This MIGHT be the Best Flagship device of 2022! - ASUS Zenfone 9
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- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
- The Asus Zenfone 9 is a pint-sized flagship with some features you won't find on many phones today. Is that going to be enough to look past only 2 years of software updates?
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00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Zenfone 9 similar to S22 and Pixel 7
01:20 - Lucas the Spider eyes
02:40 - Jack is BACK!
03:04 - Dual Sim Tray
03:36 - Comes with a 30W Charger
05:30 - A word from our Sponsor
06:28 - Asus Zenfone 9 Camera Test
09:40 - How-to turn on Quick Access - ZenTouch Zenfone 9
10:52 - How-to use Gestures on Asus Zenfone 9
11:21 - How-to turn on Back Double Tap on Asus Zenfone 9
12:07 - Our Conclusion
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It has a headphone jack, it's automatically the best phone of the year
😎😂
Agree
Facts!!
100%
And if it's a good quality one it definitely Worth it even more!
Happy to see this having 3.5 jack and side mounted fingerprint sensor...i dont mind if no wireless charging.
Battery life is underrated in this. If Pixel could do similarly.
Pixel 7 do okay though, but Zenfone 9 is little bit better. I got around 5 hours SoT on Pixel 7, while Zenfone can last at least 6-7 hours.
@@febryanvaldo Wtf I have 10 Hours sot on zenfone 9
@@DIGIBUNKA i'm using data not wifi, and i game mid - heavy ( alot).
@@febryanvaldo I'm on data too, didn't think about the gaming part !
@@DIGIBUNKA that's why i said "at least" 6 hours.
I've had mine for about a month now and I absolutely love it. This is everything I've wanted in a phone, and no more having to wrestle with a tablet masquerading as a phone
I envy you.
This is the unofficial succsesor of S10e. My galaxy has the sensor swipe option from day one and I swear this is the most useful design feature ever. S10 is also features with an amazing camera and excellent video recording. I am very sad we don't have such an offering from Samsung.
One thing I'll agree on: smaller is better, and I'm digging flat screens again. I know it's bulkier, but my Fold4 feels so good in the hand (shout-out to Flossy) because it's so narrow when folded. This one has that candy bar proportion as well, and it looks GOOD.
Stop promoting 20:9 , give us 18:9 back
The BIG disgusting back cameras design ruine this for me! I really miss phones with a good small back camera
I just got the Fold 4 and it's too bulky. No headphone jack either. Typing with one hand is difficult. Too heavy . I'm disappointed. I really thought this thing would be nice and compact. I'm returning it.
@@schmingusss bruh, its literally a foldable tablet, WHAT DO YOU EXPECT?
best things about zenfone is the charging lock . you can set what percent you need to end the charging by sliding the amount of percentage at the setting .
holy sh** I didnt know about it, thanks
i bought it for the size mainly. rest is a bonus.
I love the design. Looks refreshing
If ASUS could commit to Samsung-level security/OS update support, it'd be much more compelling. As it stands, it's fantastic hardware that I'd never buy because I don't want it to be dead in the water on the software/security side in a year or two.
Samsung gives updates? You are right my S7 tab is getting updates even now
@@mailmeabhilash Samsung has been great at updates for at least the last 3-4 years. They are now committed to 5 years of updates for most devices after the S10. My S10, Note 10, and Fold 4 get regular updates literally every month.
For some reason I can't updatey S10e to the latest firmware. I'm stuck on One UI 3.1 and Android 11 when there's an update for One UI 4.1 and Android 12.
you know the phone will still work after 2 years right?
@@offbeatkyle using a phone that's out of date on security patches is a terrible idea. It's also just a bad idea to support a company that refuses to support their devices when there are others (e.g., Samsung which supports devices for 5 years).
Small form flagship with a headphone jack, dual sim card slot and charger included😍
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If zenphone 10 does what thus guy did plus polishing the camera system and do a little bit magic with the software , it can easily be the best small phone on the market .
I'd like to see 65W charging too!
This seems like an interesting phone that I've had my eyes on since it was released but it's pretty highly priced in my country but if it will turn up some good Black Friday deal i might go for it.
