Monday, 10 June 2024

ASUS Expands Its ExpertBook Series Sales Channels

  • The ASUS ExpertBook B1 Series launched on Flipkart for Business Users

Mumbai, India, Monday 10th June 2024: ASUS, a leading Taiwanese technology company, today announced an expansion of its range of PCs on Flipkart and other channels of distribution, to introduce the ASUS ExpertBook business laptops. The launch of ASUS ExpertBook series aims to cater specifically to the needs of business users requiring laptops with exceptional durability, security, and comprehensive long term service support. Initially, ASUS introduces its ExpertBook B1402 and ExpertBook B1502 business laptops on Flipkart and other channels of distribution at a price of INR 36,990/-, with an option of bulk purchase. While purchasing this business laptop, Flipkart users will soon have options to add tailored service packs from ASUS with up to 5 years validity, such as extended warranty, accidental damage protection, and next business day service, ensuring businesses can equip their teams with highly reliable laptops and hassle-free service experience.

The ASUS ExpertBook B1402 and ExpertBook B1502 business laptops are designed with military-grade durability, security, and performance. The ExpertBook B1 series boasts 'segment-first' features such as dual-vented exhausts for enhanced cooling and battery efficiency, ultra-fast PCIe Gen 4 SSD, dual USB Type-C ports with Type-C charging, 180-degree lay-flat hinges tested up to 30,000 cycles for all-day productivity. Additionally, the ExpertBook series offers the best durability, security, and performance with service packs up to 5 years, including warranty extension, battery warranty, and accidental damage protection.

"We are excited with this collaboration with Flipkart and other channel partners to enable Business Users with apt products and services with the launch of ASUS ExpertBook B1402 and B1502,” said Mr. Dinesh Sharma, Vice President, Commercial PC and Smartphone System Business Group, ASUS India. He added, “Business users need laptops that are engineered for greater durability, security along with long term business-oriented service support. The ASUS ExpertBook and its Service Ecosystem is one of the best solutions for Business PCs. This collaboration helps us enable especially the small business owners to gain access to ASUS Business PCs in the ambit of online shopping convenience along with robust offline support from Asus”

Mr. Jagjeet Harode, Vice President - Electronics, Flipkart, said, "Partnering with ASUS to bring the ExpertBook series to our platform enables us to provide high-performance, durable, and secure laptops to our business customers. This partnership perfectly aligns with our commitment to supporting businesses with top-tier technology solutions. This partnership will also provide our customers suitable service packs such as extended warranty, accidental damage protection, and next business day service."

 

Benefits for Business Users with the ExpertBook B1402 and ExpertBook B1502:

  • Reliability: As a globally recognized brand, ASUS is committed to quality and excellence, making it a preferred choice for business professionals. These notebooks are built with high-quality materials and deliver best-in-class performance, backed by extensive environmental certifications.
  • Rugged beyond Military-grade: Both ExpertBook laptops come tested with the latest military-grade standard, and torture tested to ensure robust reliability with 180 degree lay flat hinges tested up to 30,000 open and close test, Display-panel lid stress tests dealing up to 25kg of force, keys tested for 10 million times, spill-proof keyboard and I/O ports tested up to 5000 times of plug-in and out.
  • ASUS NumberPad 2.0 on 14-inch version: The ASUS ExpertBook B1402 features the innovative ASUS NumberPad as a standard, allowing easy number input alongside mouse functionality. Allowing you the core benefit of a 15.6-inch laptop, on a 14-inch chassis.
  • Sustained high-performance: 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i3 processor with dual exhaust vents for accelerated cooling and performance, up to Iris Xe integrated graphics, coupled with support of up to 40 GB of upgradable RAM and blistering fast 512GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD storage.
  • Extensive connectivity and input: Modern and Comprehensive I/O with segment first dual USB-C ports with 65W USB-C PD charging, Full-size rigid RJ-45 ports with status LEDs, USB-A ports and HDMI.
  • Commercial-grade features and Security: 180-degree ‘lay-flat’, webcam with privacy shutter, dedicated TPM 2.0, Secure MAC-binding over ethernet (RJ-45), Kensington lock, and a segment-first ASUS NumberPad 2.0 touchpad.
  • Crystal-clear audio conferencing: High-fidelity audio with Dirac audio tuning, Dual-array microphones with ASUS two-way AI noise-cancelling technology & software employing machine learning to eliminate background sounds, both in single presenter and multi-presenter mode.
  • Comprehensive Service Packs Up to 5 Years:
    • Warranty Extension
    • Battery Warranty Extension
    • Accidental Damage Protection
    • SSD Retention
    • Next Business Day Service Support (In Select Cities)

