A small app store, being late to market, and features that appealed to heavy Amazon users led to Amazon Fire’s demise in 2015 after one year on the market.
BlackBerry
Excessive focus on enterprise over consumer tastes and preferences led to it’s downfall in 2016. At its height, BlackBerry controlled 45% of the cellphone market.
Barnes & Noble Nook
In 2014, the Nook wasn’t enticing to developers so the number of apps was limited and they weren’t able to market beyond the bookstore mindset.
Apple Newton
In 1997, the high price and early problems with its handwriting recognition feature limited Apple Newton’s sales.
Google Glass
In 2018, Google Glass lacked the “cool” factor; concerns about price, safety, and privacy.
Compaq
Compaq’s risky acquisition of DEC as well as price wars with Dell and Intel led to it’s downfall in 2002.
Nintendo Power Glove
In 1989, controls for the glove were obtuse, making it impractical for almost every game.
SnapChat Spectacles
In 2017, had too niche of usage since users could only share content with the SnapChat app and not via cell phones.
Ford Pinto
In 1978, the Ford Pinto bursted into flames if its gas tank was ruptured in a collision.
Flint Tropics
Will Ferrell’s team in the movie Semi-Pro from 2008; failed to secure a spot in the NBA.