[ROM][Android 6.0] ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML Marshmallow Firmware

In this post I will share Full Firmware .zip Marshmallow for ASUS ZenFone ZOOM. Before you update to marshmallow make sure backup your data and update to the latest Lollipop.

ZENFONE ZOOM ZX551ML Marshmallow Official firmware: 
WW VERSION
Version WW_4.21.40.74 (WW) 

Description

Release Note Software update to Android 6.0 Mashmallow. Internal storage will decrease slightly after update, suggest to back up data and relocate media file (pictures & video clip) to SD card to reserve enough storage before starting the software update. Android Marshmallow won't support APP2SD. Please move apps to internal storage before system upgrades. Multi-user function won't be supported if the account is deleted. Please keep your account to continue usage. The apps listed below will no longer be pre-loaded once your device has been upgraded to Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). Removed Apps: Omlet 1.  Data Transfer Photo Frame  ASUS Backup  Dr. Safety  What's next Party Link Remote Link PC Link Yahoo Shopping EZ TripAdvisor Zinio iReader Dr. Eye Google+ Puffin Browser Mirror Google Settings (Integrated with ASUS Settings) New Apps as follows:  Google Calendar  Google Messenger  Dr. Booster Asus Email, Asus Calendar, Asus Messaging will no longer be pre-loaded in this version. You can use Gmail, Google Calendar & Google Messenger provides corresponding services

File Size	1.45 GB Full Firmware
Download from	Full Firmware

How to Update with this .zip ROM ?

1. Via ADB Sideload or
2. Copy and Paste this .zip to Internal Storage ( Update notice will be pop up in your zenfone screen) and click update. or
3. Update via SDCard (Copy and paste .zip to SD Card then open recovery and choose apply update from sdcard)

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Asus Zenfone Zoom launched in India for Rs 37,999

With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise.

Asus has finally launched ZenFone Zoom smartphone in India later. The smartphone which focuses on its camera prowess is priced at Rs 37,999 for 128GB memory variant and Asus is bundling portable tripod and flash for Rs 39,999. 

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Asus Zenfone Zoom launched in Philippines for Php26,995

Asus Philippines has just launched the Zenfone flagship in Cebu during Sinulog Festival, the Asus Zenfone Zoom.

With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise. Powered with Intel Atom Z3590 quad-core chip with a maximum clock speed of 2.5GHz per core.

The Asus Zenfone Zoom will retail for Php26,995 in Philippines for 128GB version. 

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ASUS Malaysia Announces ZenFone Zoom for RM 2,099

On 13th January 2016 ASUS Malaysia invited the press members of the media to see the world up close with ZenFone Zoom at its Zensation event. ZenFone Zoom is the world’s thinnest 3x optical-zoom smartphone with Hoya lens in an innovative 10-element lens arrangement for exceptional clarity and close-ups with up to 12x total magnification. 

With built-in optical image stabilization (OIS) to eliminate shakes and blurred shots, and powered by a high-performance quad-core Intel® Atom™ processor with 4GB RAM for ultra-fast performance, ZenFone Zoom redefines expectations for smartphone photography — packing DSLR-style shooting experiences into a metal unibody that tapers to a mere 5mm, so it slides comfortably into a pocket.

ASUS Malaysia Country Manager, Jimmy Lin said: “With ZenFone 2, we created an incredible and widely-praised smartphone that captures stunning, high-resolution photos in everyday life. Now, with the ASUS ZenFone Zoom, we offer users a smartphone that has not only the look and feel of a DSLR camera, but the advanced features to match. With ASUS ZenFone Zoom, we are putting professional photography within the reach of everyone.” 

With Retail price starts at RM 2,099 and will be available for buyer in the end of January 2016.

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ASUS ZenFone Zoom Camera Comparison vs Sony Xperia Z5, LG G4, Samsung Galaxy Note 5, iPhone 6S, and HTC M9

Today Asus Zenfone Blog will share about ZenFone zoom camera versus another flagship.  ASUS Zenfone Zoom which become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone versus  Sony Z5, LG G4, Samsung Galaxy Note 5, iPhone 6S, and HTC M9 which is better? you decide..

These photos taken in same environment and condition. These photos taken by Nanako0625 from mobile01 forum.

