Facebook's History Of Huge Product Launches That Go Nowhere

Some have worked out, many have not.

After a huge launch for "Facebook Home," an Android launcher that takes over your phone, we decided to look back at some of Facebook's failed products.

Facebook Home is a clever attempt by Facebook to subvert Google's world-leading smartphone platform. Facebook's announcement made Facebook Home look like a promising alternative to the stock Android design for people that really love Facebook.

Before we get too swept away with Facebook Home, there's reason for caution. Facebook has made a lot of big announcements, but they often fizzle out later on.