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I have the Pixel 4a. Upgrading to this soon.
My only problem with this phone is the bezel. If the screen had proportional thin bezels, then this is an instant buy for me.
True, this and also the software support, I wish it was longer, 2023 bout to be great with the s23 and the next generation of zenfone
Less bezel on android phones, goes to Nothing Phone 1
Why do you care about the bezels? What detrimental effect does it have?
@@FreeFlyFreak69 my ocd needs symmetry
Been using this since launch, and I truly love it
What about the camera? Are you happy there too? I want to upgrade from a galaxy s10e
@@Legalockmusic ok ya nah that's the only that's bad bout it. Bcuz I carry my iphone 14 pro max wit me as well so I don't mind, but if you do care about a good camera, this isn't for you. This is mid range at best, and struggles rly badly in low light
I buyed the pixel 4A and i love the form factor.
Just picked mine up a few days ago, such a good phone. Fast, great battery, good camera
I remember it had a few software bugs at launch, is it still the case?
@@GenusAnas Only bug ive found is the keyboard doesn't work correctly in fb Messenger when opened as a window
What carrier do you use??
@@13madvillain I'm not in US
I've got this phone from 2 weeks after too much searching and waiting for a worthy compact phone.. before Zenfone 9 release i was confused between the S22, Xiaomi 12, iphone 13
All this devices having a big disadvantages, samsung removed charger & the headphone jack and it's still expensive (it has a previous version of processor), Xiaomi having a bad software experience with a lot of complains I've heard from my friends, iphone software is very difficult for an 8 years android user, I'm really satisfying with the Zenfone 😃
i have pixel 5, s22, xperia 5 iv and zenfone 9 at present. Also tried pixel 6a but 60hz killed it. As of now its just between xperia and zenfone. Would have picked s22 overall if not for the crappy battery life. Size and feel Pixel 5, camera s22, battery and lock button xperia or zenfone., processor handsdown zenfone. Came form fold and s22 ultra but i just love the feel of a compact phone, for me the best compact size would be pixel 4a.
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Which one did you keep or are you keeping?
I've had the Sony 1 III, S22 Ultra, 10pro, pixel 6pro and 7pro. This phone is my daily driver. Butter smooth, Can't kill the battery even on 120, headphone jack and enough features baked In that make sense. Fingerprint sensor crazy fast and the size is perfect. Camera is a little over-processed at times but I can live with it. 2 years of support is enough for me..Phone is a little beast.
So you're telling me you returned your Pixel 7 Pro? Seriously? This comment is most likely fake. Hahaha 🤣
@@Mr_Battlefield Tell me what the Pixel 7 pro does better? Pics....ok. Fine. Camera not at the top of the list for me. Updates for more than 2 years? Ok you got me but clearly I don't care about that either. What I do care about is battery, useful tweaks and form factor and for me personally, this phone hits my marks. Again, it hits what's important to me, not all. So with that being said, nope not fake but also someone who will make comments on phones I have actually owned and used.
Good call. People always talk about the updates, but Android updates aren't really that relevant. From Android 10 to 13, things are basically the same. Security updates are important, but I've lived with an Android 7 rooted device without issues.
@@Mr_Battlefield I sold my p7p for a Zenfone 9 as well and haven't looked back.
Welcome back Jack
What r the carriers its compatible with?
I like it cause' of the size and the power it has
Asus zenfone 9 looks good. But the problem is the pricing.
Also that it is not compatible with Verizon network...
@@christopherreed301 that's a good thing
@@dankdc5_ why is that a good thing?
I also tried tap tap screenshot and flashlight app
Really good review from this guy
Nice phone ❤️🔥
I wish it sold in India
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0:14 Well, that was kinda personal 😏
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 SMH dude. Best comment. Thanks for the laugh 😂
I like it.......I still have my Asus Zenfone 5, so I believe it's time for an upgrade. Send me your Zenfone 9, and I'll be just fine......
The S23 is fairly alone at this point and I get the feeling Samsung doesn't bother with an Ultra variant in a smaller form factor simply because of how few people buy the highest end small phones.
