Asus Fonepad

  • Released 2013, April
    340g, 10.4mm thickness
    Android 4.1
    8GB/32GB storage, microSD slot
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  • 7.0"
    800x1280 pixels
  • 3MP
    720p
  • 1GB RAM
    Intel Atom Z2420
  • 4270mAh
    Li-Ion

Asus Fonepad - Specs

Network Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
Launch Announced 2013, February. Released 2013, April
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 196.4 x 120.1 x 10.4 mm (7.73 x 4.73 x 0.41 in)
Weight 340 g (11.99 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Display Type IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 7.0 inches, 142.1 cm2 (~60.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density)
Platform OS Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset Intel Atom Z2420 / Intel Atom Z2460
CPU 1.2 GHz / 1.6 GHz
GPU PowerVR SGX540
Memory Card slot microSD, up to 32 GB (dedicated slot)
Internal 8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
Main Camera Single 3.15 MP, AF (selected markets only)
Video 720p
Selfie camera Single 1.2 MP
Video
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
 Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP
GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Features Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Battery   Non-removable Li-Ion 4270 mAh battery (16 Wh)
Talk time Up to 9 h (multimedia)
Misc Colors Titanium Gray, Champagne Gold
Price About 260 EUR

Asus Fonepad - User Reviews

  • Not really, I think only good Fonepad is this original Fonepad, as this is being the sibling of Google Nexus 7 tablet 2012. Other newer Fonepad actually is having quality issue, due to latest Intel Atom processor, which caused many overheat, and cause apps to lag. ASUS now are focusing on Zenfone series. The only closest thing you can get for upgrade is ASUS Zenfone 3 Ultra.

  • This is not just issue for this Fonepad, but is ASUS brand overall issue with Android OS updates. Much like other reputable brand, this Fonepad is considered not popular, and won't be in the list for future Android updates. If you really considering OS updates are important, buy Apple product, or other popular Android tablet from company like Samsung (well, only high end popular model being have regular updates, other low end model will face the same issue)

  • Man do you read the coments?

  • I am using Asus FonePad7 K004 ME371 with Android 4.1.2 OS. Wanted to upgrade to Android 4.3 OS, but there is no support from Asus company. Even after sending several mails to Asus customer service there is no help. Asus has overlooked people having Asus Fonepad 7 but support is given for Asus Zenpad and other products. I request all people having Asus FonePad 7 ME371 tablet to jointly appeal to Asus to provide help for people having this tablet. A. S. Bhasker Raj Journalist, Freelance Writer and Author Bangalore India

  • had for 3 years.. only complaint - can't downlad apps..... no firmware upgrade. so when i contact support here in OZ Asus try to charge me $5 for a question and call it an email question not a firmware question - bots must be poorly programmed. When the K004 dies will I buy latest Zenphone...

  • if u r using it with 8g up to 16g memory card inserted it goes slow. rather remove all the videos u will c d result. it is superfast. i have been using it for almost from 2013.

  • Dearest gsmArena and Asus supporters,enthusiasts and readers.Mr.anonymous 3 opinions are right.This good quality smartdevice tablet,unfortunately,discontinued,but after almost 4 years of using it,it is still works very well!!Tablet is so lovely that all households family members use it and continue their users incomplete works!!!?Because we have nothing secret to hide!Of course,this tablet itself has two superior quality default apps that they are still unique in researching all tablets nowadays!!Its browser,HTLM5,and extraordinary file manager!!!You can copy or transfer everything from internal memory to external memory and vice versa!!!Its keyboard and ultra saving battery are exlent too....Hopefully,a day comes that we see its complete 10.1 inches of this quality tablet as Fonepad plus 10.1 with todays standards!!!A question from Mr.Anonymous!?What about its upgrading to android 5 lollipop!!!?Thanks to answer+thanks all mentioned names.Omid46....

  • can it upgrade to android kitkat or lollipop

  • This budget tablet is fantastic. I had it now for 3 years. Battery life very impressing. Petformance is optimum. Phone functions and sound are great. I have the 8GB version therefore be careful with program installation as it may slow down the performance. I bought later on Samsung galaxy tab S 8.4. A total disaster tablet. Don't be fooled by big names. I posted several times my own opinion which many are sharing with me. I think ASUS are doing a fantastic job. This tablet is my favorite. Only drawbacks are camera resolution and lack of OS upgrade, no big deal for this super horse.

  • I've had an original Fonepad for three years now. I've performed a factory reset on it twice now, including yesterday (July 3). It works as well as it did the first day I bought it. The thought has occurred to me to pair it with a compatible smart watch such as the Sony Smart Watch 2, which I might be able to get now at a clearance price. I figure a smart watch is a pretty natural companion to the Fonepad, and the Sony SW2 is one of the very few I've come across that is compatible with the Fonepad's Android 4.1 OS. Anyone here use their Fonepad with a smart watch?

  • Yes, absolutely can use OTG on this ASUS FonePad, can connect USB drive, mouse and keyboard.

  • Sadly, ASUS is no Samsung, LG, HTC or Sony. This FonePad is considered discontinued and no update will be made. It will stick to Android 4.1.8 only, with latest firmware WW_3.4.0 released on 2014 Nov 25. I have this FonePad more than 3 years, and seriously, it is that reliable that cause me less headache. Still, regarding the update, many apps and games still playable, but due to it's 8GB internal memory only, so only very little apps and games can be installed. It's latest successor is ASUS ZenPad series. If don't mind bulkiness, it's underrated ASUS Padfone S with tablet station is a better choice than those.

  • used this tablet for more 2 years as a second hand device...n it is still working great until now n have no prob with facebook apps that being installed...

  • i dont think its a very good phonepad. its not supporting facebook messenger chathead while playing hayday or some other games with the same graphics.

  • Just bought second hand Asus fonepad7think it's great except for when I'm texting any of my contacts like u wud on any mobile the writing is so small IV gone to settings on phone and clicked huge but not working

  • Dearest factwriting gsmArena and Asus friends and followers.With the greatest respects to all opinions and reviews,hereby I want to disclose an important fact about this good fonepad!Though it is made 3 years ago,but amazingly I discover something very new in this now affordable tablet!!!However I don't whether or not Asus the third very important manufacturer of devices in the world,but I still expect its kindness of upgrading and updating this device constantly,hopefully.I ALSO REQUESTING HONEST GSMARENA TO UPDATE ITS VERY USEFUL AND IMPORTANT PHONE GLOSSARY!?Thanks gsmArena,Asus,all responsible and all readers,public and followers.I forgot to inform you that I am satisfied with this tablet...Good luck all.Justice Rights.Omid12omidvar.

  • im experiencing no network service in my tablet tried the factory reset but still ther is no network!! please help!!!!!

  • Anyone facing the delay of picture while streaming YouTube ? Even on Facebook also ...Any method can solve thr problem ? Really annoying problem

  • we have the issue " unfortunately messenger has stopped and unfortunately gapps has stopped..i 've gone through factory resetting, clear cache, clear history in all that..it doesn't work even my Fb its not working, ....its so annoying..!

  • did resolve your problem ? I have the same issue

  • Can I use OTG cable in my tablet ME371MG

  • i am using ASUS ME371MG since 06/2013, now sd card slot not detecting my my external micro chip, i went to a service centre at Kolkata, they took a diagnosis charge Rs.250 and declared in written that i have to replace my mother board which costs 9400/-. I do not understand why they are not replacing the slot. now by 9400/- i can buy a new phone of same is possible. ASUS drawback found.

  • Absolutely no problems with this. Been a fun device from teh start. I've cracked the screen several months before (definitely, my bad) and again, and again. Geez! But am still using it now. Fell several times already, back metal plate flew off but when I placed it back on, still works! Though there may be some lapses in the tactile area due to the many cracks. But still this is one tough dude! Perfect for the versatile (physical) multitasker!

  • Mine was dropped from the top of cupboard. Its backcover was squeezed open on th corner but fantastic no screen crack. I pushed it back by thumb and it returned as it was before. It is a tough device even not a fast one. Need a bit patient browsing. Other then this is fine.

  • Agreed. Still using it although the screen was cracked.

  • While using Facebook and what's up my asus phonepad 7 in screen right edge letters are missing why? Any body having problem s like this pls tellme the remedies.

  • It is a Good and Quality device... I already own it for 2 years and still fully working, no lagging, no hang and screen still sensitive like new one... It was the best phablet (Phone + Tablet) in it's Price Range...

  • that good

  • Send to service center for repair, either is the motherboard issue, or sim tray issue

  • my asus k00e is nt workin if u switch it on just vibrates bt da screen is blink n no picture shows pls can it be repaired.tank u

  • my asus k00e is nt workin if u switch it on just vibrates bt da screen is blink n no picture shows pls can it be repaired.tank u

  • my asus k00e is not working when u switch it on it vibrates bt da screen doesn't show is blink n da sim tray also is nt there wat shd l do plsss.tank u

  • how can i run game mcb4 i it

  • This is of the hardware issue. I recall this happen before my Fonepad is dead. Whenever I open Google Play, the "unfortunately Google play has stopped" message will pop up. It won't work even after I clear all the update and cache for Google Play. Even after I perform factory reset, the problem gone away for minutes, but come back after Google Play auto update. There are other weird symptom like Micro SD card auto unmounted, auto restart. I advise you better send the tablet to service center for inspection. I got an exchanged for new unit, and it is working until now without any issue. The tablet now is installed with the latest Google Play

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  • My fonepad 7 reboots itself too often and this drains the battery. I hv plenty trouble waking the device as it would then reboot. Help, someone?

  • anyone here using facebook messenger video call? mine only voice call. why is it?

  • sorry bearks i still face this issue.. looking forward for the answer..

  • maybe your gplay service need to update or has been update with wrong architecture just like mine, gplay has update my gplay service with wrong architecture to x86 version.. try these gplay service update

  • This not a problem either, it is because ASUS no plan to update new OS to this device. The latest OS thingy, for me, is not that important. Considering, the device still working well even without latest version OS. I own this device as well, I found this device is among the most stable tablet compared to the other similar budget tablet. Well, not to say latest OS is not good either. Latest OS offer new feature and new service. However, there are known priority on getting OS update. Google branded device for sure will be the fastest to get updated. Then down to other top brand flagship device to get updated after a few month. Those big brand also only focus on their flagship device, non-flagship device will get update in much slower pace, or didn't get updated at all. Those lower tier brand, such as ASUS, won't promise to upgrade their old device either. This is the same case with other lower tier brand, such as those from Chinese brand, or country's local brand.

  • When I updated my Asus fonepad 7 it is working indeed, but when I open settings and click onto the display it is showing that "unfortunately settings has stopped"what can I do for this?

  • It is a very good smartphone-tablet hybrid. The only problem I have is that I cannot upgrade the android version from 4.1.2 to any other later version.

  • My Google play services is not working on my fonepad, system of also not working

  • My Google play services is not working on my fonepad, system of also not working

  • This is not Fonepad 8, you are in the wrong page. Anyway, try update your pad with latest Android update to check if similar problem happen again. If problem still exist, take it to service center for a fix, or change another unit.

  • Asus fonepad 8 K016 Bought on february 2015. 1st week using facing problem to opening contact and messaging.which is so slow. Take time 5-10minutes. Even im dialing some one to call it takes a few minutes to get it. Very bad. And now im looking what is the root causes.

  • I'm writing this comment again with my 2 year old Fonepad, 1.2 Ghz Atom Processor, 8GB storage, 1GB Ram. This tablet still work like the 1st day I bought it. It is still much faster than comparable cheap Samsung and Lenovo Tab. At least after 2 years, all function is still working fine. It is much less lag than Samsung Tab and Lenovo Tab, even is installed with various apps. The screen is also sharper and much vibrant too. Viewing angle, pixel density, color reproduction is among the best in the same price range. The touch screen remain very sensitive. No sudden hang, no auto restart. It just perform slow, but won't die in the middle of process. It won't comparable, or faster than any other highend tab, but is the best among its own budget category. Tablet and phone in one device. It is outperform by its own successor too, with much beefy Intel quad core processor. No other budget tab can come close to this. Love this tab just like the 1st day own it.

  • I have my Asus Fonepad since I it was first released. I've never had a problem with it. None. It works perfect, the battery is very good. I used it as a phone several times and I'm totally happy about it. As we are now in 2015..it's kinda slow..and I'm used to my Note4.. but I would not trade my tablet for anything else. I like to read ebooks on it..I play games on it.. and did I mention the battery? :) I love it!

  • i got the worst maybe. the first 4 months, my fonepad is frozen up to a point where i have to hold the shutdown button for few seconds to shut it down and it wont start. after sending to the service center, another problem occur where i cannot access my quick access. one after another had made me given up on using asus product ever again.

  • Just bring your Fonepad to service center. It is SD card slot issue. Mine has this problem before, where it cannot properly detect the SD card (sometime can, but it always eject the card after sometime). After the repair, my Fonepad working perfectly. Indeed, it is the fastest device to detect and read the SD card (especially on larger size 32GB/64GB card, regardless on the card speed), compare to my Samsung device.

  • Bring your Fonepad to ASUS service center for repair. By 6 month, it is still under warranty.

  • Not connected mobile data

  • hai jam is asus fone pad fine already i have the same problem as you actually

  • My google playstore is not working from last 3 days..whenever I open it, it only shows "your google playstore has stopped unfortunately" actually not only that..it shows everything that i ve shows "your.......has stopped unfortunately" when re start i tought i will go away but it worsen..i can t even open the tab at all..it keep circling... What should I do? i only use the asus for 6 months as if its a waste of money

  • How i can save any file or timetable in my asus fonepad

  • no, no hanging on downloading, it is really great a device. you won't regret buying this.

  • hi, I am facing the same problem! How did you solve your problem?

  • it is working properly but cant work receive calls and cant call that happened when i upgraded or updated two days ago.

  • the asus table is acknowledging sim card but can not call and receive calls? it just putting a small circle on top and inside it a cross. so what is the solution o he problem

  • Sir does it hang on downloading many appolo...

  • I have been using this tab for more than one year and truely speaking I love this device. It's a fantastic device and I don't have any complaint against it. Works very smoothly and it's UI is also cool.

  • not connecting to internet with mobile data

  • We have the same prob here dude..this prob are so annoying..every thing in my FonePad doesn't work properly

  • I faced the same problem and tried lots of solutions and the one worked with me is that format your external memory card on your computer not the tab using default fat32 file system and choose quick format then use the card normally in the tablet it will work fine.

  • I have been using this device for more than one year and truly speaking, this is N awesome device. I haven't found any major problem or whatsoever. the only thing that I found disappointing is the fact that the rear camera is too much dust prone due to it's positioning just beside the cover. Otherwise it is a good device to choose.

  • When transferring from Samsung to ASUS the contacts were already 600+. After few days the contacts shot up to a huge number of 3,000+ on the device. There are a lot of duplicate names many of which appeared more than 5 times without any contact number listed. URGENT - How does it happen & how to delete them without doing it one at a time????? How much space is taken up? It's nightmare having to delete them carefully one at a time without accidentally deleting the actual contacts with the phone numbers. HELP!!!!!

  • Download the app called "videoder" This application is not in Google ay Store. But you can use the Google search to get the link on how to download this from outside source. This app can download all the videos in YouTube.

  • Hi! I have a asus fonepad7 but i cannot use the sd card. It shows that the external memory is running but i cant use. My internal memory is already full,so im planning to use my external memory?anyone could help?tnx

  • Well.... most of people around here is getting the 2013 version of Fonepad 7, not the original Fonepad. Those having problem should send to the service center before warranty expired. I own the original Fonepad, 1.2Ghz, with 8GB memory. The performance is still good, and it works fine. It only run slow or lag on heavy 3D game. Others just work as it is. 3G, voice call, SMS, all works. Ultimate battery backup for 7 day, and very less lag if compare to other similar range phablet.

  • My asus fonepad 7 KOO4 titanium gray color is in good hand of a thief now,,it so sad, coz it's new and i never found any problem on it, the cam is very clear, i love it

  • I have a fonepad 7. Dual sim. Dont save any apn.. i cant use my mobile data... please help...

  • I can't able to download music video,from YouTube,what I'm going to do?more power,

  • I can't able to download music video,from YouTube,what I'm going to do?more power,

  • My google playstore is not working from last 3 days..whenever I open it, it only shows "your google playstore has stopped unfortunately" What should I do?

  • my videos are in triple speed and I don't know how to make them in real time and when I record other vids

  • my videos are in triple speed and I don't know how to make them in real time and when I record other vids

  • Very good tablet but some time I am frustrating just because of the android.Why we can't go with the Windows in such good products ? Actually I think same product with Windows can make a lot better. Thanks

  • M using asus fonpad 7 [4GB] since 2014, I cant activate 3G service in this fone, can anyone help me out?. Plis do tell me the steps, plis?

  • Hi,dear friends.I have been using this outstanding midrange tablet almost for two years!I have spent almost $1600 for it!!!I have been satisfied with it but recently all my apps,gmail,android apps have been disabled and disconnected by the ignorant illiterate malicious hands!!!Now as the factwriting gsmArena trustable site in the world I expect immediate assistance!?So do I from the Asus!?Just my browser works right now and it takes 30minutes to write an opinion and comment!?GsmArena and Asus the dearest,please.do yyour best that my only goal is to share my knowledge truely!Thanks.Justice Rights.

  • I started to hate Asus it's bcos I use every model on asus it won't help it will get hang and I need to the off the button to restart I hate ..

  • I hate I why Asus is always hang on the messenger then I slide it away it hang then I need to restart always pls fix it I'm using Asus tablet k00z or I will complain to asus. Evendore I have ever use zenfone 5 and 6 it's goes the same do not sell if I still not stable on the phone I'm serious it waste my money ...pls fix it tq

  • Skype is not responding on my asus fonepad7. I tried to delete and re-download the app but still not responding. What to do?

  • I bought asus zenfone 6...unfortunately Skype always stops ! What to do ???? I need skype daily ! Who can help . Reboot didn't help..lower versions also won't open...

  • I cant open my skype application it stopped,how can i solve the problem

  • @Nava - Hi, I have an Asus Fonepad7.. the 3.5mm socket on mine doesn't seem to fit a TRRS jack (4-pin audio) properly.. the jack falls out. The audio / call quality seems terrible when using the phone directly, actually, really bad.. I've tried different TRRS headsets, adapters and all sort.. Bought a nice bluetooth headset with microphone boom - Yay! works great. I like the phone / tablet combination! I can talk and look up data at the same time on one device! I say well done to Asus, and I hope they make more like this (and a bit better too).. :o)

  • Hi,dear friend.I don't know the reasons but you have to sign in for having access to Google play store!!!?Unfortunately unreasonably all my Google android apps and specifically my Gmail accounts have been disconnected and disabled while I am using this premium fonepad device!Hopefully gsmarena fact writing let this be released!Also Wirh the Asus support and assistance these simple issues will be solved ASAP!!!?Thanks GSM and all gsmarena fact writing supporters.Justice Rights.

  • i bought asus fonepad 7 in august2014 but now its google play store is not working

  • Excellent tab. I am using the 1.6 Ghz processor. Using it for last 1 year. Very good performance and no heating issue or hang problem. Camera is good. User friendly tab. Video calling and touch option is very good. Standby time is much more better. Best buying option who wanna buy a tab.

  • Hi,my tablet from second or 3d day to power on,by substitute the sim cards,tablet unknown the sim.in app list sim toolkit's is not work.if I were installed this app,my problem is solved?and if no,pls help me.thanks

  • I cant take selfie in this fonepad using beauty plus apps it always saying that turn on the fill flash mode what can i do?

  • i have the same issue on asus fonepad fe375cg after the system update my device experienced frequent restarting.Please help me to fix this....

  • HI, I have purchased ASUS Zenfone 5 10 days back and its worked fine untill i connected ear phones. after that when someone calls me ,after lifting call iam not able to listen and speak ,if i use earphone and loudspeaker its audible,....without that its not working...can u please help me

  • Hi, please tell me is it possible to read tamil font in Asus Fonepad 7 Dual SIM Tablet? (whether inbuilt tamil font available?)

  • How to fix something like 'unfortunately,what's next has stopped working' ? My fonepad keep restarting once i pressed any of the programs i installed.What is the problem actually?Thank you for helping.

  • I have an Asus phonepad k00z that I bought few months ago calls are completley inaudible when I receive them whilst in a moving vehicle any soln to this frustration?

  • Again.... repeated advice.... send the problematic Fonepad to service center, and get fixed by the service center. Any battery drained, hang or died issue, just get repaired, or exchange with another unit. Mine is fixed, and worked until now. For those who has problem after system update, just roll back the system update. There is a way to roll back the system update, by updating the old firmware. Probably, the original Fonepad now is less problem, because no more update is being made, and we still stick to Android version 4.1.8. For phone ring not audible, try tune up the ringing volume to maximum. I agree it is not the loudest among the crowd, but actually fall some where in the middle. After so many new version of Fonepad is released, I still love the original Fonepad.

  • I bought a new asus fonepad 7 jst before 2 hrs. Bt in calling the voice of second person & ringing bell is not audible to me.....totally disappoint if any1 have the solution plzz suggest...

  • When my sister bought me an Asus Fonepad,. I am so happy,..but when I started using it. first 2 weeks it was okay then suddenly I was experiencing some troubles..The battery drained totally by itself were in fact I did not use my Fonepad for that day cause im busy doing school requirements. I have it for just 1 month and 2 weeks then. I searched in the net how to solve this but I've read some bad reviews about this fonepad about its battery problem..so sad!

