{ps: i hope i didn't made a dupe thread, there is not thread on this right? i couldn't see any}

so, here goes,

Asus Fonepad Note FHD6



GENERAL 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
SIM Yes
Announced 2013, June
Status Coming soon. Exp. release 2013, Q3
BODY Dimensions -
Weight
- Stylus
DISPLAY Type Super IPS+ LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 1080 x 1920 pixels, 6.0 inches (~367 ppi pixel density)
Multitouch Yes

SOUND Alert types Vibration, MP3 ringtones
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
MEMORY Card slot microSD, up to 64 GB
Internal 8/16 GB storage, 2 GB RAM
DATA GPRS Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots), 32 - 48 kbps
EDGE Class 10, 236.8 kbps
Speed DC-HSPA+; HSDPA, 42 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, dual-band, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
NFC Yes
USB Yes, v2.0
CAMERA Primary 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus
Features Geo-tagging
Video Yes, 720p@30fps
Secondary Yes, 1.2 MP
FEATURES OS Android OS, v4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset Intel Atom Z2560
CPU Dual-core 1.6 GHz
GPU PowerVR SGX544MP2
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, compass
Messaging SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
Browser HTML5
Radio No
GPS Yes, with A-GPS support
Java Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
Colors White
- SNS integration
- MP3/WAV/WMA/AAC player
- MP4/H.264/H.263 player
- Organizer
- Document editor
- Photo viewer/editor
- Voice memo/dial
- Predictive text input
BATTERY Non-removable Li-Ion battery


[Specs credit to GSMarena]

This post has been edited by un_id: Jun 27 2013, 01:15 PM


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Intel Atom dual core, hmm, wonder how will it performs.

same digitizer tech like galaxy note?..

Not sure.. I bet different..

Design wise I already fall in love, and the stylus added the attraction. (but fall in love with many incoming phones already )

i read somewhere lenovo k900 with intel atom dual core can survived the whole day with only 2400mAh battery.its fascinating considered k900 have full hd 5.5" display

-bump- for nice 'toys' for TS

later Taiwan say Asus best den Lenvono shut up liao

I guess 6 inch is the new 4.7 inch.
Say goodbye to HTC One then?

un_id

Here perhaps? asus new line up

This one is dedicated for fonepad fhd6 while waiting for launching.. I will convert this to official thread if I decide to buy it. Lol

Perhaps..

yup agreed.. plus intel atom consumes lesser energy for the high performance tasks compared to arm conterparts

IntelAtomSoCAndroid-IA(X86)phone/tab,INTEL inside, SamsungGTab3/FHD-AsusFonepadNote6,MeMO10
https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2752934&hl=

Smartphone/Tablet processor Teread;War Begun;
https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2751654&hl=

Where is it? Asus being so quite. Even the latter launch Z ultra is already here.

It's definitely the 2nd best phablet after Note 3. But since this is Asus's first time, it's pardoned. But I'm confident 2nd gen Fonepad 6 will be better than Note 4

The hands on video from Android Central show stutters but the one from Techno Buffalo is smooth.

Looks big and thick. I'm guessing unless this is priced few hundreds cheaper than Note 3 or it will fail big time.

2nd best if not better ( depending on user needs) is the Xperia Z Ultra n definitely not this phone

Phablet is all abt the pen. Anything bigger than 5"(G2 exception) but no pen, it'll never be in my list

RM1,268 OMG SO CHEAP

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...&#entry64974779

Saw two review videos. Looks like it will lag (like when scrolling down through photo albums) even though it's Android 4.2.2 with 2GB RAM. Camera photos look whitish. Otherwise nice phone.

The price is definitely cheap for the specs and features and the design looks cool (except for the thick bezels which are a total turnoff).

A good effort from Asus!

same here. i'm hooked to a proper pen.

however, asus gives me mixed reaction. having owned 1st gen transformer... really love it. nothing to complain. but after that, had padfone2... and scary experience -- having to go Customer Service, wait, and then see so many bugs... no doubt back then, asus was fast with firmware updates, but still... its no fun having a buggy main device.

but otherwise, this is cheap and looks like a decent deal.

