Asus: The Company That Gave Up on Tablets But Kept Making Them
Asus, once known for its innovative Eee Pad Transformer tablets, struggled to maintain momentum against Apple and Samsung. After a series of experimental products and a failed partnership with Intel, the company exited the tablet market in 2019 to focus on smartphones and AI. Surprisingly, Asus returned in 2026 with the Asus Pad, but its past history suggests the new device has a steep hill to climb to succeed.
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