Qualcomm Ventures

Qualcomm Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Qualcomm Incorporated, established in 2000. As a global investor, it targets early‑stage technology companies across the wireless ecosystem and related fields, including mobile, AI, IoT, cybersecurity, cloud, AR/VR, robotics, healthcare, and smart infrastructure. Qualcomm Ventures leverages Qualcomm’s resources, relationships, and technical expertise to help portfolio companies grow. The firm oversees a portfolio of more than 150 active companies and has supported numerous exits exceeding a billion dollars, reflecting its alignment with Qualcomm’s core products and strategic markets.

Sachin Deshpande

Senior Director of Product Management

Michel Glezer

Managing Director

Tushar Gupta

Investor

Carlos Kokron

Vice President

Ilhwan Kwon

Senior Investment Manager

Past deals in Android

RealWear

Series C in 2022
RealWear, Inc. is a provider of hands-free head-mounted tablets designed to facilitate digital transformation for industrial workers. Founded in 2015 and based in Vancouver, Washington, the company specializes in the HMT-1, a ruggedized wearable Android-class tablet that can be worn with an industrial helmet, allowing workers in fields such as energy, manufacturing, and automotive to access real-time information while keeping their hands free. RealWear's solutions enhance safety and productivity by enabling communication and information retrieval in challenging environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable firms including Atheer, Cisco, Qualcomm, ABB, and Beeware, and has delivered devices to numerous enterprise customers worldwide, including Shell, Goodyear, and BMW.

Wikitude

Acquisition in 2021
Wikitude GmbH is a prominent provider of augmented reality (AR) technology, specializing in solutions for smartphones, tablets, and digital eyewear. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Salzburg, Austria, with additional offices in Korneuburg and San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products, including the Wikitude SDK, which empowers developers to create AR applications, and cloud-based image recognition solutions. The Wikitude Studio Editor allows users to design AR experiences for various media, such as magazines and billboards, incorporating 3D models and videos. With around 100,000 registered developer accounts, Wikitude serves a diverse clientele that includes enterprises, brands, agencies, and Fortune 100 companies across multiple sectors, establishing itself as a leading independent AR platform. The company's technology enables real-time data overlay on images captured by device cameras, facilitating innovative AR projects for a wide range of applications.

Medisafe

Series C in 2021
Medisafe is a digital platform empowering patients to manage their medications effectively. It leverages data science to personalize patient engagement, improving medication adherence by up to 20% as proven in studies. With nearly 5 million users across various devices and an average app rating of 4.7 stars, Medisafe facilitates medication tracking, reminders, and insights for patients and healthcare providers.

HMD

Series A in 2020
HMD Global Oy is a Finnish company specializing in the design and manufacture of mobile devices under the Nokia brand. Incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Espoo, HMD offers a diverse range of products, including smartphones, Android phones, feature phones, and tablets, catering to various consumer needs and price points. As the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for mobile devices, HMD emphasizes innovation and quality in its offerings. The company aims to enhance connectivity and communication for users worldwide by combining functionality with the iconic design characteristics associated with Nokia. With a global presence, HMD is committed to meeting the evolving demands of consumers through its mobile technology solutions.

Huaqin Communication Technology

Series B in 2019
Huaqin specializes in the design, development, and production of smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and IoT products. As a global leader in ODM services, Huaqin partners with Google to ensure secure Android devices for customers worldwide.

RealWear

Series B in 2019
RealWear, Inc. is a provider of hands-free head-mounted tablets designed to facilitate digital transformation for industrial workers. Founded in 2015 and based in Vancouver, Washington, the company specializes in the HMT-1, a ruggedized wearable Android-class tablet that can be worn with an industrial helmet, allowing workers in fields such as energy, manufacturing, and automotive to access real-time information while keeping their hands free. RealWear's solutions enhance safety and productivity by enabling communication and information retrieval in challenging environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable firms including Atheer, Cisco, Qualcomm, ABB, and Beeware, and has delivered devices to numerous enterprise customers worldwide, including Shell, Goodyear, and BMW.

Reach Robotics UK (closed)

Series A in 2017
Reach Robotics Limited, founded in 2013 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, specialized in the development of gaming robots, with its flagship product being the MekaMon battlebot. The company aimed to merge robotics, gaming, and augmented reality, creating engaging entertainment platforms that brought video game characters to life. MekaMon was designed to be controlled via Bluetooth, Android, and iOS devices, allowing users to interact with the robot in various game modes. While its innovative approach positioned Reach Robotics at the forefront of consumer robotics, the company ultimately ceased operations.

Borqs Technologies

Series E in 2017
Borqs Technologies specializes in developing software solutions and products for Android-based smart connected devices. It offers customizable hardware products like trackers, smart watches, ruggedized handsets, tablets, and mobile connectivity modules. The company generates revenue primarily from hardware sales, with a significant portion coming from its key market, China.

Medisafe

Series B in 2017
Medisafe is a digital platform empowering patients to manage their medications effectively. It leverages data science to personalize patient engagement, improving medication adherence by up to 20% as proven in studies. With nearly 5 million users across various devices and an average app rating of 4.7 stars, Medisafe facilitates medication tracking, reminders, and insights for patients and healthcare providers.

