{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"168996","rtpr_id":"nGNXDThjP-20261014","ticker":"2357","exchange":"TWSE","all_tickers":["2357"],"title":"ASUS Announces the New ExpertBook A7","author":"Globe Newswire","published_at":"2026-10-14T13:00:00.092Z","article_body":"Fremont, CA, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --\n\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7\n\nKEY POINTS:\n\n·       The New A-Series Lineup: The new ASUS ExpertBook A7 expands\nASUS's commercial laptop family alongside the B and P series and the\nExpertBook Ultra, bringing premium design and mobility features to a broader\nrange of professionals.\n\n·       Elevated in Every Detail: The ExpertBook A7 combines A\nCNC-milled aluminum unibody, 14” 3K 120Hz OLED display, glass haptic\ntouchpad, 65Wh battery and starting at 2.8 lbs weight to deliver a premium\nmobile experience.\n\n·       Commercial Assurance & Durability: Features a 3-year\nmanufacturer’s warranty, five years of BIOS and driver security updates,\nenterprise-grade cybersecurity via ASUS ExpertGuardian, and MIL-STD-810H\nmilitary-grade durability standards.\n\n \n\nASUS (https://www.asus.com/us/), a global technology leader that provides the\nworld's most innovative and intuitive devices, today announced the ExpertBook\nA7 (A7406CMA) (https://us.asus.click/PREA7), a new thin and light business\nlaptop designed to bring premium features into a highly mobile chassis. Now\navailable for purchase in the United States, the ExpertBook A7 combines a 3K\nOLED display, precision-milled aluminum unibody, glass haptic touchpad, 65Wh\nbattery and layered commercial security for professionals who want a refined\nbusiness experience wherever work takes them.\n\n \"With ExpertBook A7, we focused on the parts of a business laptop\nprofessionals interact with every day,\" says Shawn Chang, General Manager at\nASUS North America. \"Its precision-milled aluminum chassis, 3K OLED display,\nhaptic touchpad, and 2.8 pound design bring a premium mobile experience to a\nbroader range of professionals, backed by the security and support\nprofessionals expect.\"\n\nThe new device complements the ExpertBook B and P series and the ExpertBook\nUltra by introducing the all-new A Series. This new lineup combines sleek\nmobility and essential power into a refined, dependable device tailored for\nmodern professionals on the move who need to stay productive across any\nworkspace.\n\nPremium Mobility Built for Professionals\n\nCrafted from a single block of 6000-series aluminum alloy using precision CNC\nmilling, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 features a premium unibody design that\nminimizes visible gaps and potential weak points, combining refined aesthetics\nwith everyday durability. Measuring just .4 inches thin and starting at 2.8\nlbs¹, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 is designed with up to 26 hours of battery life2\nwith fast-charging technology to restore up to 50% capacity in just 30\nminutes3 . Together, professionals are able to move effortlessly through the\nday, enabling flexibility when time between meetings or workspaces is limited.\n\nThe compact form is complemented by dual full-function USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®\nports to support data transfer, charging, and display output, while USB Type-A\nand HDMI® connectivity provide convenient access to displays, accessories,\nand everyday peripherals.\n\nA glass-surface haptic touchpad enables fast scrolling and up to 3X the\nprecision of standard touchpads4 for smooth, accurate control, with responsive\nfeedback that feels natural and consistent with every gesture. The carefully\nengineered hinge balances torque and stability, allowing ExpertBook A7 to be\nopened smoothly with one hand, while minimizing screen wobble for a steady\nviewing experience.\n\nPerformance That Keeps Pace\n\nThe ASUS ExpertBook A7 is powered by up to an Intel® Core™ 7 processor,\nwith up to 16GB LPDDR5X memory and up to a 512GB PCIe® SSD storage, it is\ndesigned to keep presentations, multitasking, communication, browsing, and\ncontent creation moving smoothly throughout the workday.\n\nThe ASUS ExpertCool thermal solution helps maintain steady performance across\neveryday workloads while supporting the laptop’s slim form. WiFi 6E\nconnectivity adds fast and reliable wireless performance, helping work stay\nconnected and in sync across environments.\n\nAvailable in Lunar Silver and Eclipse Black colors, it brings a fresh sense of\nstyle to everyday productivity to create a sophisticated look that fits\nnaturally across professional environments.