It's strange but there seems to be a lot more variety once you get to the midrange and below. Are they all good? Not necessarily but at least phones like this give some variety with aspects like the fingerprint reader, something all other flagships place in the display AFAIK.
The vibration motor is very weak on this device, kept missing calls and notifications, had to return it unfortunately.
Looks wall-e too✌️
Comparable in size to the Pixel 7? (155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm, 197 g)
Zenfone 9 (146.5 x 68.1 x 9.1 mm, 169 g)
Sold.
If it had a usable desktop mode, I would have bought it. Instead I went for a Motorola Edge 30 Ultra. Not regretting it at all, but this tiny beauty was in my top list
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Really want to try it out, but would have to switch carriers to use this
Would you have to go to T-Mobile?
You didn't mention if it was available or not, but does it have an SD Card Expansion Slot...?
😞 no, they got rid of it in favor of dual-sim starting with the Z8. dumb move.
You guys should talk about the state of emulation on android right now, cause it's really exciting and it's going strong
I'd LOVE to! I'm only just starting to get into emulation. Is there anything specific you'd like to see? We have a few guys who are big into it. Might be something we can do when we all get together at CES. Build something fun around that ☺️🤙
@@RealRyanMcLeod there's ps2 emulation with ather SX2, psp emulation with ppsspp, switch emulation with skyline (don't tell Nintendo), wii and gamecube emulation with dolphin, 3ds emulation with citra, ps vita emulation (currently in works)with vita 3k heck there's even windows emulation with exagear
Why it is not launching in India?
0:14 🙂 plus it probably has a good personality.
I’m loving this, perfect size.
How to purchase this in India?
Моля за съвет! За момента се чудя между Asus zenfone 9 или Iphone 13 или Pixel 7??? Моля за съвет!
Get the Sony Xperia 1 IV
Watching this on my "Zenfone 5Z" which is still a beast even after 4.5 years of usuage with similar smoothness and performance as it was on its day 1 😉❣️
I always think of an upgrade to new device my Zenfone 5Z holds me back for more months with its beauty of look and feel, performance & camera 😍
A proud Zenfone Owner 😎
Thanks to Asus 🤗
Got this phone, it ain’t perfect but it feels so nice to use! I hope ASUS keeps with it cuz the 10 will be great!
Why not perfect?
@@googler2460 The biggest thing that comes to mind is fingerprint sensor being very sensitive. It's nice but it's also a curse. I accidentally turn it on as I'm putting in my pocket at least 3 times a day. So my phone ends up doing random stuff in my pocket until I take it out again or realize I accidentally touched the sensor. Also visual voicemail doesn't work and I'll be damned if I use T-mobile's.
This phone is so hard and expensive to get but it's has all the requirements that i need.
What game emulator is that?
Can anyone confirm if the North American version of the Zenfone 9 also has dual physical sim support? I was filled with hope when I saw that dual sim tray only to have it dashed when he whipped out the europlug charger immediately afterwards.
It seems damn near impossible to find a dual physical SIM phone in North America anymore. Even the holdout Oneplus has dropped dual sim in their North American phones since the Oneplus 9. Using an international version isn't a great option because they lack support for some of the frequencies used in North America.
I'd pay up for a US version. Almost willing to ditch Verizon to get this phone.
Best compact Android phone at the moment. But I think the Pixel 6a, Xperia 5 IV and S22 is the better size to function so far. But this isn't far behind. 6 inchers have become a rare norm these days.
It depends. I have one and it's smokes my wife S22 ultra out of the water
"6 inchers have become a rare norm" your m o m agrees 😏😏😏🤤🤤🤤
The Xperia 5 is also crazy expensive for what it is. Had the knocked the price down a bit it would be worth considering.
@@ronaldojoe3011 there was a $200 dollar discount for some sales. But for what it offers its ok for the regular retail price. Not amazing. Not terrible. Probably just wait a couple of months or years to reach "optimal pricing" lol. Otherwise not for the faint of heart.
is there a gcam for this phone?
This phone looks awesome. But it is NOT a small phone. 5" screen is small phone, maybe 5.2". It also lacks real killer cameras. Maybe somebody in the future will make a true compact 5" flagship with 120Hz screen and great cameras
iPhone 13 mini is pound for pound best/smallest phone. I wish pixel did a 5.2 inch phone.
