ASUS ExpertBook Ultra: Flagship business laptop lands in Cebu and Davao | Inquirer Technology

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra: Flagship business laptop lands in Cebu and Davao

/ 03:46 PM September 16, 2026

ASUS Business Philippines is expanding its business presence  beyond Metro Manila, bringing its flagship laptop ASUS ExpertBook Ultra and business grade technology closer to the executives, entrepreneurs, and IT decision-makers driving  growth in Cebu and Davao. 

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Cebu Davao
(From left to right): Marro Ventura, National Sales Manager; Francis Avila, Head of Commercial; Rico Hizon, ASUS Business PH Brand Ambassador, Veteran Broadcast Journalist & Business Consultant; Jolla Valencia, Channel and Territory Account Sales (Visayas); and Liang Chen, Country Product Manager of Commercial Notebook)

Following its Manila debut on July 1, 2026, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra made its regional  debut in NUSTAR Resort Cebu, Cebu City on September 7 and 8, followed by Dusit D2,  Davao City on September 11. 

Drawing more than 1,000 total attendees, the Grand Launches supports ASUS Business  Philippines’ commitment to expanding access to enterprise-grade AI for business technology. For ASUS Business, the message is clear: the next wave of AI adoption and  business-grade devices are not limited to one place. It is also taking shape in the regional  business hubs where companies are building, scaling, and competing for the future.

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Cebu Davao
Francis Avila, ASUS Business Philippines’ Head of Commercial 

Bringing Business-Grade Technology Closer to Fast-Growing Regional Businesses  

ASUS brought its flagship business laptop, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra, to Cebu and Davao  as part of its continued regional expansion and commitment to making its latest business grade devices more accessible in key regional markets. 

As businesses in Visayas and Mindanao continue to expand, the demand for reliable, high performance technology that can support increasingly sophisticated workplaces is also  growing. Bringing business-grade devices like ASUS ExpertBook Ultra closer to these  markets allows regional businesses to experience the products firsthand, and explore  solutions suited to their needs.

The tour kicked off in Cebu City on September 7 and 8, where more than 600 attendees filled the NUSTAR Resort Cebu. The Cebu launch was hosted by veteran broadcast  journalist and ASUS Business Brand Ambassador Rico Hizon alongside co-host Andi  Pateña-Mateu, featuring a special performance by Jacky Chang.  

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Cebu Davao
(From left to right): Marro Ventura, National Sales Manager; Francis Avila, Head of Commercial; Neilbert Tan, Channel and  Territory Account Sales (Mindanao); and Liang Chen, Country Product Manager of Commercial Notebook 

The tour continued in Davao on September 11, bringing more than 500 attendees together  at Dusit D2 for the regional close. The event was hosted by Claire Lara, with a special performance by Aila Santos. 

Both launches opened with an Expert Class Forum featuring sales training, a product  showcase, and an exclusive first look at the ASUS Business product roadmap and upcoming programs. The event was followed by the Grand Launch, where guests witnessed live durability demonstrations, local dance performances, and a Gala Night that brought together business leaders for an evening of networking and celebration.

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Cebu Davao

Together, the Cebu and Davao launches mark an important step in ASUS Business  Philippines’ regional expansion, bringing business-grade devices and support closer to the  companies and professionals shaping the future of Visayas and Mindanao.

ASUS Business Brand Ambassador Rico Hizon leads the Cebu Launch as  Host  

(from left to right) Rico Hizon, ASUS Business Philippines Brand Ambassador and Andi Pateña-Mateu, Co-Host of the  ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Grand Launch in Cebu

The Cebu Grand Launch also marked a significant moment for ASUS Business Philippines  Brand Ambassador Rico Hizon, who took on the role of host for the launch. 

As a veteran broadcast journalist and business consultant, Hizon brings 38 years of  experience covering some of the world’s most consequential business stories.  

The launch also featured a special “Murphy’s Law” video featuring ASUS Business  ambassadors Gabbi Garcia and Rico Hizon for memorable demonstration of the ASUS  ExpertBook Ultra’s durability and resilience. Together, they took on “Murphy’s Law”—the  idea that anything that can go wrong, will go wrong—putting the flagship business laptop  through a series of unexpected challenges and proving that even when things go wrong, the  ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is built to keep going.

Watch the Video: Rico Hizon and Gabbi Garcia Beats Murphy’s Law with ASUS  ExpertBook Ultra 

Hizon represents the kind of modern business leader the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is built to  support: veteran executives who are constantly connected and navigating a professional  landscape where portable devices, durability, business-grade security is becoming an  increasingly important part of everyday work. 

