TRAVEL GADGET: Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML, "The Ideal Smartphone for Travelers"

A frequent traveler who is always on the go should have a reliable and efficient smartphone. I want a smartphone that is easy to use, fast, has a good screen resolution, ergonomically designed and with a good camera. That is why; I am so happy that I've got to try the new Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML - one of the newest additions to the ZenFone line of smartphones.

Designed to be your best companion, the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML boasts of 5.5-inch full HD display with Gorilla Glass 3 screen and a very nice resolution of 1080 x 1920 Pixels; it also has a 2.3GHz quad core Intel Atom Z3580 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 13MP rear camera. It could be the best Asus ZenFone yet.

Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML Basic Specs

• CPU: 2.3GHz Intel Atom Z3580 Quad Core 64-bit CPU
• OS: Android 5.0 Lollipop OS with Zen UI
• Memory and Storage: 4GB of RAM, 32 GB of Internal Storage Expandable Up to 64GB via MicroSD
• Display: 5.5-inch, 1920 x 1080 (Full HD), 403ppi IPS Display with Gorilla® Glass 3 screen
• Camera: Rear Camera - 13.0 MP AF main camera with LED Flash, Front Camera - 5.0 MP
• Dimensions and Weight: 152.5 x 77.2 x 3.9 – 10.9mm at 170 grams
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Hotspot
• Sim: Dual SIM (micro)
• Data: 4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE and GPRS Networks
• Battery: Non-removable 3000mAh lithium-polymer with 18W Adapter with BoostMaster fast-Charging technology

Unboxing the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML

The standard package comes with the smartphone, USB 2.0 cable, wall charger adapter, headset, warranty card and user manual.

10 Things I Like Most About the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML

1. Aesthetics and Design

It stands out with its lightweight and ergonomic design. With a premium metallic finish, it has an ergonomic arc design which makes it very comfortable to hold despite its size. It also provides ergonomic viewing with ultra narrow bezel screen-to-body ratio of 72 percent. Available in 5 awesome colors, you'll definitely find one that will suit your unique style.

2. High Definition Display

It provides stunning and incredible viewing experience with its 5.5 inch 1080x1920 full HD resolution. Providing rich and natural colors, the images are sharp and crisp! I love it!

3. Dependable Performance

Powered by 2.3GHz Intel Atom Z3580 Quad Core 64-bit CPU, it is considered as the world’s first smartphone with 4GB of dual-channel DDR3 RAM. It offers the optimum performance and speed I am looking for a smartphone. Whether you’re running an app, browsing the web or playing your favorite game, the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML's quad-core processor paired with 4GB of RAM worked well with Android 5.0 Lollipop operating system. What else can I ask for?

4. Awesome PixelMaster Camera

Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML has a 13MP PixelMaster rear camera made with Largan Lens 2.0 (same vendor as Apple) and has a dual LED flash (White and Yellow) for more natural skin tones. It also has 16 Built-in Picture Modes for all occasions.

With its PixelMaster camera, it takes really good photos in general and has a lowlight mode for best night landscape. And not to be missed are the backlight (HDR) mode and the 140-degrees selfie panorama. I also like the front camera which intuitively switches to “beautification mode” once changed to front camera as well as the “time rewind mode” which allows short burst shots perfect for capturing moving subjects. With all these impressive features, you can now be more creative with your travel photos. How cool is that?!

5. Touch Gesture and Double Tap Functions

The Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML allows gesture actions like “shake to screenshot” and “double tap to wake and sleep”. The touch gestures can also be used to activate different apps instantly when the device display is not power on. I like most is the double tap function. When the phone is awake, tap the home key twice to automatically enter one hand mode for easy one hand operation. Cool!

6. Dual SIM Capabilities

Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML has a dual sim capability where you could fit micro sim cards. With this, it's easier to switch from one mobile service provider to another, whichever provides the best mobile signal wherever you may be.

7. Incredible Gaming Performance

With OpenGL 3.0 and 4.0 GB RAM, Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML allows excellent gaming smoothness and visual sharpness. It is just so perfect in playing your favorite smartphone games while killing some time during travels.

8. Added Security

The Snapview mode lets you create and use a 2nd account which gives you more privacy which allows you to protect your photo, files and applications. It also lets you to sync protected photos, files and applications to your cloud app and also supports cross notification on different accounts. This is the easiest and fastest way to protect photo, files and applications without having to install a different app.

9. Fast Charging

The ASUS BoostMaster technology lets you charge your ZenFone 2's battery for up to 60% of capacity in just 39 minutes. For a heavy user like me, this is indeed a very nice feature.

10. Value for Money

With a price tag of Php 13,995.00 pesos, the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML is certainly very affordable considering its impressive features and capabilities. This is definitely an ideal device for travelers who want speed, ergonomics, usefulness and reliability on their smartphones.

A high performing and reliable smartphone does not always come with a hefty price. With the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML, you can definitely get what a traveler's smartphone should be - fast, efficient, sturdy and provides a lot of features. With its affordable price, owning an Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML is easy for everyone.

See what others can't see! With a suite of amazing features bundled to the Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML, it's hard not to give it a thumb's up!

For more info about the Asus line of ZenFone products, you may visit www.asus.com/ph/Phones/ZenFone_Products.