Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

Troubleshooting

For solutions to common problems, visit the PadFone S Troubleshooting Guide

Background and Identification

The Asus PadFone S is the global version of the Asus PadFone X made by Asus. They are remarkably similar in specifications where the only differences are in the network connections that are specific to international standards the phone has. The main difference is that the PadFone S is sold internationally and cannot be bought in the U.S. and the Padfone X can only be found in the U.S. The phone was released on June 6, 2014. The PadFone S' model number is PF500KL.

The predecessor of the PadFone S is the PadFone Infinity. The PadFone S has the tough Gorilla Glass to prevent it from getting scratches.

Specifications

Date of Announcement: March 2014

Released On: June 6, 2014

Model: PadFone S PF500KL

Developer: Asus

Operating System: Android OS v4.4.2 KitKat

Display:

• Super IPS+ LCD

• 1080 x 1920

• 5 inch (127mm)

• Multitouch widescreen

• 441 ppi

• Corning Gorilla Glass

Rear Camera:

• 13 MP 4128 x 3096 pixels

• Autofocus, LED flash

• Geo-tagging, touch focus, facial detection

• Video 2160p @ 25fps, 1080p @ 30fps

Front Camera:

• 2 MP

• Video 1080 @ 30fps

RAM: 2 GB

Storage: 16 GB, 64 microSD

Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band, Wi-Fi hotspot

Bluetooth: v4.0, A2DP

Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 2300 mAh battery

Dimensions: 5.65 x 2.85 x 0.39 in (143.4 x 72.5 x 10 mm)

Weight: 150 g (5.29 oz)

Colors: Titanium Black, Platinum White, Dark Ruby

Additional Information

GSM Arena: PadFone S Specifications and Review

Asus: PadFone S Product Page

Asus: PadFone S E-Manual

Asus PadFone S on Amazon