ASUS continues to develop a line of compact business laptops with long battery life. This year, the company offers new models ASUS ExpertBook B9403 OLED (for business managers) and ASUS BR1102 (for the educational sector).
ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) is an ultra-light premium laptop. As the manufacturer notes, this 14-inch model is even lighter than most 13-inch laptops on the market. The body of the novelty is made of magnesium-lithium alloy. The device is equipped with a 13th generation Intel Core vPro processor and up to 64 GB of RAM. An OLED display with an aspect ratio of 16:10 is available to the user, occupying 90% of the panel area. TPM 2.0 encryption module is responsible for security. It is noted that ExpertBook B9 OLED has been tested according to the MIL-STD-810H standard and is able to withstand negative external influences. In addition, it is reported to use a larger touchpad (by 26.8%), an improved webcam and a refined speaker system compared to the previous generation model.
The ASUS BR1102 Education Laptop is available in BR1102C and BR1102F versions with a traditional form factor and as a convertible laptop with a 360° flip-out screen. This is a compact system with an 11.6-inch display that has improved protection against external influences. The BR1102 has been tested to meet military reliability standards. It has a moisture-proof keyboard, a scratch- and damage-resistant surface, reinforced components with a rubber bumper, and a special coating for easy portability and anti-slip protection.
The system includes a 12th generation Intel Core processor and a battery that provides up to 10 hours of battery life. Windows 11 Education operating system, support for two drives, a camera with noise cancellation technology, a webcam shutter and an additional 13-megapixel camera are offered for the needs of students. Another feature of the device is the keyboard with ASUS Antimicrobial Guard treatment, which helps keep laptop surfaces clean. It neutralizes more than 99% of harmful microorganisms in a 24-hour period.
The price and dates of the start of sales of ASUS ExpertBook B9403 OLED and ASUS BR1102 laptops have not yet been announced.