The 13.3-inch NanoEdge display on NovaGo has an ultrathin 8.9mm bezel that enables it to fit into a much smaller frame. Its NanoEdge design provides an incredible 78% screen-to-body ratio and a larger display area for more immersive viewing. Full HD display features 178° wide-view technology, 100% sRGB color gamut, exclusive ASUS Splendid with ASUS Eye Care technology, and ASUS Tru2Life Video technology to ensure clear and vivid visuals
NovaGo is powered by the high-performance and energy-efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Mobile PC platform and equipped with 8GB memory, 256GB of Universal Flash Storage 2.0 (UFS 2.0), two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, and HDMI. UFS 2.0 is a new breakthrough in flash storage with speeds of up to 1400Mbps, surpassing that of SSD and eMMC storage. NovaGo features Microsoft Windows 10 S to provide users with a secure and familiar computing experience. Windows 10 S provides the Start taskbar, Action Center, and File Center; plus new features like Windows Ink, Windows Hello, and Cortana.
NovaGo has a Snapdragon X16 LTE modem for lightning fast download speeds of up to 1Gbps — three to seven times faster than average broadband speeds. It allows users to download a 2-hour-long movie in nearly 10 seconds.It offers truly global connectivity with 4CA (4 LTE band aggregation) support covering various bands. Four antennas ensure ultrafast connectivity through LTE Advanced Cat 16 cellular networking, while dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi and MU-MIMO technology provide download speeds of up to 867Mbps.
Embedded SIM (eSIM) and Nano SIM support ensure seamless connectivity across borders. eSIM is an integrated chip that provides an always-connected experience, enabling users to switch carriers easily without having to physically swap out SIM cards, wherever eSIM and Nano SIM are supported. In supported regions, users can simply activate a local data plan from the Windows Store the moment they step off the plane. In addition, data sent via the 4G and 5G bands are encrypted, making it safer than public Wi-Fi.
NovaGo features up to 22 hours of video playback on a single charge and over 30 days of modern standby. It offers a computing experience like no other, with an immediate smartphone-like response. Even in sleep mode, its instant on and resume capability means a quick press of the power button brings users back to their movie or spreadsheet immediately.
Windows provides extensive compatibility with apps found on Windows Store for a smooth and seamless experience, including support for the most popular apps available — stay productive with the complete MS Office Suite, get creative with Photoshop or InDesign, and be entertained by Spotify or Netflix. it weighs just 1.39 kg with an incredibly-thin 14.9mm profile. NovaGo has a premium feel, with a sandblasted Sky Grey finish and diamond-cut edges.
NovaGo has a precision-engineered, durable 360° multi-gear hinge with a silky-smooth action to give users the freedom to use it any way they like. Its 10-point multitouch display features ASUS Pen support; ASUS Pen has a 1024-level pressure-sensitive tip that detects every nuance of movement, enabling users to write and draw just like they would on paper, notebook, or canvas.
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Mr. Shen joined Executive Vice President of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and President, Qualcomm CDMA Technologies Cristiano Amon onstage during the keynote speech of the three-day event. “Today marks the beginning of a new era of personal computing and ASUS is very proud to be paving the way with Qualcomm Technologies and other partners to develop this new landscape for ‘Always Connected’ Windows on Snapdragon PCs. ASUS NovaGo reinvents the concept of laptop connectivity and productivity — it’s the world’s first laptop that is connected anywhere, at any time, with the new Gigabit LTE network; and lasts up to 22 hours on a single charge for true all-day battery life,” said Mr. Shen.
“Qualcomm Technologies has worked closely with ASUS to usher in a new era of personal computing with the Always Connected Windows on Snapdragon PCs,” said Cristiano Amon, Executive Vice President, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and President, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “The result of this work is the ASUS NovaGo, unveiled today, a convertible laptop with leading gigabit LTE connectivity and battery life that revolutionizes what the personal PC can be for consumers.”
Terry Myerson, Executive Vice President, Microsoft, Windows and Devices Group. “The ASUS NovaGo a full Windows 10 PC, instantly on, always connected, with a week of battery life,” said Mr. Myerson. “With a thin, elegant design and gigabit LTE, the NovaGo is reimagining what a PC can be and we can’t wait to see what customers will create with them.”
ASUS NovaGo (TP370)
Display 13.3-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution with capacitive multi-touch
LTPS display with LED-backlight 100% sRGB and 72% NTSC color gamut
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 mobile processor
Graphics Adreno 540 710MHz
Operating system Windows 10 S
Cameras 1MP HD (1280 x 720) front camera with 3P, f2.0 aperture lens
Memory & storage 8GB RAM 64GB/ 128GB / 256GB UFS 2.0
Connectivity 802.11a/b/g/n 2×2 802.11ac MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Direct
Qualcomm X16 modem (Gigabit LTE with DL: 1Gbps, UL: 150Mbps)
Interface 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A
1x audio jack: headphone / mic-in
1x combo Nano SIM (tray with needle)
1x micro SD card reader slot (supports up to 256GB)
1x HDMI
1x DC in
Audio formats 2x high-quality stereo speakers with smart amp
Battery 52Wh lithium-polymer battery
Size 316 x 221.6 x 14.9mm
Weight 1.39 kg
ASUS NovaGo will be first sold in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, France, German, mainland China, and Taiwan price starting at $599