It's very hard for compact phones to have good cameras due to space issues.
@@uzairahmad7477 ur right. Smaller is higher on my needs list than camera. I have pixel and iPhone appreciate both, but I have to give a credit to Apple, what they crammed into the mini?
The compromise is the support, only 2 years of updates is not worth it. I also wish there was a Pro version, with a bigger screen. Otherwise, perfect phone.
Though, it is subjective, as if you keep your phone for 2-3 years (about 33% of owners), then this will be fine. Obviously the iPhone or a Samsung is best if you keep for 4+ years.
@@andyH_England yeah, that's true.
Who really keeps the same phone over 2 years. Even with this Zenfone 9 as soon as the 10 comes out I'd sell the 9 to put it towards the 10 asap
Does it has micro sd card?
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why not install gcam mod?
6" is still too big. I'd like something along the size of the apple SE first generation...5"
That's what she....uhh..rarely said
Im on GoogleFi and TMobile. Got one of these from newegg and neither sim would get me 5G. Only 4G max. Has anyone else had this issue? Any suggestions on a fix? If I bought from Asus USA Store directly, would that be 5G compatible?
You're getting a similar problem to lots of folks. It's frequency bands aren't for the U.S.
I found Zenfone 6 very desirable.. esp coz of the swiveling camera module. It was such a great solution for everywhere-oriented cameras and an enhancement to photo taking/video making. It appeared in the 7 Pro but that phone was less usable coz of being larger and heavier. Then not in 8 neither 9. Where did that technology go? ASUS should modify the Zenfone 9 using SD7Gen1 - or even the legendary SD870 - alongwit hthat camera module.
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Getting this phone in the $600 price range reminds me of when I bought my fav phone I still have from 3 years ago…the OnePlus 7 Pro. This seems like a good value. 🤔
Even I'm on my op7 pro I can't decide which one would be my next one
I'm still rocking my OP 7Pro!! Best phone I've ever had. With Android 12 I figure i have another year to find my next phone. I'm hoping the OP 11 will be better than what they've been putting out. I"m also interested in seeing Nothing phone to come out with a flagship or something better than the #1.
SD card?
for all the zenfone 9 users: do yourself a favor and get a working gcam mod (they exist for the zen9!) the camera quality benefits so much, especially the ultrawide looks like a totally different thing!
The bad thing is - it has only 2y of software update
Yeah so bad
Which smartphone would you go instead of this if you dont care much about camera?
Still running an S10e, and that will be the last Samsung I'll buy. Will probably get a zenphone 10 or 11 when it dies
D-Voooooon!! Get the table!!!
THIS PHONE IS GOOD EXCEPPPT THE CAMERA
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Will it work on Verizon in the US?
No
The only downside is the software support but everything else is all I want for a phone. I can't wait for Zenfone 10.
The only thing stopping me is it only supports 2 years of android os update
2years you got new
Pixel 7!
can't find it in my country
Oh Ok
not available in canada
Wish it had a symmetrical bezels...
Sir please suggest me a phone for best camera and processors under 30000/-
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Does it have bypass charging?
A beautiful design and ergonomics, but the screen... My OCD can't handle off centre hole punch camera's.
It took me some getting used to and if you want a little more of my opinion on that, moving the camera hole punch was a great move. You don't even notice it watching most RUclips videos in landscape orientation. Where, with the S22, Pixel 7 and others, it actually gets in the way of the content you're trying to consume.
Zenfones seems to be the underdog of the Android world, they "silently" build great phones but for some reason never really caught on in the market, especially since around Zenfone 3 and up.
10:26 looks like they're still on the habit of confusing settings menu, something I've experienced all the way back since Zenfone 2 (the Intel-powered version)
Meh. They are not bad but for a smaller smartphone company I expect more for the same price and mostly their camera is way worse than Samsungs or OnePlus.
I had zenphone 5 before I switched to Op 7 pro cause of an accident that broke it yet probably one of the best device i ever owned
Great phone but 2 year update is a deal breaker so I went to buy flip 4 instead.