  • Wen i started doing my system update in my asus fonepad me cg175...in the meantime net connection was stopped....and it was unable to update..nw i am unable to start my asus fonepad...its just showing the loading...nothing else...i think all d previous things software and all has been erased...can anyone suggest wat sud i do now??? Welcoming ur valuable advices...thnx

  • Wen i started doing my system update in my asus fonepad me cg175...in the meantime net connection was stopped....and it was unable to update..nw i am unable to start my asus fonepad...its just showing the loading...nothing else...i think all d previous things software and all has been erased...can anyone suggest wat sud i do now??? Welcoming ur valuable advices...thnx

  • Can't hear my asus fonepad ringing for incoming calls

  • You can view the video thumbnail via "Gallery" apps, installed default on the tab

  • Export or copy all your phone file to SD card or connect to computer and copy to computer, then copy those file to your new phone. You can also transfer those file via Bluetooth or wifi direct

  • My battery is fully drained off... im tried to fix a connection of the battery so many times... my nails is all torn... and now its so very hurt... pls fix it...

  • Anyone anyone or news if asus will upgrade/update asus fone fonepad fee376cg and when it may be, thank you in advanve

  • i bought fonepad 7 and try to change to malay language , but at the notification it turn to be tamil language , please tell me whats the problem

  • How do i enable the thumbnail view for .flv and .mkv files on this tablet

  • How to get files from old phone (HTC)

  • I just brought fonepad7, I only get pc connectivity option only when I factory reset, rest of the time it just charges

  • Just push in the sim card, the sim card will be ejected.

  • How do i remove the Sim card?

  • How do i remove the Sim card?

  • I am using the old Sony headset from my old Walkman. It doesn't matter the brand, as long as sound quality is good.

  • Could you tell me which brand/make headset you are using with your asus fonepad. Thanks in advance.

  • The answer is cannot.

  • Can this tablet be connected to the TV using of MHL cable?

  • 1. Send to service center for inspection 2. You may try call using Skype, WeChat, Whatapps. If the voice also cant be heard, then is microphone issue. If can be heard, then is call apps issue.

  • My asus fonepad7 isn't sending sound, when someone calls me I can hear them but they can't hear me any1 please help to what the problem might be.everything else is working like sound for music etc just calls

  • Finally, found a way to speed up the Fonepad performance. I uninstall all the default apps update, that come original with the Fonepad, just leave the Play Store untouch. I don't use any of the preload apps, or..... you can call it bloatware. This free up a lot of memory, and all the RAM draining apps. The Fonepad response is much faster than before.

  • Well.... this is whole phone broken. I experience it myself, and got a direct replace. Sorry to say that, even after recovery, all the memory will be erased, unless you store your work on Micro SD

  • Tablet board issue, send back for replace

  • Pls help... My fonepad k004...battery drains..inspite of being power of, i tried all the tricks (unplugged battery cord nd re-plugg nd hard reset ) bt still it occurs...

  • again.... send back for repair.... lousy fonepad....

  • below same issue i have facing with my asus fone pad 7.. since 12 hours it just loading and not getting completed.. why its happening with my tab.. please advise and let me know Asap.. because of this so many works not yet completed.

  • same issue i have facing since 12 hours... because of this issue so many works not yet completed... please suggest why its happening..

  • my problem is my asus fonepad when i turn it on it will open and for any second it will still loading and it will not open.....pls. solve this problem...help me!!!

  • Send back for repair

  • I have had my phone from the day it was released, have had a few problems since, under warranty, sent it back twice and now its generally fine. However, I am having a problem with calls, I make a call or one comes through to me and after a minute or so the caller cannot hear me, any ideas how I can resolve this?

  • HI guys, dont buy asus tablet, after update signal as wel as wifi option is not working, plz tell me how to update it without internet connection, no wifi no signal so no internet in my tablet. did factory reste but no use. waste of money

  • How do I change the location on the weather widget? It's set on the wrong location and it just won't allow me to rectify it. Please can someone assist me

  • Got to admit, the quality is very questionable, as many user are complaining. But mine still work great after more than 1 year. In fact, this is my first Android device, and the 1st tablet and a smartphone in one. At first, I'm complaining the device reliability (mine broke down twice, in just one month time), but after repair, no more issue after that. Second, I complain it carries the outdated hardware spec, (HD screen only, Single Core Processor, below par performance, only 4GB user usable memory space on 8GB model, no killer smart feature) But, after using this device for so long, I start loving it more from day to day using. I do own a high end Samsung phone, so I can clearly made some fair judgement here. 1. It's interface is much simpler, no fancy feature all together, everything is pretty simple, much closer to the vanilla Android, to which, I like the experience. You don't need some complex feature to make some device better. It is the experience that matter. 2. Build quality wise, the 1st generation Fonepad is a rare gem, you get a metal build at a very affordable price, so much better than those Samsung, and other plastic phone. My friend praised the device look premium and handsome. 3. It is an all in one device, phone, tablet in one, and everything it specced just work without issue. It has memory card slot, has a micro sim slot that support 3G, voice call. It is nothing wrong holding a giant phone. I already get used to it's size. 4. Well, surprisingly, it is the least buggy Android device that I ever own, no sudden hang up, no auto restarting, no sudden overheating. It do lag a lot if compare to highend device, but it just won't die. Battery life is just the best. I feel sorry for those who experience failure with the device. But mine is just ok. I'm one of the few happy user here.

  • I personally think buying an Asus tablet was the worst mistake I ever made. spent a lot of precious time on repairs, freezes, battery overheats, refuses to charge. twas a total waste of money. will never buy Asus again

  • I've reset my fonepad7...but i've problem after reset to factory setting. All my standard notification and ringgtones are missing. Can help/ assist me solving tbese matter..my fonepad7 were silence ever since. Tq

  • After software update my asus fone pad 7 is nt recognizing the network, it has been 1mnth in the service center, prblm is nt solved, u r just wasting our warrantly period, worst asus mobile better to close the company

  • u update your device.then solve problem.

  • I've used this fonepad since May 20013 and I can assure you that it works both for wired headset and bluetooth. That's mean your are having a defective unit and you should get it sent to your nearest service center.

  • Mine work with headset. I even bought a car kit, and connect the 3.5mm audio output to my car audio. You may have a defect unit

  • My Asus Fonepad 7" does not support any headset but bluethoot. This is the first time I see a smartphone which does not work with wired headsets. Neither the sales guy nor the packaging say about this hiden feature(!?) This was my first and last Asus.

  • Well, my work around way is installing the Samsung Kies software to your computer. Then, your pc will detect the Android device, regardless of brand. You can download the software from Samsung website.

  • "how to files,photos transfer PC to asus T001 phones. IAM connect USB cable .i tick MTP OR PTP but files not transfer and internal and external storage devise is not visible

  • Mine has change main board before, but it is changed while still under warranty. So, no cost is charged. I think only exchange the board can save your tab. For that price, you can consider buying a new and more powerful set.

  • Hi all / ASUSTech Services Managers, I have an ASUS ME 371 fonepad since 3-Aug-2013. It had a problem of "not powering on and network not working" in Sep. 2013 and had to be sent to the service center after which it has been working alright. On 3-Aug-2014 I used the Tablet for about half an hour and when I switched it off it showed 81% battery charge remaining. On 4-Aug-2014, when I tried to power it on, it vibrated for a short spurt and did nothing else while I tried a few more times even by pressing the power-on button for a longer time. After 4 or 5 times it stopped giving even this response. I put it on recharging for some time but there was no usual response except for a short duration vibration. Seeing no other response from the unit, I took it to the Service center and was told that the Main Board has gone bad and needs replacement costing about Rs. 10,000/- since the warranty has expired. It seems that the unit had some built in self-destructive mechanism that got activated as soon as the warranty period got over. Can some one from ASUSTech, or any user please advise me about what I should do in this situation? I would also be obliged if some one faced a similar problem to share and and has a fix to wake up the unit from its 'coma' state. You may contact me at [email protected] . I will also be greatly thankful for any advice about how to proceed to highlight the problem to any ASUS expert as the diagnosis of the problem may need a second opinion before declaring it as a gone case. with thanks & regards, Virendra

  • The most important is whether the battery is drained very fast. If the heat problem is causing the battery drained, then you should go and have a check. If you still doubt, better send to service center to verify the problem.

  • I am using these from past 5days, i found that it get warm for normal 4 to 5 mins of using with camera or other apps, Is it normal or i need to replace,please suggest

  • can i connect keyboard /pen drive /hard disk to phone pad 7

  • Always flashes "media error" and when i open my gallery the pictures , albums, and others doesn't appear i have yo wait 5-10 minutes to open.

  • I wanted it "big", so why not a 7 Inches ASUS Fonepad? It could be a cheaper solution, I thought. Never more. It is very bad as phone, and very bad as tablet too! With android 4.3 it was unusable. On full power signal, when placing a call always caused a complete connectivity loss. The same with an incoming call And I had to reboot the device to get the connectivity back. Often more than once. ASUS wanted me to be after a RMA procedure, with absurd conditions, to have the tablet "repaired". This after less than a month of life. So, no after market real support. With Android 4.4.2 KitKat the things go on a little better. This proves nothing was wrong with my tablet, as I supposed, it is so "by design". Se signal is always poor, whereever I am, but the connectivity loss happens less often. And it takes back after waiting 10 sencods, at least. Sound quality isn't very bad, but you cannot this use as a phone without an headset. As a tablet doesn't perform very well. The touch screen isn't very sharp and it runs very slow. When you play "Plants Vs Zombies 2" in a very crowdy level, for istance, the tablet starts runnig very slow and it almost stops. At the end, it is very "big". This 7 inches tablet is almost as large and long as the Samsung Galaxy TAB3 of 8 inches of my little doughter that runs flowlessly and also have phone capabilities. And the Fonepad is very thicker, and heavier, too.

  • The APN will be the key thing. If the correct APN does not appear, then re-start the Fonepad, and let the Fonepad auto select the APN. After connecting to the correct APN, the network should be ok. Don't worry if you can't connect to 3G network, as there are weaker reception at some area.

  • Slight warm is normal on charging and heavy use. Even connect to weak 3G signal, it will get hot. If the battery is not drained very fast (empty juice within few hour, even not using), then it is consider normal. Fonepad can last for more than 2 days on moderate use.

  • does your pfonepad gets warm while charging and while using it for atleast 1hr? any feedback pls. thanks/ i just want to make sure its normal because if not im gonna send it back irght away. aside from that i love my fonepad.

  • I also had a hard time connecting my fonepad thru 3g yesterday but after making sure that it well configuredw with my provider it works really fine!! try to check ur APN and see if proxy is active.. u might need to call ur provider forhelp.

  • to download music,photo and other file to sd card, install maxton browser to your device then install it to your sd card or moved to external memory.

  • Downloaded image should be at internal storage, "Download" folder.

  • Use Polaris File Viewer To Transfer The photos, Music, And other file.

  • Thank you that was very clear,I have been trawling the internet trying to get that info put simply.Can you also tell me how I can download photos/books/videos directly to the external micro sd card? Also I have linked in with google storage for photos and that has now passed about 1500 photos from my computer to my phonepad.I can see the photos but do not know where to look so that I can copy/past into the sd card. Sorry I struggle with this kind of thing.Motley

  • Thank you that was very clear.Does anybody know how a photo,book,music or video can be downloaded directly to the external micro sd card.Please keep it very simple as I seem to struggle with this.

  • can any one tell me how to open the back panel of fonepad without damaging it, bcz camera lense is becomes dirty i want to clean it thanx

  • Well... Sony also using non-removable battery for their smartphone. I would say, only few manufacturer now have removable battery. Samsung is having removable battery and memory card slot for all of their smartphone range. (except their tablet, which is non-removable too) HTC, ASUS, Sony, LG, Nokia, Apple, Huawei, OPPO, Xiao Mi also building their phone with non-removable battery. I know this is a trend for phone maker, but not for consumer. We can complain, but end up we can't force them to switch back to make removable battery. This phenomena is driving another trend, the birth of power bank, which is now as popular as the phone purchase.

  • Hi,dear friends.I want to tell you something very important shortly!!!I almost have this affordable budget economical inexpensive table for 9 months!!!In all areas necessary for a today's tables it has no flaws!!!Just it should have the users removable battery and UPDATING AND UPGRADING this quality tablet and its other products as soon as possible!!!?This is the most accessible only road to success!!!Sony is the best example of listening to all costumers views,opinions,reviews ad follow the fair trustable site like gsmArenaMobie!!!?I know that Asus is the third producer of softwares and motherboards in the world!!!But customers must be respected too,specially their legal requests and rights!!!?Thanks Asus,gsmArenaMobie,all of you and the progress of all brands for bilateral interests!!!IMPORTANT!!!?Justice Rights.No more non removable battery!!!?Only Hope hopefully!!!

  • hello guys.. i had issue with mine(fe170cg).. cannot install game even it has lot more space.. pleass help me..

  • If you are eager to buy one, then wait for the new Fonepad, which come with Quad Core Intel processor, that should provide much faster and smooth experience. If you really can't wait, try finding the LTE version. ASUS Fonepad 7 ME372CL, dual front speaker, 1.6Ghz dual core processor, 16GB internal memory.

  • Listen, i have Fonepad, it's great tab, that was so much wersion, like Samsung galaxy s4 or s5, this is Fonead, i know that...

  • So Android APPs cannot be moved to External SD card, Then please any one suggest whether I can buy ASUS fone pad 7 ME175CG tablet. Any drawbacks ? Please reply

  • Fonepad 7 able to move apps to SD card, but not every apps can be moved. Original Fonepad cannot move apps.

  • sorry it is ASUS Fonepad 7 Dual SIM (ME175CG)

  • Hi All, I have a clarification, I am gonna buy a ASUS fonepad 7 172mg Tablet, Its default internal is 8gb, If I put 16gb external whether I can install android apps like whats app, facebook,games,ndtv,..etc in my external memory card or not Because if my internal memory is full with other apps. Please anyone reply your thoughts and suggestions for ASUS fonepad 7 172mg.

  • I own this phalet for more than 1 year. No big issue encountered. I use it everyday, for Facebook, chatting, surfing, watching video. I can honestly tell you, the volume rocker, and the power button are of some of the best quality, much better than Samsung tab. The button is more solid, unlike some phone button which is too soft, and may dead if you press it more time. (Button spring become less response) It take time to get used to it, as it is located at the left hand side. I don't know if every phone has touch screen issue, mine just works with no problem. It is much easier to type on this tab compare to 4" to 6" phone as the virtual keyboard is much larger (I own an Samsung S4 Active with 5" screen, fast texting always result in wrong words) If ever if I feel the screen touch screen is sensing the wrong location, it is mostly because of the sweat from my finger. After wiping the screen, the screen back to normal. Well, I have no issue with the phone functionally and 3G connectivity as well. It work perfectly as a phone with clear sound, and the 3G connectivity is very good (well, better than my SGS4 Active, where the 3G signal is significant stronger, where my SGS4 only able to get EGDE speed connectivity at my living area, while the Fonepad get full 3G signal) Again, this comment is written using Fonepad (original 1.2Ghz single core processor, 8GB version with 3MP back camera)

  • At first i loved this phone, it was most of the things i wanted in a phone, namely large. It was a pad and a phone in one, because of this i hardly ever used my computer anymore, it was an all in one. But,the camera is quite poor quality, no flash, 3mp, and a blurry front camera. But I knew these things buying it, the things I didnt know were that it was a poorly made phone. After a couple months I noticed the casing warping on the side to the point where it was hard to press the volume button on the side or change the volume. And now about 8 months after purchase the phone has become super slow and the screen has stopped responding, it has just slowly deteriorated. The screen I cannot type on anymore as i have to press every letter like 5 times and its very unresponsive. The screen is skewing where i am putting my finger as well. I was very happy with this phone at first but now can say that its a piece of poorly made junk. I cannot send it back as I am in a different country to where I bought it. Just some advice, buy a phone where you will spend most of your time because you never know what might go wrong with it in time...

  • i too have the same problem with browsing with mobile data. pls help with an answer. my email address is [email protected]

  • Can any users/owners let me know the audio quality of Asus fonepad 7 via Headphones.I know its not good in speakers,but what about audio quality via headphone? I am apple user,so always like good audio quality and thats the reason i didnt go for samsung tab as its not good in audio quality. I know it will not at par with apple quality but need some good comments on as i am planning to buy asus fonepad 7

  • I have similar problem with my new Asus Fonepad 7. I have manually set up the APN setting. Still i haven't found a solution to this. I am using BSNL 3g sim. Please inform me if you have found a solution. My mail id is : [email protected] Thanks in advance. Regards

  • Just got this and so far, it's very good. I just have "challenge" though. I cant seem to connect to 3g. The only way i can attempt to connect is when i swipe-down from home (dont know what that feature is called where you can access short cuts e.g wifi , gps, screen brightness etc.) and select " mobile data ", it says "turning mobile data on" and that's it..i still can't connect. Unlike other android where you can go to "settings" > mobile data / connectivity or what not, here, it seems like that's the only option. And yes i have credits and sim is working fine. I'd appreciate responses and be grateful for your help.. thank you..

  • Get any 7inch tab's cover, got to any belt shop they will mmake holes or camera and sensor i also do it and its working perfectly

  • My asus fone pad is very good. good for gaming 2k14, need for speed. its nice..but my problem is, i can't find a cover for it..i check all store to jareer. but different for my asus fone pad..what can i do. and how to update to android 4.3 thanks.

  • I am using asus fonepad and its owsome best bettery timing I have a quad core cell phone but its single core 1.2 giving better speed Its best using from almost 2 years and have not a single minor issue yet

  • I've had the battery problem where the Asus Tablet won't take a charge. Connecting the charger just gives empty battery symbol, ? symbol and starts over again and again.what would I do or what is solution to recharging my ASUS Tablet. this is my Email [email protected].

  • Well..... ASUS do not plan to update the Android with newer version. Still stick to version 4.1.2.

  • Not to buy Asus Fonepad. I buy Fonepad 6 moth before. With in 4 month 2 tims Motherboard replace, 1 time battery replace, 1 time Touch replace. Very low quality I saw this Asus Fonepad. Suggest u can buy Samsung or other Tab but dont go to Asus.

  • You may use unsuitable cover that covers the light sensor ont top of your fonepad

  • I used this asus fonepad for 10 months. Until now, not so much lag, sometimes smooth. Just use fonepad for social networking, not hard gaming.

  • just do a hard reset... google asus fonepad hard reset, all you need is a pin or tooth pick. I did it on my fonepad.. Great phone, I'm going to buy the fonepad 8 inch when it reaches uk.

  • Never buy any of the ASUS products.I have bought a Fonepad which died within one month.

  • Asus Fonepad 7 was not a good choice for me: motherboard and battery changed twice in 10 months of use (battery not charging). I have an Samsung Galaxy Tab 7 P3100GT, 1 year and 10 months old, and working great.

  • Hello, im having a problem with my asus fonepad . It hang suddenly and i cant switch off or do anythng i can only use the volume and on / off button. what should i do?? The screen touch not working !!!!

  • I've had the battery problem where the fonepad won't take a charge. Connecting the charger just gives empty battery symbol and starts over again and again. No suggested fixes has worked but here is my solution: 1. Open the back of the fonepad. 2. Disconnect the battery. 3. Stick two needles into the second outer holes on the battery connector. The one FROM the battery. 4. Hook up two AA batteries in series (+ to -). 5. On the battery connector there should be two red wires and two black wires. 6. Connect the AA's to the needles with the negative(-) to the black side and the positive(+) to the red side. 7. Leave it for five minutes but put your finger on the battery and disconnect if it gets hot. Mine didn't get warm. 8. Remove needles, AA's and reconnect the battery. 9. Connect charger. This worked for me. The theory goes that the battery is to drained to recharge, LiPo's are like that. This LiPo needs 4.3v charging but a pair of AA's are only 3.5v. They add just enough power to let the battery charge again.

  • I've had mine since jan and though kinda outdated compared to my nexus its good, can play huge games like dead trigger and FIFA14 which are over 1GB smoothly, you get lags as it opens but after few seconds its hardcore, very good for the money. Buy if you want to, its good on performance

  • Hey man, the Asus doesn't allow hard reset using vol. Up and power button, just use the reboot button ontop of the pad,

  • Very Pathetic and really bad after service ..Never ever take fonepad ...

  • hi everyone I need to ask something how can my ASUS fonepad be fix it's not working anymore, my father bought for me last January 2014, I even tried to reset it but still not working the sreen always shows this message "No USB cable connection" can you please tell me the source of the problem and how to fix it. THANK YOU

  • Don`t buy this, It have some issues with the battery and the mainboard.

  • Mine is very good. With wifi on, talking and listening music and with full brightness im getting 22 hrs backup period. When im using the phone with wifi and playing online games and other stuffs i get 10 hrs backup period. If i watch movie and do gaming and chatting and all other then im getting 5 to 6 hrs backup time. Its handy and call clarity is too good. Worth for its money. But dont install live wallpapers cuz it just drains ur power. Camera clarity is good for a 5 mp cam and front cam is also good.

  • It is not supported Adobe flash player..which have a solution about this problem plz help me

  • Hi all you BEAUTIFUL people out there,i am planning to purchase a ASUS PAD PHONE.what do U say a good investment or not,just asking .i have read a lot of the feed back but i wonder. Regards Kenny

  • Mine died less than a week (Micro SD self unmounted, phone call function died, then whole tablet died), one on one replaced. Then died again within 1 month, battery drain problem. Send back for repair. Repaired within 4 days. Tablet board being replaced. No more issue after that. Used for 10 month.

