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ROG’s first gaming smartphone and other innovative gaming devices at Computex 2018

ASUS’ Republic of Gamers ROG held a press conference at Computex 2018 called “For Those Who Aren’t Afraid to Dream,” which showcased the latest gadgets for gamers, including the ROG Phone, the world’s first gaming smartphone with a vapor chamber in its cooling system. The conference also showcased the world’s first tri-band ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Wi-Fi router, with over 10,000 Mbps of throughput, and brand new categories of devices: ROG Ryujin and ROG Ryuo liquid cooling systems, and the 1200W ROG Thor Platinum power supply. The packed program concluded with the ROG Strix SCAR II and ROG Strix Hero II gaming notebooks, as well as the ROG Delta gaming headset.

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ASUS President Johnny Shea didn’t hide his enthusiasm for the expansion of the ROG product line: “Today is a celebration for those who are not afraid to dream, for the most daring. Twelve years ago, we founded the ROG brand to create first-class gaming devices for eSports victories. Today, thanks to the hard work of our engineers, designers, and the contributions of professional gamers and PC enthusiasts around the world, we have realized the quintessential ROG philosophy. We will continue to work hard to create new generations of gaming devices.

The highly anticipated ROG Phone features the unique GameCool 3D cooling system with an evaporation chamber. Designed specifically for gamers, the smartphone features AirTrigger ultrasonic sensors and ports located on the side edge for easy use in a horizontal position. The AMOLED display also boasts serious gamer features like HDR support, 90Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time.

This smartphone is made for gamers. It features the world’s fastest octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor with an increased clock speed of 2.96GHz and a Qualcomm Adreno 630 optimized graphics core for gaming – an unrivaled configuration that leaves the competition far behind. During the launch of the gaming smartphone, Don McGuire, vice president of global product marketing at Qualcomm Technologies, highlighted the longstanding collaboration between ROG and Qualcomm Technologies, a division of Qualcomm Incorporated: “Over the years, Qualcomm Technologies and ASUS have achieved a lot together. We’re delighted to be contributing to the heart of an innovative device like the ROG Phone.

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Our Snapdragon 845 processor with a completely redesigned architecture and game-optimized Adreno 630 graphics is faster than ever. The ROG Phone’s thermal performance was designed not to degrade frame rates during intensive use, and its low power consumption allowed us to play longer without sacrificing battery life. Designed primarily for gaming, the Snapdragon 845 gives you blazing fast performance with great graphics and gigabit connections on both LTE and Wi-Fi, using the new 802 802 standard.11ad”.

ROG engineers also collaborated with Garena, the developer of the popular mobile survival shooter Free Fire, to create the ROG Phone. These collaborations have helped unlock new possibilities for modern mobile gaming with the release of the ROG Phone. Andrew Manoogian, Head of Development at Free Fire Global Publishing shared details of the collaboration. Afterwards, a panel of professional eSports gamers, the Arena of Valor World Champions, took the stage to talk about their experiences with the ROG Phone.

After introducing the partners who contributed to the mobile gaming industry, another gaming device was announced – the ROG Delta headset, which is perfectly compatible with ROG Phone smartphone and other modern gaming devices thanks to the USB Type-C connector. ROG Delta headset has four digital-to-analog converters for different frequency ranges. The sound is of such high quality and clarity that not a single in-game rustle escapes the user’s attention.

Another innovative gadget unveiled at the press conference was the first 802 tri-band Wi-Fi router in the world.11ax. This device has a maximum aggregate bandwidth of up to 11,000 Mbps – simply unimaginable wireless connection speeds for gaming and beyond.

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ROG has not only focused on the PC gaming market, but also looks to expand its product line to continually push the limits of what you can do. ROG Ryujin and ROG Ryuo are the first ROG Liquid Cooler systems with 1.77-inch OLED LiveDash color monitors, featuring real-time system settings or user-selectable animated images. Another brand new ROG Series device is the 1200W ROG Thor Platinum power supply, featuring an IP5X dust-proof fan and Aura Sync synchronized LED backlight.

ROG Strix SCAR II and ROG Strix Hero II gaming notebooks were also unveiled at the press conference. Engineered for professional gamers, the ROG Strix SCAR II and Hero II notebooks boast unique refresh rates of 144Hz, thin screen bezels, and ultra-fast gray-to-gray response times of 3ms, giving you a distinct advantage in speed-demanding eSports disciplines. HyperStrike Pro keyboard for the most accurate input and control in gaming.