Mana LTE?

Wow really cheap... Anyone bought? I might take the plunge...

No flash for the camera, non removable battery and no LTE. Otherwise, the other features like full HD display, 2 front speakers, stylus capability, low price etc may make this an appealing phablet.

How is Asus' after sales service ?

This post has been edited by funguss: Dec 7 2013, 11:45 PM

Got demo unit at the mines, not bad. Everything is smooth and screen is very very nice and bright. Sound is clear but not loud, maybe cuz the place was too crowded just now. And yes, its really cheap for what you're getting.

Might be getting 1 myself, will try play again tomorrow

bro, pls try it and share the feedback with us. the price is attrative. i watched youtube link, the modern combat 4 cannot run at all

If gaming is important, you can forget about this phablet as the Atom processor does not perform well ( based on my previous experience using the Fonepad 1.2 n 1.5 Ghz) and many games are incompatible too
If you are looking for a budget phablet with reasonably good performance - Huawei Ascend Mate , Mega 6.3

This post has been edited by benny888: Dec 8 2013, 10:47 AM

For normal usage, browsing, watch movies and light gaming is smooth. But heavy games didnt get to try, internet was so slow at the shop. See the spec seems to be the same with Lenovo K900. Perhaps can check with k900 users.

Contrary to most review, the back of the fon is like rubberized matte feeling. Not glossy so no fingerprint issue. Only black color available, white not yet arrive

except for the thickness and soft buttons, I think this device rocks! Especially for that price.

Finally bought this phone after few times playing at the shop. Got it at rm1399 with 6 months instalment


Still cant believe the price i paid for the experience of this fon

i was at Digital Mall PJ. saw some demo units.

played around with it. wow... it feels very much like a note (i'm a Note 2 user). there's even pen hovering function (looks like they use wacom screen tech?!?)...

scrolling was smooth. din really feel any lag. 6" isn't as uncomfortable as i would have expected.

din try games and photos.

but ya, had to agree with forgot_86. we played a sample video that was in the phone and maxed the volume. could not really hear anything. it's bad for a phone with 2 front facing speakers.

since you got yourself a unit. if you have the time, can try and test out the following games (just curious to know how it does):
* Destroy Gunner SP (alpha) @ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?....DGunsSPF&hl=en
* Asphalt 8 @ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?....ANMP.GloftA8HM (it's now free)
* Fifa 14: @ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...ifa14_row&hl=en
and maybe CSR Racing too @ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...otion.csrracing

these are considered the graphic intensive games. do let us know how it performs.

soft button is the way to go. i prefer soft buttons.

yes bro, i m serious considering these few models. Have to study more before i make any decision. The asus model is attrating me with the FHD resolution plus 32GB internal. While the Ascend mate is for its battery life and the ability of using sd card as internal storage. As for Mega, i m not so keen. Side note, the G Pro can be get at RM1.2 via Taobao hence it is a good deal and good contestant in my heart. and it's a f240k model


yes bro you should try it and share

Just got this just now for RM1399 (+ free 2 years international warranty, 16GB Memory Card and 12 months EZP). So far, this thing is great for reading, which is the primary reason i bought it for as my Ipad is tad too heavy.

I had a chance to play with a black set in LYP.

Nice full HD screen and finishing. Contrary to reviews which said that it has a glossy plastic surface, it actually came with a soft touch back cover which is slip resistant.

Feels light and not too bulky despite its thickness. Not much bloatware installed.

However, the 2 front speakers are a big disappointment. Even my Mega's single rear speaker is so much louder. Wonder if firmware update can fix this.

I came across some online retailers who are selling this for less than $ 1,300. I suppose it's really good value.

This post has been edited by funguss: Dec 9 2013, 03:06 PM

never mind... got confused by the Asus products.

This post has been edited by mydragoon: Dec 9 2013, 03:24 PM

so how does it feel in your hand compared to your Mega 6.3? Is it about the same size?

It feels just a little smaller and lighter despite it being thicker.

