Asus has revealed that it will launch the new Zenfone 9 on July 28. The phone will succeed last year’s Zenfone 8, which came with flagship specs and a compact design. The Zenfone 9 is also expected to follow the same design ethos. Here’s what else to expect.

Asus will launch the Zenfone 9 in Berlin, New York, and Taipei on July 28 at 9 pm UTC+8 (6:30 pm IST). You can expect the company to live-stream the launch via its YouTube and social media channels. There’s no word on when it will reach India, though.

We can’t wait to share this exciting news with you – we’ll be live on July 28 at 9.00 p.m. (UTC+8) to reveal the most grabbable Zenfone 9 ever!Save the date 👉 https://t.co/E7CuOIAvoE— ASUS (@ASUS) July 13, 2022

The device is also speculated to come with a 50MP main camera with a Sony IMX766 sensor and Gimbal support. Details on other cameras remain unknown but the phone could house two at the back. A 4,300mAh battery is also rumored but we don’t have details on the device’s fast charging capabilities. Additionally, it could come with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, IP68 water resistance, Android 12, stereo speakers, and more. Asus could also sell a phone cover with a kickstand alongside.