In addition to the devices showcased at the For Those Who Aren’t Afraid to Dream, other new products from ROG can be seen in the demonstration area at the company’s booth: ROG Balteus Qi gaming mouse pad with LED backlighting and special surface structure for the most precise control, equipped with Qi wireless charging technology, ROG Gladius II Wireless ergonomic wireless gaming mouse that can connect to the system through both 2.4 GHz wireless channel and Bluetooth, ROG Strix Chassis made of aluminum and tinted glass and supporting AURA Sync backlighting technology.

All ROG brand new products are on display at the company’s booth #M810 at the Nangang Exhibition Center in Taipei from June 5 to 9, 2018. Visitors to Computex 2018 will also be able to see the ROG Strix GL12 and ROG Huracan G21 desktop computers, ROG Strix GL12, ROG Strix GL12, ROG Swift PG65 and ROG Swift PG27UQ monitors, ROG G703, ROG Zephyrus M GX501 and ROG Zephyrus M GM501 gaming notebooks. All presented ROG devices can be tested in special demo zone.

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ROG Phone Smartphone

ROG Phone, a 6-inch screen smartphone designed specifically for mobile gaming. Like all ROG devices, this smartphone is designed for gamers. It features Qualcomm’s fastest octa-core Snapdragon 845 processor clocked at 2.96GHz and Qualcomm Adreno 630 optimized graphics core for gaming. With features like these, the ROG Phone smartphone simply has no competition. The unique built-in GameCool vapor chamber cooling system can be upgraded with removable AeroActive Cooler to help keep frame rates up even in the most demanding games. Stunning 90Hz AMOLED display with HDR responsiveness and 1ms refresh rate for a smoother gaming experience.

For maximum convenience, the ROG Phone’s connectivity ports are located on the side edges. Two programmable AirTriggers ultrasonic sensors give you a comfortable gaming experience. Vibration-enhanced PC games help you physically feel the action and immerse yourself in realistic gaming. The ROG Phone comes with a range of exclusive accessories such as an optional TwinView docking station for dual-screen combinations, a Mobile Desktop docking station that turns your smartphone into a desktop, a Gamevice controller with console controls, and a WiGig docking station that allows you to stream from your smartphone to your monitor over 60GHz Wi-Fi. The ROG Phone features Aura LED backlighting and supports ASUS HyperCharge technology for fast, safe charging without the risk of overheating.

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ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 networking hardware

ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 is the world’s first 10-gigabit Wi-Fi router. With support for the latest Wi-Fi standard 802.11ax, GT-AX11000 has 2.53 times the maximum throughput of current 802 routers.11ac 4×4. Supports OFDMA technology in the 802.11ax allows you to combine multiple devices into a single channel, quadrupling efficiency and reducing latency.

ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 has three levels of upspeeds for gaming, speeding up data transfer between your device and the game server. Dedicated 2.5 gigabit gaming port gives priority to the connected gaming device and boosts data transfer speeds by up to 2.5x, a perfect match for a motherboard with a 5-gigabit LAN port.

Dedicated Game Boost router mode gives priority to gaming traffic. The mode can be activated through a hardware button on the router itself without having to access the network settings through the web interface or mobile app. With the same button you can activate the dynamic frequency selection mode DFS. Private Gamer Networking GPN support allows you to choose the shortest route between your home and the game server to minimize latency when gaming.

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ROG Ryujin 360/240 and ROG Ryuo 240/120 Liquid Cooling Systems

ROG Ryujin is the world’s first liquid cooling system with a 1.77-inch LiveDash color OLED display. Both system metrics, such as temperature, and animated images can be displayed. Built-in micro-fan provides additional cooling for the VRM-chain and SSD drive installed in the M.2 next to the CPU socket, which reduces the operating temperature of components by 20%. Noctua industrial-grade fans provide efficient cooling with minimal noise. The ROG Ryujin water cooling system blends perfectly with ROG motherboards both technically and aesthetically. Aura LED backlighting integrated into the liquid cooling system allows you to customize a single LED design style for the entire gaming system. Also importantly, the ROG Ryujin’s water cooling system uses reinforced, heavy-duty hoses.

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The ROG Ryuo 240/120 liquid cooling system is designed for mid-range and compact form factor computers and comes with a 120mm or 240mm radiator, respectively. Special fan design allows for higher airflow and more static pressure on the heatsink. ROG Ryuo’s liquid cooling unit features support for Aura Synchronized LED backlighting and a 1.77-inch color OLED LiveDash display that can display system temperature readings or animated images.

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ROG Thor 1200W Platinum power supply

First ROG power supply named ROG Thor 1200W Platinum. Housed in a 135mm fan with IP5X dust protection and OLED display. Only high quality Japanese capacitors are used for assembly. The 1200W power supply is 80 PLUS Platinum certified and comes with a 10-year warranty, and Aura Sync LED backlighting that can be synced with the rest of your gaming system.