  • at least you had 3 months, i had around a week... after giving it back to the store for a month for repair it's fine.. some online solutions were to remove and place back the battery.. ( you could do so by opening the back using a thin card)

  • Agree with you, buying smartphone/tablet is all depend on luck. iPhone has quality issue too, and those also happen to Samsung, Sony, HTC, LG, and many other top brand. (Please don't compare the rate of the issue for each brand, fanboy/hater are plenty, who trying to protect or bashing certain brand) My Fonepad just working fine after 1 year. Everything just work. Probably if want the tablet work smoother, just don't put any extra widget on home screen, which will free up CPU and RAM load. (This term happen on all android device too) This comment is written using Fonepad

  • don´t buy this!! mine died after just 3 months. try to google "Asus Fonepad Not Powering- up" and find the truth about this crap

  • Good reviews and I was hooked. Wrong. Tab swallowed my mini sd card and now it is lodged somewhere in my tab. C mon Asus. Also charging time sucks. I've only had the tab for 3 days. Paper weight product moving back to Apple.

  • Mine fonepad used for 1year,its gave me a good experience about asus,so buying any phone is depend on your luck =)

  • Think 10 times before buy Asus Fonepad. I faced very bad experience regarding Asus Fonepad. Two times Motherboard changed, one time battery changed, one time Touch changed. Very bad quality this Asus Fonepad. My suggestion not to purchase Asus product. Better to go Samsung or other product.

  • It is not supported Adobe flash player..which have a solution about this problem plz help me..

  • Yes..... There is a lot of problem with cheap tablet. Mine has all the issue encountered by other ppl.... Battery draining, SD card self unmount, screen blackout, whole tablet crashed and cannot boot up. I send it to service center twice, and no problem after that. Been used for 10 month, no issue after that. Been update to firmware version v3.2.9. Pretty much stable though. Use this for all purpose, as a phone, as GPS, Full HD video n audio player, expand with 32GB SD card , web browsing, as WiFi hotspot, all working well. Only verdict is much slower than highend tablet, but faster than most similar priced low end tablet

  • mine just 5 months old and had a battery issue i can' use it.

  • Tired of chasing service center. Sent many e.mails to ASUS customer care dept.No positive response from them too. I believe that even they are ashamed of themselves for producing this piece of trash.

  • Mine died within a week of purchase and had to send it for repairs which took a whole month! Good thing is that the battery life is great.

  • m using fonepade 7 of 1.6 GHz and 4.3 jelly bean but still it hangs a lot and everytime it says app. is stop working will u like to wait or abort and that's the worst part m experiencing. and the speaker ia s bit disappointing as the upper one is louder than that of the lower one and that produce uneven sound. is this common to all.

  • Gals and Guys, don't even think about buying it. mine went for repair third time in 9 months. twice for battery issues and once for camera. its a very unstable device. waste of money.

  • my camera icon disappeared I cant open the camera shall i reset the settings

  • my camera icon disappeared I cant open the camera shall i reset the settings

  • Everything in tab is nice so farbut Volume is over very low, speakers output is not same,right\bottom speaker produce very less output, Is it same problem in every tab?

  • Well.... firmware v3.2.9 still is jellybean 4.1.2, don�t know what it actually update

  • Well, firmware v3.2.9 is officially out, don�t know what it update, try it by tonight

  • Is you android tablet/ Asus Fonepad battery completely drained off? Is your tablet not turning ON? Is your tablet not charging? Is your battery showing a question mark? Solution is simple and easy. Please check the link and like it :) Thanks, Sonali

  • Is you android tablet/ Asus Fonepad battery completely drained off? Is your tablet not turning ON? Is your tablet not charging? Is your battery showing a question mark? Solution is simple and easy. Please check the link and like it :) Thanks, Sonali

  • Hi,friends.I have been testing this inexpensive affordable budget economicil tablet for six month!In my opinion as a mid range affordable tablet of budget tablets,it,s the second one in all qualities!Design,performance,features,and other qualities are really good to be fair,Specifically intel atom in it is awesome!Your power of download and games for such a budget price is unexpected!!!?I have just one request from the Asus!?Some brands to win are upgrading and updating in positive markets of the better qualities!I sincerely expect premium Asus fonepad pad to be upgraded!!!?I expect the best for honest factwriting GSMArenaMobile and more success for Asus!!!?Thanks all dear friends GSM resourceed trusted and factreaders!Good Hope! L

  • ASUS FONEPAD is so bad for call. Why do i say like that because i bought one but it is super problem even i bring to service for 2 month. after i got it for 10 day problem again but another problem. First time : sensor ( Service 2 months) Secondt time: call ( can not hear my partner voice ) Please correct those problems.

  • I have Android 4.3 on it

  • Ok... make your choice clear... For gaming oriented, performance over quality, budget tight, just buy the Levono A3000, the MTK quad core processor is just that better, smooth. Well, not that smooth on interface (slide from page to page), but smooth in apps running, especially gaming. Reasons for choosing A3000 over Fonepad, even Fonepad 7 1. Dual Sim standby, yes, Lenovo A3000 can use dual sim card, but only one will be use for 3G. Fonepad and Fonepad 7 only support 1 sim card, but not a real problem after all, since most people only use one sim. (But very useful for those who has 2 sim, in this kind of phone/tablet per budget) 2. Quad core processor, the quad core processor is much more gaming friendly than the Intel Atom processor, given the Fonepad 7 into comparison, gaming at A3000 is so much smoother. Game loading is not as fast as top end tablet, but much faster than Fonepad, and comparable with Fonepad 7. 3. Apps can move to Micro SD card. (Fonepad 7 can too, but Fonepad can't) 4. Internal 16GB memory, which come as standard, unlike Fonepad and Fonepad 7, which has 8GB model. So, buyer beware for the cheaper pricing on Fonepad and Fonepad 7. 5. Price is much cheaper than Fonepad and Fonepad 7, overall. Well, other let down by A3000, is the build quality compare to Fonepad and Fonepad 7. Seriously, the back cover of A3000 just feel like to drop off easily. The overall feel is very very cheap, plasticity. The button is not as solid to press. Unlike original Fonepad, which is so much higher quality and solid. Fonepad 7 is also let down a bit by the plastic build. Thought, Fonepad 7 has better build quality than A3000. The screen is lower res (1000 x 600 vs 1280 x 800), lower contrast, but consider the budget, is still acceptable. Not much different here. But overall, the screen is brighter For much better recommendation, I would recommend the Lenovo Yoga Tab 8, offer much of the same spec as A3000, but with 8" bigger screen (1280 x 800), metal body (so much better build quality). But, the price is much higher. Only one sim.

  • Can be installed Android 4.3 Jelly Bean?

  • hellow the problem is by opening the case behind the tab the dust particals are get stuck camera. so please tell how can i remove the aluminium case so that i can clean out the camera.....

  • how to move apps from internal storage to microSD CARD..go to File Manager..there have icon for the Internal Storage and MicroSD Card..then choose the app in the internal storage..copy the picture or song that u want to move..then go to microSD card..paste the thing that u copied before..done..

  • buy new original charger...

  • hello, i just want to ask, how to fix the battery that drained while charging my fonepad.. but then, i've try using another adapter charger, and it work, but it take more than 4 hours to reach 50% battery.. tq

  • my fonepad suddenly blackout, while calling or watch movie, the display black out but got sound how funny it is ?

  • Hi,friends.In short with to the budget affordable price.The qualities as a good economical tablet is acceptable!Only one friendly recommendations to Asus the third largest smartwere maker in the world:Now it,s the best time for upgrading and updating its devices!!!?Starting with this good fonepad!!!?Possible for Asus since it,s nothing for it!Happy women,s day plus thanks GSMArenaMobile the trust source and also Asus consideration!?

  • Use older version of skype. skype app is the problem not the tab or anything.

  • Hi friends in this model Skype video call will come are not ? I am facing video call problem with this model can you please suggest me how can i solve my problem please guys thanking you.

  • I came to notice that deferment shops that sell the Asus trick with the settings..if you buy a tab that is all ready on/standby mode....then it will most probably disturb you always...I bought mine at jumia.com Kenya and its working proper...

  • Doesn't support all audio and video Format

  • Hiii

  • If after draining your fonepad battery it's not charging, showing question mark and not booting don't just assume it's d motherboard's fault, here is d solution to fix it: 1. open the case with your atm or credit card. 2. Remove d cord/wire connecting ur battery to your motherboard (doesn't take a genus 2 figure it out) 3. then put it back, after that check if it's charging if it's not, proceed to step 4. 4. lick d tip of d cord dat connect ur battery with d tip of ur tongue then plug it to ur motherboard, den check it out, it should be working now, that's how I did mine and it working for me PLEASE NOTE: licking d tip of d cord that connect ur ba3 to d motherboard may be somehow dangerous, do it at ur own risk. and don't lick like you are licking candies, just put d tip of ur tongue and remove in less than 1 sec. Goodluck!

  • just go to your main menu- main settings- sim manajer- drop down- select sim no i.e SIM 1 OR SIM 2- SELECT- OK. THEN YOU CAN USE IT....

  • I have insert micro Sim into my Asus fonepad but it can detect it. Can some body help me out. thank

  • lenovo is much better

  • I bought Asus at sarit center in Nairobi and ever since it drains the battery too fast and has been in and out of repairs every day. Now I am not sure of what to do, can't they swap the phone with a better one.

  • I bought fonepad in HK. It's very cheap price now in hk. The good points : 1280 X800 VS Lenovo 1024x600. The intel atom saving power long run.

  • Can anyone tell me which is better btn ASUS Fonepad and LENOVO Ideapad A3000? Please tell me, please.

  • After 4.3 update, WiFi hotspot not working , anybody had the same issue?

  • Hello arose, Can I check if your problem is resolved and what did you do? Recently I sent a Fonepad as gift to India. It worked fine in the country I am currently residing. But when using a 3G SIM from Vodafone India, internet is not wroking. Vodafone says they have enabled 3G service for the number. Appreciate your response.

  • What if I don't travel worldwide? Asus also has a worldwide network. IMHO Touchwiz is laggy, at least with 1 GB RAM (my SIII lagged compared to my One X+)...

  • The sound quality better than any samsung product. Samsung just the can with too much make up.

  • Do not buy asus products. With Samsung you will found customer service worldwide. ...

  • Is this Tablet support for OTG?

  • Please somebody tell me how to enable USB mass Storage on Fonepad? i don't want to use MTP because it sucks. I always got "Media Foundation Protected Pipeline...." error on Windows 7.

  • Use ES file manager application ....

  • i am using asus fonepad k004. it has signal prob after a factory reset. but first it worked nice with the sim card. now iam browsing the net throug the wi-fi. plz show me the way.

  • The phone was out of power. When I put it in charger I did not recharge pls help me what to do?

  • The phone was outif power. When I put it in charger I did not recharge pls help me what to do?

  • I want to ask what is best to buy. This Asus Fonepad or a Samsung Tab 7inch or 8. My sister told me that Samsung has lag problems. Hmm. ANyone? Thanks.

  • samsung tab 3/ asus fonepad better

  • download in play store app2sd it's solve ur problem....

  • Very good display, probably the best amongst its peers, Good touch screen, Good Asus applications, Very good battery life, Sufficient memory.

  • Im using Asus fonepad how do you transfer apps from internal storage to microSD card

  • Please tell me how to update ...? please

  • Hey guys wammy ethos tab 3 is such an awesome tab i have purchased it and really loving it. The quality is best its value for price device must check it out.

  • I upgraded 4.2 to 4.3 successfully....

  • buy the second version fonepad 7 :) is better with 5 MP camera and 1 GB ram

  • Dear All, I can't make a Skype & Google Hangouts Video call on my Fonepad. please help how to do it? If i update the jelly bean 4.3 after that can i make the video call on my asus fonepad?

  • This and the updated model (Padfone 7) are mobile rubbish produced by Asus which is very capable of producing good products. Battery of my unit died after a couple of weeks. Couldn't recharge. Had it fixed - motherboard replaced according to Asus. After that the battery drain was too fast. Sent it back for repair again. Awaiting replacement of MBO again. I know someone who bought three units and two have battery problems. The Padfone 7 shell cracks easily and has speaker problems. I'll stick to Samsung Tabs from now on. More expensive but IMO that they are of a better build quality.

  • dear fds i like to buy this tab what is ur opinion

  • I have a problem with memory card,it is automatically disconnected from asus fonepad,i have to open the compartment and reinsert the memory card,it works some time and it occurs same problem.wat's the solution????please help me.....

  • Hello Dear All, Anybody can help me?? I can't make Skype Video call on my Fonepad. Please help me anybody. Thanks Rahul Alam

  • What is the difference between the Asus fonepad ME 317 MG and the ME 372 CG ? Need to know before I buy !

  • Open the back of the device with help of a credit card or similar (check older postings), disconnect the battery, press the start button and re-connect, that should do the job.

  • If the battery is decharged to 0% it cannot be recharge same peoblem with many of the user. I got an asus fonepad and have the problem. Asus need ti do something. I almost lost all the beleave in asus.

  • plz help me dear. my asus fonepad k004 is a gift from my sister. it was runing very smoothly, it has amazing internet working. but I made a hard reset last night. since then there is no network on my tablet. plz help me. I have tried a lot but failed.

  • even i had the same problem..on the very first day.. so, i gave it to asus service center..waiting for 'Dead On Arrival' form.

  • Hello, did you faced problems with the front cam. I purchased it a week ago on 7th Jan'14. The front cam is always blury and hazy, you can't make video call with that photo quality.

  • .gud screen with gr8 viewing angle & touch response .connected pendrive via OTG cable and worked fine .copied files between SD card and pendrive, worked both ways .about the SD card unmounting issue. No unmounting hapnd unless i switch between 3G & 2G networks, found no prob with 3G networks so far .wrkd with wifi & mobile data. got 6.2Mbps download speed with BSNL 3G (ookla speedtest) .played 720p & 1080p movies with ease .decent battery back up .gud one for net browsing and reading .nice UI customisation by asus (luvd the weather widget) .worked video call using google hangouts .quite easy to customise the tab with asus apps .found some apps not running smoothly (piano,..), may b due to the intel architecture .loudspeaker sound is clear, though not tat loud .micro USB port is of low quality, not so easy to plug in .back cover found a bit difficult to remove Overall a DECENT tab from asus...

  • Hello, how was the front cam quality before upgrade please. I bought this a week ago and I find the front cam very blury and hazy, was it fine and clear for a skype call brfore the upgrade. DId you find any fix for after upgrade?

  • Hello, has anyone faced problems with the front cam. I purchased it a week ago on 7th Jan'14. The front cam is always blury and hazy, you can't make video call with that photo quality.

  • I have using asus fonepad since june last year..so far its one of the best phone for me..compare with other smartphone, i feel that fonepad is the suitable choice for me.. but my fonepad can't use sandisk memory because it can't read..so i change to strontium xternal memory..and its worked until now

  • Hi,dear friends and the factwriting GSM.It took me five weeks for a true research!The written design,features,specifications and other qualities about the fonepad are not exact!Why34 pages of almost all complain!Google play store is not updated so it can not give service to google chrome,google search and other softwares and old hardwares in the fonepad!The real problem is that the devices are too old in the fonepad that can,t give services according to the standards of todays!The reason:Google nexus 7-2013 acts independently and as a rise of a problem fix it fast,like kit kat4.4.1to4.4.2!For asus to get rid of all problems is updating the google play store and upgrading to the higher OS to get rid of all problems!I am sure the third softmaker and motherboard maker in the world if it wants to do it can but too soon before it,s too late!Dear friends besides writing here!Please send sms,email,call,etc.to asus and tell your problems to be solved faster!Maybe asus even doesn,t read my opinion!Thanks gsm to share!

  • this is Build number version JZO54K.WW_epad-V3.2.7-20131129

  • i buy fonepad 32GB on 28 dec 2013. But on 1 week ago my fonepad can't charging n appear question mark battery. After fixed then the battery drain fast in standby mode (no app open,gps off,no sim inserted, etc). If i touch rear cover on top its feel warm, where its in standby mode. Does Asus could explain what happened?? Fonepad 32GB,Z2460

  • Any one know how to use the calculator, I couldn't find the % in my fonepad.

  • Hi there i just want to ask anyone here how can i do to work my internet sim in asus fonepad because when i put my internet sim in my fonepad the internet is not working when i go to 'wataniya' telecom they told me to go to their technical support.. I just want my internet to work in this fonepad but the regular call and msg is normal i can receive..thanks in advance

  • oh just like me.my touch didn't work after update. what should i do?please help me thanks

  • You have to downgrade your Skype. Like Skype6.0 to 7.0.

  • please help me, i couldn't setting the wi-fi, aspecialy a wi-fi who has already connected, the signal is good, if i will change it's password again, it's always sign connected, whereas the signal is very bad, the internet can not operation very well, the other wi-fi hostpot able to selected, they always ask the password, only that one who cannot select the password, how can i find that problem? thank you

  • Any body can help regarding my fonepad I purchased last 2 january 2014 after fisrt charging nothings problems. But on the 2nd charging the unit did not accept. Charging until now ihave trying. To returned from the store but the store manger. Told me that the duration of store guarantee. Was only 24 hours only. Pls azus management. What can ido.

  • please help me!!! my fonepad screen can't touch suddenly! i dont know whether its hang or what? i try to turn off but my screen cannot touch at all! what should i do?? pleaseee, help me..

  • please help me. i have a problem with my fonepad. my screen cannot touch. and i cannot turn off my fonepad and i want to take out the battery as it doesn't have battery.. i dont know if it hang or what? but what should i do??

  • i have the same problem with the micro sd card, it automatically gets disconnected from the asus fonepad, again i have to open the compartment and reinsert the sd card, and again it works only few minutes but the same problem occurs! what is the solution?????????/pls hlp me

  • Go to asus centre.they will repair it.only 1day.it will be done.trust me. :)

  • This is a class poduct. I do not know about other guys but this device is working like magic. No problem with sd card or sim or 3g calls or hd movies etc etc or may be i m lucky.

  • Hi dears ... i need your kind support please ... my ASUS FonePad fallen down by mistake from my hand and unfortunately, the screen was broken and appeared two lines in addition to a smash at the corner... although of all that.. the phone and the screen touch are working well but i need to change it as the appearance as broken screen is annoying .... by calling the agent... said screen to be changed against an amount equals about more than 50% of the phone price... does any one have advice to me please? are there any alternatives? please help me

  • HI does it support HDMI cable ??? can it read full hd movies ??

  • U have asked about otg. Yes fonepad support this device i have tried it

  • Is there any news for android 4.2 or 4.4 update? So its basically just stuck on 4.1.2???

  • Hi, i read ur post regarding the application called sandisk memory zone, i tried to install in my asus fonepad. How can i directly save my music and pictures on the external memory card using this sandisk memory zone application..even the pictures sent via bluetooth is saved on my asus internal memory. How can i save them or transfer them to my external memory card.. i am using a 8gb sandisk memory card. Thank you.

  • Hi, i read ur post regarding the application called sandisk memory zone, i tried to install in my asus fonepad. How can i directly save my music and pictures on the external memory card using this sandisk memory zone application..even the pictures sent via bluetooth is saved on my asus internal memory. How can i save them or transfer them to my external memory card.. i am using a 8gb sandisk memory card. Thank you.

  • Can anyone tell me. How to see the memory card data thorugh device. I have inserted the 8GB memory card. The memory card has show all the files in the beginning. While using the memory card option gets disappears. Can anyone help me?

  • I'm Using fonepad last one week. It is very good product with reasonable price. Positive things Good price New spec Speed is good Negative Things Screen clarity is OK If u insert the memory card, the device doesn't read it. U need to install the external memory card application to read the card. i have using the "SanDisk Memory Zone" application for it. Totally Good product. Don't hestiate to buy it

  • nice HH easy to use and until now there is no problem use it... feel so satisfied

  • My 2 question plz ans anyone 1.Dose it support otg cable ? 2.Dose it play Full Had video 1080p.Ans me plz.....

  • i got the same problem as you. my solutin is connect the phone to pc with usb debuging. its the only way that you can transfer data to micro sd.its manual......

  • After new update , my fone pad 7 have many problem ......same with my mum fone pad 7

  • This never happened to me in any case!! Worked like charm with me.

  • Install the skype old version,,

  • how i can use internet via sim card>>>>>>>i hanged a lot in this but dint find a solution.....any one help meeeee plzz

  • on the sd card, you can find number 10 in a circle. CLass 10 means its a faster Sd card.

  • What do you mean by changing my micro sd class 10?...im using a sandisk..,how shouldi know if my sd card is class 10 or not?...thank you

  • I have same problem dear

  • Don't use internet and phone at the same time.

  • Don't buy this fonepad. because one major problem in this tab. while using mobile data via sim card, the memory card will be unmounted automatically. if you want remount, off the mobile data and reinsert the memory card. my fonepad went to 4 times at service center. But this problem was continued. finally they are replaced new one also. but same problem is continued in new tab also. can't able to fix this problem.

  • bro i have the asus fonepad i want to run gta vice city on it but its not working some on tell me from where to download it and how to install it pleses answer me

  • change your micro sd. use micro sd class 10

  • I cant use my skype account in this asus fonepad the vedio call is not working.when i go to vedio call the skype account is automatically turn off..