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Makes it useless for any workplace.
Tried and returned the Pixel 7 and Xperia 5 IV. Lousy fingerprint scanner on the Pixel 7 was a deal breaker. Google should have kept the rear capacitive scanner instead of chasing "shiny" technology that SUCKS! Xperia 5 IV is a great phone, but the camera is too advanced for me and the form factor (16 x 9) is a bit strange to use. The Zenfone 9 is a sweet little phone with superb functionality and unmatched hand feel. Would love to see Asus step up to the plate with more OS/security updates. Would also love wireless charging in future versions and a material on the back that is even more durable.
Updates are probably what's keeping me to buy this
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I wish more entry level and midrange smartphone go this compact route. Maybe 1 out of 5 Redmi/Poco/Honor/Realme/etc. are compact phone next year
IPhone SE?
@@villageroma entry level and midrange more on the price. iPhone SE in my country is the upper end of midrange or entry point of flagship price
@@ulfricstormcloak7142 ??? It's $430. Just buy it on line
@@villageroma that's still pretty expensive. The 64GB model is MYR 2249 here. And tbh the spec is not worth it especially compared it to Android in that price range or cheaper MYR 1500 - 2000. Even my Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is better in every way except for processor (which is a waste on that SE anyway)
Great video, but the Pixel 7 is definitely MUCH bigger than this phone
If it had wireless charging, I’d totally buy it.
"Is small the new big? "
Delightful writing
Might be? It litterally is.
All I ask for Asus is, to produce another flip camera Zenfone, PLS!
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It best but would buy pixel 7
How was the software support so far for this device? How is the software in general? You talked pretty much about everything except the most important thing.
The software is Zen UI, which very closely resembles stock Android! and we could rant for an hour about how much some of us like stock Android 😅
@@AndroidAuthority I know that, but at least mention, how often it gets updates, what about android 13, is the software stable, are there any bugs that they didn't fix. What about the next android updates. We have plenty good devices on the market, most of them from the china, oppo, vivo etc, but their software support is trash.
The only thing I need is Verizon compatibility
HOW DID YOU GET 16GB IN WHITE? ASUS ONLY OFFERS TOP SPECS IN BLACK IN THE USA. :-(
ANY IDEA HOW TO GET A 16GB Z9 IN RED?
What about Gcam?
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anyone having the phone? i had the 8 but sold because of fingerprint issues and battery drain. if this has better battery than 8 and better finger print can you tell me pls
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Headphone jack makes this phone the best flagship of past 3 years
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There is no need for a 4K display in any smartphone, ever. I think a reason can be made for 1440p, MAYBE, but even then it's not a necessary thing. I would much rather trade a 1440p/4K display for improved battery life.
Nowadays, with the display improvements we have I don't feel lacking having a 1080p display on a smartphone. It's sharp enough for your daily tasks and if we're being honest, most of the time you use your phone you are absolutely not pixel peeping and being miffed that you're only on 1080p.
Agreed
I can see pixel on my fhd 402 ppi display. I want more lol
Agreed, I would rather have fhd and more juice in my phone rather than 2k/4k resolution for 6 inches screen.
100%
I don't need more than 1080p on a phone.
And my current phone is 60hz too, can't see the need for more.
Give me a massive battery, fast charging but not so fast it ruins the battery, a decent CPU that is energy efficient, and a decent camera, with 3-4 years of android updates.
The rest is bragging rights and spec chasing.
@@FreeFlyFreak69 resolution I agree with but higher than 60hz is better for your eyes
I like this phone but the photo cameras are very disappointing, the S10e is 3 years old and takes better photos, but the Zenfone 9 software, performance, battery and speaker are amazing.
Yes, this is not for a photographer, just the casual camera user.
if I didn't already have my Galaxy S22 I probably would've gotten one
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Everything is good about this phone except for 2 things.
1. That chin at the bottom, if it was like s22 then it would have been next level.
2. Asus stock android approach is really good but giving just 2 years of update is worst. Minimum 3 years should be there.
The biggest issues for this device in the USA market are limited support by carriers and a $0 Trade-in value in major retail stores. It can't compete with Pixel 7 by any means.
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