Smartphone	Specifications	Features
LG G4	16 MP, f/1.8, 28 mm, laser autofocus, OIS, LED flash	1/2.6" sensor size, 1.12 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, panorama, HDR
Samsung Galaxy Note 5	16 MP, f/1.9, 28mm, OIS, autofocus, LED flash	1/2.6" sensor size, 1.12 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, panorama, HDR
HTC M9	20 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash	1/2.4" sensor size, 1.2 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR, panorama
ASUS Zenfone Zoom	13 MP, laser autofocus, 3x optical zoom, OIS, dual-LED (dual tone) flash	Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR
Apple iPhone 6S	12 MP, f/2.2, 29mm, phase detection autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash	1/3" sensor size, 1.22 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, simultaneous 4K video and 8MP image recording, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR (photo/panorama)
Sony Xperia Z5	23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, phase detection autofocus, LED flash	1/2.3" sensor size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama

Camera Comparison:

Auto Mode:                                                                                                

ASUS Zenfone Zoom

Sony Xperia Z5

LG G4

HTC M9

iPhone 6S

Close Object:                                                                                             

ASUS Zenfone Zoom

Sony Xperia Z5

Samsung Galaxy Note 5

HTC M9

LG G4

iPhone 6S

Indoor:                                                                                                    

ASUS Zenfone Zoom

Sony Xperia Z5

Samsung Galaxy Note 5

HTC M9

iPhone 6S

LG G4

Low Light:                                                                                                  

ASUS Zenfone Zoom

LG G4

HTC M9

Samsung Galaxy Note 5

iPhone 6S

Sony Xperia Z5

HDR:                                                                                                        

ASUS Zenfone Zoom

LG G4

iPhone 6S

HTC M9

Samsung Galaxy Note 5

Sony Xperia Z5

Credit to Nanako0625 from mobile01 

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How to Root ASUS Zenfone Zoom ZX551ML/ZX550ML

With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise.

Today Asus-Zenfone blog will post about How to Root ASUS Zenfone Zoom. Similar with Zenfone 2, Rooting Zenfone Zoom can be perform with ZenfoneRootKit by Shakalaca.

Download Zenfone Root Kit:

Instructions:

1. Install Intel USB Driver and ASUS Driver First
2. Make sure the computer can detect ASUS Android Bootloader Interface and ASUS Composite ADB Interface
3. Turn On USB debugging and connected to the computer via USB cable
4. Execute (Double Click) Root.bat  

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ASUS Zenfone Zoom ZX551ML Stock ROM

 

How to OTA update ? (Go to settings>About>System Update>Check for Update)
How to update Manual ? Place to Internal Storage>Restart>Click Update
How to update via ADB sideload ? Here 

 

ZENFONE ZOOM ZX551ML firmware: 
WW VERSION
Version WW_V2.23.40.38(WW) 
 

Description	ASUS ZenFone Zoom (ZX551ML) Software Image Version: WW_V2.23.40.38 For WW SKU only*

File Size	1.02 GB
Download from	Global

ZENFONE ZOOM ZX551ML Kernel: 
ZenFone Zoom (ZX551ML) Kernel Code (V2.23.40)

File Size	118MB
Download from	Global

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ASUS ZenFone Zoom Launched and On Sale in Taiwan

ASUS Chairman Mr. Jonney Shih and ASUS CEO Mr. Jerry Shen Holding ASUS Zenfone Zoom

After delayed for several months today ASUS revealed the new ASUS ZenFone variant, ZenFone Zoom. With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise.

People in line waiting to enter ZenFone Zoom experience.

ZenFone has been sold for 3.000.000 units since 2014/4 in Taiwan.

ASUS Chairman Mr. Jonney Shih on stage at ZenFone Zoom experience and Taiwan Zenfestival 2015

Mr. Jonney Shih explain about ZenFone Zoom which using Corning Gorilla Glass

Also explained about Zenfone Zoom equipped with 64 bit Intel Atom Z3590 2.5 GHz, PowerVR 6430 640MHz, and LTE with 250Mbps

Comparison beetween ZenFone Zoom and iPhone 6s Plus, 3X Optical zoom

Examples photo taken with Zenfone Zoom

ZenFone Zoom Specs

ZenFone Zoom official price for 2.3GHz and 64GB ROM variant is 13.990 NT or approximately 427.57 US $

ZenFone Zoom official price for 2.5GHz and 128GB ROM variant is 15.990 NT or approximately 488.69 US $

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