# iPad Challengers Asus Eee Pad Tablet Computers Use Flash and Run Windows 7 By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-06-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-eee-pad References: [islate.org](http://www.islate.org/index.php/2010/06/02/asus-eee-pad-ep101tc-ep121-e-reader-tablets/) & [physorg](http://www.physorg.com/news194508186.html) In response to the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-pad-3) iPad and to an e-reader and tablet released by Acer, Asustek Computer has announced that the Asus Eee pad tablet computers to be released in the first quarter of 2011 will run on the Windows 7 operating system. Asustek is the first to offer a tablet using [Microsoft's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a5-x2-manta) Windows 7 software. The Asus Eee Pad EP101TC is a 10" model that will use a compact version of Windows 7 OS; the more powerful 12" model, the Eee Pad EP121, will compete with laptops and will run Windows 7 Home Premium on an [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-nuc-14-pro-ai) CULV (Consumer Ultra Low Voltage) Core 2 Duo processor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Windows Tablets:** Asus's Eee Pad Tablet Computers offer a new option for Windows-based tablets that can rival the iPad. - **Hybrid Devices:** Asus's Eee Pad Tablet Computers are designed to do double duty as both a tablet and laptop, offering new options for hybrid devices. - **Flash Storage:** Asus's Eee Pad Tablet Computers use Flash storage as an alternative to traditional hard drives for better efficiency and speed. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** Tech companies that create devices and software can benefit from developing more Windows-based tablets. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronic companies that are looking to release more hybrid device options. - **Data Storage:** Companies that provide Flash storage technology can take advantage of the trend towards using Flash over traditional hard drives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Large-Screen Android Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oscal-pad-18.md) - [Sleek Compact Tablet Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumer-electronics-portfolio.md) - [Laptop-Like E Paper Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boox-tab-x-c.md) - [Entry-Level Creative Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromebook-tab-510.md) - [Travel-Focused Compact Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matepad-11.md) - [E-Ink Display Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-nuc-14-pro-ai.md) - [Flagship-Inspired Budget Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-iconia-x12.md) - [Flagship Productivity Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-pad-3.md) - [Enterprise-Ready Business Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-chromebook-enterprise-tab-510.md)