Pixelmator
Acquisition in 2024
Pixelmator is a professional-grade image-editing application for Mac and iPad. It offers a comprehensive suite of painting tools, templates, color enhancements, retouching features, and effects. The application leverages Core Image and OpenGL technologies for efficient image processing.
SourceDNA
Acquisition in 2021
SourceDNA, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2011. It specializes in application store intelligence, offering tools that automatically scan iOS and Android apps to track software development kit (SDK) market share and generate sales leads. The company provides a platform called Searchlight, which enables users to analyze and monitor applications for security vulnerabilities and quality issues. Additionally, SourceDNA's analytics software acts as a code watchdog, identifying coding problems across various platforms, including mobile, desktop, and embedded systems. This functionality helps developers and service providers understand how their code is being utilized and allows them to make informed decisions regarding security and compliance.
Fleetsmith
Acquisition in 2020
Fleetsmith, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in cloud-based management software for Apple devices, including Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2014, Fleetsmith offers an automated platform that simplifies various IT processes for organizations, enabling them to manage applications, settings, and security across their device fleets. The software supports tasks such as automatic device setup, inventory management, patching, and security enforcement. It also includes features for updating applications, managing user accounts, upgrading operating systems, and tracking device compliance from a centralized location. Fleetsmith has gained traction among small and midsize businesses and is trusted by notable companies like Robinhood and Segment. As of June 2020, Fleetsmith operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
The Dark Sky Company
Acquisition in 2020
The Dark Sky Company focuses on advanced weather forecasting and visualization through its mobile application. The platform utilizes cutting-edge technology to provide precise predictions of precipitation, including rain and snow, at specific locations and down to the minute. This allows users to plan their activities effectively based on accurate weather information, complemented by visually appealing weather representations.
Shazam Entertainment
Acquisition in 2017
Shazam Entertainment Limited is a technology company focused on music discovery through its flagship application, Shazam. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in London, the company enables users to discover, explore, and share music and television content via its mobile application, available on iOS, Android, and Windows platforms, as well as on MAC and Windows PCs. Shazam has established strategic alliances with several media companies, including iHeartMedia and Cumulus, to enhance its offerings and reach. The company operates additional offices in major cities, including New York City, Redwood City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Chicago, and North Sydney, Australia. Since September 2018, Shazam Entertainment has functioned as a subsidiary of Apple Operations Europe.
FlyBy Media
Acquisition in 2016
FlyBy Media is a venture-backed company that specializes in the development of augmented reality games and mobile social applications designed to integrate the physical world with digital content. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, the company is composed of a team of mobile industry entrepreneurs and computer vision scientists. FlyBy Media focuses on creating innovative technologies that enhance real-world experiences rather than replacing them. Its products cater to mobile platforms, including iPhone and Android devices, as well as traditional game consoles, emphasizing the connection between real-life interactions and digital experiences.
Perceptio
Acquisition in 2015
Perceptio is a startup developing technology to let companies run advanced artificial intelligence systems on smartphones without needing to share as much user data. Perceptio is developing "deep learning" technology for smartphones, that allows phones to independently identify images without relying on external data libraries
VocalIQ
Acquisition in 2015
VocalIQ Limited is a company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing a platform for voice interfaces aimed at voice-enabling devices and applications. Founded in March 2011, VocalIQ emerged from technology developed by the Spoken Dialogue Systems Group at the University of Cambridge. Its voice interface solutions are utilized across a variety of sectors, including smartphones, robots, automobiles, call centers, and gaming. As of October 2015, VocalIQ operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Camel Audio
Acquisition in 2015
Camel Audio is a music technology company based in Edinburgh, UK, specializing in the development of innovative software and applications for music production. The company is renowned for its flagship products, including the Free Alchemy Player VST/AU plugin and the Free Alchemy iOS App. Camel Audio focuses on creating professional audio plugins that balance flexibility and ease of use, with its full version of Alchemy software offering over 1000 sounds and a variety of advanced features such as additive and spectral resynthesis. This powerful engine has made it a popular choice among audio creators seeking unique sound manipulation capabilities. Camel Audio's products have received multiple accolades, including Electronic Musicians Best Soft Synth in 2010 and the Key Buy Award for Alchemy. Notable artists such as Orbital, Sasha, BT, Coldcut, Peter Gabriel, Danny Elfman, and Hans Zimmer have utilized Camel Audio's offerings in their work.
