# Tablet Wars The ASUSTeK Eee Pad Gives the iPad a Bit of Competition By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-06-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asustek-eee-pad References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/31/asus-eee-pad-ep101tc-and-ep121-hands-on/) & [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/05/31/asus-eee-pad-ipad-competi_n_595243.html) With the growing popularity of [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-a16-bionic)’s newest [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninthgeneration-ipad), [ASUS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-flow-z13) has developed some counter-measures with their upcoming tablet—the ASUSTeK Eee Pad. Coming in ten or 12-inch screens, this gadget runs on the Android operating system and will run from $399 to $449. The larger screen and more affordable price tag however, are not the only factors making the ASUSTeK Eee Pad seem appealing. This tablet also accommodates Flash support, a feature the iPad lacked which turned many Apple fans away. Check out the sneak peek of the ASUSTeK Eee Pad in the featured gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Growing Popularity of Tablets:** The rise in tablet usage presents opportunities for companies to develop innovative and competitive tablet devices. - **Increased Android Tablet Options:** The variety of Android tablets on the market offers opportunities for businesses to tap into the growing demand for non-iOS tablet alternatives. - **Flash Support in Tablets:** The inclusion of Flash support in tablets opens up possibilities for developers to create interactive and multimedia-rich content for tablet users. ### Where This Applies - **Technology Hardware:** The technology hardware industry can capitalize on the growing popularity of tablets by developing and manufacturing innovative tablet devices with unique features. - **Operating Systems:** The operating systems industry can explore opportunities to optimize and customize Android for tablets, offering a seamless user experience and differentiating from iOS. - **Content Creation and Development:** The content creation and development industry can leverage the inclusion of Flash support in tablets to create engaging and interactive multimedia experiences for tablet users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Affordable Large-Screen Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-tab-s10-fe.md) - [Flagship-Inspired Budget Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-iconia-x12.md) - [Large Format Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ktc-inch-android-display.md) - [Affordable New-Generation Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-a16-bionic.md) - [Laptop-Like E Paper Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boox-tab-x-c.md) - [Full-Size E-Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanvon-n10-e-ink-tablet.md) - [Large E-Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nxtpaper-14-pro.md) - [Sleek Compact Tablet Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumer-electronics-portfolio.md) - [AI-Powered Android Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-magicpad-2.md)