Asus Transformer Book T100

_Kaiser_ · 16-09-2013 03:24PM #1

Afternoon all,

I think I may have found my next laptop/toy - the soon to be released Transformer Book T100 - More also here

Full Windows 8.1, 10.1" IPS display with one of the new Quad Core Atoms and 2GB RAM for $349/$399 (32GB/64GB) or €261/€298 in local terms.

OK it's not going to compete with the XPS 12 Duo I have sitting on my desk, but for that money I'd say it'll get a lot of fans and comfortably handle most people's tablet usage and could be a serious competitor to the Android/iPhone alternatives at that price.

AlanS181824 · 16-09-2013 05:40PM

It will sell for the same price in Euro as it does in Dollar.
Interesting device though getting a new nexus 7 so I think I'll pass for now

Outkast_IRE · 16-10-2013 07:32PM

any sign of these T100s hitting European shelves before Christmas.

Telchak · 19-10-2013 06:36PM

These are starting to get into the hands of reviewers now. Hopefully they'll pop up in Ireland, or at least the UK.

Outkast_IRE · 19-10-2013 06:37PM

Telchak wrote: »

These are starting to get into the hands of reviewers now. Hopefully they'll pop up in Ireland, or at least the UK.

Hopefully, I have been looking at websites all over but seem unable to find a European launch date, and asus website in Europe doesn't even list it in their products yet.

Would love one of these for Christmas .

Dan_Solo · 20-10-2013 11:55AM

On my watchlist too. Lovely looking machine at any price.

ThunbergsAreGo · 20-10-2013 12:15PM

Same here, laptop is hitting 3 years old now, think this will be my next one

Overheal · 21-10-2013 05:30AM

the price is right but no USB and its a Micro USB charger. Eh. I am religiously against Micro USB.

Outkast_IRE · 21-10-2013 08:16AM

Overheal wrote: »

the price is right but no USB and its a Micro USB charger. Eh. I am religiously against Micro USB.

theres a usb 3.0 port im almost sure

_Kaiser_ · 21-10-2013 10:13AM

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

theres a usb 3.0 port im almost sure

Yea you can see on the keyboard theres a blue USB port.. that's a 3.0

I know I started this thread but I've actually changed my mind and am leaning more towards the soon-to-be-released DELL Venue 11 Pro instead.

I'm particularly liking the dock and proper keyboard (which also contains a battery so extends the life of the tablet)

TBi · 21-10-2013 12:22PM

That dell looks interesting. Missus needs an upgrade soon, could be a possibility.

Dan_Solo · 21-10-2013 02:01PM

Kaiser2000 wrote: »

I know I started this thread but I've actually changed my mind and am leaning more towards the soon-to-be-released DELL Venue 11 Pro instead.

Very nice. Can't see it going for under $400 though!

Outkast_IRE · 21-10-2013 08:53PM

Kaiser2000 wrote: »

Yea you can see on the keyboard theres a blue USB port.. that's a 3.0

I know I started this thread but I've actually changed my mind and am leaning more towards the soon-to-be-released DELL Venue 11 Pro instead.

I'm particularly liking the dock and proper keyboard (which also contains a battery so extends the life of the tablet)

I like the look of that too but any sign of release date here in Europe ?

Telchak · 22-10-2013 01:58PM

These are showing up on Amazon.de now with more configuration options.

€379 - 32GB SSD
€429 - 32GB SSD + 500GB HDD
€429 - 64GB SSD
€479 - 64GB SSD + 500GB HDD

Haven't seen mention of the hard drive before now, I'm assuming it's in the keyboard dock

Padraig Mor · 22-10-2013 02:14PM

Telchak wrote: »

These are showing up on Amazon.de now with more configuration options.

€379 - 32GB SSD
€429 - 32GB SSD + 500GB HDD
€429 - 64GB SSD
€479 - 64GB SSD + 500GB HDD

Haven't seen mention of the hard drive before now, I'm assuming it's in the keyboard dock

Errr........how much?! I know we always get ripped off in Europe for electronics compared to the US, but $349 equating to €379 ($520) is just taking the piss!

Telchak · 22-10-2013 02:36PM

Padraig Mor wrote: »

Errr........how much?! I know we always get ripped off in Europe for electronics compared to the US, but $349 equating to €379 ($520) is just taking the piss!

The US prices don't include any taxes. Take German VAT rate off that price and it's about €318, which is about $435.

I imagine there might be other differences in import duties and the cost of sales for Amazon in Europe vs the US.

Padraig Mor · 22-10-2013 04:56PM

Telchak wrote: »

The US prices don't include any taxes. Take German VAT rate off that price and it's about €318, which is about $435.

I imagine there might be other differences in import duties and the cost of sales for Amazon in Europe vs the US.

