Asus won't make any new Android phones in 2026
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Key Points:
- Asus has indicated that it will not release new Android smartphones in 2026, with no upcoming devices planned for the Zenfone or ROG series.
- The company’s smartphone output has slowed, with only two models launched in 2025: the Zenfone 12 Ultra and the ROG Phone 9 series.
- Asus communicated to telecom channels that while no new phones are planned, maintenance, software updates, and warranty support for existing devices will continue.
- Despite the pause in new releases, Asus stated its smartphone operations will continue, leaving open the possibility of future device launches.
- The decision aligns with rising memory costs in 2026, but it remains uncertain if Asus will permanently exit the Android smartphone market.
