HTC makes no promises for new tablets

The Evo 4G was one of only three Android tablets sold by HTC.

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HTC doesn't plan on announcing a new Android-based tablet for the United States any time soon, according to statements directly from the Taiwanese company.

Calling its previous efforts (HTC Flyer, Evo View 4G, and HTC Jetstream) its "first foray", HTC indicates it was pleased with results. In a written statement provided to CNET, Jeff Gordon, HTC's global online communications manager suggests that the company has not completely ruled out a return to market.

HTC is pleased with the results of our first foray into tablets--the HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G, and HTC Jetstream--and like any products in the mobile space that were release some time ago, our tablets have run through their planned lifecycles. We're continuing to watch the tablet market very, very closely for the right opportunity to re-enter in a way in which we're not just offering a "me too" tablet, but a product that's compelling, differentiated, and inspiring to our customers.

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