Prss is a digital publishing company founded in 2013 by the creators of Trvl, one of the first iPad-exclusive newsstand magazines. The company developed an open platform that allows any iPad magazine publisher to create and distribute digital publications easily. Prss offers a web-based tool that is intuitive and free, enabling publishers to design and publish magazines from anywhere. The platform builds on the expertise of its founders, who previously gained recognition for their award-winning photo-rich design and innovative approach to digital storytelling in Trvl. By focusing on user-friendly tools, Prss aims to empower publishers to reach their audiences effectively in the digital space.
Concept.io
Acquisition in 2014
Concept.io, founded by seasoned entrepreneurs, develops Swell Radio, a personalized audio news streaming app for iOS users. It curates content based on user preferences and habits, aiming to connect individuals with informative ideas efficiently, thereby enhancing productivity during downtime. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms.
Embark
Acquisition in 2013
Embark is a mobile application designed to make it easy to get around cities using mass transit. Among other features, the iOS and Android application tells users when trains and busses are coming and will send push notifications when services are delayed. With over half a million users and rapid growth, Embark's simple and powerful mobile application is designed to bring urban transportation into the age of the smartphone. Embark is available for twelve major transportation systems in the US and the UK and is expanding rapidly. Embark won best transit and mobility app awards from the New York MTA App Quest and NYC Big Apps 3.0 contests.
Catch.com
Acquisition in 2013
Catch.com (formerly Snaptic) is a market leader for Android smartphones and tablets. Millions have downloaded our mobile apps, including Catch Notes, AK Notepad and Compass. Our mobile apps also run on iOS and the web, and we are just getting started. Catch.com was founded in 2008 and is on the cusp of a seismic shift driven by growth in smartphone use -- reinventing how people interact, collaborate and discover what’s important to them.
MOG Inc. is a music media company founded in June 2005 by David Hyman, who previously served as CEO of Gracenote. The company aims to enhance the music listening experience through its on-demand streaming service, which offers access to a vast library of over 14 million songs from more than a million albums. MOG's platform is available across multiple devices, including mobile apps for iPhone and Android, desktop applications for Mac and Windows, and streaming devices like Roku and Sonos. It is recognized for its user-friendly interface, discovery features, and high audio quality. Additionally, MOG operates The MOG Music Network, a leading platform for music content online and the largest advertising network focused on music, attracting over 60 million unique visitors monthly. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, MOG has attracted investments from notable firms and individuals, including Menlo Ventures and Rick Rubin, who serves on its Board of Directors.
Anobit Technologies
Acquisition in 2011
Anobit Technologies is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in the development of solutions for the Flash memory market. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Pituach, Israel, the company focused on optimizing Flash memory devices, particularly NAND flash memory chips. Its innovative technology enhances the performance, speed, endurance, and efficiency of these storage solutions, which are integral to various consumer electronics, including iPhones, iPads, and iPods. Anobit's advancements enable clients to achieve improved performance while reducing costs associated with flash storage systems. In December 2011, Anobit Technologies was acquired by Apple, further integrating its technology into Apple's product ecosystem.
Siri is a virtual personal assistant developed by Apple, incorporated as a feature in iPhones starting with the 4S model. Originally created by SRI International, Siri was spun off as a separate company, Siri, Inc., in 2007, which launched a personal assistant application in 2010. Apple acquired Siri, Inc. later that year, and in 2011, the technology was officially integrated into the iPhone 4S. Siri is designed to answer questions, make recommendations, and perform various tasks by connecting to a range of internet services. The assistant can execute a wide array of user commands, including making phone calls, checking information, scheduling events and reminders, managing device settings, and searching the web. Additionally, Siri interacts with iOS-integrated applications to provide personalized responses and enhance user experience.
Quattro Wireless
Acquisition in 2010
Quattro Wireless is a business that specializes in mobile advertising. It operates as part of Apple's iAd platform, enabling advertisers to reach millions of iPhone and iPod touch users worldwide through engaging ads within their favorite apps. The company focuses on combining the emotional impact of TV advertising with the interactivity of web-based ads, offering a powerful way for advertisers to connect with mobile audiences. As of September 30, Quattro Wireless exclusively supports ads for the iAd Network.
Init.ai is a developer of a conversational application development platform that simplifies the creation of AI-driven and natural language conversational apps. The platform is designed to enable companies to build standalone, platform-agnostic applications that do not require downloads. Utilizing advanced machine learning techniques, Init.ai’s technology is trained on data rather than explicitly programmed, improving its performance as it encounters more training examples. The platform offers a comprehensive solution that integrates messaging, business logic, and third-party APIs, making it easier for organizations to deploy conversational applications powered by artificial intelligence and natural language processing. Init.ai was acquired by Apple.
RAC7 is a small independent game studio based in Vancouver, Canada. The company developed the Apple Arcade title Sneaky Sasquatch and has released other titles such as Dark Echo and Splitter Critters.