\n\nClarity, Measured In Every Pixel\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7 features a 14-inch 3K OLED panel with a smudge-resistant\nanti-glare edge-to-edge glass surface5 to help reduce reflection designed to\nmake everyday viewing more vivid, comfortable, and immersive. Rich color, deep\ncontrast, and sharp detail help bring presentations, documents, images, and\nmedia to life with exceptional clarity for more comfortable viewing across\nchanging environments, from brightly lit offices to shared workspaces. The\n120Hz refresh rate keeps motion feeling smooth and responsive, while a 90%\nscreen-to-body ratio6 creates a focused viewing experience within the\nlaptop’s compact form.\n\nCybersecurity Assurance\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7 brings assurance into everyday work through ASUS\nExpertGuardian, combining layered security, durable construction, and\nlong-term protection to help safeguard both personal and business data\nwherever work happens. The laptop features NIST SP 800-193-compliant\ncommercial-grade BIOS protection alongside the Windows 11 Secured-core PC\nframework, helping strengthen protection from the firmware level through the\noperating system. ASUS also provides five years of BIOS and driver security\nupdates, supporting dependable protection throughout the device lifecycle.\n\nFor secure and convenient access, fingerprint sign-in with FIDO2\nauthentication provides an additional layer of identity protection, while a\ndiscrete TPM 2.0 chip securely stores sensitive authentication information\nsuch as passwords and encryption keys. An integrated Kensington Nano Security\nSlot aids physical protection when the laptop is used in shared or higher-risk\nenvironments.\n\nDurability Built Into Every Layer\n\nThis protection is reinforced by dependable durability. ExpertBook A7 meets\nMIL-STD-810H military-grade standards7 and undergoes rigorous ASUS in-house\ndurability testing in 24 individual categories designed to help ensure\nresilience across the demands of everyday use and long-term reliability.\n From daily commutes to demanding work environments, these extensive tests\nhelp ensure the device can withstand the challenges of everyday business use.\n\nAvailability & Pricing\n\nThe ASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA) (https://us.asus.click/PREA7) featuring the\nIntel® Core™ 5 processor 320 starts at $1299.99 and will be available from\nOctober 14 in the United States through the ASUS Store\n(https://eshop.asus.com/us/asus-expertbook-a7-a7406cma.html?config=90NX0AS2-M008A0).\n\nAdditional configurations of the ASUS ExpertBook A7, including models with the\nIntel® Core™ 7 processor 350, and AMD Ryzen™ AI models will also be\navailable.  \n\nBuilding on its premium design and business-focused features, the ASUS\nExpertBook A7 lineup will expand in January 2027 with configurations starting\nat $899, offering businesses greater flexibility to meet their needs. Please\ncontact your local ASUS representative for further information.\n\n \n\nPress Contacts\n\nasuspr_usa@asus.com\n\n \n\nSpecifications8\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA)\n\n Model Name A7406CMA-DS54 A7406CMA-DS54-SL A7406CMA-DS74 A7406CMA-DS74-SL A7406CMA-XS54 A7406CMA-XS74 \n Price $1,299.99 $1,299.99 $1,399.99 $1399.99 $1,499.99 $1,599.99 \n Operating System Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro \n Processor Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) \n 6 Threads) \n Color Eclipse Black Lunar Silver Eclipse Black Lunar Silver Eclipse Black Eclipse Black \n Material Aluminum \n Military grade US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard \n Panel Size 14.0-inch \n Backlit LED Backlit \n Display Anti-glare display, OLED, 500nits, DCI-P3: 100%, 178/178, 120Hz, 100000:1, Non-touch screen, 90 %, Pantone Validated, Wide view, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 600, WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) 16:10 \n Neural processor Intel® AI Boost NPU \n Integrated GPU Intel® Graphics \n On board memory 16GB LPDDR5X on board \n Storage 512GB M.2 2230 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD \n Camera 1080p FHD front facing camera \n On board Wireless Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card \n Keyboard Backlit Chiclet Keyboard \n I/O ports 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack \n Audio Dolby Audio Premium, Built-in speaker, Built-in array microphone \n Battery 65WHrs, 2S2P, 4-cell Li-ion \n AC Adapter TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal (2 pin adapter+type C cable) \n Required charging power Min: 55W Max: 65W \n Dimension 12.25\" x 8.46\" x 0.46\" \n Weight 2.82 lbs (with battery) \n Security Kensington Nano Security Slot™(6x 2.5mm) Fingerprint sensor integrated with Power Key BIOS Integrity Measurement Support Intel® BIOS Guard BIOS Booting User