Asus 6Z FOTA update starts rolling out, brings June security patch, enhanced camera modes, and more
The latest Asus 6Z is the Taiwanese electronics manufacturer’s flagship for this year and is going to take on the likes of the recently released OnePlus 7. The 6Z was initially launched in Spain and gets a bezel-less display. It also gets a flip-up camera module which allows the rear camera also doubles up as selfie cameras.
The latest update for the Asus 6Z has already started rolling out. The update is around 398MB in size. The new update carries the version 16.1210.1906.156 and brings in the latest June 2019 security patch. The update could not have come at a better time considering the Asus flagship has gone on sale in the Indian market today. The flagship phone was made available last week at a starting price of Rs. 31,999 for the 6GB/64GB version on popular e-commerce platform Flipkart. Now the Asus 6Z will be going on sale in two variants – 6GB/128GB for Rs. 34,999 and 8GB/256GB for Rs 39,999. The main rival, the OnePlus 7 has been priced at Rs. 37,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant.
The latest update brings enabled ARCore to the Asus 6z. ARCore is technically Google’s platform for building augmented reality experiences. ARCore utilises three key capabilities to integrate virtual content with the real world which is seen through your phone’s camera. The motion tracking now allows the phone to understand and also track its position relative to the world.
Other changes the FOTA update brings is improved video call experience and a number of changes to the camera as well. The 6Z now gets 8X zoom enabled in photo mode. The 6Z also gets improved FHD video recording with the Volume Key now optimised to start/stop video recording. Additionally, the new update also brings improved photo image quality on Noise reduction and improved camera flipping stability.
Things to expect in the update –
Enabled ARCore
Improved Video Call Experience
Camera
Enabled 8X zoom in Photo mode
Improved FHD video recording
Volume Key optimised to start/stop video recording
Improved Photo Image Quality on Noise Reduction
Improved Camera Flipping Stability
Optimized Screenshot Stability
Updated Security Patch to June 2019
Asus 6Z specifications
In terms of specifications, Asus’ new flagship comes hiding beneath the hood a powerful Snapdragon 855 SoC that has been built by Qualcomm using the latest 7nm architecture. The chipset has been paired with either 6/64, 6/128 or 8/256 GB variants of RAM and storage — further expandable by using a MicroSD card because of the presence of a dual sim+MicroSD card slot.
The phone brings with it a 6.4-inch Full HD+ NanoEdge display with 600nits brightness. The display comes with no notch and has very minimal bezels and chin.
The 6z packs a massive 5000mAh battery which has been claimed to provide up to two days of battery life, and delivers up to 26 days of 4G standby, up to 21 hours of Wi-Fi web browsing and up to 33.3 hours of talk time. The smartphone is equipped with a USB type C charging slot and supports Quick Charge 4.0 fast charging. An 18-Watts Quick Charge 4.0 Charger is provided inbox.
The Asus 6z gets a new designed Flip Camera which is a motorized flip-up dual-camera module serving as both front and rear cameras. This innovative solution means that there is no need for a camera notch to mar the display. Additionally, it also means that Flip Camera offers the same high-resolution photos and shooting capabilities whether it is used as a front camera or as rear.
The main camera of ASUS 6z boasts the latest Sony IMX586 48MP sensor with an f/1.79 wide aperture lens and Quad Bayer technology for incredible day and night photography. The 2×1 OCL PDAF autofocus system provides the best focus and anti-shake performance, and the 13-megapixel 125-degree ultra-wide secondary camera lets users fit more friends and scenery in the shot, with real-time distortion correction.
The Flip Camera module is made from liquid metal (amorphous alloy); Asus claims it is a highly advanced material that is 20 per cent lighter than stainless steel, but with four times the strength. For added protection, a G sensor in the module detects the rate of acceleration, allowing Flip Camera to automatically return the module to a safe position if the phone is dropped.
