2019-06-01_Gadgets_Gizmos

TEST BENCH

thick bezels on all four sides of the screen to a

completely bezel-free display, the evolution has

happened rather quickly. While it started with a

notch display, there are devices with pop-up cam-

era modules and even laser-cut hole within the

display. Asus thought out-of-the-box and has com-

pletely done away with the front camera module.

In fact, the dual rear camera setup handles selfies

too. Instead of housing the camera in the phone's

chassis, Asus opted for a motorised mechanism

made of liquid metal that flips open at 180 degrees

for selfies and even when used for face unlock.

Design

The Asuz 6z had a nice look and feel. The 6.4-inch

bezel-less screen is bright. Asus has used the Go-

rilla Glass 3 at the rear and the rest of the chassis

has been made of metal. This is not a sleek phone

thanks to the motorised camera module and the

5000 mAh battery onboard. Other than regulars,

including fingerprint scanner at the rear, there is a

Smart Key on the right panel that can be pressed

once for Google Assistant, twice for personal up-

dates and press and hold for using Google Assis-

tant in Walkie-Talkie style. The volume control is

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