that was not the only aspect that changed this year. The pandemic has made us all rely a bit more on technology, from educational purposes to work, which pressured tech companies like Asus to direct their focus on building even better and more intuitive computers and systems.
Asus truly took initiative in creating a laptop perfectly designed for students who have been flung into the world of e-learning, ready or not. From elementary to college, the 11-inch Asus BR1100 was made for education.
Inherently, laptops and small children do not mix well, but the BR1100 has set out to change that with loads of protective features such as military grade toughness, rubber bumpers and spill-resistant, antimicrobial keyboard. This laptop is engineered to endure drops up to 120 cm, that combined with the super small, 11-inch size makes it perfect for young students or anyone in the market for a durable and very portable computer.
To further increase portability, the BR1100 has a 42Wh battery and 4G LTE capability, so you’re never disconnected. Lasting up to 10 hours, this battery takes away the concern of trying to find a charger mid-meeting or your laptop dying during an important lecture.
It also flips over, converting into a tablet that features a camera on the outside as well, making it optimal for recording lectures and taking notes. To make the most out of remote learning, the BR1100 is equipped with the Asus Two-Way AI Noise-Canceling Microphone and a noise-reducing camera.
Another specially designed Asus laptop unveiled at CES 2021 is the new ZenBook Duo 14. This innovative laptop is perfect for business professionals and was engineered to let you be as productive as possible. The most striking feature would have to be the secondary touch display integrated into the keyboard. The Asus ScreenPad Plus tilts upward for easy reading and allows multiple different tasks open for heightened productivity. This extra screen tilt also reduces glare.
Overall, this Pantone™ certified display offers professional level color accuracy, making it a great option for artists and designers. Additionally, the brightness is on point at 400 nits, which is 100 more than the previous model. At just 3.53 lbs, the slim ZenBook Duo 14 is a versatile tool that can be taken anywhere.
Asus continues to make strides in the technological world as is evident by these two state-of-the-art computers. By specializing these laptops for specific purposes, Asus is opening doors to new possibilities and giving the opportunity to push the boundaries of what is possible.