Password Protection BIOS Protection Support CSME BIOS Redundancy Assistance Microsoft Secured-core PC Intel CSME Firmware Resilience Microsoft Security Level 3 HDD User Password Protection and Security Enhanced Password Strength Intel® Boot Guard Platform Firmware Resiliency Support BIOS Self Recovery Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 BIOS setup user password Support Absolute Persistence 2.0 (Computrace) ASUS ExpertGuardian with NIST SP 800-193 \n compliance ASUS ExpertGuardian with NIST SP 800-155 compliance \n Built-in Apps ASUS MyExpert, AI ExpertMeet, MyASUS \n MyASUS Features System diagnosis Battery health charging Splendid Tru2Life Function key lock WiFi SmartConnect AppDeals \n Warranty 1Y Pick up/ return; Accidental Damage Protection + 2Y Pick up/ return \n Ecolabels & Compliances EPEAT Silver REACH RoHS TCO Certified \n Sustainable Material Top Cover and Keyboard Frame: 98% PIR recycled aluminum. Bottom Cover: 70% PIR recycled aluminum. \n\n \n\n###\n\nABOUT ASUS\n\nASUS is an innovative technology leader delivering the world’s most\ncomprehensive AI solutions across Infrastructure, Physical AI, AI PC/Devices,\nand Engineering the AI Advantage. Guided by its “Ubiquitous AI. Incredible\nPossibilities.” strategy, ASUS is bringing enterprise-to-edge AI to\nlife. The ASUS portfolio also includes the ROG and ProArt sub-brands, which\nserve gamers and creators worldwide.\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n[1] Product weight may vary according to device configuration.\n\n[2] Based on ASUS internal analysts, August 2026. ASUS ExpertBook A7 tested\nwith Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350, 16GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, and 65Wh battery.\nTesting conducted by ASUS labs with display brightness set to 50% and 50%\nvolume with wired earphones. Based on local video FHD playback. Actual battery\nlife may vary and is typically less than the test results depending on\nconfiguration, software, usage patterns, environmental conditions, and power\nmanagement settings. Maximum battery life will decrease with time. The stated\nbattery capacity (Wh) does not indicate actual battery life.\n\n[4] Based on ASUS internal analysis and comparisons with other standard\nWindows-based laptops.\n\n[5] Anti-glare display is optional.\n\n[6] The data comes from ASUS laboratory testing. Measurements based on the\nratio of the screen’s viewable area to the screen size.\n\n[7] The testing regime includes the requirements of both military-grade\nstandards and ASUS quality tests and varies depending on device. MIL-STD-810H\ntesting is conducted on selected ASUS products only. Note that the\nMIL-STD-810H testing helps to ensure the quality of ASUS products but does not\nindicate a particular fitness for military use. The test is performed under\nlaboratory conditions. Any damage caused by attempts to replicate these test\nconditions would be considered accidental and would not be covered by the\nstandard ASUS warranty. Additional coverage is available with ASUS Premium\nCare/ASUS Business Support.\n\n[8] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change\nwithout notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may\nvary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full\nspecifications are available at http://www.asus.com\n\n \n\nPress Inquiries\n\nAnthony Spence\n asuspr_usa [at] asus.com\n https://www.asus.com/\n 48720 Kato Road | Fremont, CA 94538\n\n(https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/66516e31-9125-471a-9e1a-c79ac29a1e8c)\n\n\n\nGlobeNewswire, Inc. 2026","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nGNXDThjP-20261014","title":"ASUS Announces the New ExpertBook A7","author":"Globe Newswire","ticker":"2357","created":"2026-10-14T13:00:00.092Z","tickers":["2357"],"exchange":"TWSE","article_body":"Fremont, CA, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --\n\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7\n\nKEY POINTS:\n\n·       The New A-Series Lineup: The new ASUS ExpertBook A7 expands\nASUS's commercial laptop family alongside the B and P series and the\nExpertBook Ultra, bringing premium design and mobility features to a broader\nrange of professionals.\n\n·       Elevated in Every Detail: The ExpertBook A7 combines A\nCNC-milled aluminum unibody, 14” 3K 120Hz OLED display, glass haptic\ntouchpad, 65Wh battery and starting at 2.8 lbs weight to deliver a premium\nmobile experience.\n\n·       Commercial Assurance & Durability: Features a 3-year\nmanufacturer’s warranty, five years of BIOS and driver security updates,\nenterprise-grade cybersecurity via ASUS ExpertGuardian, and MIL-STD-810H\nmilitary-grade durability standards.