SPECIFICATIONS OF BOTH PRODUCTS

Model

ASUS ExpertBook B1402

ASUS ExpertBook B1502

 

Operation System

Windows 11 Home + Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021

Windows 11 Home + Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021

 

Processor

Intel® Core™ i3-1215U Processor 1.2 GHz (10M Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 6 cores)

Intel® Core™ i3-1215U Processor 1.2 GHz (10M Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 6 cores)

Graphics

Intel® UHD Graphics (Intel® Core™ i3-1215U Processor)

Intel® UHD Graphics (Intel® Core™ i3-1215U Processor)

Display

14.0-inch, FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9, Anti-glare display, LED Backlit, 250nits, NTSC: 45%, Screen-to-body ratio: 81 %

15.6-inch, FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9, Wide view, Anti-glare display, LED Backlit, 250nits, NTSC: 45%, Screen-to-body ratio:83 %

Memory

Onboard memory 8GB DDR4-3200

Onboard memory 8GB DDR4-3200

1 x SO-DIMM slot supports up to 32GB DDR4 3200

1 x SO-DIMM slot supports up to 32GB DDR4 3200

Total expandable memory – 40GB

Total expandable memory – 40GB

Storage

512GB M.2 2280 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD

512GB M.2 2280 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD

Interfaces

1x USB 2.0 Type-A

1x USB 2.0 Type-A

1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C support power delivery

1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C support power delivery

1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery

1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery

1x HDMI 1.4

1x HDMI 1.4

1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack

1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack

1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet

1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet

Wi-Fi connectivity

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Bluetooth® 5.2

Bluetooth® 5.2

Keyboard

Full-size, Chiclet keys, spill-resistant, with 1.4 mm key travel

Full-size, Chiclet keys, spill-resistant, with 1.4 mm key travel

Fingerprint sensor with Windows Hello support

Fingerprint sensor with Windows Hello support

Touchpad

Multi-touch trackpad with ASUS NumberPad 2.0

Multi-touch trackpad

Audio

integrated stereo speakers and microphone

integrated stereo speakers and microphone

AI noise cancelling technology

AI noise cancelling technology

Camera

720p HD Camera with microphone

720p HD Camera with microphone

Battery

42Whr 3-cell Li-ion polymer

42Whr 3-cell Li-ion polymer

Dimensions

B1402 – 323.4 x 215.65 x 19.9 mm

B1502 - 361.6 x 233 x 19.9 mm

Weight

B1402 – 1.49 kg

B1502 - 1.52 kg

Manageability

ASUS Business Manager

ASUS Business Manager

Dirac Sound profile management App (via Microsoft Store)

Dirac Sound profile management App (via Microsoft Store)

MyASUS, ASUS ExpertWidget

MyASUS, ASUS ExpertWidget

Wake-on-LAN

Wake-on-LAN

Security

Module TPM 2.0 embedded security chip

Module TPM 2.0 embedded security chip

Webcam Shield

Webcam Shield

Kensington lock slot

Kensington lock slot

ASUS Business Manager with secure drive options and lock control to USB storage devices

ASUS Business Manager with secure drive options and lock control to USB storage devices

Green Certification

EPEAT Gold
Energy star 8.0
FSC Mix
REACH
RoHS
TCO Certified

EPEAT Gold
Energy star 8.0
FSC Mix
REACH
RoHS
TCO Certified

*ASUS Notebook International Warranty offers service and support when the product is purchased within a requested for service and support within the coverage countries of ASUS Notebook International Warranty.

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