In an intriguing fusion of fashion and technology, streetwear aficionados and tech enthusiasts have something new to salivate over.
BAPE, a name synonymous with avant-garde street fashion, has partnered with tech powerhouse Asus to unveil the BAPE x Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED.
The collaboration brings forth BAPE’s distinctive style: the legendary camo and iconic monkey character sit pretty on the laptop’s exterior. This isn’t just a cursory design choice either. Asus says it needed to use over 20 design techniques and using 14 distinct shades to achieve this vibrant texture and finish.
Potential buyers have a choice between two elegant colorways: a refined silver and blue or a more audacious black and green combo. And while the design is certainly a focal point, Asus says the internals are nothing short of top-tier. The laptop is outfitted with the latest 13th Gen Intel Core processors (available in both i5 or i7 variants), supported by a decent 16GB RAM and a spacious 1TB SSD.
The display and audio components are equally impressive. The Vivobook boasts a sharp 15.6-inch 120Hz OLED panel, which, impressively, is Pantone-validated for color accuracy. Complementing this is a state-of-the-art audio system featuring dual Harman Kardon speakers and immersive Dolby Atmos 3D surround sound.
To sweeten the deal for BAPE enthusiasts anyway, the laptop is accompanied by exclusive merch: a collectible BAPE monkey figurine, a specially-designed carry bag, and a mouse — all in the brand’s signature camo print. Additionally, users will find a dynamic camo wallpaper and a sticker set, perfect for those who love personalizing their tech.
For those marking their calendars, the BAPE x Asus Vivobook is now available for pre-order at AED5,000. Shipping is anticipated to start early next month. Further details can be found on Asus’s official website.