This week Asus has taken the wraps off its new Windows 8 ready all-in-one desktop PC in the form of the Asus ET2701, which is equipped with a 27 inch frameless, 10-point capacitive touchscreen LED backlit display.

The display of the Asus ET2701 provides users with a high definition resolution of 1920 x 1080, together with a high contrast ratio, and a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees in both horizontal and vertical directions.

The Asus ET2701 Windows 8 PC can be powered by a variety of processor options depending on your budget and requirements. With options for Intel Core i7-3770S 8 MB Cache, 3.10 GHz, TBD: Turbo Boost up to 3.9 GHz, the Core i5-3450 6 MB Cache, 3.10 GHz, TBD: Turbo Boost up to 3.5 GHz , the Core i5-3330, or the Core i3-3220.

Users can then opt to install up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM and install up to 2Tb of storage using SATA HDD, with optical Blu-ray drives also available. Asus explained in their press release:

"The ET2701 features built in SonicMaster technology optimized by audio experts,”-”It features a finely-tuned digital signal processor that produces every note in pristine clarity with near-zero distortion. Also onboard is DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC ll audio technology, which delivers the most realistic, three-dimensional sensation of being completely surrounded by sound.”

Unfortunately no information on pricing or worldwide availability has been released as yet, but as soon as information comes to light we will keep you updated as always.

Source: Toms Hardware