Acer, after refuting rumors about plans to phase out of the tablet PC and smartphone markets, has adjusted strategies for its tablet PC business and will focus on a Windows-based model in the future, while Asustek Computer will continue to put its focus on Android-based models and is currently evaluating Windows 8-based models, according to sources from upstream supply chain.

At CES 2012, Acer reportedly will showcase its 10.1-inch Tegra 3-based A700 tablet PC with a resolution of 1920 by 1080, a weight of only 650g and a battery longevity of 10 hours.

Meanwhile, Asustek is set to launch a 7-inch tablet PC featuring solution from Qualcomm and has outsourced the device's orders to Wistron with Asustek's Padfone is set to make an appearance in early March with both models to feature Android operating system.

As for Windows 8 model, due to Wintel platform's high cost, Asustek is more willing to develop product based on Windows on ARM (WoA) platform, but since Microsoft is also expected to take a tough stance on reducing its license fee, Asustek is still in the middle of evaluating a Windows 8 tablet PC. 

Source:digitimes