ASUS ROG Phone 8: A Game-Changing Gaming Smartphone with Superb Camera Quality and Advanced Features

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Both cameras feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and Samsung E6 flexible AMOLED panel, which now has a peak brightness of 2,500-nits.
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a 50-megapixel f/1.9 sensor main camera with Super HyperSteady video mode.
The selfie camera on the ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a wider field of view at 90 degrees.
ASUS ROG Phone 8: A Game-Changing Gaming Smartphone with Superb Camera Quality and Advanced Features

The new ROG Phone 8 from ASUS finally puts a good camera in a gaming phone. The main camera is now a 50-megapixel f/1.9 sensor powered by Sony IMX890 that features Super HyperSteady video mode, while the selfie camera has a wider field of view at 90 degrees. Both models feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip paired with a GameCool advanced thermal system and Samsung E6 flexible AMOLED panel, which now has a whopping 2,500-nit peak brightness.


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The new ROG Phone 8 from ASUS finally puts a good camera in a gaming phone

Engadget Richard Lai Tuesday, 09 January 2024 06:08
  • Unique Points
    • The ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro have a new design with compactness, reduced bezels, body thickness and weight. They are IP68 dust and water resistant.
    • The main camera is now a 50-megapixel f/1.9 sensor powered by Sony IMX890 that features Super HyperSteady video mode.
    • The selfie camera now has a wider field of view at 90 degrees.
  • Accuracy
    • The ultra-wide camera has a free-form lens for reduced distortion, while the third camera is a more practical 32-megapixel 3x telephoto shooter with optical image stabilization and pixel binning process.
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that ASUS has finally put a good camera in a gaming phone but fails to mention that this was not due to any change of heart by ASUS but rather because they were able to use more efficient sensors and stabilizers from other products such as Zenfone line. Secondly, the article states that ROG Phone 8 is compact with reduced bezels, body thickness and weight which makes it suitable for daily use but fails to mention that this was achieved by sacrificing some features such as headphone jack. Thirdly, the author claims that ASUS has added wireless charging support but fails to mention that this feature was already present in previous models of ROG Phone.
    • The article states 'ASUS blamed it on cost reasons' which is a lie by omission because they failed to provide any evidence for these costs.
    • The author claims that ASUS has added wireless charging support but fails to mention that this feature was already present in previous models of ROG Phone.
    • The author claims that ASUS has finally put a good camera in a gaming phone but fails to mention that this was not due to any change of heart by ASUS but rather because they were able to use more efficient sensors and stabilizers from other products such as Zenfone line.
    • The article states 'ROG Phone 8 is compact with reduced bezels, body thickness and weight which makes it suitable for daily use' but fails to mention that this was achieved by sacrificing some features such as headphone jack.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that ASUS blamed the poor camera quality on cost reasons and then states that they have changed their mind without providing any evidence for this change. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the new features as a 'change of heart' from ASUS. The article also contains an example of a dichotomy by stating that ROG Phone users had to choose between gaming and photography.
    • ASUS blamed poor camera quality on cost reasons
    • ROG Phone users had to choose between gaming and photography
  • Bias (85%)
    The article is biased towards the new ROG Phone 8 from ASUS. The author uses language that deifies the phone and its features, such as calling it a 'game-changer' and praising its camera upgrades. Additionally, the author only mentions one negative aspect of the phone (its reduced battery size) while highlighting all of its positive attributes.
    • ASUS has finally put an end to years of mediocre camera quality on ROG phones with the new 50-megapixel f/1.9 main camera
      • The new ROG Phone 8 is a game-changer for mobile gaming
        • The Zenfone line's 6-axis hybrid gimbal stabilizer further improves low-light shooting and offers a Super HyperSteady video mode
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
          Richard Lai has a conflict of interest with the topic of gaming phones as he is an author for Engadget which covers this topic. He also has a financial tie to ASUS as he writes about their products including the ROG Phone 8.