  • I cant use my skype account in this asus fonepad the vedio call is not working.when i go to vedio call the skype account is automatically turn off..

  • just unmount memory card and reinstall it

  • I can't use viber on my fonepad its always looking for the latest version of viber even though I already reinstalled it many times. Thus anybody encountered this same problem?

  • i had am asus fonepad and it has a signal problem, what are the factors affecting it? the unit is now in the philippines

  • bro you have to network setting then to mobile networks there you have to go in access point names and fill requred info, and also the info has to e very specific like for every network provider, so you first google like access point settings for vodaphone and you fill it , i hope it helps.

  • it is a nice gadget overall

  • To asus, regarding on the microsd card, i am using sandisk ,and after a few munites of mounting it, its always unmount, is there a problem with the brand of sd card,so if its that the problem which brand is fit for this gadget? I hope that you will reply to my question? Thank you!

  • My asus fonepad model K004 (ME371MG) does not connect with internet though mobile data is ON, anyone who can advise me on the setting?

  • This Asus fonpad is the real deal get one

  • The top cap of my asus phone craked a little where can i buy a new one?

  • Anyone have a problem in skype just uninstall your skype..., download skype version 3. Something..., and install it..., dont forget disabled auto update in google play.., skype work smoothly to me..,

  • overall good value for the money. i like the fact that asus did not change the stock android so much and left it clean and simple unlike samsung which make a mess out of android.

  • I cannot save music,videos,and photos on the micro sdcard of my asus fonepad.and it shows something like a flash drive that has a red x marked on it. Any suggestions pls on whay to do. Thanks a lot.

  • I have using vodafone micro sim card, and all the 3G settings for internet is done, by the isp. but the browser does not open the pages, only shows loading...... and prompts message " authentician via the proxy server was unsuccessful" i have contacted vodafone. but the problem is not solved. need help

  • i have the same problem with the micro sd card, it automatically gets disconnected from the asus fonepad, again i have to open the compartment and reinsert the sd card, and again it works only few minutes but the same problem occurs! what is the solution

  • Why every time i call or received a call, the backlight was off..and i cannot cancel or end the call even i tried to press the power or volume button still the light was off.even touch the screen.sacckkkks! And sometimes the keyboard didn't work..just hang..i cannot type..i just bought this Fonepad last August. And the keypad tone was off but still having sound while im typing..so i need to make my phone silent..so how can heard the ring...????

  • I bought asus fone pad last week i tried to make skype video ca ll it restarts skype then whats the use of 3g in this tab it sucks dont buy this

  • maybe this can give u a solution

  • You can use Photon Browser.

  • dear Sir, Asus is Taiwan, not China

  • Why is it that on the packaging it says 8gb internal memory and when i check on the storage it only says 4.47gb total memory space?

  • Am havng an fonepad and its goood. But its not support adobe flashplayer. Can anyone help me on this

  • Ok thanks. I tot there was a remedy except on repairs on the service center. :( how much then it will cost to repair?

  • The same happened to me,so send your device to Asus service They will repair it

  • Guys i need ur help, i am using my fonepad 5months then the battery stop to work, i canot turn on my device, and when i plug in the charger, the screen has a logo of batery and a question mark inside. What shall i do? Please help

  • That was same with my asus fonepad my battery was dead and if i plugged it .. it wont charge T.T

  • Pls help me with my asus fonepad 7. Video calling does not working. Need opinions or solutions plz..

  • will it updated to kitkat?! anybody knows about it?

  • Hi,the dearest honest trustable factwritin reliable gsm.I found out I am right!The Yellow secret agents to stampede my rights,in revenge,finally disabled my OS,BROWSER,CPU,GOOGLE CHROME and the rest of my device!!!?Incuring $600 of losses!But be sure to access to mineand other innocent victims rights,I won,t stop fighting legally to access the rights losses by all logical means anywhere in the world from apparently wealthy powerful ++us forged fonepad!!!?I hope dns failed,no rerponse,spammers and the Yellow moles viruses can,t succed in this fact releasing!Ofcourse I can,t succeed without your helpings to prove the victims rights!?I know for sure no nepotism and sobotage+++has any effects on your factwriting and its defence!Thank kindly to help disclosing the facts and defending the peopl,s rights!PAASP if possible!!!?Thanks. Facts+rights+power= Our Almighty Needlss God!Thee be with you.

  • My video call are not working,..pls help me

  • we same problem did you find any answer?

  • my battery was drain for several day un use,till then I try to re charge it but was not able to charge again. need help

  • Hi,dear friend.I recommend none of them as my moral duty and the pricless facts.After you bough,no upgrade,no support,no care from this Chinese can maker!After many times of asking help and support from them,they tell you:"go and what ever you can do"!!!?As a moral and humane duty,I suggest you buying the masterpiece excellent unique 7 inches tablet,google nexus2-2013 instead!!!?For sure you have always separate up-to-date,upgrading,and constant support of google behind your super tablet!?I am really very sorry that trustable honest google,has bought fame for this careless empty cans maker!!!?I can,t disclose some top secret facts for some reasons here!!!?But my dear,it was my moral duty to inform you,but you are now free to choose!?If you bought those cans,in a mid-night you have to see a garbage collecter,pay some money and get rid of those Chinese rubbishes!!!?Good luck that facts are priceless+hope that factwriting gsm let my moral guidance be released for the God,s sake and good faith!!!?Thanks all+gsm++

  • If you can not use internet trough 3g, then you should check if your internet access is configured correctly.

  • hi.. friend.. i would like to buy asus fonepad or asus fonepad 7.. i'm confused.. :( please give me some suggestion about asus fonepad or asus fonefad 7 perfomance which be better?? Thxs For Your Info..

  • Hi,friends.Hoping to be published!?Thanks the God first that gsm the best is so much independent and honest that nobody can bribe it to prevent it Writing the facts!A very poor worker some years starved

  • For those who eager to buy, just wait for the Fonepad Note 6 or Fonepad 7. Those are much better option and fix many short coming on the original Fonepad. Fonepad 7 1. 5MP rear camera 2. Dual Core 1.6Ghz hyper threading Atom Processor 3. Dual Core graphic chips (same with the one used on Ipad 2) 4. Android 4.2.2 5. Dual stereo front firing speaker 6. Finally, the most important part, apps can be move to SD card without any third party utility.

  • Watch videos is ok but it may lag a bit for playing games particularly when it's loading

  • Realy we can,t use 3g

  • supper..

  • Can't connect to Internet through 3g on asus fone pad

  • I love this tab theres alot of apps i enjoy using.

  • that's the problem with the current skype version, next update should fix that problem

  • anyone help me i install next launcher to my fonepad now it freeze it wont start anymore,what will i do? is there any way i could fix it with myself anyone help pls.

  • Im having same problem with my fonepad,cant use its video call on skype,.and it bothers me for m0st of my contats uses skype.I hope to find wayr how to fix it soon.

  • microsim is the new gsm standard so no phones with minisims are being made

  • You can buy a tool to convert any mini to micro. And when you want to use it again to a mini sim phone, there's an adapter or just keep the part that was removed.

  • All good. I was about to buy this. At stores I found that this has a bloody MICRO SIM, which makes my SIM unusable with all my other phones which have mini sim. Dropped the idea :-(. Why the hell they give MICRO SIM ?

  • I want to take this asus tab it is good one?

  • Should I buy it? I want it to play games and watch to videos, music...etc.

  • Try MicroSD Andriod supported. You can see Andriod Logo on microchip.

  • I had sandisk and had a lot of problem. I ended up buying Transend 64 GB microSd from Amazon. It works great. No dismount at all.

  • i have problem with video call. am already try using skype line tango. and my fonepad still not support for video call. does anyone know how to fix it. or what an application can support video call in fonepad.

  • Hello fonepad users, which brand of micro sd work perfecty on fonepad I have sandisk microsd but it mounts and umount itself any suggestion please

  • Thankyou.

  • unlike the Samsung mega though this allows apps to be run from the sd card

  • Did you try it before and it works?

  • 50%of memory is for system So you have only4GB free for apps

  • dat is y u don c any1 using fonepad in Malaysia, mostly galaxy tab, ipad mini, ainol and hkv

  • 4gb for system, and another 4gb for user available. so you will get 4gb only

  • app2sd

  • asus fonepad 7 already sell in malaysia,but skype video chat oso canot support and wave gps oso canot,izit 1st generation already have this problem?have asus slove the problem already?please help,tq

  • I have fonepad with 8gb of internal memory. But in storage option, i could see only 4.39gb instead of 8gb . for ex.. showing me as 3.1gb free out of 4.39 GB.can some one help me on this

  • I need to move apps from internal memory to SD card Any one make it before using any software Cause the system take 50% of memory size

  • The same happened to me so, send my device to Asus service it takes 3 days Then change motherboard and now working good Battery last 2 days

  • anybody tried direct 3g video calling ? i am not asking about skype,wechat please reply

  • Same here i can't use my front cam on videocalls on all chat applications after i update the system...what will i do?can u please help me?

  • I recently updated my skype on asus fonepad and now i cant use its video calling. I also tried video calling on other apps like Line and it says my device does not support video calling. Before its running fast and ok.Should i bring my device on a service center. Pls help. I bought it herè in Taiwan.

  • I recently updated my skype and now i can not use its video calling. I also tried video calling on other apps like line and says my device does not supporr video calling. How come? Before i can easily use the video calling, is there a need to fix in it. Do i have to bring my asus at a service center. I bought it here in chungli, taiwan 6 months ago. Pls help.

  • I have try using wechat video call to hong kong voice is clear but the delaying quite slow it takes about few seconds to hear my own voice.

  • i want to know whether we can video call by 3g sim card not through 3rd party like swype,wechat,viber.since it is confusing for elders.anybody tried it please reply samsung tab 2 also

  • you cant transfer apk files using bluetooth to your fonepad. one way to get around this is to change the extension name .apk example to .jpg using file manager then send it normally using bluetooth upon receiving change it back to .apk and voila you can install it. hope this will help

  • yes

  • Finally got my phone back last weekend, it works fine now and the battery can last for more than 2 days. Thanks to Asus Service Centre staff you kind help.

  • cannot run skype

  • Is this tablet can work multitasking?

  • The same to me i like it! My fonepad its ok I play alots of games like Unicorn dash, angry bird, car racing, fifa 14, puzzles, most wanted racing all its ok! In offline mode battery i4 last longer compared to online mode. I charged it in flight mode it stayed 3 days when i found only 3% lost of charge from 100%. Only prob just slightly slow in browsing by usjng chrome but firefox its ok i recommend it with pe3fect media player Mx player its greater you just add file format you want to play in setting of mx player. In addition no option to move installed apps to sd card although im using 32gb its working ok! Just like 4 days ago i received update from air to v 3.2.5 now its ok.

  • It is very trendy &gd looking.very handy,useful,fast...good

  • can this tab do a calling and sms?

  • The fonepad is the best one, but if theres a new one coming out called HD7 i would wait until then.

  • Your battery is malfunctioning, possibly failing, i would get it replaced or ask asus to get it repaired, warranty should cover it.

  • it means your battery is leaking.

  • Hi,gsm and friends.Now it has been for14 years that according to the research gsm has been working honestly,independently,and trustworthy without giving up to nepotism not to write the facts with all legal,moral,and human norms!I am myself a man of law and never am satisified to use the means justifies the goal!?It,s out of date and I can disclose that I had been with the Justice minister of the greater China and his copanions!I discovered very much and in two years after that I translated the civil law and the criminal code and procedures and regulations of justice system in China!Now since the issue is the security of all the people whom they use these devices,if gsm gives me permission I,ll disclose the facts for the health,safety,welfare of the societies as my moral,legal,humane,and conscious obligations to prevent the great losses to humankind!?Ofcourse accompained with the law-accepting documents that the evidence are safeguarded by law not to be deleted or+++++!!!?Thanks gsm if it can help to save++++!

  • Been using the Fonepad for 3 month. After exchanged for whole device crash, and battery drain issue (changed motherboard), the device is very stable now. The battery now last much longer than typical ARM based smartphone/tablet, and much stable than typical android highend phone. It doesn't run typically fast, and doens't have many extra gimmick feature, but it does give a very basic feel on android experince, much simple and easier to use than typical highend smartphone. By the way, it's not that slow either, with average performance. The build quality rival most of the more expensive alternative. The metal back is very good, the screen with 1280x800 resolution is great, overall quality is very solid. It is the most budget phone/tablet hybrid that you can buy out there, with a balance between build quality, experience, and performance. To whom that eager to buy this, better wait for the release of Fonepad 7, which is successor to this, with dual front speaker, and more powerful dual core z2560 procesor. Or wait for Fonepad Note 6, with Full HD display. For the battery, micro sd, and other quality issue, better consult your nearest service center for repairing service. Those are known issue, and you shouldn't hide from it. This opinion is written and send out via ASUS Fonepad 8GB version with back 3.2 MP camera.

  • My Asus Fonepad model ME 371 recognizes external SD card but unable to move internal apps to this card. How to solve this problem?

  • How to load firmware 3.2.2 on Asus FonePad to use OTG cable?

  • How to transfer to sd card pls help..

  • do you have the problem with a ? appear on the batt. sign?

  • what does it mean when a ? appear on your battery sign?

  • hi all...just bought asus fonepad 2 month ago,last didn't charge the batt and today try to charge it but can't,ther is a ? appear on the batt...plese help...

  • I think cannot cause I try to send MP3 to my other phone.

  • how to send file vai bluetooth from fonepad

  • I think Asus Fonepad is the only 7 inch tablet that makes phone calls. Asus just announced new model with faster processor Intel atom z2560 with higher resolution camera and dual speaker. its call Fonepad HD7. It should be out this month.

  • I need help to purchase calling tablet.. I am confusing which one i will be select..

  • Yes.... Same as you.... all my apps, files gone after changing the motherboard. The SC will do a factory reset on the device. Sigh....

  • me too, having the same problem.it's just 1 month old, but charge it cant hold battery much longer and now it has been switched off, cant power on.also it doesn't charging!!!, somebody please help me to turn things back to normal.

  • Hi, I just send my Fonepad to the sc. The phone battery drain out and totally flat and cannot be charge (it shows ?)they just called me and said will change a new motherboard but can't save the files. I have took some picture during my vacation in HK & Macau before I could save to my PC and now its all gone.

  • The only edge I saw on huawei is they're not using an x86 processor but a 1024x768 resolution is already below standards nowadays. I like the screen of fonepad, plus the software that you can adjust the color with your preference.

  • hi can u tell us whats ur choice from ur list (asus phonepad OR huawei mediapa ) .... ??? plz help me to buy

  • In my case, yes, it is motherboard issue. When my device is in battery drain, the whole device is very hot, I can the metal back is hot, even put in stand by, the battery just drain out a few hour without using anything.

  • Flash does not work on x86-based Android equipment. If you expect to use flash-based online content, select something else.

  • Thank you for the post..so ur suggesting motherboard change will stop the Battary Drain and "?" mark sign during chargnig...??

  • This could be the sign of system crash. You can try uninstall the Google Play Store, the you will be able to access the default play store. From there, let the system auto update the Google Play Store again. Second method, delete your Google Play Store account, then re-sign in the account. Third method, restore your device to factory setting. I encounter this problem before my device crash and cannot restart anymore. My phone call and messaging apps also crash at the same time. After the whole device crash, I end up exchanged with a new unit.

  • fone is good for me but battery life is too short,why battery is too short life...

  • Sushanth, did you know how to re-download play store apps because my play store apps in fonepad is not working..

  • how to download 3rd party

  • hi, could anyone help me. i have fonepad and i bought it 2weeks ago. i use the play store to download games but after a week the play store has stopped working and every time i switch on the pad it shows " unfortunately, the process com.google.process gaspps has stopped " on the screen. please i need your help.. thanks.

  • hi guys, is there anybody can help me to solve my problem. i bought a fonepad few weeks ago for my daughter. at first, i try to use the play store to search games to download and it does but after a week the play store has stop working,its just searching for less than a minute and stop even i try to press the play store button many times and switch off and on again the pad. i have a good internet signal. anybody has an idea to tell me what to do to solve my problem because this is the main reason why i bought this pad to download games for my child.thank you very much..

  • It would be appreciated if you please tell me how to make video call using 3g cellular network on Asus Fonepad. Thanks..

  • Use directory bind. Google it. Too shame due too google restricted of using some good apk. Need to be root. When using this application.

  • You can't move apps with this apps on Fonepad, even on rooted rom.

  • You can't move apps with this apps on Fonepad, even on rooted rom.

  • using appmanager lll dude. u can download in the market.

  • Unlucky user reporting again. Ok, this time I'm not reporting on the bad stuff again. After the motherboard issue, battery drain, battery "?" symbol issue (Won't charging), Micro Sd card unmount, device crash, after the exchange and motherboard replacement, now the device is very stable, using more than 2 months. Battery Life : Well, it is great! No more battery drain issue. I put it connected to WiFi for 12 hour, without using the phablet, the battery just drained around 1%. In the endurance test, the device can last for 6 day, with everyday browsing Facebook and surfing for internet at least 1 hour. Performance : It is slow. Yes, it is slow. But at this sort of price, this is the thing we get. Turn off the battery saver option and the phalet get more faster with less lag. For normal apps, it runs smoothly without issue. There are occasion hangs on graphic intensive game, which is quite normal on this kind of device, but it manage to run all apps that i install without any compatibility issue, just the apps load and run slower, but not big deal here. Again, I stress test the device, for all usage, no more big issue encountered, although the phalet itself restart in some occasion, when I force it to multitask to run several task, it just won't die. I rooted the device with WW V3.2.4 firmware, runs without a problem. Again, for those who encounter hardware or software issue on this device, do not hesitate to get repaired at service center. Even you know the battery thing to restart the device, I advise you better check out at service center. Mine has died for 2 times, and after the replacement, now the device back to life, no more issue encountered.

  • To us disappointed users. There is something that I want to share for reducing lag on our device. My first experience on this device was positive but later, it became annoyingly slow. So far on the hardware, the only problem I encountered is the unmounting of memory card but it's already fixed by using a different memory card. Here are the things that I've done to make my device from annoyingly slow to usable if not faster. 1) Disable some startup apps - ES Task Manager is a useful tool for disabling unnecessary startup on your device. Already done this before my phone became slow. 2) Uninstall unnecessary apps - At first, I planned on using the device as my all around device. Meaning most of the apps that I used are installed and apps that I might use. But since it's became very slow, I decided to just use it as my phone and install only the apps that I commonly use. Uninstalling unnecessary apps made some little improvement on the speed and responsiveness. 3) Remove junk from your device - Tool I used for this is Clean Master. It's advisable to clean your device regularly. 4) Android Tuner Free - I used this tool to optimize database access and wipe dalvik cache. There is also an option for optimizing apps loading but I guess it's just the same with wiping the dalvik cache. There are lots of tools that you can use with this app, just check it out yourself. 5) Trim your device - A scheduled trim on your device can also help reducing the lag. Making this automatic is one of the best features implemented on android 4.3. There's a LaxFix Free tool on play store or you can use the one with Android Tuner (haven't tested) 6) Auto Memory Manager - Finally, the app that made dramatic change on my device. I already know this tool on my previous android but didn't bother to use it on this device until now. Install the app, run, select Fast Mode and apply settings.

  • How can i move the app in sd card ???????????????

  • Battery drain problem happens everywhere. If anyone decides to get one of this, please read the review before buying. waste of money. my brother is currently using the fonepad. after coming back from service center. it looks like going to happen soon. the battery seems to be not that durable or lasting. i have a feeling that the device will go to the service centre for second time for the 2nd change of new motherboard/battery

  • I have been facing an issue with auto rotate also. It worked before i updated to the android update. Tried to lookup if there was a fix for it. Worst for Asus to not provide any self help on basic but important issues.

  • after using 8 day im facing a problem with charging. while connect with charger it shows the battery icon for 5-6 sec then gets turn off... i put it to service center and still its on there :(

  • Hello everybody, I have the asus fonepad but recently i faced a problem... sometimes iam not able to receive text messages. I have to close and restart the device in order to get any new messages? There is no problem with the telecom company, i checked it.. Can anyone please help me?

  • I bought new Asus Fonepad Tablet its only 15 days and i am having problem with its WIFI as its not turning on and doesn't connects with network. I don't have any idea what to do in this situation. So please anybody can help me .

  • I face the same problem. Appear question mark when charging. It takes 3 weeks to fix it by Asus service centre

  • I recently got myself this asus fonepad and it is a masterpiece. I love everything about it.

  • Finally, I gave up on the fonepad. I gave it to brother. Just could not accept the speed . quite sluggish otherwise it is a good Phablet.

  • Finally, I gave up on the fonepad. I gave it to brother. Just could not accept the speed . quite sluggish otherwise it is a good Phablet.

  • Hi,dear friend.I am sorry and sympathize with you!I worte to them and they did nothing either!!!?As a matter of fact,except precious masterpiece google nexus 7-2013,non of these Chinese made boxes is trustable!!!?Unforunately China doesn,t care either about too many complains!?In my opionion just one way remains to solve the problems of decieved users!?Sending an e-mail to China,s justice department and sue them legally!!!?Good luck and hope!

  • the speeed is toooo slow. even simple task like typing in the browser also could not keep up. :(

  • let me know what Asus says yah. I got my device back from service centre. but I dont know when the symptom will come back. some owners says they still experience it though they have got their battery or motherboard changed. pretty scary. the foonepad speed is quite slow which affect the browsing loading especially with chrome browser. if you are using fonepad for listening music, watching movie and e book it is ok.

