The slow crawl towards a global ZenPad release continues. Asia has seen some models available to buy, namely the ZenPad C 7.0 in both wifi (Z170C) and 3G (Z170CG) versions. Now we are reading about the Philippines and their somewhat low key ZenPad launch event.
Although the ZenPad C 7.0 is available now to buy, we have some of the other prices and in particular, the ZenPad S 8.0 model. Yes, this is the Z580CA that Asus Philippines was showing off. That’s the fully stacked model in case you’re wondering!
- ZenPad S 8.0 (Z580CA) – PhP 16,995
- ZenPad 7.0 (Z370CG – 3G) – PhP 7,995
- ZenPad C 7.0 (Z170CG – 3G) – PhP 5,995
In terms of the release date schedule, we haven’t found those details just yet. However, the accessories are reported to be shipping sometime in mid-late August.
In terms of pricing and how reasonably priced the ZenPad S 8.0 is in the Philippines, let’s look at some numbers comparisons. In the US, this same tablet is priced at $299 USD. In Canada, it’s priced at $399. When we do a conversion on the official announced price in Peso (16,995), it works out to $372 USD and $487 CAD. Those of you living in the Philippines should do a price comparison with the iPad Mini for a better perspective on pricing. Tell us in the comment section!
[source: GadgetPilipinas.net]
Can’t wait for it to come out!
Some questions:
Would you know if the fully stacked model in LTE version can do normal GSM phone calls like some samsung tablets can?
Will they be selling their accessories especially the Z Stylus and their cases as well?
Where are their brick and mortar stores here in Manila?
Sorry to tell you that the ZenPad S 8.0 has no LTE or 3G models available. Hopefully next generation they bring that! I would expect the full range of accessories to be available. It might take a few weeks though. We posted an article about where to buy a ZenPad in the Philippines a few days ago. Hopefully that list helps!
I just bought zenpad C 7.0 Z170CG yesterday..And I’m not really satisfied with it’s performance..but still lookibg forward on buying Zenpad S 8…Hoping that it would perform well as my zenfone 2…I had canvass every store in our area and I still cant find the Zenpad S 8…That’s why i got stuck with Zenpad C 7.0..Good enough though…but not quite if your a hardcore gamer…Still looking forward on buying Zenpad S 8…
return that pile of junk.. It’s basically a 2nd gen Nexus 7.. .. The Zenpad 8S will be amazing .. AMAZING!…
So, it’s now October. WHERE OH WHERE IS THIS ZENPAD S 8.0 IN THE PHILIPPINES?
It’s now October 13. Are you even reading the your own comments section? No reply whatsoever from you guys as to where we could but the Zenpad S 8.0 4GB RAM 64 GB ROM….
i just bought the ASUS Zenpad S8 Z580CA… its so nice… the display is perfect… true to life color… i was wondering though where in manila can i buy the Z stylus… i looked at SM Megamall but cant find a single store sellibg it… pls help…