\n\n \n\nASUS (https://www.asus.com/us/), a global technology leader that provides the\nworld's most innovative and intuitive devices, today announced the ExpertBook\nA7 (A7406CMA) (https://us.asus.click/PREA7), a new thin and light business\nlaptop designed to bring premium features into a highly mobile chassis. Now\navailable for purchase in the United States, the ExpertBook A7 combines a 3K\nOLED display, precision-milled aluminum unibody, glass haptic touchpad, 65Wh\nbattery and layered commercial security for professionals who want a refined\nbusiness experience wherever work takes them.\n\n \"With ExpertBook A7, we focused on the parts of a business laptop\nprofessionals interact with every day,\" says Shawn Chang, General Manager at\nASUS North America. \"Its precision-milled aluminum chassis, 3K OLED display,\nhaptic touchpad, and 2.8 pound design bring a premium mobile experience to a\nbroader range of professionals, backed by the security and support\nprofessionals expect.\"\n\nThe new device complements the ExpertBook B and P series and the ExpertBook\nUltra by introducing the all-new A Series. This new lineup combines sleek\nmobility and essential power into a refined, dependable device tailored for\nmodern professionals on the move who need to stay productive across any\nworkspace.\n\nPremium Mobility Built for Professionals\n\nCrafted from a single block of 6000-series aluminum alloy using precision CNC\nmilling, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 features a premium unibody design that\nminimizes visible gaps and potential weak points, combining refined aesthetics\nwith everyday durability. Measuring just .4 inches thin and starting at 2.8\nlbs¹, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 is designed with up to 26 hours of battery life2\nwith fast-charging technology to restore up to 50% capacity in just 30\nminutes3 . Together, professionals are able to move effortlessly through the\nday, enabling flexibility when time between meetings or workspaces is limited.\n\nThe compact form is complemented by dual full-function USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®\nports to support data transfer, charging, and display output, while USB Type-A\nand HDMI® connectivity provide convenient access to displays, accessories,\nand everyday peripherals.\n\nA glass-surface haptic touchpad enables fast scrolling and up to 3X the\nprecision of standard touchpads4 for smooth, accurate control, with responsive\nfeedback that feels natural and consistent with every gesture. The carefully\nengineered hinge balances torque and stability, allowing ExpertBook A7 to be\nopened smoothly with one hand, while minimizing screen wobble for a steady\nviewing experience.\n\nPerformance That Keeps Pace\n\nThe ASUS ExpertBook A7 is powered by up to an Intel® Core™ 7 processor,\nwith up to 16GB LPDDR5X memory and up to a 512GB PCIe® SSD storage, it is\ndesigned to keep presentations, multitasking, communication, browsing, and\ncontent creation moving smoothly throughout the workday.\n\nThe ASUS ExpertCool thermal solution helps maintain steady performance across\neveryday workloads while supporting the laptop’s slim form. WiFi 6E\nconnectivity adds fast and reliable wireless performance, helping work stay\nconnected and in sync across environments.\n\nAvailable in Lunar Silver and Eclipse Black colors, it brings a fresh sense of\nstyle to everyday productivity to create a sophisticated look that fits\nnaturally across professional environments.\n\nClarity, Measured In Every Pixel\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7 features a 14-inch 3K OLED panel with a smudge-resistant\nanti-glare edge-to-edge glass surface5 to help reduce reflection designed to\nmake everyday viewing more vivid, comfortable, and immersive. Rich color, deep\ncontrast, and sharp detail help bring presentations, documents, images, and\nmedia to life with exceptional clarity for more comfortable viewing across\nchanging environments, from brightly lit offices to shared workspaces. The\n120Hz refresh rate keeps motion feeling smooth and responsive, while a 90%\nscreen-to-body ratio6 creates a focused viewing experience within the\nlaptop’s compact form.\n\nCybersecurity Assurance\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7 brings assurance into everyday work through ASUS\nExpertGuardian, combining layered security, durable construction, and\nlong-term protection to help safeguard both personal and business data\nwherever work happens. The laptop features NIST SP 800-193-compliant\ncommercial-grade BIOS protection alongside the Windows 11 Secured-core PC\nframework, helping strengthen protection from the firmware level through the\noperating system. ASUS also provides five years of BIOS and driver security\nupdates, supporting dependable protection throughout the device lifecycle.