  • Yes, i had this problem. and i'm very angry now.i've just written to asus to understand what i will do. Really bad bad bad situation.

  • I think ur device has suffered the common problem that mostly fonepad owners experience. Does anyone has chsrging problem experience? Forr example when u charged it will show question mark sign

  • I just bought it yesterday, it is great for those who need basic features using internet. The battery got long life time, switch off wifi n all those thing n turn on the save power mode. Make it stand by... Luv it...

  • I think ur device has suffered the common problem that mostly fonepad owners experience. Does anyone has chsrging problem experience? Forr example when u charged it will show question mark sign

  • Yathend. Im not sure about that bro but it is workin with 3g . I got a lenovo a3000 and it has 2 sim slot. 1st sim slot support 3g and another slot only support 2g.

  • Hi is it possible to make voice calls with fonepad without using 3G. Does it support 2G data ?

  • i've a great trouble about battery life. it drains so fast not only in use but when the decice is idle/standbt"switched off too. I'm very sad about it.does anyone know any solution for this. i thinck it's not normal.

  • make sure your already turning off gps bluetooth, wifi, and setting sync just checkmark app data only. and some good point is at the screen normal mode. and at last in mobile network setting select the 2G only, to check your battery stats temperature, estimated etc. goes to google play then download battery widget,

  • Yes there is definitely something wrong. I unplugged my fonepad from charger just 2 hr back. Did three whatsapp messages and now its showing the battery to 80 %. No call, No FB. Nothing else. Just 3 text messages in 2 hrs and 20% power lost. Disgusting.

  • Just got my fonepad back from service centre. So far so good. They told me that they have changed new motherboard. Im using it nw to type.

  • I dont think it is ok. Bcs fonepad battery is quite lasting and usually standby mode for me will last to 2 or 3 days

  • I agree, It could have been a good device. But my experience is not good. My biggest problem is that even when the device is not in use, the battery drains all the time. 15 to 20 % in an hour. Is it Normal? I restored it to factory settings, uninstalled all apps too. Only using it for FB and light web surfing. But the battery wont last for a single day even. Confused.

  • Upgrade the firmware to 3.2.2 or above and OTG will work just fine

  • sooner or later you will have the battery problem which it will drain very quickly. i have googled it and most of the owner has battery problem including me

  • Its brilliant tablet performence is too good displsy is nice..battery last 8-9 hrs.when u are using it first time charge for 5 hrs continusly for 3 days. It helps u long life battery and installl some battery saver apps it minimises the battery consumption..hope it helps

  • It is official, im sending my fonepad for a refund which the problem with NO DISPLAY continues back! After getting the confidence from the customer service personnel that my fonepad will not have anymore problems, i return home with high hopes but after just 1 day using it, the problem still remains. This is a very POOR PRODUCT from Asus! Maybe i got one of the bad apple of the product but lesson for me is: I WILL NEVER BUY ANY PRODUCT FROM ASUS AGAIN! =(

  • Something is definitely wrong. My battery last whole day without any problem. I used my device several hours per day. I agree with reset your device back to factory setting and start from scratch.

  • You can make a videocall for both Skype and normal 3g operator its working for me. But for game it is not supporting NFS shift since it show poor graphic on it but other game it player OK. It support rooting as I did it. But I failed to install my apps direct to the SD card I'm using 32gb without ejecting it self. I tested different player for multimedia including VLC but MX PLAYER it is very stable as you thought. Battery life its good as I observed. The model I'm using is New ASUS Fonepad ME371MG 16GB. The camera it work fine outdoor in bright light although it as some transparent dot once you zoom it. It can scan doc in a good way by using scanner apps.

  • You can make a videocall for both Skype and normal 3g operator its working for me. But for game it is not supporting NFS shift since it show poor graphic on it but other game it player OK. It support rooting as I did it. But I failed to install my apps direct to the SD card I'm using 32gb without ejecting it self. I tested different player for multimedia including VLC but MX PLAYER it is very stable as you thought. Battery life its good as I observed. The model I'm using is New ASUS Fonepad ME371MG 16GB. The camera it work fine outdoor in bright light although it as some transparent dot once you zoom it. It can scan doc in a good way by using scanner apps.

  • Maybe you installed an application that prevents it from deep sleep. Best thing to try is to restore it to factory settings and observe the battery life.

  • I got this device 15 days ago in Oman. Its a 1.6Gh device with 32GB storage. The Battery performance is too poor and it drains out too quickly. Despite of a very humble use I have to charge it 3 times a day. Telephony is not good and the incoming voice crashes after 2 to 3 minutes of calling. 3 days back i got a message that a system update is available for stable performance, but when I press to UPDATE, nothing happened. Please tell if anyone knows about any update from the company to fix these issues. Please help.

  • The memory card problem is not always fonepad's fault especially on Sandisk's Memory Cards. It also happens on other mobile phone, there are only difference on behavior. On S3, it tries to remount the memory card and causes a huge battery drain while on fonepad, you have to eject it and insert it back manually. I confirmed it by using my old Kingston memory card.

  • I bought Transend 64 GB microSD card. This is way better than Sandisk 64 GB. Sandisk often drop off from my fonepad. I have to pop it off and back in once a day. I have been using Transend card for over a week and has no problems. Awesome.

  • All in all this is a good device, it has some lags but for its price range.. I am happy I own it... Remember some problems might not entirely be device manufacturing faults ..sometimes the OS plays its role... I am pretty happy with my device....

  • I wonder why asus will come out with fonepad that doesn't even can cope with simple task. running chrome browser and surf nationalgeographic website will lag. simple apps being installed such as FB, data manager and that's it.

  • Hi,dear Sayed.I am a top expert in many fields!As I explained in my comment,nothing works in its right place on and in this tablet!!!?All pre-installed apps or defaults are useless!!!?I test all these devices and survey about them!Asus has made 5 superwtop tablets and a new note fhd phablet including google nexus 7-2 2013 masterpiece tablet!This is the first time I encounter these uncurable flaws!?Nothing can be downloaded and be installed!!!?My only goal of the critisms here is just improvent and nothing else!?I hope for keeping the good fame of asus and android os in it,Asus Tiwanese experts care and do something about this complicated complex tablet that noting works in its right place hopefully!!!?I am proud of asus and in a technology place there,these problems are out of expetations!With respect and sincerity to Asus,I kindly ask one from its information or public relations answers all of these 26 pages of complains!?Thanks gsm for its helps and asus for its cares!Good luck and hope for sayed the all!

  • How can I go to the option "setting" during the touch-speaking mode is on, presently I am facing lot of problem with that. Unknowingly i clicked the "touch speaking option on" in "setting" after that I cant go to the application next window with sliding touch, please help me.

  • Hi,friends.I don,t know how to say these word!25 pages of just complains!?I hope to the benefit of the public,it will be released!?I took the 8 mega pixel one for tests!Results:Battery too weak!Almost impossible to download,install,and activate any apps unless you go to the third parties that apps are not trustable!?None of default or pre-loaded apps work!!!?I don,t recommend this tab to anybody to make my moral obligations unbearable!I am just wondoring that the company which created the nexus google 7-2 2013 masterpiece to the market why should cause dissatisfaction of the whole users!!!?Does the asus care about content and satisfaction of its today smart costumers or not!!!?Last night I sent a mail to the asus and explained all flaws and faults!Happily they answered they would take care of it but how!!!?I expect those users write to asus about the unhidable flaws to asus!?Maybe they care and do something about remedies for it!?I hope good gsm release this in favour of the users whom are in loss!!!?Thanks!

  • same here...my fonepad is not detecting sim card ...i had cut the sim .... the sim card is wrking while i put it in my other mobiles...anyone knws the solution for the same???

  • same here

  • The A3000 is more worse! LOL. Lower res, battery and that CPU....

  • Anyone try this? The fonepad fits my pocket. I am wondering if Skitomi gives enough protection.

  • you can check e-bay, search with Asus Fonepad 32 GB. I believe all the 32 GB version has the fast processor.

  • To use mobile data you must manually define the access point names you can get the data from your local provider or from another mobile with the same provider for example Name: Etisalat WEB APN: Etisalat all other leave blank For MMS you need more data like server addresses etc...

  • i used small screwdriver to open it. I've tried using my fingers but not successful. But by using a screwdriver it can scratch the body.

  • I have charging issue also here. Battery drain and could not charge and boot. It shows question mark sign. Currently my device in service centre. I have searched and found that it is common problem that all fonepad user would experience. I have lost faith with the fonepad and not recommend any future owner to own it. Very lag. I just bought lenovo a3000. Far more better that this device and cheaper.

  • i could not picture the steps but here are simply, use a needle starting from down where the out of earphone jack, you must start from this point, use a needle to open it smoothly then put any id card you have in the same place in order not to lose what you opened, do not use the needle any more, just by the id or credit card and keep forwarding through the phone edges .....

  • my friend bought fone pad 1 mnth earlier. now he is struggling with lot of complaints, main thing with charging issue. he contact service center, but not yet solved

  • plis provide the detail how to open the back cover, maybe with picture too. Thanks

  • Can anyone post where the more powerful model with Intel 2460 is available? I couldn't find any online shop selling Asus Fonepad HD7 (ME372CG)

  • i fixed the problem of battery by myself ..... he is really a genius who discovered the solution of unplugging the battery .... i opened the rear cover using visa card and disconnected the battery cable then connect again .... it started well .... fully charged.... no question mark appeared again .... i am very happy as i did not go ASUS customer service and waste time & money after three weeks of using a new pad. thanks man .... really thanks

  • please advise me what did you do to your fonepad .... mine does not accept charging too .... please help

  • please tell me what did you do ??? i have the same problem .. question mark without start

  • MY FONEPAD DOES start and NOT ACCEPT CHARGING .... when i press button the battery symbol appears with question mark in it "?" ... i tried to reset the fonepad with no use... i tried different cables and chargers with no use ..... can any body help please .....

  • i have a problem .... the pad does not start and when i push on power button, appears the battery symbol with a question mark in it ..... i tried many cables and many chargers with no use, i pressed on reset button with no use too .... any body help please....

  • If your in the Philippines just buy a micro sim card, don't cut the standard sim card to make it a micro sim because it won't work, I tried it before.

  • depends on the SKU

  • Can Asus Fonepad use a CDMA SIM?! Thanks in advance!!!

  • hello all my asus fonepad is not connecting with 3g network. please help me

  • i bought the tad..after 1 week...cannot charge..only battery display is on.i send to service centre..and they change the main board....my friend also had a same situation....hope asus will sattle this issue asap

  • You can use your google password to unlock the phone

  • the only way to unlock your phone without the password is to do a hard reset Do this by holding the power button for more than 6 seconds, it will turn off your tablet. After that, turn on the phone by pressing the power button and vol. up at the same time, do not release until you see the image of a USB cable, then hold the button vol. down and then press the vol. up. will pop up a menu, use the volume buttons to select factory reset and power button to confirm

  • Hi , I bought asus phonepad 2 weeks ago , today the devise has been charged for 5 hours and i still have no result at all. I use original asus charger. Can anybody tell me what is wrong ?

  • I have forgotten my unlock code so I cant use my tablet,please help me unlock it.

  • This is the only information I found:

  • The Fonepad will be updated to android 4.3 on q3, 2013, some one have more precise information?

  • I think its based on the personal handling of these electronic gadgets. May be it felt down or you gave third party since we differ in handling stuffs. All in all Asus is the good product.

  • I think it should take at least 2 hours and half to 3 hours as mine it used to be full charged for 100%.

  • Is good pad!3 month now im using perfect although the ram is still low for 1gb it should be at least 2gb.

  • Hello Mr how this is possible? "I have connected USB Mouse, USB Keyboard, Pen Drive, USB HDD''.

  • OOOh you got the defective asus product!

  • Hi guys I'm planning on buying this due to its incredible price here with these specs, does anyone recommend me this fonepad on a long term usage 1 year minimum?

  • if it's the battery with "?" you need to send to Asus Service Centre, I've just had mine sent for repair because of the same thing and also unresponsive parts of the screen and got it back last week, they replaced the motherboard and the lcd screen *basically it's a totally new tablet now!*

  • how u r usn GPRS in asus fonepad??. i got a 2G sim wth me and i cnt use gprs or edge.. is thr any settngs fr usn it??

  • Unless you got no other choice,,, use the accessories that came with the device packaging. Even cables have their own characteristics or ratings which were designed for each purpose. I hope that helps.

  • Unless you got no other choice,,, use the accessories that came with the device packaging. Even cables have their own characteristics or ratings which were designed for each purpose. I hope that helps.

  • You should try to use a standard microsim to make sure that the terminals are properly connected inplace. Using non standard microsim can possibly shortout the terminals and will definitely damage your fone.

  • Its 2 month i used this fonepad, what i can really say is: im totally disappointed with it. I have to send it back to their service center 2 TIMES!!! First its the BATTERY + MOTHERBOARD PROBLEM, which it cannot power up and ends up with a battery icon with the question mark in it. Then the second time which is the current problem i facing right now is there is NO DISPLAY while im using it! Then the display will on back again, and the next day it will off again. If its happen again for the 3rd time, i will refund it back no matter what!! Hell man i will never ever buy any other Asus product again, just wasted my money & time! You better off stick to PC motherboard or graphic card!

  • Hi! I'm from Philippines. MY sim card is not working with my asus fonepad. the item was bought last week in Jeddah, KSA and sent it here. I already cut my standard sim into micro sim. and it's not working. Is there any setting on the phone that i can check or change so that it will work? Thanks!

  • the problem status "?" same happened to me.where the place ur repaired it?

  • after i recharged the battery.cant opened it.im using only 4 month.pls help me

  • I've bought ASUS Fonepad with 32gb internal memory, intel Atom 2406 1.6ghz processor on 16/08/2013. After 1 week using it. The battery show the "?" symbol, the tablet just won't charges. I sent it to to ASUS dealer, but I have to pay RM30 for postage and admin. heard that other users experiencing the same defects.

  • Try to charge the fonepad with a 5V-2A output charger!! This charger are in the package

  • After she bought it, mobile data never worked

  • I was highly dissappointed about this phone . I returned it because the mobile data never worked. After putting all my excitement on it lack of Saturday put me off

  • I understand, because this device is not for heavy games.

  • I am using this fonepad for the last 2 months. Calls can be made from SIM. Even SMS can be send easily. I have tried 1080p videos downloaded from Youtube. It played smoothly. You need to download MX player to play .flv files. There is no record of mentioning that it supports USB OTG (on the go. Initially I was disappointed to see that it does not detects any usb device attached to it. You have to download and install "PPP Widget" to enable the Fonepad to act as USB OTG. I have connected USB Mouse, USB Keyboard, Pen Drive, USB HDD. But it did not detect USB Optical Drive. I don't have to charge my Fonepad for 1 and half day. I use it for gprs facility as my location is away from city.

  • I just have the ASUS Fonepad recently. I love the machine particularly its ability to change the tone of colour at the display. I have tuned the display to exactly the same colour as the new TV and my friends all said the ASUS display is very good in colour. Except one thing I am not happy with it. The auto rotate does not work after I have installed some apps. For example I have installed the Real Racing 3 several times, but still cannot drive the car in the game due to the autorotate function was crashed. This reduce my delight to the machine a lot.

  • Are you using the charger and the cable that came with the Fonepad? I found some charger that designed for the phone charges slower. Once I use the original, it charges much faster.

  • I have the 32 GB with 2460 processor. I have no issues at all. I love the device. I used to carry HTC one (probably the best android phone) and HTC EVO view tablet. Now I only need The Fonepad. It came unlocked. I can tether to my laptop without paying extra to AT&T. I run some graphic intensive games such as NFS most wanted and Riptide GP2. They run very smooth. I think the difference may be the loading time. It takes longer for games to load. But once loaded, it runs well. If you love just to have 7 inch tablet and also phone, text and internet, this is the one to get. It is my dream device.

  • This is super. I love this pad and has already ordered for it. I cant wait to use it. Best specification ever. I have not been able to off my eyes to it

  • try to reset the phone, turn it on holding the power and the vol up at the same time, when the usb cable apears, hold vol down and push vol up, use the vol to select and the power to confirm

  • this is not a slow charging, the 4270 mAh battery is a very big battery

  • Yes i have asus fonepad i bougth that last May 17 and the problem is very slow charging why?

  • If the main purpose of your tablet is for gaming, multimedia and browsing, then you're better off with Nexus 7. If you want a device that has an ability to call and send sms and heavy gaming is not that important to you, then fonepad.

  • How is 2460 model(32 gb)? Any users..? Please give a review.. I plan to purchase a tablet.. Is it worthwhile? Or I go to nexus 7 3g? It is urgent

  • What's wrong with my fonepad i dun know. when i power on, it shows only charger sign though charger work perfectly. Plz give me some advice.

  • does your fonepad suffer any problem besides slow charging?

  • Early of July, the Fonepad itself is manufactured on Jun

  • May I know when you bought your Fonepad?

  • I think it is the same model. There are 2 models out The early 8gb/16GB with z2420 processor and new 32 GB with z2460 processor. Both are ME371.

  • Ok, 8GB version, with 3.2MP back camera, being used for 1 month, sent in to the service center twice. Both cases are on the phablet motherboard issue. The 1st time, the phablet die within 3 days, the whole phablet crash. When booting up the phalet, it always staying in the loading screen, then self restarting, and keep looping until died. Sent to service center, and offered one to one exchange, problem settle. The 2nd time, the battery suddenly drained like hell after 1 week usage. The whole phablet is very hot, and the whole battery drained out in just 6 hour without even using the phablet. After the phablet die, I plug in the charger, and the phablet won't even recognize the battery condition. The battery show the "?" symbol, the phablet just won't charge. It is certified dead. Sent in for 2nd time, verified is motherboard issue, and the whole motherboard changed. Current status, been using for two weeks after the two incident. Not encounter any single issue, no system crashing, no battery drained out, no slowing down. Everything just worked as intended, battery can last for 1 day for heavy usage, and last for 2 day on normal usage. I stress test the phalet, using it as GPS, voice chatting, play graphic intensive game, using 3G/HSDPA service for surfing, as a Wi-Fi hotspot, test Wi-Fi on all Wi-Fi hotspot station, play Full HD H264 MP4 video, plug in SIM card to make call and receive call, plug in 32GB MicroSD card with full of mp4 video and mp3, using Bluetooth to transfer file, taking thousand of photo, shooting video, rooting, take it out for hiking, jungle trekking, every bit a smartphone can do, it surely does. So, if your device is having issue, please sent to ASUS service center. I would say it is all related to the device motherboard. The 1st device before exchanging is having the memory card self unmounted issue too. After exchange, no more issue on this. The battery drained issue is also related to motherboard. After replaced, the device just stay cool and last longer then ever, even with Wi-Fi and 3G turn on. I really appreciate the service that ASUS service center offered. Been using for one month with two heavy cases. For battery charging, using the supplied adapter is the fastest charging option. Full charging around 1 hour. The USB power supplied from PC or laptop are just not adequate to quickly charge up the device.

  • I have asus fonepad why very slow charging it take 4 hour before full charge pls help me.

  • asus fonepad same model asus fonepad me 371 or another model

  • U can make a video call with the tablet, using the sim's 3G, with no problem.

  • U can make a video call using the sim's 3G, it's verified, that's why it has a second camera.

  • i'm sorry but your answer for the 1st question is too vague. is it yes or no? I doubt this fonepad can make a video call using sim's network... anyone have different experience? thank you

  • I just got the 32 GB version with faster processor. This is my dream device. Now I have phone, text, and my tablet all in one. Truly Awesome. I hope Asus keep improving the device. I will not go to smaller screen phones again since my eye sight is not improving. Gaming, photo, video and books are all better in larger screen. This also fits into my pant pocket. The problem I am having is Mylibrary. I have epub books. Mylibrary opens, then closes after 2 seconds. Any one knows the problem?

  • For those who have problem with sim cards you need to go to a service and and ask for a multi access point

  • I'm facing the same problm too. It gets Unmouted after some time. Using same San Disk Class 4 16GB Micor SD card. I visited service center. They told me to get Class micro sd card and use it. But, I dont thnk so, it will work :(

  • not recomendable to buy within one week of use the battery is not working

  • You can download the viber from the web browser ...cz the Google market not including viber

  • After only 2 month of use the battery drained in less than a day. Can't get it to start up again. What a load of crap.

  • Viber works fine on my Fonepad.

  • Viber is not working on fonepad.. any remedy ?

  • Yes i have tested gps. It woks fine

  • Have you really tested this device for usb otg. Please reply about ur observation by attaching usb pen drive or usb hdd.

  • Can any one help me..that I m using sandisk 16 GB micro sd class 4 in my tab..after some use the tab not ditecting the card..by opening the back cover and reinstall it ,ll b ok for an hour..after it shows the same problem..can any one suggest me a good solution for this?...thanx

  • My asus fonepad cannot detect my sim. try using other sim card as well still not detecting. can anyone help me with this problem?

  • 1) Yes/Not sure but I don't think it will matter since video call using network is a lot more expensive than using internet video call 2) Download third party app on the play store 3) Yes

  • hi guys i am planning to buy this Fonepad i have some quarries.. 1. Can make the voice/video calls through the sim not through mobile data 2. can it play all video format ? as in specification it support only H.264 / H.263 3. can it be used as a modem by connectting to a PC

  • yes u can make calls with micro sim as it supports gsm service.

