Asus Confirms it Will 'No Longer' Make Android Smartphones as it Shifts Focus to AI

Asus Confirms it Will 'No Longer' Make Android Smartphones as it Shifts Focus to AI

Asus Exits Android Smartphone Market to Focus on AI In a definitive move that signals the end of an era, Asus has officially confirmed it will no longer develop new Android smartphones. The Taiwanese tech giant is shifting its full attention—and resources—toward artificial intelligence, with plans to invest heavily in AI-driven hardware like robotics, commercial PCs, and wearable AI glasses. For consumers wondering whether their ZenFone will still receive support, Asus says it will continue servicing existing users—but don’t expect any new models. Credit: Google This strategic pivot comes amid intensifying competition in the smartphone space and a global surge in AI innovation. Here’s what Asus’s exit means for the industry, its loyal users, and the future of consumer tech. Why Asus Is Walking Away From Smartphones For years, Asus carved out a niche in the Android market with its ZenFone series—especially through the high-performance ROG Phone line aimed at mobile gamers. Yet despite criti…