ASUS unveils redesigned Fonepad 7

ASUS has announced the Fonepad 7 (FE170CG), the latest version of the 7-inch Android device with full 3G telephony functionality.
The Fonepad 7 comes in a range of colors and is powered by an Intel atom multi-core processor 1.2GHz with Intel hyper-threading technology.
It is narrower than its predecessor, with an 11 cm width so it can be easily held in one hand. A narrow bezel design provides users with a larger viewing area on which to experience the brand new ZenUI interface.
This Android 4.3 Jelly Bean (4.4 KitKat upgradable) tablet gives smooth multi-tasking performance and a 10-hour battery life. The 1024 x 600 display provides vivid, clear visuals, while high quality audio is provided by a front speaker, with ASUS SonicMaster technology.
Built-in 3G with HSPA+ mobile data with download speeds up to 42Mbit/s and uploads of 5.76Mbit/s mean Fonepad 7 is an always-connected device for seamless web browsing. With full 3G telephony support across GSM and WCDMA bands, Fonepad 7 can also be used for voice calls using the built-in noise-cancelling digital microphone or an optional Bluetooth headset.
Fonepad 7 has a rear-facing 2-megapixel camera capable of taking 1600 x 1200 resolution images and 720p video recording at up to 30 frames per second (fps). The front facing 0.3-megapixel camera allows for video chats and VGA video recording at 30fps. Both cameras feature f/2.8 aperture lenses.
Improved camera software features a selfie mode that automatically starts a countdown and takes a shot once it detects a preset number of faces in the frame, as well as time rewind mode which takes a series of burst shots.
Weighing just 290g and measuring 192 x 110 x 10.7mm, Fonepad 7 is narrow and light enough to comfortably fit in a user’s palm.