  • My fonepad can not be charge although the fonepad act like normal(vibrate) after I turned on the switch

  • Mine works great here in k.s.a. No probz at all.... Ur just having a badluck.... Or maybe u r born to have a badluck for the rest of ur horrible life.... Or maybe.... u dont have any idea at all how to use it....

  • I didn't know there was an ASUS stylus O_O! I bet you would help many people by trying one of those on the fonepad :D

  • yeah maybe, i know asus is one of the best brands but when it comes to me there are problems with my fonepad and zenbook laptop. i have the prove asus service centre form. more than five times i send my fonepad i just hope this will be the last time. still i have to wait for one week for second time new replacement. i did not lie because i have the prove. wish me luck.

  • This product is designed to be use for Asus Padphone, not Fonepad. But I really like to try this. Anyone knows if it works with Fonepad?

  • I use Asus products for many years which include many motherboards, monitors and laptops. I think they are one of the most reliable brands. I rarely have any problems. You probably just have bad luck.

  • please read this before you buy this fonepad or asus product. i swear to god this is true. i buy this fonepad in April but until today 2 August 2013 I still can not use my fonepad. I send my fonepad more than five times to the asus service centre. people from the service centre make a replacement for my fonepad but the replacement is sucks too. so they take back the fonepad and I still did not get the chance to use my fonepad. it is so sad for me. this is not all. I buy asus zenbook laptop. i also have problem with it. when the people from the asus service centre fix my asus zenbook it comes with few scratch. you all can read. make your choice correctly. dont be like me i waist so many money for some product that sucks. please take this advice i dont want you all regret

  • please read this before you buy this fonepad or asus product. i swear to god this is true. i buy this fonepad in April but until today 2 August 2013 I still can not use my fonepad. I send my fonepad more than five times to the asus service centre. people from the service centre make a replacement for my fonepad but the replacement is sucks too. so they take back the fonepad and I still did not get the chance to use my fonepad. it is so sad for me. this is not all. I buy asus zenbook laptop. i also have problem with it. when the people from the asus service centre fix my asus zenbook it comes with few scratch. you all can read. make your choice correctly. dont be like me i waist so many money for some product that sucks. please take this advice i dont want you all regret

  • 1) Yes 2) There are lot of choices at the play store 3) Yes

  • hi guys i am planning to buy this Fonepad i have some quarries.. 1. Can make the voice/video calls through the sim not through mobile data 2. can it play all video format ? as in specification it support only H.264 / H.263 3. can it be used as a modem by connectting to a PC

  • Hi! What is the compatible headset for fonepad?i tried dome brand doesn't work out:( can anyone help me

  • According to what I understand, based on my previous android tablets. MicroSD card is only for contents such as files, music, video, not to install program directly on it. One option would be to root the device and use app2SD (3rd party software) in order to install programs directly onto the microSD card. That is why I always buy the 16 GB or 32 GB devices.

  • im using asus fonepad, im using micro sd card 32GB, but when i install apps my enternel memory is full, so i dont know how to move data apps in enternal to micro sd card. can somebady help me..

  • i have the same problem. but when i have format my sandisk class 10 memory card it will working fine .. please use usb mode for data transfer for best result..... i hope it will solve your problem

  • check the setting and config of your tablet play with it ,and see

  • I was having the same problem go on settings and then More then Mobile network settings then access point Name if APN account exist go on it and go down you will find APN type open it and type" default,supl" if it is not there call your operator call center and they will give you the details how to set an New APN account and make sure that you have the right APN type

  • Hi. I just bought Asus Fonepad a few days ago. Am having problem trying to enable the mobile network with my 3G sim card.Have checked with my local services and everything seems fine. Since my area have no wifi services so i'm hoping that someone can help me with my problem. Thank you.

  • Just bought this tablet yesterday,it is a bit lag. Will jam for a second sometimes when you run another app

  • i am using asus fonepad from last 2 n half month , it unmounts memory card automatically after some use. n this only happens when mobile data is on n network signals r weak or fluctuating . i went to the service center there they resetted my tab , but same problem still persist. i am using SanDisk class 4 32gb card , even tried 4gb, two 2gb micro sd cards but same problem persist . if anybody finds the solution of this problem , or at service center kindly explain what has to be done

  • I bought Asus Fonepad about 2 weeks ago, charge for 8 hours for the first time it works fine, then the other day i need to charge about 2 hours to get to 100% fully charge, but now its has to charge for 4 hours to be fully charge, and when i power off the device at night it drain the battery for about 70% if i fully charge it before i power off, it is the battery's problem or is it the fonepad works like that ? because usually tablet or mobile if you power off it won't reduce the battery life ? someone help ...

  • Just go to google store then download first adobe reader then download astro file manager.

  • Just make sure it is for capacitive screen.

  • Guys plz tell me , can i use stylus wit this tablet!!??

  • after installing this new update I did full factory reset, because touch screen was like a crazy, touching was damaged. After restoring to factory default - everything now ok. If you have no problems till now - dont do this now, wait some time. I'm talking about kernel 3.0.34-00001 -g4f8933f, fw JZ054K.WW_epad_V3.2.4.-20130712

  • guys we've got a new system firmware update on our unique asus fonepad. anybody tried it yet? what changes are there? good device, to be honest. -user.

  • Maybe you got a faulty unit?

  • does it support 3g video calling??

  • Don't buy this device. Total waste of money, owning it for a month, it has already gave me endless headache. My tab which I owned for nearly two years did not onces give me problem like can't on, can't connect to gsm and etc. What a piece of crap!

  • I have just updated mine to V3.2.4 so far i have noticed my signal Symbol H had become H+ i hope it had additional speed.

  • @Dhara I am sure that by the time the battery gets old, in like 2 years or more, you will be looking for your next phone so there should be no problems as long as you have it. However if you plan to use it for a really long time or maybe you just want to be able to remove your battery by yourself, then search "asus fonepad disassemble" in google or youtube and give it a try! I hope this reply helps you :)

  • I am sure that by the time the battery gets old, in like 2 years or more, you will be looking for your next phone so there should be no problems as long as you have it. However if you plan to use it for a really long time or maybe you just want to be able to remove your battery by yourself, then search "asus fonepad disassemble" in google or youtube and give it a try! I hope this reply helps you :)

  • does this tab support gyro sensor ?

  • My fonepad asus battery got drained..i cannot open and charge it.what should be the best to do to enable my battery and to charge it..please help me with that...

  • My asus fonedpad got drained.and i cant open it.what should i do?plz do reply,thank u

  • i did every thing i cud. but no result,

  • hi agzz, I want to buy this device in next month but please let me know that if there is a non-removable battery than in future some problems occur with d battery than what to do a device is fail???????/ or we can change the battery like mobile????

  • I have to say this is a great little unit for the price (about $240 USD). I wasn't shopping for a phone, but was shopping for a tablet and the price for the Asus tablet and Fonepad was too good to pass up. For those of you who insist that all devices running Android OS lag you need to test out this device first hand. This is my first mobile device with "Intel Inside" and I was surprised how fast it is. Very fast, zero lag. One thing I notice immediately about phones is how well/poorly the display is in bright sunlight. Happy to find that the screen on this is easy to read in bright sunlight (I have a BB Z10 and it has an ips display and also performs well in bright sunlight - I'm sure this is not a coincidence so if this is important to you take note: IPS display). I have been using this phone for everything except work (Blackberry required) and have zero complaints and zero problems. So I'm not sure why so many negative comments here (probably the majority are trolls as the info seems to be overly vague or just plain inaccurate in most cases). Asus has done a good job with their firmware and custom UI upgrades and I haven't run into any problems. So, for the person having problems with v3.2.3, I upgraded to V3.2.3-20130603 and am not having any problems more than 1 month later. Yes, it has wifi hotspot capabilities and works well as have all the Android phones I've owned (Samsung, LG, Sony, HTC)

  • Yes, hotspot works great.

  • For 3g network change network settings....if that doesn't work, call ur mobile network customer care.....they usually resolve this issue

  • dis is d best u can get in dis budget

  • Haha! get a life ;) Do not tell others what to do, if you think something is bad then post "i think this is bad FOR ME because..." And you do not say "hey i do not like this!! Do not buy this piece of *** because i hate it". I am pretty sure you will reply so please register and do not make me wait so much.

  • Dear Agzz.. The argument, which you are giving, are biased and untrue.You advised me to buy so many things to cover the fault of this device. Add all the amount yourself and you will know how ASUS is ditching customer by fake advertising and people like you are advocating them. Yes i can buy many things with the money that you consider i have saved(really???) by buying this **** TAB. But What about the concept of one device for all your multimedia needs? IF it is all about saving money and buying different devices with saved money, then why purchase this tablet? Opt for tablet with lesser price (may be without calling facility but good processor) and also get a phone for remaining price!!! Leave it man...you will not understand...and yes your education/qualification is not my business as now i know you are an agent of ASUS (based on your advice to other people too) and you know nothing about technology... About poor daylight view: what you advise that i should search for a tree or roof?? this comment shows your geniuses in judging a device on its merit. But also think about people using GPS on streets... About Earphone/Headphone/Handsfree: Use this device for call and you will also feel the need for one...i was not asking so many thing..i was just telling that you will need one of them and neither of them is given by ASUS PS: Being sarcastic does not make you genius and this device good...so mind your language PPS: Don't make it ugly...give counter argument if and only if ready for unbiased review @people interested in buying a tablet: Do not go for Fonepad, the device as well as after-sell service are equally bad.

  • ASUS.. Please introduce 3G/4G LTE network with DUAL SIM.

  • asus plis make fonepad with Intel Atom Z2580, 2Gb ram, and unlocked bootloader so we can flash ubuntu touch

  • Pls does the wifi-hotspot work on the tab?

  • Got the phoblet about 5 days ago updated to 3.r2.3 immediatly and experienced a lot of freezes. It did respond again after a restart, but wth? Reflashed the firmware, but still freezes/crashes. Guess i've got a faulty unit.

  • Do Galaxy Tab 2 you mentioned can support Cel phone?

  • Pls guys btw d asus n d samsumg galaxy tab 2...whc shud I go for n y?tnks

  • yes.. it is possible

  • Hi guyss. is it possible to open PDF document? Thanks

  • JS u cant moves ur apps on memory card.. u can just store and moves ur data like document, pics, vodeo etc. for that use file manager application which is perloaded in fonepad.

  • If you absolutely can not charge the battery runs out! Can not turn on, only shows a question mark.

  • This is the mistake though at me! I can do nothing

  • Looks like you should not drain the battery completely. Same issue in one fonepad was solved by replacing the battery.

  • Asus service cenrte confirmed problem was with fonepad. Maybe i was unlucky to receive a faulty product ??

  • Same prob with me, along with this i have issue with 3G network also, it cant detect 3G Network.

  • Can anyone teach me how to moves file to memory card on Asus fonepad. My fonepad detected sd card but i can't moved apps to memory card. Please help...thanks.

  • There is another top end version, comes with 32GB internal storage, which is same as some of the top end smart phone storage. The processor for the 32GB version is Intel Atom Z2460, 1.6Ghz. Folk out some extra money and get this instead of the 8GB or 16GB version, definitely a more worthy device then the two. This will almost solve the 8GB internal memory issue, and you still have the Micro SD card slot expansion that support up to 32GB. So, you get maximum 64GB memory. Then, there should be no reason for you to root your device, moving apps to Micro SD, if you scare to broken the warranty. After playing with this device, I can say that it is the most bangs for bucks smartphone/tab/phablet you can buy. The Intel processor is not that slow, maybe, well, just the apps or benchmark software is not optimize for Intel Atom Processor. I download the graphic heavy Real Racing 3 game, can be run smoothly with no issue at all. It may feel a bit lag if compare to high end tab or phone, but hey, this is a bargain. The 1280x800 IPS LCD screen is very good. Some people complain the visibility is not good at outdoor. Try adjust the screen setting to outdoor mode, which crank the screen brightness to maximum, it offer much better readability than before. The video playback is also very impressive, can play all the video format (up to a 1080p 10GB) without any sight of lag. Try install some player apps will do the job fine. Well, camera is expected not to perform very well, but at this sort of price, you can't complain more. Get the version with front and back camera instead. For those who complain on the camera, get a standalone DSLR/camera instead, this device is not made for good imaging. The stock OS is Android v4.1.2 Jelly Bean. It is an almost stock OS from Google, with no fancy extra. Other minus, no NFC at this price, no gyro sensor?? Overall, very satisfy with this device at this sort of money, with great flexibility, a basic device that serve as tab and a smartphone, with 7" screen.

  • I Got One a Couple Of Weeks Back.. No Problem Was To Be Found. However Last Week Or So, My Battery Drained Out Completely. Afterwards I Tried To Charge It But Instead A Picture Of A Battery Full And A Question Mark In The Middle Of The Battery Appears. Soon After That The Devices Turns Off. Any Advice...

  • Guys now i try transcend 8gb class 2 micro sd ... And it�s not get unmounted automatically and works fine ... try class 2 micro sd , may b its work for u.

  • Same problem here with my 32GB class 4 Sandisk MicroSD. Once is a while dismount itself. Wonder I this is defect ?

  • same problem with me.. i have a 32gb class 10 micro sd sandisk.

  • Which class micro sd card suit for this tab?? Or which company micro sd!!!? I use sony micro sd 16gb class4... but when i insert in tab its work fine but after sum time its unmounted automatically... plz tell me guys why its happen?? Is there prob. In micro sd or in my tab!!? How i recognize prob.

  • there's no problem regarding sim card for the first time its really takes time to search for a good network. just wait... be patient... :)

  • Hi. Iam using asus fonepad from the past 1 month and i found no issues with it, it is working very good, and even YouTube videos are loading faster to.. i found asus better than samsung. It is much bulkier.

  • That happens to me also, but not the fonepad fault, the one who cut the sim card into micro sim size did the wrong cut.that is why the sim card is not recognized by the unit.

  • Hmm nope i do not work for ASUS or near ASUS or even far away from ASUS. I sure wish they paid me for my comments but i do not think my comments are so begging-for-cash LOL... About your storage issue: i do not know what kind of stuff you install or what data you keep in your device.. but that is something you need to solve for yourself. And about my tech related experience/knowledge/academical title or profession: i do understand your curiosity but that is none of your business :) PS: I guess i am kind of an ASUS fan but only because i like some of the design ideas and value-for-money devices they have.. not because they pay me :/... Ah and thanks for the valuable mercy again Tapesh ^^

  • Oh sorry i did not mean to tell everyone what to do, i mean it is RELATIVELY cheap compared to most popular phones, and i think it is a better get-what-you-pay-for or value-for-money deal. Also about what i said about buying a camera/screen protector+cloth/headphone-handfree-earplug/Micro­SD is only an advice, you see as they are independent devices you can get to choose price or quality-wise AND they are useful for future devices (microfiber cloth/headphone-handfree-earplug/MicroSD) or activities (camera). For example.. you buy a 500$us Popular-branded Phone with a smaller and more portable size.. as it is portable you do not need a headset-handfree-earplug device so you do not buy it.. lets say you need a lot of storage space for apps/music/videos/docs so you buy a MicroSD for like 25$us.. also you do not need a camera since the phone may be with a pretty good one (like 5 to 8 or more MP?) so you do not buy it either. In the end you got a phone with a decent camera, decent storage and portability for aprox. 525$us. Now lets say you get a fonepad for like 300 to 400$us... you get a massive/heavier brick that makes everyone laugh and yell "WHAT A FOOL!!" at you everytime you use it right? LOL! then you realize you want (need) a headset-handfree-earplug device to help you not have to hold it in front of your friends since you want to keep your reputation and keep your family honor intact too.. you spend like 30$us for a bluetooth headset.. your camera sucks and you never get that perfect looking photo with your massive brick so you need a portable camera with good resolution for those worth-to-remember moments in your life.. so you spend like 100$us for a ... then you are still in need for space so you spend those hard earned 25$us extra to get a MicroSD.. In the end you have a not so popular phone, decent storage, you are sacrificing portability for the sake of ebook reading or tablet browsing/note taking, your extra camera has like 16MP and you also have a BT headset.. all for 455 to 555$us. Now the BT headset is really useful when you drive to have your hands free and you can use it with other/future BT phones. The camera should get you better photos because it is MADE FROM SCRATCH to take photos and record video. And finally you have the nice resolution to work with... Wow i did not mean to make my comment a freaking book LOL! (Look what you made me do Tapesh!)

  • Bought a fonepad. Problem - Sim card inserted but No Sim Card detected. Search the internet and found there were a few cases of sim card not working with fonepad. Dont make my mistake! Test the new fonepad with your sim card.

  • Blur wallpaper,maybe because you used a not that high resolution images. Try using images with High Resolution.there is always a solution. :-)

  • maximum holding by 1 palm will be not exceed 100mm width . length might go until 200mm, maybe!? actually most bad thing for android is the wallpaper. never became pretty whatever u set. ur image became blur.

  • Sorry for typo.. It is 450 MB that is shown in setting--> storage-->available....not 45MB as i have typed by mistake...

  • Dear Agzz... I forgot three things which i would really like to know... First: Is ASUS paying you for hiding its so called fonepad faults? Second: What review you expect if your device stopped downloading file because of insufficient memory though in setting-->Storage-->Internal Storage. it is showing 45 MB available?? (I guess 11th reason for NOT buying it) Three: what are your technical expertise??

  • Dear Agzz...you Must be an hardcore ASUS fan... Man...Yes...Sarcasm is good and yes your point for roof and tree was very good..i appreciate your feeling But we are here discussing the feature of this fonepad..not what i/others have to buy or not with the saved(???) money.... But really it is good to know your opinion and yes again my mercy with you...

  • got this fonepad 3 wks ago.. it is affordable pad with 1.2 intel processor, nice front & rear camera, batt life last longer, android jellybean os etc. weak sound built in speaker,use of head set a must if use for calls.

  • Try this, Go to Settings/storage/then click "mount micro sd card". If doesnt work maybe your micro sd card is not compatible with this device.i hope this helps.

  • try this, go to settings/storage/then click "mount micro sd card". if doesnt work, maybe your micro sd card is not compatible with this devise.

  • I am having prob with memory card slot. Table can read the micro sd card but after some time it shows no memory card . any one have any idea about this prob.

  • Hi,friends.To assess a phone or tablet,first I search,research,discover,study,investigate,consu­lt,test,and then I write my opinion to follow logical guidelines!Asus has 4 super top tablets and one top fonepad Note FHD6!This Asus fonegad of 7inch has above average design,features,performances and good os,cpu,display,2cameras,bluetooth,gps,sim card slot and specifications as I checked in several places wlth 9 hours of constant battery work without need to be charged again!Also volce call and recieve!?8/16 Gigabite of storage too!I think this a very good affordable budget fonepad for those who are looking for quality and quantity both!?Good choice to choose the beauty too!?So long!

  • wtf? the Fonepad CAN make video calls! and there are also 16 and 32 GB of internal space versions available. Also the price is really good. Which Samsung device are you suggesting?

  • See Samsung supports video calling and asus wont support video calling and main draw back is asus internal memory is 9gb and samsung is 16gb inbuilt memory. For gaming purpose samsung is da best.

  • Hi Guys, Im planning to buy a tab. Please let me know which one is the best (Samsung P3100 Galaxy TAB2) or (ASUS FONEPAD). Since im new to tab i wanna go for the best and it should also b helpful for my Kid to watch rhymes and me to google and play games as well. Need ur valuable opinions guys

  • Hi Guys, Im planning to buy a tab. Please let me know ehich 12 is the best (Samsung P3100 Galaxy TAB2) or (ASUS FONEPAD).

  • can i use this fonepad to run quickoffice or other office apps for editting document?

  • Its a tablet and phone in one.

  • It's funny I'am a person with small hands and don't have a problem holding the Asus Fonepad. I must admit though that I never make long conversations on the phone. So for me this Fonepad is an ideal companion. I can make or receive calls whenever needed but also have all the other digital gadgets at an excellent level with me. Pros: - good display (sharp even outdoors in outdoor mode it is reasonable) - GPS works excellent - easily slips in the pocket of your jacket (trousers not so) - phone very good (voice clear and loud - receiving + transmitting) - CPU works smooth (video, You Tube, email) - long battery time (recharge 2 hours) - sharp price for a good phone + tablet

  • What type is it? Is this a tablet or a phone?

  • How to set mp3 ringtone

  • Is this true? About this "move-to-sd" thing for this Device? Because i have updated the OS of my xperia go to jelly bean, and i dont use micro sd card on it, but after i updated, All my Downloaded Apps is still there.

  • Mine at 30% when i plug, it fully charged at 1hour. No other problems encountered.

  • I think this device is very good, its one of the best I have come across, soon as I unboxed it and powered it, I got two firm updates, that made it either faster or smoother. The guys here are saying you look like a fool answering calls without headsets.. I think that's a stupid comment! Fine, I agree - ASUS should have added some headsets.. but again I have several pairs from BEATS BY DRE to SENNHIEZER..(don't know how to spell it..) to JVCs..to those that come with BLACKBERRY so not a big deal. This device was made for people who either cant afford the top of line tablets or those that are new to tablets.. like me.. and soo far I like this device.. its possible to use this outdoors, I am not into games so no big deal, charging time is faster than I expected, discharge time is as good as any 4" smartphone which me is impressive, considering I have used other tablets that did not go a full day without a second or third charge.. Sound quality is good.. VERDICT: ignore the negative comments.. if you have the cash for it and would like to try.. just go for it.. you ll only need a week to decide if you love or hate this device.. I do..