The Flagship AI PC Built for Modern Business 

Boldy positioned as “The Flagship of the Industry. Period.” the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra weighs as little as 0.99kg and measures just 10.9mm thin. It combines an ultra-portable  form factor with up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra X9 Series 3 processor, a dedicated NPU  delivering 50 TOPS and up to 180 total platform TOPS. 

As a certified Copilot+ PC, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra also features built-in AI features  such as ASUS MyExpert. With Military-Grade durability and up to 26 hours of battery life, it’s designed to withstand the demands of frequent business travel and support executives professionals who are constantly on the move.  

No Price Increase: ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Retains Its ₱129,995 Introductory Price  

Despite widespread price increases across the PC market, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra  maintains its introductory price of ₱129,995.  

The decision reinforces ASUS’ aim to make its latest business technology more accessible  to Philippine enterprises, SMBs, and professionals, particularly as businesses increasingly  look to AI-powered business-grade devices to improve productivity and stay competitive.

Limited-Time Offer until October 18, 2026: Save Up to ₱6,000 on ASUS  ExpertBook Ultra + FREE ASUS GaN Charger 

Customers who purchase the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra from the official ASUS ExpertBook Stores on Shopee and Lazada can enjoy up to ₱6,000 in savings, plus a free ASUS 100W  GaN charger. 

The promotional offer is available until 11:59 PM on October 18, 2026. DTI Fair Trade Permit  No. FTEB-266989, Series of 2026. 

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra (B9406CAA) – Specifications 

CPU Up to Intel® Core Ultra X9-388H processor with up to 50 TOPS NPU (Total 180 TOPS)
GPU Intel® Arc™ B390 
Memory Up to 64GB LPDDR5x, 8533 MT/s 
Storage Up to 2 TB M.2 PCIe®5.0 SSD 
Display 14.0-inch, Tandem OLED, WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) 16:10, Anti-glare display, Touch  screen with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® and Corning® Gorilla™ Matte, 600nits  (1400nits HDR peak brightness)
14.0-inch, Polymer OLED, WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) 16:10, Anti-glare display, Touch  screen with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® and Corning® Gorilla™ Matte, 450nits  (1000nits HDR peak brightness)
Battery 70 Wh, 4-cell, Li-Polymer 
Weight Starts from 0.99kg 
Dimensions 31.09 x 21.28 x 1.09 cm 
Wireless Triple-band 2×2 WiFi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth® 6.0 
I/O Ports Left side:  1 x Thunderbolt™4 Type-C (supports 4K display, USB PD3.0 )  1 x USB3.2 Gen2 Type-A  1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS  1 x 3.5 mm combo audio jack  Right side:  1 x Thunderbolt™4 Type-C (supports 4K display, USB PD3.0)  1 x USB3.2 Gen2 Type-A 
Security ASUS ExpertGuardian & NIST SP 800-193 Compliance, ASUS Security Processor, Dual  Self-healing BIOS ROM, Discrete TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2), Microsoft Pluton, Match-on Chip Fingerprint, Windows Hello IR, Physical Webcam Shield, Chassis Intrusion Alert.
Color Morn Grey (Flagship color) and Jet Fog
OS Up to Windows 11 Pro (Windows 11 Home available in retail)

Where to Buy the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra in the Philippines  

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is available starting at ₱129,995 in ASUS Concept Store SM City  Fairview, ASUS Concept Store SM Dasmarinas, Villman Stores and ASUS ExpertBook  Stores in Lazada and Shopee.  

• Where to Buy ASUS ExpertBook Ultra: https://ph.asus.click/ExpertBookUltra WheretoBuy

• ASUS ExpertBook Store – Lazada: https://ph.asus.click/ASUSExpertBookStoreLazada

• ASUS ExpertBook Store – Shopee: https://ph.asus.click/ASUSExpertBookStoreShopee

Trusted by IT Experts. Built for Worry-Free Business.  

Visit the ASUS Business Website, contact your nearest ASUS Business authorized reseller,  or fill out the Volume Purchase Form for Volume Purchases for business orders.

ADVT.

This article is brought to you by ASUS Philippines 

TOPICS: ASUS ExpertBook Ultra, ASUS Philippines, BrandRoom
TAGS: ASUS ExpertBook Ultra, ASUS Philippines, BrandRoom

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