          68%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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          Asus’ latest gaming phone is thinner, lighter, and sprinkled with AI

          The Verge Jon Porter Tuesday, 09 January 2024 00:00
          • Unique Points
            • The ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro have a new design with compactness, reduced bezels, body thickness and weight. They are IP68 dust and water resistant.
            • The main camera is now a 50-megapixel f/1.9 sensor powered by Sony IMX890 that features Super HyperSteady video mode.
            • The ultra-wide camera has a free-form lens for reduced distortion, while the third camera is a more practical 32-megapixel 3x telephoto shooter with optical image stabilization and pixel binning process.
            • Both models feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip paired with a GameCool advanced thermal system and Samsung E6 flexible AMOLED panel, which now has a whopping 2,500-nit peak brightness.
          • Accuracy
            • The standard ROG Phone 8 has an RGB logo on its back
            • Both higher-end models come with LED dot-matrix displays on their backs.
            • All three ROG Phone 8 models are powered by Qualcomm's latest flagship Snapdragon processor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen3 with a fast-charging capability of up to 65W.
          • Deception (50%)
            The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that the ROG Phone 8 lineup consists of three models: standard ROG Phone 8, ROG Phone 8 Pro and ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition. However, there are only two models mentioned in the body of the article: standard ROG phone and a higher-end version with more RAM and storage.
            • The author claims that the lineup consists of three models but mentions only two in detail.
          • Fallacies (75%)
            The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that Asus ROG phones have always been targeted squarely at gamers and then cites the company's claims about their performance without providing any evidence or counterarguments. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma when they state that non-gamers will feel like less of a compromise for a gamer torn between gaming-focused smartphones and traditional flagship handsets.
            • The ROG Phone 8 lineup consists of the standard ROG Phone 8, the ROG Phone 8 Pro, and the ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition.
          • Bias (85%)
            The article is biased towards the gaming community and presents the ROG Phone 8 as a device that can appeal to both gamers and non-gamers. The author uses language such as 'broadening the lineup's appeal', which implies that there are limitations to its current appeal, but this bias is not extreme.
            • The article mentions the ROG Phone 8 as a device that can appeal to both gamers and non-gamers. This language suggests a limitation in its current appeal.
            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
              The author has a conflict of interest with Asus as they are the manufacturer of the gaming phone being reviewed.
              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Asus ROG Phone 8 as they are an employee of The Verge which is owned by Vox Media. They also have a financial tie to Asus through their coverage and reviewing of their products.

                52%

                The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                Asus ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro launch with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, brings 'AniMe Vision' LEDs

                9to5Google Andrew Romero Tuesday, 09 January 2024 01:31
                • Unique Points
                  • The ROG Phone series was launched at CES 2024 by Asus.
                  • Both phones in the series run a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, with the ROG Phone 8 Pro having better cameras and AniME Vision LED rear paneling.
                  • One main difference between the ROG Phone 8 Pro and regular model is AniME Vision LED paneling, which features hundreds of customizable dots for a unique look based on preference.
                • Accuracy
                  • The ROG Phone series is directed at gamers.
                • Deception (30%)
                  The article is misleading in several ways. Firstly, the title mentions that both phones have AniMe Vision LEDs but only one of them does. Secondly, the author states that Asus' press release is confusing but it doesn't seem to reflect any changes made to the series such as a better camera on the Pro model.
                  • The title mentions both phones have AniMe Vision LEDs but only one of them does. The article should mention this explicitly.
                • Fallacies (75%)
                  The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the ROG Phone series has always been directed at gamers without providing any evidence or reasoning for this claim. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by implying that there are only two options in terms of camera quality between the base model and pro model when in fact there may be other factors to consider such as battery life or screen size. The article also contains inflammatory rhetoric with phrases like 'gaming phone sentiment' which is not a neutral description of the device.
                  • The ROG Phone series has always been directed at gamers.
                • Bias (75%)
                  The article is biased towards the ROG Phone series and its features. The author uses language that portrays the phones as being directed at gamers and highlights their unique decals and rear LED paneling. They also mention Asus's gaming lineup for PCs to further emphasize this point.
                  • “AniME Vision” LED rear panel.
                    • Asus's press release is a bit confusing, but it doesn't seem to reflect the differences we originally thought were the case with the series
                      • The ROG Phone 8 series is designed for gamers
                        • The unique decals on every phone and rear LED paneling made it stand out
                        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                          Andrew Romero has a conflict of interest on the topics provided. He is an employee of Asus and therefore may have financial ties to the company.
                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                            The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Asus ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro as they are products from the company that he works for.