  • No way to move your apps to SD card...so forget about your files and apps while updating OS or restoring it. Be ready to spend lots of time to customize it again as per your liking.

  • How much is the cost or pricing for the higher range for Fonepad Z2460, comes with 1.6 Ghz and internal 32G cPU storage. the current one is priced with perks of free headset blueetooth and sth else at $369.

  • I bought this phone on 8 May 2013 and have the following problems: 1. It takes very long to charge the battery, sometimes charge overnight and still cannot have full battery. 2. When using Google Map, I was unable to calibrate the compass. 3. I was unable to boot the phone last week and have to send the phone for repair under warranty today. At the service center, I saw a few persons sending the same phone for repair.

  • Do buy it... Reasons: 1. With the money you save (it is cheap) buy a digital camera to get better quality photos than with an Android device. 2. It may not be good for playing heavy games like Temple Run but that is because of the nice price+nice battery+heat prevention. 3. Poor visibility in daylight, so not recommended if you do not have a roof or a tree near you (sorry for the sarcasm). 4. Screen is dust magnet also scratch-prone�be ready to use extra bucks to USE A SCREEN PROTECTOR AND A MICROFIBER CLOTH. 5. Is there really no gyro sensor?? (i am actually asking :S) 6. The guy i am replying posted: "Don�t go by the advertisement that you can talk with it. You have to buy many accessories�.Headphone, Hands-free, Earplug etc. for using it as phone (and yes ASUS will not give you anything except charger with it). After all taking a call by 7�inch tablet will make you look like a fool only."... So this guy NEEDS a headphone AND hands-free AND Earplug AND whatever-he-was-thinking-when-he-put-etc all the same time to use a big smartphone and if you (the reader of this post) have a Fonepad and put it next to your ear, then you know he thinks you are looking like a fool. 7. "No way to move your apps to SD card...". Yeah right.. 8. If you feel slow then stop unused apps... If the internal storage is getting full consider a MicroSD (a class 6 should be affordable since you already saved buying this phablet in the first place) 9. Does it hang when syncing with Google?? (really asking too) 10. Quote: "Music player is just OK�.it does not enhance your music listening experience (Tested with Sennheiser CX 400 II). Video player does not support common format like *.avi etc. You have to download other video player from Google play store� again giving you pain.". Yeah you will have to suffer downloading MX Player people. Quote: "If this 10 reasons are not enough to distract you from buying this product, go ahead, burn�yes burn your money and regret. Join the club of unsatisfied users. My mercy with you�". So yeah there you go people :) you get his/her mercy YAY!

  • Please try to focus and read first before asking... It is single core with multithreading in all the three setups you can buy: 1)8GB storage with Intel Atom Z2420 1.2Ghz 2)16GB storage with Intel Atom Z2420 1.2Ghz as well 3)32GB storage with 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2460 Fonepad=Phablet; Nexus7=Tablet; Nexus4=Phone and Phablet=Phone+Tablet Easy Math

  • It can run subway surfer but not on heavy games.

  • Mine does not hang, touch screen very responsive.maybe try kill all multitask you dont use. Remove heavy apps/games.

  • If you play casual games only like Subway Surfers, the Fonepad is fine. But if you intend to play more graphically intensive games like GTA Vice City or Real Racing 3, forget it. The Fonepad's weak GPU, the now 3 years old PowerVR SGX 540 just doesn't cut it. I would wholly recommend buying a Nexus 7 WiFi which retails for the same price the Fonepad does or spending a bit more for a Nexus 4 which is an amazing phone.

  • Update the latest firmware

  • hi,is this fonepad for a gamelovers? usually i play game like subway surfers, iron man 3,etc..

  • Very Good device, very fast in 2g browsing, god battery backup, excelet support appli by ASUS , grt value for money , using since 1 month

  • hey guy's,this asusfonepad need download antivirus.i need ur help guys..

  • I brought it before 2days ..Good display better bettery backup and nice 1 but the problem is touch is not too responsive and getting hang somemore times while am using anything..wat to do????

  • i have tried to use OTG with it... it dosent show any device connection.!!! What to do???

  • Awsome device,good price,very fast internet Support usb OTG & Cardreader with flash drive I bought it 4 days ago.

  • Don't buy it... Reason: 1.Grainy Picture....so what is use of rear camera if the pictures are so bad. It captures pictures so poor that will make you regret later. Better you cherish those moments rather than capturing them with this device. 2. Not good for playing heavy games like Temple Run. Heavy games will just hang up this device or may give u headache due to a lag in operation. 3. Poor visibility in daylight. 4. Screen is dust magnet also scratch-prone�be ready to use extra bucks to save it from dust and scratch even then you will be unsatisfied. 5. No gyro sensor�.so precision loss in playing games which requires some movement of device (Ohh�. I forgot that this device is a horror for game players). 6. Don�t go by the advertisement that you can talk with it. You have to buy many accessories�.Headphone, Hands-free, Earplug etc. for using it as phone (and yes ASUS will not give you anything except charger with it). After all taking a call by 7�inch tablet will make you look like a fool only. 7. No way to move your apps to SD card...so forget about your files and apps while updating OS or restoring it. Be ready to spend lots of time to customize it again as per your liking. 8. Slows down when displaying gallery.....it takes lots of time in updating gallery thumbnails when the internal storage is full. 9. Hangs when syncing with Google. 10. Music player is just OK�.it does not enhance your music listening experience (Tested with Sennheiser CX 400 II). Video player does not support common format like *.avi etc. You have to download other video player from Google play store� again giving you pain. If this 10 reasons are not enough to distract you from buying this product, go ahead, burn�yes burn your money and regret. Join the club of unsatisfied users. My mercy with you�

  • Awsome device,good price,very fast internet Support usb OTG & Cardreader with flash drive I bought it 4 days ago.

  • Does this support MS office applications like word excel powerpoint etc....and is video calling on skype available?

  • The above Spec. states for the Asus FonePad: "1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2460 processor" and that "the cpu is 1.2 / 1.6". Which is it 1.2 or 1.6 or does it have 2 cpus? It remains unclear to me; is the FonePad: 1. Are the FonePad and Nexus 7 tablet one and the same or different? 2. Is the FonePad essentially a tablet which performs full phone functions, or are the phone functions compromised?

  • yes you can....i have the asus fonepad....its very good

  • Please let me know is it support Skype in Asus fonepad?

  • u can download zedge to download mp3 n make ur own ringtone

  • and we now have root access ;)

  • Adobe flash NEVER was made for the intel x86 processor...it always had been for the ARM scale... we are out of luck... can only view HTML5 supported site for now.

  • And we now have achieved root for this device !!!! yay !!!!! starting here and read forward for other SKU accordingly ! ;)

  • We now have ROOT woooottt !! head over to XDA and learn how to root your FonePad ;)

  • I've been experiencing these memory unmounting issues, can you please tell me how to fix it? Thanks

  • Correct. Some people say that Samsung is an expert because they already released a lot of phones and tablets. Quantity doesn't means quality. China phones are also released in large numbers and I also see a lot of people using it, does it means it's better than Asus?

  • some people rather to buy without thinking as long its "Samsung".

  • there's no move to SD card for now or forever sorry to say, you need to root it before you can move apps to SD card

  • I dont know why pepole go for samsung TAB?

  • How to transfer application to removeable micro SD in Asus fonepad K004 ME371MG ? Please advise.

  • I cant use MP3 as a ringtone in Asus fonepad K004 ME371MG. Please help.

  • YES

  • A big YES! This is a phone and tablet in ONE. It has a call and messaging like regular phone.

  • Some country doesnt have camera at the back.

  • You can use skype

  • Hi5. Yes there is option either to call and texting. Although is really big, once u get used to ir, u won't be able to lower ur screen size expectations. Highly recomended.

  • Is this tablet compatible with Microsoft Office for documents viewing and editing? Jimaco

  • hey, can any one tell me who use this tab that there have a option of messaging service through the micro sim?? as well as call option in this tab

  • Yay update. Seems smoother... but we need root. Or atleast move to sd card feature.

  • you guys wrote this site asus fonepad primary camera 3.15MP,but i bought a tab no primary camera.

  • What changed after the update "about Tablet".. kernel version or build number..???!!!! How to update?

  • Yes.you can insert micro sim card

  • asus fonepad i have i dont have wi-fi at home. but i can used my simcard to do browsing and can i used skype also for video chatting . it will support ?

  • Yah. Good device. In a way it is. Period........... But' so frustrating no root for it.. its like the device is not 100% yours...... you can't do want yo want.. and SD card is useless........ i think i will wait for 2nd gen nexus 7.... NOT RECOMMENDABLE!

  • I had a Samsung Galaxy S3 and purchased this devise last week. I'm using this device with AT&T in USA. It's working well. Low resolution camera and voice echo (not significant) is a problem. I am using the same Bluetooth earphone I used before. The distance I can use Blutooth without interruption is almost double and better sound quality with the Fonepad. Still I don't know how to add Unicode fonts to this device to read foreign news papers.

  • ASUS, my onboard storage of 8GB is almost full,if cannot use apps2sd what's the point of having the micro SD slot? Please update .....

  • It is a very good device with reasonable price i.e rs 15999..it is a first tablet with intel atom processor in this price..i have been using the device from last 10 days and found the device to be good with stylish looks..thanks to Asus for making such a device available in this price..

  • Great device been using for a week and so far i am happy with the spec it provide. Battery life ok able to last for about 7hours full usage.(I use for my work support, checking mail receiving supporting call) If even greater if Asus can provide it together with OTG cable.

  • Is there anybody tried any skullcandy earphones/headsets with mic on this unit? Or even urbeats by beatsbydre?how was the mic?:-)

  • You are welcome.so far so good with this unit. im enjoying it.

  • I think there is. Because some product of asus have stylus.

  • Thank you Asus

  • Im sorry about my term "headset". i mean nokia and sony xperia earphones with mic. But mic does not work. hehe. peace!

  • Headset is also working to me. But let's say I'm watching movie. It's obvious that earphones have better sound than headset (except unneccessary expensive headet). It's kind of annoying to switch to my headset if there's something already plugged in to my ear.

  • Can fonepad use stylus? Is there any external stylus that available fonepad?

  • Yes we can make video calls and it supports screen sharing also

  • I tried nokia & sony xperia headset sound works but mic dont.now im using nokia bluetooth headset.works fine for this unit.

  • You can use skype, yahoo messenger,viber and other apps.

  • Maybe you can try pressing your power button atleast 10seconds, if doesnt work, go back where you buy the unit and ask for customer service or replacement.

  • Yes, but by default skype will install in tablet interface mode, you must to change to smartphone interface mode (and reboot yor phonepad) or your earpice won´t work

  • Using it for last 15 days. Awesome phone... great battery.. Just missing the internet pass through function... Can anyone help on this

  • Anyone here succeeded on using earphone for calling? The default behavior disables the mic.

  • Can i use skype video call application in this Asus fonepad ?

  • Can i use skype application in this asus fonepad?

  • why my fonepad cannot on even i charge it for more than 3 hour..please answer..

  • I think you are on the ultra-power saving mode, the reason why your data gets disconnect.check your "power management" settings

  • Anybody facing this problem of losing data connection when you leave home with wifi on? Whenever I bring my fonepad out with wifi on and I will not be able to connect to mobile data until I off and on the device then I will get back the data connection. And anyone found a way to get adobe flash to be working on the device? Or it is juse impossible to have Adobe flash?

  • Quad core CPU is made by Mediatek, processor used on most china cheap tablets. I don't think it can be called an upgrade and don't expect too much on the camera.

  • finally Asus produced sth was expected , memopad hd7 , but there is a question , how they have embedded 5 megapixel camera , quad-core CPU ,( features similar to nexus 7 with a rear camera ) but with such a cheap price,129 USD ?does it mean low build quality or sth else ?

  • So the warranty not support eh

  • Download Quadrant standard or nenamark2 to check benchmarks. It can charge via usb on your laptap or pc. This is not for heavy games but it can run subway surfer, laser wars, and others same like candycrushsaga or angry birds.

  • This tablet is not for heavy gaming so expect some lags on games with heavy graphics. But games like angry birds should be okay. Charging can also be done on laptops.

  • Hi , does fonepad charging via usb like laptop ?! I have a tf101 but this cant charge with my laptop Is this good for games like asphalt 7 and nfs mostwanted2 or only games like fruit ninja and angry birds ?! How can i see benchmarks?!

  • I buy fonepad recently.and I have one problem: (( How can I connect usb or external-HDD to my fonepad????))

  • Including a better cpu and camera will increase the price. Users like you may like it but some users will prefer a lower price than specs. You can please all the people some of the time, and some of the people all the time but you cannot please all the people all the time - Abraham Lincoln

  • i think "Sunway & Klang area" was is in malaysia. price for 8gb with camera here in malaysia is around RM690. cheap compare to samsung tab2 7.0 which is RM990 for 8gb 3g and RM599 for 8gb tab2 7.0 wifi.

  • Look who's talking?

  • everyone who is open minded accept my idea except a person like you ,you can't see as you are close minded as you you are Asus lover. I personally love all their products specially their laptops , and since I hate Samsung products because you can see them everywhere ,I prefer other brands.Anyway Samsung knows more than every brand what people need ,unfortunately .

  • Good performance and i really luv it

  • There are users satisfied on the specs for a reason, if this is not you need, just don't buy it dude. Asus do not force you to buy they're product.

  • I mean why they don't balance between specifications .for instance ,instead of putting quad-core CPU ,it's better to use a dual-core one and also a good rear camera( at last 5 mega pixel) or for this fonepad , full functionality of cellphone is not really sth essential ,instead they could improve camera or CPU.they should learn from apple and sumsung. according to rumours, they are also introducing a New 7 inch ( new version of memo ) but again it wil equiped with quad-core without camera !!!!!

  • This tablet is not aiming for high-end market, PadFone is for that category. It is for people who doesn't have to spend much to ge a quality tablet. And about the Samsung is always rules, you can check the Galaxy Tab 3.

  • Asus ,why you don't produce a perfect and reasonable 7 inch tablet ? fonepad packs a really weak rear camera , and available in boring colors , nexus 7 doesn't have a rear camera ,memo pad is out of range with very weak CPU ....also is cheap. please make a 7 inch tablet that can satisfy all the basic needs of buyers.a 7 inch tablet with 5 mega pixel rear camera , dual core CPU , supports 3g with charming colors like white and black. all your tablets at this range have a kind of drawback , so there is no surprise why Samsung is always ruler.

  • I bought this a month ago. Really excited about using it. Was happy for 3 weeks, as the performance was amazing, screen clear, and I'm an Android lover. Then the phone decided to sleep so deeply even my kiss could not wake it up. I took it to Lowyat. Turns out the motherboard is conked. Mother in heaven, my phone is just a month old and the motherboard is out? And Asus don't have stock for the motherboard, and can't replace a new one for me. I don't know about you guys but I'll never ever get Asus products again. I need a device that actually works.

  • What Do u mean system font? Size?(go to settings/display) Apearance?(install another launcher from playstore) i hope that helps :-)

  • Anyone here knows how to change the system fonts without rooting?

  • Yes, it runs like dual core, because of intel core.

  • Maybe asus memopad he was taking about, mine SR899 8GB at Corniche mall jeddah ksa. I purchased mine may2013.

  • Can I use a pouch with keypad is it possible with or without wire (Bluetooth)please advise.

  • where u get it?699 so cheap�

  • why my fonepad not charging...i can not on my fonepad..

  • Is this a fast processor? Even it its a single core?

  • Is this scratch resistant??

  • This is a great device, its just like the Nexus 7 in terms of design as it was made by the same people. With a matalic backing it feels better. The pablet is fast and smooth most of the time, but at time it does start to lag when you open too many application, after looking into it, i think it is down to the RAM. as for my most of it used up. But this is not a major issue, its just because i use a keyboard which is RAM heavy (Swype) when when it is used with Chrome or Skype it becomes slow for a few seconds then it is fine. In terms of processing power, it is amazingly fast for the price you pay, remember this is a £180 7 inch tablet + phone. I can run games just fine on it, and benchmarks like epic citadel runs very well. ----------- As a question does anyone know where i can buy this in India? I have the EMEA version which does not have a rear camera, but the ones being sold in APAC does have a rear camera.

  • Can anyone confirm if the fonepad has NFC or not? Thanks

  • Can view or edit documents created by Microsoft Office using 3rd party apps.

  • is it support microsoft office .. I love fonepad

  • From 3.2.2, reverted back to 3.1.16. 3.2.2 is faster and the network seems stronger but experiencing a lot of drop connections. Good thing I've download the firmware before they removed it from their server.

  • After recent update 3.1.17 USB OTG works ... Tested on pen drive, mouse n keybord, dslr... dslr controller work like a charm...

  • so how do i know that it's locked or unlocked? and for Flash Player, do i have to install it? Thanks all

  • so how do i know its locked or unlocked? and for adobe flash player, do i need to install it by myself? thanks all

  • Go to m.aptoide.com first download it's own app,then search for adobe flash player. Best way I think.

  • Yes U can do everything U want to do with android!(good supports like adobe or office.) for locked or unlocked;it depends on Ur country.but I think it must be unlocked.

  • hello all, i am planning to buy fonepad, so i have some questions want to ask u all. Does asus fonepad can read pdf, word, and excel. And it is locked or unlocked? thank in advance

  • The latest firmware 3.2.2 is not yet available on my region. Anyone had a link for the firmware of a WW device. And if anyone having issues with the 3.2.2, can you post it here? How's the performance compared to .16? Because for me .16 is faster and experiencing less battery drain than .17.

  • does it have ethernet option?

  • I just read from the internet that the .16 firmware is faster than the .17 and also some reported that they encountered crashing of apps. And while I'm on .17, I had a memory card unmounting issues which didn't happen again after downgrading. I'll try the latest one if it's better.

  • has any one tryed running flash player are there any problem

  • Why downgrade the firmware what wrong with it

  • Mine 3.2.2 now.i upgrade yesterday.

  • For those who want to downgrade the firmware, you can use this as guide. I downgraded mine to 3.1.16 from 3.1.17 because I heard there are some issues with 3.1.17. Make sure to backup first just in case.

  • For every one who asking about flash player, Search in youtube how to get flash player on android for jelly bean , and your problem solved :)

  • For every one who asking about flash player, Search in youtube how to get flash player on android for jelly bean , and your problem solved :)

  • Guys need help, what would you recommend, i want to purchase bluetooth headset for my fonepad. The cheaper but one,but works fine for this unit.thanks :-)

  • Oh now i know. Not my interest anyway.thanks on the info.:-)

  • the reason is that if you want to stream tv or films or live tv you need adobe flash player

  • is adobe flash player working ???

  • is adobe flash player working ???

  • All video i browse on the net is working fine, why are you guys asking for adobe flash player? Just curious. :-)

  • i Just got it today. India am very happy with the device. touch and display is far better than galaxy tab 2. processor is also good. Thumbs up asus

  • Hello! I have the same question: does adobe flash player works and sopcast when I want to watch online soccer streams?! I really want to buy this Fonepad because it's multifunctional.... And for 250 euros is cheap deal... I will use phone function on 3g, I just hope it's working and hearing well... Let's hope tjat the loudspeaker is real loud :))

  • I purchased a Asus fonepad, but I have not received the safety cover along with the pack, is there any option to have one, and please specify the service center of Asus, in Indian State of Kerala.

  • How can i get flash player? I tried but its not supportive. Can anybody suggest

  • can anyone tell me how is the performence...as iam planning to buy asus fonepad..is it better than samsung galaxy tab2..thanks in advance

  • thanks for your reply... ^^

  • my dad just bought me one and was sorely disappointed it only came with the charger!!! I think I have the 8gb one, but can only use about 4gb or so, so far battery life is ok, (has the smart battery saver option) haven't got the time to get a micro-sim to test for telephony function...it does heat up when playing a game for at least 10 minutes or so (Candy Crush!)

  • I cannot get external mouse or keyboard to work, really frustrating! But keyboard Works on all my other android devicesi

  • Not stereo loudspeaker. I don't like this.

  • I think you are on the wrong page.

  • When My Contract With iphone4s Reach 2years i had one year to wait . im looking forward to IPHONE6 or Iphone6S maybe , it depends on what is the latest iphone during that time.

  • This is how the video recording looks like :-)

  • I tried to use 3g web browsing straight 8hours and the battery left 17%. And this phablet is not for heavy games.it can run subway surfer but not that smooth.phone function is recommendable.as well as video calling. 720p video recording at front camera is impressive.

  • I own one, and all video i stream on the web works fine.

  • Hi..I want to buy this phablet..and I have some concerns..Does it have a heating issue??how about the battery life when using 3g?? does it lags wen playing games?? And what can u say abouy its phone functionality??.. thanks a lot...

  • Is this scratch resistant??

  • can some who owns a fonepad please please please give a yes or no i answers can adobe flash player be uses on it ever with original web browsers or with another browsers i read all the post and am just confused it will affect if i buy one or not

  • Yes it is only single core and it shows in "quadrant standard" system information as a two cores, somebody answers,it is because of hyperthreading like in core i3,i5 & i7.

  • where did you buy it? so far how it works? can you share with me

  • how u know your fonepad run dual core ? fonepad just been made only one single core and never heard about another version use dual core released yet hmm ~ peace :)

  • It can run but not as smooth than nexus 7

  • yes 1080p mkv smooth

  • Yes it is

  • This unit is already 3g. You can put a 3g/internet/data sim card in it.no need a modem to access internet. OTG i didnt try it so far.