\n\nFor secure and convenient access, fingerprint sign-in with FIDO2\nauthentication provides an additional layer of identity protection, while a\ndiscrete TPM 2.0 chip securely stores sensitive authentication information\nsuch as passwords and encryption keys. An integrated Kensington Nano Security\nSlot aids physical protection when the laptop is used in shared or higher-risk\nenvironments.\n\nDurability Built Into Every Layer\n\nThis protection is reinforced by dependable durability. ExpertBook A7 meets\nMIL-STD-810H military-grade standards7 and undergoes rigorous ASUS in-house\ndurability testing in 24 individual categories designed to help ensure\nresilience across the demands of everyday use and long-term reliability.\n From daily commutes to demanding work environments, these extensive tests\nhelp ensure the device can withstand the challenges of everyday business use.\n\nAvailability & Pricing\n\nThe ASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA) (https://us.asus.click/PREA7) featuring the\nIntel® Core™ 5 processor 320 starts at $1299.99 and will be available from\nOctober 14 in the United States through the ASUS Store\n(https://eshop.asus.com/us/asus-expertbook-a7-a7406cma.html?config=90NX0AS2-M008A0).\n\nAdditional configurations of the ASUS ExpertBook A7, including models with the\nIntel® Core™ 7 processor 350, and AMD Ryzen™ AI models will also be\navailable.  \n\nBuilding on its premium design and business-focused features, the ASUS\nExpertBook A7 lineup will expand in January 2027 with configurations starting\nat $899, offering businesses greater flexibility to meet their needs. Please\ncontact your local ASUS representative for further information.\n\n \n\nPress Contacts\n\nasuspr_usa@asus.com\n\n \n\nSpecifications8\n\nASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA)\n\n Model Name A7406CMA-DS54 A7406CMA-DS54-SL A7406CMA-DS74 A7406CMA-DS74-SL A7406CMA-XS54 A7406CMA-XS74 \n Price $1,299.99 $1,299.99 $1,399.99 $1399.99 $1,499.99 $1,599.99 \n Operating System Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro \n Processor Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) \n 6 Threads) \n Color Eclipse Black Lunar Silver Eclipse Black Lunar Silver Eclipse Black Eclipse Black \n Material Aluminum \n Military grade US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard \n Panel Size 14.0-inch \n Backlit LED Backlit \n Display Anti-glare display, OLED, 500nits, DCI-P3: 100%, 178/178, 120Hz, 100000:1, Non-touch screen, 90 %, Pantone Validated, Wide view, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 600, WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) 16:10 \n Neural processor Intel® AI Boost NPU \n Integrated GPU Intel® Graphics \n On board memory 16GB LPDDR5X on board \n Storage 512GB M.2 2230 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD \n Camera 1080p FHD front facing camera \n On board Wireless Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card \n Keyboard Backlit Chiclet Keyboard \n I/O ports 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack \n Audio Dolby Audio Premium, Built-in speaker, Built-in array microphone \n Battery 65WHrs, 2S2P, 4-cell Li-ion \n AC Adapter TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal (2 pin adapter+type C cable) \n Required charging power Min: 55W Max: 65W \n Dimension 12.25\" x 8.46\" x 0.46\" \n Weight 2.82 lbs (with battery) \n Security Kensington Nano Security Slot™(6x 2.5mm) Fingerprint sensor integrated with Power Key BIOS Integrity Measurement Support Intel® BIOS Guard BIOS Booting User Password Protection BIOS Protection Support CSME BIOS Redundancy Assistance Microsoft Secured-core PC Intel CSME Firmware Resilience Microsoft Security Level 3 HDD User Password Protection and Security Enhanced Password Strength Intel® Boot Guard Platform Firmware Resiliency Support BIOS Self Recovery Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 BIOS setup user password Support Absolute Persistence 2.0 (Computrace) ASUS ExpertGuardian with NIST SP 800-193 \n compliance ASUS ExpertGuardian with NIST SP 800-155 compliance \n Built-in Apps ASUS MyExpert, AI ExpertMeet, MyASUS \n MyASUS Features System diagnosis Battery health charging Splendid Tru2Life Function key lock WiFi SmartConnect AppDeals \n Warranty 1Y Pick up/ return; Accidental Damage Protection + 2Y Pick up/ return \n Ecolabels & Compliances EPEAT Silver REACH RoHS TCO Certified \n Sustainable Material Top Cover and Keyboard Frame: 98% PIR recycled aluminum. Bottom Cover: 70% PIR recycled aluminum. \n\n \n\n###\n\nABOUT ASUS\n\nASUS is an innovative technology leader delivering the world’s most\ncomprehensive AI solutions across Infrastructure, Physical AI, AI PC/Devices,\nand Engineering the AI Advantage. Guided by its “Ubiquitous AI. Incredible\nPossibilities.” strategy, ASUS is bringing enterprise-to-edge AI to\nlife. The ASUS portfolio also includes the ROG and ProArt sub-brands, which\nserve gamers and creators worldwide.