I realise this, but it's still ridiculous. Electronics generally convert from dollars to euro at the same figure or slightly lower, i.e. say a tablet retailing at $300 in the US will cost €270 - €300 here. To have the euro figure higher (i.e. €379 vs $349) is just gouging. Besides, I think American sales tax is only within the relevant State (i.e. Yanks buying online from the US won't pay sales tax unless the trader is based in their state, and even then the taxes are generally considerably lower than EU VAT; I'd welcome correction if I'm wrong).

Mardy Bum · 22-10-2013 05:08PM

The main selling point for this was its price. I'm not sure if it is worth that euro price at all and no doubt the Irish price will be much dearer.

Outkast_IRE · 22-10-2013 05:18PM

Will have to hold tough and see what that dell machine comes in at.

Lets not forget, there are more than asus launching these type of tablets pre-Christmas. Hopefully their rivals will reveal their cards soon.

Telchak · 29-10-2013 01:45PM

Lots of reviews coming out now; Lisa from MobileTechReview is usually my most trusted source

Still want one

Also seen that they're selling for about AUD$600, similar to the €420 Amazon.de price. Couldn't find details of which model that was though

spr1nt3r · 30-10-2013 08:37AM

The price is high. Though mind you, iPad with its own proprietary OS sells for more. Also surface pro is twice the price. So in a sense it is not a bad deal. Just yes.. America is getting way better pricing as always

ThunbergsAreGo · 30-10-2013 10:59PM

Is there a change this could be obselete quickly given there seems to be a number of windows 8 hybrids coming out?

Heard mention on another forum Intel will look at quad core early 2014, is it worth waiting?

Looks a lovely piece of kit, have a tf300 and would be looking to trade up to this

Overheal · 31-10-2013 01:27AM

naughtb4 wrote: »

Is there a change this could be obselete quickly given there seems to be a number of windows 8 hybrids coming out?

Heard mention on another forum Intel will look at quad core early 2014, is it worth waiting?

Looks a lovely piece of kit, have a tf300 and would be looking to trade up to this

theres always another processor around every corner.

Frankly your decision to buy should be based on your needs. Ask yourself when do you need this device?

Alanstrainor · 31-10-2013 01:34AM

I have an ME400c which is a dual core, 2GB of RAM device running windows 8.1 and it is simply superb. Honestly couldnt ask any more from it. It's lightning fast for most every day tasks such as browsing and light work. Mostly due to it's 64GB SSD. I honestly can't fault it. Superb battery life, very fast, and light with a great screen. I'm all about Atom based Win8 tabs. Great machines.

spr1nt3r · 31-10-2013 07:45AM

naughtb4 wrote: »

Is there a change this could be obselete quickly given there seems to be a number of windows 8 hybrids coming out?

Heard mention on another forum Intel will look at quad core early 2014, is it worth waiting?

Looks a lovely piece of kit, have a tf300 and would be looking to trade up to this

Not really. Unless ASUS or ACER puts something out unexpectedly. Other manufacturers not so hot on good design, quality and innovation. Only big players like ASUS can pull out a device like this - not only stylish and with latest OS but also solid build and performing well.
If I had spare 400 and an urgent need for tablet - this would be it. Full Windows OS for this price is no brainer. Heck, Android ones sell for as much and more.

ThunbergsAreGo · 31-10-2013 09:46AM

spr1nt3r wrote: »

Not really. Unless ASUS or ACER puts something out unexpectedly. Other manufacturers not so hot on good design, quality and innovation. Only big players like ASUS can pull out a device like this - not only stylish and with latest OS but also solid build and performing well.
If I had spare 400 and an urgent need for tablet - this would be it. Full Windows OS for this price is no brainer. Heck, Android ones sell for as much and more.

This is it for me, i could sell the TF300 while it still has value and get full windows for approx 150 euros or so, seems a no brainer.

Still no European release date from what iv seen. Was reading on the Transformer Forum that it could be December as there was some manufacturing problems. (which may indicate while review copies had issues)

Telchak · 01-11-2013 07:31PM

UK prices revealed, and ouch! :c

32GB version for £349, or about €412/$556. 60% above the US price.

Outkast_IRE · 02-11-2013 01:00PM

Telchak wrote: »

UK prices revealed, and ouch! :c

32GB version for £349, or about €412/$556. 60% above the US price.

Ya those prices are nuts, I cant see the justification at all. Well they have lost me as a potential buyer if those prices go ahead.

Monotype · 02-11-2013 03:02PM

Could be just launch price to gouge what they can out of early buyers.

Overheal · 03-11-2013 03:24AM

Monotype wrote: »

Could be just launch price to gouge what they can out of early buyers.

historically that method proves fatal with most tablets. The only tablet that could have got away with it but was smart enough not to try was the iPad. You could say the same of the Wii or those Skylander pieces of **** though too.

Dan_Solo · 09-11-2013 12:07AM

Overheal wrote: »

historically that method proves fatal with most tablets. The only tablet that could have got away with it but was smart enough not to try was the iPad.

LOL, compared to things like the T100 the iPad is always a gouge!

Asus Transformer Book T100

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