I like the back cover which is slip resistant and gives a more premium feel. The Mega's glossy plastic feels cheap and slippery.

This post has been edited by funguss: Dec 9 2013, 03:56 PM

After 1 day...
Design wise - nice n comfy to hold in hands, much better than my previous z ultra. No creaky parts, good built quality.
UI Experience - very fast n smooth, didnt encounter any lagging. I love the one handed operation features which can select between 4.3 to 4.7 inch.
Display - its better than my previous z ultra, the screen somehow is more lively. Like htc butterfly. Can also adjust color saturation
Performance - so so, havent got to try it to the fullest. But as requested by some user, i did play Asphalt 8(omg the file so big), its running smooth. Same with real racing 3.
Sound - loudspeaker is nice n rich but at maximum its still not loud enough. Need to put my ringtone level at 80 percent when outdoor.
Stylus - comparable to note 1 or note 2 maybe? Very accurate n smooth. Fon can even detect where is ur last stylus location.
Battery - plug off at 6am. At 4pm left with 40%. SOT 1hour 30minutes. With wifi on allthe time, internet browsing, downloads, whatsapp n play games. Not so good but still ok. will keep monitor later with normal usage.

Hi, how about the performance of the GPS when used in a car? Can it get a lock on quickly and maintain signal ?

This post has been edited by funguss: Dec 9 2013, 04:44 PM

Sorry i dont have mobile data, cant test. If at home with wifi the lock time is acceptable, not slow.

You can actually test it with an app called GPS Data cos it doesn't require mobile data.

I understand that the black one feels more premium, but the white version has creaky parts. When are you getting yours?

Can't wait to get one for myself.

Haha....I don't think I will get it although it's tempting. Still love my Mega 6.3 very much and have no use for the stylus. The lack of flash for the camera is also a put off cos I use it as a torchlight pretty often

THAT and also the soft buttons is putting me off. Saw review on youtube, the soft buttons is always there. Can we make it to autohide or something? It's eating into the screen.

Go to google play and download:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...md.hidesoftkeys

hey thanks dude.....

After second charge, i managed to get better battery life tho with not much activity + wifi always on. Hit SOT 3 hours with 32% left.



Its decent, but still far to compare to one max, note 3, n G2.
Watching movies, n browsing is awesome, which is my main use besides sketching note. I can see now why some user put stylus as top priority in big smartphone

This post has been edited by forgot_86: Dec 11 2013, 01:31 PM

Thanks for the input, really appreciate it.

Hi,
Today Asus just release a new phone.. padfone mini... which is better? Note FHD6? as the padfone mini is a quadcore....for rm1300...

This post has been edited by ethantan: Dec 11 2013, 07:03 PM

are flip cases available for sale in klang valley for this fonepad 6? thank you.

did u guys get a case and screen protector with this phone?

i'm contemplating this or note 3... i like this but it has no led flash for camera... quite a deal breaker. but the price so good. lol.

I came from Mega 6.3, then Note 3. But I went back to Mega 6.3. This Fonepad have stereo speakers, 6 inch and a stylus which is a plus..

Minus points are the soft buttons, thickness and lack of flash. (not that it matters to me).

Any other user feedback?

how is the stylus performance? is it accurate like the Note?

Hey there owners~ what do you think of your fonepad note 6 camera performance?

The stylus is very accurate. But note 3 stylus has more features of course.

The camera is good and responsive. But in low light condition i find the picture abit blur (no flash)

Thanks, btw in good lighting do you notice any whitish glare in the pictures/videos?

I'm not so sure about that. In good lighting the camera works as usual, which is pretty good enough for me.

Btw, up until now, ASUS have already release 3 software updates for this phone. The latest update brings major improvement to the sound system. Now the Stereo Speaker is more loud and clear. The difference in Audio Wizard setting between Movie mode and Music mode is now more significant.

On battery life, I can constantly get SOT of 4 Hours to 4.5 Hours with battery left 15%.

But casing until now cannot find at all. Lucky the rubber like texture on the back help to prevent scratches.