  • Oh, thats why it is like my dual core xperia go when it comes to internet browsing speed.thanks

  • It can. And i tried it pretty much cool and clear frOnt facing camera for video calling.

  • Gooooooooood news , now 2 versions of this tablet is available , new one runs on 1.6 GHz CPU as is equipped with a more advanced chipset Intel atom Z2460 :))))))))) Now I have only one question about rear camera,is it acceptable or not considering 3 megapixel ?specifically it's vedio recording? please answer , thanks in Advance

  • Can asus fonepad, support video call(skype,ym, etc)pls answer....

  • you can't compare intel x86 single core processor with ARM based single core processor, its on different level :)

  • its because of intel hyperthreading technology like on core i3/5/7 series

  • The main drawback in this tablet is CPU , I personally don't like Samsung products as you see them everywhere , I really like to purchase this stuff but it's CPU is disappointing .I own a Sony Ericsson xperiapro which runs on a single core CPU ,totally fed up with hangs and lags,so I will never again buy a single core CPU android device.

  • is adobe flash player working?????

  • Can you watch hd with fonepad? And also how about compass, is it available???

  • oh great Asus availeable 32GB vers *0* this is now the best tablet

  • I check mine, and the cpu is dual core 1.2Ghz

  • Is this tablet can run hd game like asphalt 7 modern combat 4 nova 3 smoothy ?

  • I bought at RM709 from SenQ. 2 years warranty! Too bad no back casing yet in the market.

  • is this phone/tablet slow, cause only using single core?

  • I bought one last week, screen is perfectly normal if u turn off Asus splendid app, great fonepad

  • cool information ~~~Asus Fonepad ME371MG 8GB only rm699 (call+wifi) !!! wat free gift u get? sunway wat shop? thanx ~

  • I bought free when sign up with starhub, awesome device

  • Cheap because Asus made and the spec is low but can call. Apple iPad/iphone product expensive because you need to pay for the iOS and the device but android are free for all which mean you just pay for the device only.

  • If you prefer heavy task and gaming I suggest nexus 7...Asus fonepad GPU are only sgx540 which not suitable for heavy gaming and the quality not good as the nexus 7 nvidia tegra3..however fonepad are cheaper then nexus 7. Fonepad can call nexus 7 can't call.

  • Is it access 3G USB Dongles..?

  • anyone try this compass app > Compass with Maps on google playstore does it works?

  • The number of cores 1 The number of threads 2 some software will show as dual core cause of hyper threading.

  • How many core it has?! I mean CPU Cores!

  • Ya...i really get it @ 699 at my area.Confirm original. as i know subang jaya & sunway gt 2 shop also sell at this price.i check already.Subang's shop gt gv 4 free gift some more & they gv 50% discount for this fonepad's protector & case if you buy from them.

  • In Indonesia officialy price is Rp3.299.000,- for 32Gb. Its mean +- US$330

  • guys how is the processor vs any dual core processor? should I purchase this or wait for tab3!

  • For the OTG to work, Like the nexus 7 requires a PPP widget from playstore, i think fonepad too will require a widget or an app. Plz do check and tell if any1 has tried this.!!!!! Thanks

  • Asus fonepad is available on cromaretails.com in india. Near ur croma retails or online.!!!! been looking for its release since feb.

  • hello which one best this or nexus 7 tegra gaming and does nexus 7 support otg or not i kow nexus 7 does not have sd cart and rear camera not big problem for me there 32 gb big memory internal can any one help me please

  • serious?! how it can be so cheap?

  • Sunway & Klang area gt sell original set with 699 only

  • I get it @ 699 oli.

  • I want to buy this phone.. please help me .. where and how can i buy it .. its really awesome ..!!

  • hey bro, u can call to asus support center to check your status/information fonepad.

  • Original apps inclubed office documber viewer and pdf viewer.that's mean no need extra install apps.

  • it can app2sd. but your fonepad need to root 1st.

  • 16GB or 32GB also work well...but 32GB better use class 10 MicroSD.

  • I'm truly sorry to hear about that. These incidents are to be expected from these online sellers, which is why I prefer to walk-in and hands-on with the device (if it is available), or else go to another shop.

  • mayb too much background apps is open...closing up apps when not in use.

  • YUP. u can make calls with 3.5mm earphone/headphone/bluetooth.work well.

  • I bought a 32GB sandisk class 10 memory card and it works perfectly, not lagging the performance whatsoever.

  • not support OTG. but microsd support to 32GB, also support movie playback form SD.

  • OTG does NOT work. Tried many types of cable/adaptor but none of the external usb/hardisk works via OTG. However it works with the Asus Memo Pad 7" and I don't know why. :-/

  • i had 1. 12hr with data internet i try. if no internet access no play games just call and sms 3.5day i try. charge time is 1.5hr to 14%to 100%.

  • Does the battery life is good? It says 9 hours where specification says, in tab its up to 40 h and note 10.1 its Up to 33 h

  • Please help me. I want to buy this fonepad but first I want to know whether it has screen problem (light bleeding) as Nexus 7 or not. because they both have the same LCD screen. thanks

  • please help me. I want to this fonepad but first I want to know: does it have screen problem 1(light bleeding) as in Nexus 7 or not? thanks

  • Suggest stylus for Fonepad.? does OTG works? I want this device for watching videos(from micro sd-card or external HD) , web browsing, youtube videos, pdf reading, and sketching. plz give reviews as how fonepad performs of above mentioned works.

  • every one have this app asus splandit ? i cant find it i bought in austria

  • Yes it is 3.5mm jack, i tried Nokia's headset and it works fine.

  • Does the Fonepad have a 3.5 earphone jack so that you can answer calls via a normal headphone with Mic?

  • 8gb/bought it from jeddah/ with dual camera. Before i am using dual core but the performance same like on this tab wich is only single core. Maybe it is because of intel.

  • Do you guys feel lag when trying to minimize the main menu? OR sometimes when u press back button from application & widgets menu. Hope to get reply TQ!

  • If it runs intel doesn't meant it can run windows. It's only the processor. HTC phone can run both OS but forgot the model.

  • which version u have? 8 gb or 16bg.... with real camera?? Where u got it from..!!!!

  • thxyou for the information.wanna to get a 32gb external micro sd.here asia only have 8gb internal asus fonepad>.< if have 16gb+rear cameara would be nice.

  • Increasing the memory of doesn't lag your phone. its just allow you to save MORE data on your phone.

  • Got mine last may 5 no problem in video on browser and also read pdf file.awsome pic editor and has a movie maker it has also usb charging i tried it to my pc. Try exploring my first tab/pad

  • can any1 answer me pls? the Card slot should buy microSD 32 GB better?or 16GB better?do 32gb will make performance bad.example lagging.because i saw online got peole say that 32gb cannot read in pc due to fat32.

  • my fone pad internal MEMORY is 8gb. so,Card slot should buy microSD 32 GB better? what the diffrent if me use 32Gb or 16gb external microsd?do 32gb will make my tablet performance lag?

  • It comes with a html5 browser already... flash sites are converting to the new standard ( html5 ) ... YouTube and others work fine for me.... no needed to side load flash player at all.

  • my fone pad internal MEMORY is 8gb. so,Card slot should buy microSD 32 GB better? what the diffrent if me use 32Gb or 16gb external microsd?do 32gb will make my tablet performance lag?

  • I have a 7inch tablet which is Blackberry Playbook but more & more I am losing interest in it because of poor variety of application & games that can be downloaded. So I were to sell my tablet I'll probably choose this as replacement.

  • i likie it, soon insha allah

  • i wanna know if this is Intel it means we can have Windows on it?~~~!!!

  • Size doesn't matter as long the hardware are support. But too bad this fine pad using Intel..so yeah not much app can support for Intel at the moment.

  • Great pad but sadly cannot app2sd,hope can in the future

  • 800 x 1280 pixels. Of course no 1080p video.

  • can it play 1080 full hd videos or not

  • i don't think that in order to read pdf, you need the flash. what you need is the adobe reader.

  • dolphin browser or firefox with extension enable.

  • Is this usb charging?

  • u can install 'app 2 sd' from play store

  • nice

  • how to move apps to sd card?

  • yes, of course. i own one and it works smothly. i have about 4gb free

  • It has very good battery life,10-12 hours of normal usage,(call,whatssap,light browsing) Glass display and excellent view,very responsive to touch/stylus

  • how to find the originality of asus product (fonepad) ? by checking the imei number ? or use another ways.... can anyone explain about it.

  • Good review and thx...guess this fonepad are not suitable for heaving gaming due to gpu sgx540. Indeed Intel are made for CPU performance but in terms quality of GPU I choose Nvidia for mobile gaming.

  • No flash so far as I've read from other forum. Adobe has officially took out the Flash support for Android since 4.0. U can still download & install flash, but those flash version r coded to run on ARM CPU not Intel x86, so currently No FLASH.

  • Is flash displayed on browser? Can it launch adobe flash player on browser? Important question...please reply...

  • how many GB user accessible phone memory and ram? the touch panel is glass or plastic?

  • Are you able to see flash on browser? I installed those archived flash players but somehow no matter the default or dolphin browser, it just can't display flash.

  • Where can i get it in kenya

  • I've checked the SingtelShop website and the Fonepad is being sold at about the same price as the Lumia 620 i.e. $0 with 3G Flexi Lite plan. It does come with the 3mp autofocus camera, but I'm not sure about the available colours

  • I got one Fonepad (Asia version) last week. Really a value-for-money device. Quite smooth performance (the most apps I used at the same time was 7), great graphic (including HD movies), nice speaker quality and performance, a-12-hours-long battery (with always-on 3G), great build quality (Asus is always wellknown for this). I only wish that Asian version would be the same with Europe version, i.e. no rear camera, but have 16Gb ROM.

  • No Flash, No pdf (but there r lots of pdf reader for android out there), no flash, have autofocus, m'sia have both gold & silver color. For a RM699 tablet with GPS & mobile phone function what u expect more?

  • there is no 3g network in my area its support for 2g voice calling

  • No it doesnt support OTG

  • does it support USB OTG?

  • good launch

  • Does the Asus Fondpad have a Adobe Flash? Can it read PDF files? Does it have stereo speaker? Does it have flash for the camera? Is the rear camera lens auto-focus? What are the colors available for Malaysia & Singapore? Why take so long to launch? Does it come with a free book cover to put the tablet?

  • This tablet will also come in Champagne Gold.

  • used about a week. it is good device. with android 4.1 JB. maybe less or no lagness. comes with lousy camera but got good AF.(good for capturing notes, text). ======================================= games; Real Racing 3 :- good no lag at default, lag but playable when ultra high setting graphic. temple run :- slow at startup. but smooth even at high setting graphic. ======================================= movies:- with clear IPS screen bring good clarity overall... (ok,missed my amoled sgs3 screen so much) run 1080p movie natively!!! (no struggling at all.) but when handling 10bit 1080p AAC animes seriously lag(forgiven bcos even at my amd turion x2 laptop also lag)... some how enough to play 720 10bit animes.. Sound:- all mono but loud and clear. ======================================== fast GPS, still figure out how to send files via bluetooth,Hsdpa+ connectivity is good and functional, sipping battery like good girl. no stylus but touch is very responsive. ========================================= cons :- app2sd not supported yet. maybe not rooted - can't OTG yet. ~detect intel's WiDi services... lot of potentials there. ~ hoping asus or xda team can port-in windows RT..

  • Can we use external flash drive with Fonepad? Can stylus be used for sketching and other stuff!!???

  • What items comes in the package? Does it also include a leather cover, a memory card besides the basic items?

  • I read that this fonepad will be launch in April 2013. They announce it in Feb 2013 and is now already the 3rd week of April, yet it is still not available in Asia. Very slow. One might lose patience to see the tablet phone.

  • Titanum grey is so common and a boring color. Why they don't want to produce white and other more attractive colors. Attractive designs and colors can enhance the sale of the gadget. Does the package comes with a free cover for this fonepad? Otherwise, we have to go and hunt for a suitable cover can be quite difficult. This is not like ipad which you can easily find all sorts of design and color covers everywhere.

  • At what price are they selling this Asus FonePad (with phone call function) in Singapore? Are they exporting White/Pink/gold to Singapore and when will it be available? Is the 3mp rear camera with auto focus lens?

  • last time i order an iPhone 4s 16gb from them but after payment they said no stock. need to wait for 2weeks to restock or topup more to get 32gb version. so i did i pay rm2100 for 32gb version. then i waited for 1weeks for the stupid phone. when i go to their site again they are selling iPhone 4s 32gb for rm1899!!! never buying phone from them again. ever!!!

  • How about the android interface inside the fonepad ? smooth ? got any lagging ? and how about the battery life ? how long it can sustain for heavy usage ?

  • its compatible with samsung earphone, ive try it :-)

  • It has an Atom Processor , Please port Win 8 on to it !

  • I bought it from satugadget for rm718 cod. This is a very very good tablet as well as a phone. The intel processor is just as fast as the normal dual core. I'm quite happy with the camera. Asus is giving a good quality camera. The photos are just sharp provided the lighting is adequate because it has no flash. The auto focus is really good. The phone is load and clear, no complain. I'm absolutely satisfied with this tablet-phone. High quality and yet affordable. If you feel odd using it as a phone, get a bluetooth ear piece. I'm ok with it. Later when moreandmore people using it, you will feel nothing by then. I would strongly recommend this to anyone who needs a tablet-phone. The only disadvantage is lack of accessories like a case to protect it.

  • Does this Fonepad include Dual-band wifi?

  • Direct-D shop at SS15/4b sells this for RM699 plus free gifts.

  • i tried asphalt 7 on this and it runs good, nice frame rates.. i found only 1 incompatible games with this phone which is Chaos Rings 1, it just wont run.. but its fine, i have another tablet for gaming:) but it does not means this phablet cant run high end games either.. other normal apps and utilities runs fine.. battery life is excellent, standby time can reach 4-5 days. for my normal usage it can last 1-2 days.. built quality is okay.. it comes with a storage of 8gb but the system will take almost half of it, means will be left around 4.5gb.. camera so-so.. android jellybeans.. overall 4.5/5

  • Hi..since this is a new model, i m wondering do you get any cover for this?^^

  • Did you know?? If you look for tabs with 7 inches with at least a 4250 mAh battery, there are three with voice and sms available... THIRD PLACE goes to the BLU Touch Book 7.0 with 4250 mAh and a cool 480 x 800 pixels display!! SECOND PLACE goes to the Plum Debut with also 4250 mAh battery and a pretty much ok 600 x 1024 pixels display. And the first place goes to the Asus Fonepad!! Also the single Intel CPU (with HyperThreading tech!) within should be more battery friendly than a dual or quad ARM one... For me the battery is vital for any wireless device since even the most powerful (or expensive) wireless device becomes a funny hammer without a source of energy.

  • i haven't buy the phone yet that why i ask about the performance and playstore apps compatibility issue. the price is rm728 include postage. a friend of mine own a lelong online store :)

  • Where can i buy Fonepad in Singapore?

  • Where do you get Rm718? I bought with RRP RM849...seems quite expensive...so far I never met any incompatible apps

  • I am very satisfied with my Fonepad. Sometimes it is laggy but this is the common problem for android system, overall performance is reasonable. Battery life is considered good for light usage, I have been using it for 23 hours and there is still 24% of battery left. (surfing, facebook, light games, reading comics most of the time). Camera quality not so good but we knew this already. Tried making phone call and it is as clear as normal phone does. Worth my penny!

  • hi. any compatible issue with google playstore apps because of intel processor? how long will the battery last on 3g network? here in malaysia this model sell for RM718 and samsung note 8.0 3g version sell for RM1699 too pricy samsung note 8 is. :)

  • Depends on your network operator...

  • Same for me. But I'm sure that Mega 6.3" much more expensive, maybe twice the price of Fonepad

  • U cant make videocalls with 3g thru your operator service? NOT OVER WIFI

  • This fonepad smooth for using line,whats app,wechat,subways sufer,alfar,etc.Whatever this only 1.2Ghz single core intel atom z2420, but performance as dual-core CPU,and GPU is SGV 540 higher graphic performance. In this market 1GB RAM is normal standard, 2GB also few device in market only. And this support call out function and 3G.Battery 4750mAH really able long hour,for playing games around 6hr,stand-by hour around 5day more. After i try this device totally not bad at all. Only playing HD Heavy games will lag in start loading game,after loading smooth and no trouble. &#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9734;&­;#9734;

  • To GSMARENA.. please make a review on this tablet asap.. This tablet looks promising

  • Bro, I didnt play nova 3 but with Amazing Spiderman. It's extremely smooth. In fact smoother than my Samsung Note 1. Yes, the app can be installed in Micro SD. But, my advice is please use class 10 Micro SD if you need 32GB to be installed. If stick with class 4, the highest that I recommend is up to 16GB. Cheers Ong

  • gsmarena do a full review on this unit asap...

  • galaxy note series should be should you more, width is limited by screen size and aspect ratio, if needed around 100mm width, screen size must be smaller than 7", which means galaxy note is more suit your needs

  • Does it support usb otg ? and does the 16gb version comes with rear camera ?

  • Does it support usb otg ? and does the 16gb version comes with rear camera ?

  • it's not usb otg support! :)

  • people always think cheaper is cheap-made using low quality materials :( .. If you look for 7 inch tabs with 1280x800 (most available) with support for GSM voice communication, SMS, MMS, pixel density of more than 200 ppi, 1GB RAM, AND 2G band 1900.. there is a list of 4 items: the Fonepad, Mediapad from Huawei and two light tabs from ZTE. For me it is easy to make a choice.. AND plus the low price it is really the one I would pick and even recommend to my friends. Oh if you do not use gsm 1900... please check this page regarding what area in the world is the most used to this 2G network band:

  • i just bought this fonepad 2 days ago. awesome battery life with stock power saver app. GPS? no problem at all.. for the price, can't complain.

  • why the tab can't just 100mm width? it's more easier to hold & put into my pocket.

  • usb otg support?

  • can we connect external Hard disk 1TB to Fonepad..??? Does it have a HDMI out port..??? camera recording quality.???

  • Hi there, anybody already tested the GPS-functionality (because of the metal-back...)?

  • Hello ong..nd a little help from u .. can I play HD games like amazing Spiderman..nova 3.. dark knight rises etc on this tab. And can I move apps to SD card.. how is the camera part... and when it will b available in India .. thanks in advance I need ur help.. pls .. reply soon..

  • wew cool gadget asus have its single core 1.2 ghz but its got hyperthreading so its should out perform dualcore arm processor

  • Yes.. It does.

  • does it supports usb otg?

  • I tough so it single core... but when i run antutu score.. it stated 1.2 dual core in the device info!! It really light when running apps.. little bit lag playing heavy game like ewarrior2... the best part is .. tablet not getting hot when/while play games... love it..

  • Just bought it.. Amazing processor even a single core. Even smoother than Nexus 7 that I had. Good Price, Good Performance. Guys, should go for it. Awesome !!!

  • I wanted to buy this Fonepad but now the SS Mega 6.3 is coming. I have to wait for its price to consider.

  • I'm underwhelmed with the spec of this. I have a samsung galaxy p1000 which is now three years old and cost me £120 as part of a 2 year tmobile contract and it is almost like for like specwise. Yes it's lighter, a bit faster, but everything else...I'll be sticking with my standby 28 hr talk time rather than 9. My tablet is like new...nooooo vastly underwhelmed!

  • anybody own this phone?tell me is it good or bad?in method of function..

  • This is really smooth even it is single core. I just feel like it is dualcore tablet l, but most impressed by its battery life which can even last for 2 days if light usage.

  • yeap but it will be faster from an arm single core because i think its x86-64 and they are stronger than arm cpus

  • Only worth buying if it will price under 14K in india. Otherwise SGT 2 still better n complete tab available in market frm premium brand.

  • I hope this phonepad will be fast, because 1.2ghz single core is really bad, but i hope intel and hyper-threading makes this device fast

  • Wow!!! It's one of a great deals for those who love to brows, chat ,Business,and study mood. May be it will kick on the market soon...Hope here in saudi arabia will introduce sooner I one of those Like it to BUY... How we can order?!!! what web site...

  • Big?

  • is this device hans..??? becoz of single core

  • I think someone will find to install Win7 on this device... or windows 8..

  • currently using Galaxy Tab &plus , it's too big for 1 palm. i think the perfect size will be not exceed 105mm. its exactly reduce 1 size black bar. that will make me firmly hold the device as a tab phone.

  • does it support usb otg ? wat can i connect to it ?

  • does this support usb otg ?if yes wat cn we connect wit it?

  • yes, you can

  • Can you make VideoCalls trough the Operator's services !? (not trough the internet)

  • It is not what i was wating form asus in 2013 and still a3.12 camera and a single core

  • but it's a powerful core. and it supports hyper-threading so it acts like a dual core

  • a great book reader with accessories. optimum resolution. please let it be available in market unlike nexus 7.

  • single core?! no thx

  • this is great

  • if its not priced double like nexus 7 in India then i shall buy this definitely

  • for tablet phone,1GB RAM memory is on the lower size cuz wider screen lagging on playing any HD games.

  • Can make a video call with the front camera?

  • I wish they made a nexus version of this

  • I wish they made a nexus version of this

  • well not bad, but we need a metal case with a 64GB storage 2GB RAM and long lasting battery above 5000mAh