PadFone 2 (A68)
BIOS & FIRMWARE
- Driver & Tools
- BIOS & FIRMWARE
improvement:
Implement Android security patch for Stagefright
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: 11.8.4.33 (Only for TW SKU) and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※This version supports OTA(manually update only. This firmware does not support FOTA
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU
Improvemant:
1. Removed all the driving mode UI
2. Improved automatic font ordering
3. Improved GPS voice navigation system of Garmin
4. Improved Wi-Fi connection
5. Improved call recording quality
6. Fixed the issue of backlight
7. Improved fast video recording under the Camera mode
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.4.23 Only for WW SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number WW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “WW” means SKU
Improvemant:
1. Improved Driving mode
2. Improved automatic font ordering
3. Improved GPS voice navigation system of Garmin
4. Improved Wi-Fi connection
5. Improved call recording quality
6. Fixed the issue of backlight
7. Improved fast video recording under the Camera mode
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.4.23 Only for TW SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU
Improvemant:
1. Fix the error of backlight after DDS
2. Fix accidental error of auto answering the phone after DDS
3. Fix the error of auto brightness
4. Fix mode of video recording
5. Add ASUS backup
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.4.12 Only for WWE SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number WWE_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “WWE” means SKU.
Improvemant:
1. Fix the error of backlight after DDS
2. Fix accidental error of auto answering the phone after DDS
3. Fix the error of auto brightness
4. Fix mode of video recording
5. Add ASUS backup
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.4.12 Only for TW SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
Improvemant:
1. Fix tearing while scrolling the photos or articles
2. Fix the sound to become smaller occasionally after inserting headphones
3. Fix image quality issue while taking a photo in the dark place
4. Fix photo with green stripes occasionally while recording and then taking a snap shot
5. Fix ringtone to be displayed "none" while the default alarm tone was set (Deep)
6. Add Polaris Office
7. Add PC Link
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.4.6 Only for WWE SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number WWE_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “WWE” means SKU.
PS: Please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data before upgrading.
Improvemant:
1. Fix tearing while scrolling the photos or articles
2. Fix the sound to become smaller occasionally after inserting headphones
3. Fix image quality issue while taking a photo in the dark place
4. Fix photo with green stripes occasionally while recording and then taking a snap shot
5. Fix ringtone to be displayed "none" while the default alarm tone was set (Deep)
6. Add Polaris Office
7. Add PC Link
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.4.6 Only for TW SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
PS: Please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data before upgrading.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for JP SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number JP_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “JP” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for RU SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for WWE SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for CN SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for STARHUB SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for HK SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number HK_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “HK” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for CHT SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number CHT_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “CHT” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Please note that Android 4.4 KitKat does not support some pre-installed apps. The listed apps below will be removed once the Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade is complete.
1. My Net
2. Buddybuzz
3. Car Home
4. Watch Calendar
5. My Library
6. My Bit cast
7. My Desktop
8. App Backup→ will add it back in further run FOTA
9. Pinpal
10. Black list→ integrated with Contacts, no independent App icon now
11. ASUS Sync
12. App Locker→ integrated with Launcher, no independent App icon now
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V11.8.3.3 Only for TW SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number TW_PadFone-11.X.X.X, where “TW” means SKU.
PS: Due to this Android 4.4 upgrade would reset your device, please do refer the upgrade SOP to backup your personal data.
Improved Item:
1. Improve PadFone Station system stability
2. Improve WIFI Hotspot function
3. Improve communication quality
4. Improve Bluetooth function
Steps of Update:
1. Check software version of your device**
2. Download device software and Update SOP (From “Manual” Item)
3. Only apply to same SKU update, Example: WW->WW, CN->CN, TW->TW.
4. Software update cannot transfer the software SKU and downgrade the software version.
5. Wrong SKU may cause update failure, please update the same SKU version only.
*How to know the device model?
Path: Settings->About-> Model number
Example: ASUS PadFone2
**How to know the device software version?
Path: Settings->About-> software information->Build number
Example: CHT_PadFone2-user-10.4.17.15-UpdateLauncher
Improvement:
1.Applied the Android security patch provided by Google
2.Improved the camera’s firmware and optimized the AWB (automatic white balance) function
3.Improved the input keyboard’s interface and upgraded the vocabulary database
4.Improved the performance and stability of the applications
5.New BuddyBuzz and FloatingApp version
6.Fixed bugs from users’ feedback
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V10.4.17.7 Only for UK SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number CHT_PadFone-9.X.X.X, where “CHT” means SKU.
Improvement :
1.Applied the Android security patch provided by Google
2.Improved the camera’s firmware and optimized the AWB (automatic white balance) function
3.Improved the input keyboard’s interface and upgraded the vocabulary database
4.Improved the performance and stability of the applications
5.New BuddyBuzz and FloatingApp version
6.Fixed bugs from users’ feedback
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V10.4.17.7 Only for HK SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number CHT_PadFone-9.X.X.X, where “CHT” means SKU.
1.Applied the Android security patch provided by Google
2.Improved the camera’s firmware and optimized the AWB (automatic white balance) function
3.Improved the input keyboard’s interface and upgraded the vocabulary database
4.Improved the performance and stability of the applications
5.New BuddyBuzz and FloatingApp version
6.Fixed bugs from users’ feedback
Применен патч Android, предоставленный Google
Улучшена прошивка камеры и оптимизирована функция автоматического баланса белого
Улучшен интерфейс ввода с клавиатуры и улучшена словарная база
Улучшена производительность и стабильность приложений
Новая версия BuddyBuzz и FloatingApp
Исправлены ошибки, найденные пользователями
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V10.4.17.7 Only for CN SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number CHT_PadFone-9.X.X.X, where “CHT” means SKU.
Improvement:
1.Applied the Android security patch provided by Google
2.Improved the camera’s firmware and optimized the AWB (automatic white balance) function
3.Improved the input keyboard’s interface and upgraded the vocabulary database
4.Improved the performance and stability of the applications
5.New BuddyBuzz and FloatingApp version
6.Fixed bugs from users’ feedback
Steps of Update:
1. Check SW version of your PadFone2*
2. Download PadFone Firmware: V10.4.17.7 Only for JP SKU and Update version of SOP (From “Manual” Item)
※Firmware update cannot do *SKU conversion* and downgrade version.
Wrong SKU may cause update failure, You can only update your SW version on the Same SKU
*How to check SW version of your PadFone2?
Path: [Settings]-->[About PadFone]-->Build number
Example: You should be able to see the build number CHT_PadFone-9.X.X.X, where “CHT” means SKU.