Yours is a black unit right? The white unit is the hard plastic?

Any fonepad 6 users facing some irregular mobile standby draining battery?

I dont think white is available yet but based on most reviews, white seems like hard plastic.

No issues here.

What sim card is this phone using? Maybe getting one tonight

Micro-SIM

Watched youtube review just now....the soft buttons does not auto hide does it? Are all phones with soft buttons the same? Hehe so many questions..

Yes.

The soft buttons on the Xperia Z and ZL goes away depending on the app used. It will reappear when screen is touched.

Just got mine....quite premium feel. Size does not differ much...weight felt slightly lighter compared to mega...

It's 170 gm vs Mega which is 199 gm. Thinner too iirc.

You still keeping the Mega ?

Yeah...still keeping the mega...Will swap SIM card tomorrow

Just got 2 updates just now. Battery is going dead. Need to charge

This post has been edited by yoyoan: Dec 31 2013, 12:43 AM

Do let us know how this compares to the Mega.



This post has been edited by funguss: Dec 31 2013, 01:34 AM

After 12 hours in my hands:

1. Screen scores much better than mega.
2. Camera is at par at least. Got burst feature.
3. The black one is slippery for me but my wife says it's not. Personal preference I'd say.
4. Soft keys will auto hide in you tube and while playing movies.
5. Playing games-no problems on CSR Racing but stuttered in Jetpack.
6. Was VERY HOT while syncing. But soon after everything cools down
7. Achieved SOT almost 3 hours today on the first charge.
8. It has a battery saver which blocks whatsapp gtalk Line and such when the phone is suspended.

Btw....this device reminds me of my Dell Streak....largely because of the sounds and vibration....

However I have problem Helium is not detecting my external sd card. However the phones can read photos and music inside the card.

This post has been edited by yoyoan: Dec 31 2013, 07:56 PM

Happy new year!!

Happy new year.

Question to any owner.

Does this device have palm rejection? Meaning when you place your palm on the screen you can still use the stylus. This is a very important feature of any device featuring a stylus as a selling point.

This will do good as a secondary device.

how's the touch screen responsive-ness?

Yes it does have palm rejection. Native app is named SuperNote. The pen is exactly the same like note series with the same tip.

The charger is also the same like note 3 except it is black in colour .

This post has been edited by yoyoan: Jan 1 2014, 05:59 PM

Not sure how to answer this but....for me it is okay. Not once hang on me yet. Although the stock keyboard is a bit cluttered. Like Note 1.

extensive testing, i concluded the phone misreporting mobile draining without actually draining

I was in the thunder match pc shop and and i found this beauty, i try to hold and play with and its quite impressive, responsive and nice, its power by atom dual core 2ghz and the screen is Full HD

How is the GPS and Wi-Fi strength? Some review say not good.
What about phone quality?
Thanks.

Used to own it, for its price the build quality is amazing. Feels solid and very smooth. Never had any problems, kinda regret selling it.
Other brands of the same price can never match, I dare say

U mean GPS can get satelite fast? What about Wi-Fi strength? Is it strong?
Cause I using GPS and Wi-Fi a lot.
I'm now decide between Lenovo S930 and this.
Thanks.

This post has been edited by saykong: Mar 1 2014, 11:24 AM

somebody can post GPS Test screnshoot ? I want to know how many glonass on the malaysian sky.

This phone price drop so fast

Rm899 by Directd

AP set?

How about battery life?

i think it's today only promotion or they clear stock. they had done this a few times before. last time HTC One X last selling price rm700 until finish, HTC butterfly RM1250

Got my FHD6 today from there too today by the way

How good it is? Thinking of buying one but already using Note2.

BTW, does the SuperNote support like drawing some diagram and add remarks beside?

couldn't see it in DirectD thread

check lelong.my

No idea, honestly I don't use the pen

well looks like other sellers on Lelong also selling same price now

Can detect writing nicely, and can add typing. When the stylus is pulled out a tab appears on the left, and using that can scribble on seemingly any screen. Also stylus is detected even when hovering near screen.


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