Examples of failed products/startups?

I would like to hear the stories of startups that created a software product of any category that didn't take off for the simple reason that no one wanted it. One of the examples could be Microsoft Bob. Can you please share a similar story?

Failure

asked Mar 6 '10 at 06:24

Alex Radzie
40 points

Alex - not sure why you got down-voted but it would be helpful for you to say your reasons for asking. Otherwise it sounds a bit voyeuristic... – Steve Wilkinson 14 years ago
There is no shortage of success stories on the internet. I just want to stay realistic and see the flip side. – Alex Radzie 14 years ago

3 Answers

Check TC's Deadpool section

answered Mar 6 '10 at 06:58

Rahul
1,612 points

Be Inc, that created Be OS. I used to work for a company with ex-Be CEO

answered Mar 10 '10 at 16:02

Output Logic
341 points

Apple is a great candidate for answering this question because so many people think of Apple as the 'can't miss' company that always wins. Not true!

Here's a great article on Top 10 Apple Products that flopped.

answered Mar 11 '10 at 03:23

Keith De Long
5,091 points