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ROG Strix SCAR II and Hero II gaming notebooks

The ROG Strix SCAR II Edition is an updated version of the gaming laptop designed specifically for first-person shooters. The notebook lid is embellished with brushed metallic textures in contrasting colors, the keyboard is covered with kevlar armor patterns, and the front side features an LED bar that syncs with the rest of the system through Aura Sync. ROG Strix SCAR II Edition is the latest MOBA Multiplayer Online Battle Arena gaming notebook. The cover also features contrasting brushed metal textures and a cyberpunk-inspired design on the inside. Aura Sync LED strip is also present on the front of the base.

Engineered for professional gamers, the ROG Strix SCAR II and Hero II notebooks boast unique refresh rates of 144Hz, super-slim bezels, and ultra-fast gray-to-gray response times of 3ms, giving gamers a clear advantage in fast-action games. HyperStrike Pro keyboard gives you precision typing and control. ROG Strix SCAR II and Hero II gaming notebooks use multi-antenna Wi-Fi networking for the first time, improving connectivity.

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ROG Delta peripherals, ROG Balteus Qi, ROG Gladius II Wireless

ROG Delta is the latest gaming headset with four digital-to-analog converters DACs for different frequency ranges. You get audio of such high quality and clarity that no gamer can sneak up on you without being noticed. Unique sealed-bowl design, ASUS Essence membranes, and audio distribution technology, all for an unparalleled gaming experience with unmatched comfort and sound quality. ROG Delta headset with LED backlighting for its unique shape and gamer’s style. Thanks to its light weight and specially shaped ear cushions, this headset is extremely comfortable to play in, and your ears won’t get tired even after hours of use. Thanks to the USB-C connector, the ROG Delta can be connected to any modern gaming device, including the ROG Phone.

ROG Balteus Qi is a gaming mouse pad with built-in LED backlighting that can be used for wireless charging thanks to Qi technology. Mat measures 370mm x 320mm. Dense surface texture gives you precise control over mouse movement and allows you to recharge your mouse without interrupting gameplay. The backlight of the mouse pad is divided into 15 independent zones and features Aura Sync. ROG Balteus Qi pad features quick setup button and USB 2 port.0. Its smaller counterpart Balteus mouse pad has the same look and feel, but without wireless charging.

ROG Gladius II Wireless is a wireless optical gaming mouse that’s as efficient as a wired mouse and more comfortable than a corded mouse. The Gladius II mouse has two different ways to communicate with the system, for better signal stability. Sensor sensitivity of 16000 dpi picks up every movement and transmits it accurately to the screen wirelessly on the 2.4 GHz band with a delay of only 1 ms or via a high-speed Bluetooth connection. Designed in collaboration with professional gamers, the mouse is ergonomically shaped, comfortable to hold, and uniquely designed for easy pressure adjustment. The ROG Gladius II Wireless gaming mouse with adjustable Aura Sync LED backlighting is the perfect complement to your gaming system.

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ROG Strix Gaming Chassis

The new ROG Strix Chassis is built with aluminum and tinted glass, customizable AURA Sync LED backlighting, and a handle for easy transportation. Suitable for E-ATX form factor motherboard. It also accommodates two 360mm radiators for liquid cooling on the top and front. ROG Strix Gaming case comes with 140mm Magnetically Stabilized fans with Dynamic Power Control. ROG Strix also features Quick Charge 3 port.0, USB 3 port.1 Gen2 Type-C, SSD bay, magnetic dust filter, and graphics card vertical mounting bracket-all for the most convenient component placement and easy maintenance. Two demos of this case are on display at ROG’s booth at Computex 2018.

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Comments: 3
  1. Everly

    What are the key features and specifications of ROG’s first gaming smartphone? How does it compare to other gaming smartphones in the market? Additionally, what other innovative gaming devices were showcased at Computex 2018?

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  2. William White

    What makes ROG’s first gaming smartphone stand out amongst other innovative gaming devices showcased at Computex 2018?

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    1. Arden

      ROG’s first gaming smartphone stands out at Computex 2018 due to its unique combination of powerful hardware, optimized software, and innovative gaming features. With an impressive Snapdragon 845 processor and Adreno 630 GPU, it offers exceptional performance. The device also features an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR support, providing a highly immersive gaming experience. Its air triggers and ultrasonic sensors further enhance gameplay, offering precise controls. In addition, it has advanced cooling systems to prevent overheating during long gaming sessions. Overall, ROG’s gaming smartphone excels in delivering a superior gaming experience, making it a standout among other innovative gaming devices at Computex 2018.

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