ASUS unveils new Zenfone Selfie smartphone

The 5.5-inch device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and has 3GB RAM and 16GB memory that is expandable up to 128GB and runs on the Android Lollipop operating system.

The 5.5-inch device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and has 3GB RAM and 16GB memory that is expandable up to 128GB and runs on the Android Lollipop operating system. (Asus)

Taiwan-based technology major ASUS on Wednesday launched a new version of its Zenfone Selfie (ZD551KL) smartphone in India at ₹12,999.

The phone is available on Amazon and can be purchased from retail outlets from September.

The 5.5-inch device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and has 3GB RAM and 16GB memory that is expandable up to 128GB and runs on the Android Lollipop operating system.

"The new Zenfone Selfie perfectly encapsulates the creativity of the ASUS design team with the stunning diamond cut back fashioned to deliver a stylish and luxury experience for consumers," said Peter Chang, Region Head, South Asia and Country Manager, ASUS India, in a statement.

The device sports a 13-megapixel front camera with a f/2.2-aperture, wide-angle (88-degree) lens, dual colour real-tone flash and selfie panorama. It also supports macro photography that allows users to capture objects over 6cm.

It also has a 13-megapixel rear camera with a f/2.0-aperture, auto-laser focus lens, dual colour real tone flash and houses a 3,000mAh battery.