\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n[1] Product weight may vary according to device configuration.\n\n[2] Based on ASUS internal analysts, August 2026. ASUS ExpertBook A7 tested\nwith Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350, 16GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, and 65Wh battery.\nTesting conducted by ASUS labs with display brightness set to 50% and 50%\nvolume with wired earphones. Based on local video FHD playback. Actual battery\nlife may vary and is typically less than the test results depending on\nconfiguration, software, usage patterns, environmental conditions, and power\nmanagement settings. Maximum battery life will decrease with time. The stated\nbattery capacity (Wh) does not indicate actual battery life.\n\n[4] Based on ASUS internal analysis and comparisons with other standard\nWindows-based laptops.\n\n[5] Anti-glare display is optional.\n\n[6] The data comes from ASUS laboratory testing. Measurements based on the\nratio of the screen’s viewable area to the screen size.\n\n[7] The testing regime includes the requirements of both military-grade\nstandards and ASUS quality tests and varies depending on device. MIL-STD-810H\ntesting is conducted on selected ASUS products only. Note that the\nMIL-STD-810H testing helps to ensure the quality of ASUS products but does not\nindicate a particular fitness for military use. The test is performed under\nlaboratory conditions. Any damage caused by attempts to replicate these test\nconditions would be considered accidental and would not be covered by the\nstandard ASUS warranty. Additional coverage is available with ASUS Premium\nCare/ASUS Business Support.\n\n[8] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change\nwithout notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may\nvary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full\nspecifications are available at http://www.asus.com\n\n \n\nPress Inquiries\n\nAnthony Spence\n asuspr_usa [at] asus.com\n https://www.asus.com/\n 48720 Kato Road | Fremont, CA 94538\n\n(https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/66516e31-9125-471a-9e1a-c79ac29a1e8c)\n\n\n\nGlobeNewswire, Inc. 2026"},"type":"article","timestamp":"2026-10-14T13:00:00.183621314Z","server_sent_at_ms":1791982800183},"received_at":"2026-10-14T13:00:00.340Z","source_url":null},"analysis":{"id":"157256","press_release_id":"168996","analysis_json":{"industry":{"label":"Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals","sector":"Information Technology"},"redFlags":[],"eventType":"product_launch","narrative":"ASUS launched the ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA), a new thin-and-light commercial laptop expanding its business lineup alongside the B and P series and ExpertBook Ultra.\n\nThe A7 features a 14-inch 3K 120Hz OLED display, CNC-milled aluminum unibody, up to 26 hours of claimed battery life, and enterprise security via ASUS ExpertGuardian with five years of BIOS/driver updates.\n\nUS availability starts October 14 at $1,299.99, with a broader lineup including AMD Ryzen AI models expanding from $899 in January 2027.","sentiment":"neutral","agentHooks":{"shouldPost":false,"suggestedAngle":"Routine product refresh -- ASUS adds an A-series premium tier to its commercial ExpertBook laptop family."},"keyFigures":{"customDimensions":{"weight_lbs":2.8,"starting_price_us":1299.99,"battery_life_hours_up_to":26,"expanded_lineup_starting_price_jan2027":899}},"quotedText":"With ExpertBook A7, we focused on the parts of a business laptop professionals interact with every day","namedEntities":{"people":[{"name":"Shawn Chang","role":"General Manager, ASUS North America"},{"name":"Anthony Spence","role":"Press contact"}],"products":["ASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA)","Intel Core 5 processor 320","Intel Core 7 processor 350","AMD Ryzen AI","Windows 11","ASUS ExpertGuardian"],"companies":[{"name":"ASUS","ticker":"2357"},{"name":"Intel","relationship":"supplier"},{"name":"AMD","relationship":"supplier"},{"name":"Microsoft","relationship":"partner"}],"dollarAmounts":[{"amount":"$1299.99","context":"starting price of ExpertBook A7 with Intel Core 5 processor"},{"amount":"$899","context":"starting price of January 2027 expanded configurations"},{"amount":"$1,599.99","context":"top configuration price (A7406CMA-XS74)"}]},"materialImpact":{"score":1,"reasoning":"Routine commercial laptop product launch with no financial figures, guidance, or strategic commitments disclosed. 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