AppsDaily

Series D in 2016
AppsDaily Solutions, established in Mumbai, India in 2008, specializes in developing mobile applications for platforms such as Android, Blackberry, Symbian, and Java phones. The company focuses on creating mobile protection and security applications that simplify the retail channel for mobile apps, offering services like mobile anti-virus, insurance, backup, privacy utilities, and games.

InnoPath

Acquisition in 2016
InnoPath is a developer of software focused on mobile device management services, catering primarily to wireless operators and mobile device manufacturers. The company's technology facilitates the remote connection, configuration, troubleshooting, and security of end-user mobile devices. Through its solutions, such as mobileUpdate and activeCare2, InnoPath enables operators and manufacturers to perform over-the-air updates, diagnostics, and repairs. This approach not only aids in avoiding device recalls and returns but also reduces the frequency of support calls and enhances the first call resolution for issues pertaining to Android and iOS devices. Ultimately, InnoPath's technology contributes to increased subscriber satisfaction by ensuring efficient support and care for mobile devices in a constantly connected environment.

MangoPlate

Series A in 2015
MangoPlate is a mobile application that provides personalized dining recommendations, enabling users to discover and share their favorite restaurants. The platform allows users to submit reviews and photos, as well as explore curated guides created by editors and influential bloggers. Available on both iOS and Android devices, MangoPlate utilizes a comprehensive database of restaurants and algorithms that consider various factors, including cuisine type, ratings, and geographical location, to deliver tailored suggestions. This approach helps users find new dining options that suit their preferences and enhances their overall culinary experience.

Bitbar

Series A in 2015
Bitbar, established in 2009 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in cloud-based mobile application testing solutions. It offers services such as automated testing on real Android and iOS devices, codeless test automation, and professional services like systems development, testing, consulting, and training. Bitbar caters to diverse industries including technology, gaming, retail, and finance, with notable clients like Facebook, Rovio, and Google. Its products include Testdroid Cloud, Testdroid Enterprise, Testdroid PrivateCloud, and Testdroid Recorder, aiming to streamline software delivery and reduce testing time.

AppsDaily

Series C in 2015
AppsDaily Solutions, established in Mumbai, India in 2008, specializes in developing mobile applications for platforms such as Android, Blackberry, Symbian, and Java phones. The company focuses on creating mobile protection and security applications that simplify the retail channel for mobile apps, offering services like mobile anti-virus, insurance, backup, privacy utilities, and games.

StarMaker Interactive

Series B in 2015
StarMaker Interactive Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company develops a mobile application that allows users to sing, record, and share music videos, facilitating content creation and talent discovery in the digital space. Its flagship applications, StarMaker and The Voice, provide users with access to music catalogs, as well as information on contests, auditions, music video releases, and artist interviews. By combining advanced recording studio technology with a wide-reaching online network, StarMaker empowers artists to manage their careers independently while integrating major media brands and recording artists into its platform. This approach supports the sharing and promotion of user-generated content, moving away from traditional entertainment models.

Navdy

Series A in 2015
Navdy, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in head-up display (HUD) solutions for vehicles. Founded in 2013, the company has developed an aftermarket car console that enhances the driving experience by allowing users to access their smartphone applications while maintaining focus on the road. The Navdy HUD connects to smartphones via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and is compatible with both iPhone and Android devices. It supports various applications, including Google Maps, notifications for text messages and calendar alerts, call control, and music player applications. By projecting important information onto the windshield, Navdy aims to improve driving safety and convenience, making it easier for drivers to stay connected without diverting their attention from the road. The company has established a strategic partnership with Harman International Industries to further enhance its offerings.

Chukong Technologies

Series E in 2014
Chukong Technologies is a mobile entertainment platform company headquartered in Beijing, China, with additional operations in Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei, and Menlo Park, California. Originally founded as CocoaChina.com, the largest iOS developer community in China, Chukong provides tools and resources aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for mobile content creators globally. The company is known for sponsoring and maintaining Cocos2d-x, a cross-platform open-source game engine that has gained significant traction, with over 1.1 million downloads in 150 countries and a presence in seven of the top ten grossing games in China. Complementing the game engine, Chukong has developed CocoStudio, a toolset that simplifies game design and animation. The company also operates an in-house development studio, which has produced several successful games, including the Fishing Joy franchise. Furthermore, under the CocoaChina brand, Chukong collaborates with international developers to help them navigate the Chinese mobile gaming market, offering services that encompass game design feedback, monetization strategies, and localization assistance. With a portfolio that boasts over 1 billion monthly game sessions and 63 million active users, Chukong continues to explore opportunities for both Chinese and international developers.

Lifx

Series A in 2014
LIFX, founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, is a manufacturer of Wi-Fi-enabled, multi-colored LED light bulbs that revolutionized smart lighting. The company offers innovative products that allow users to control their lighting through free iOS or Android applications, providing access to over a million colors. Designed for durability, LIFX bulbs are built to last over 22 years and are energy-efficient, making them an attractive choice for consumers looking to reduce electricity consumption. LIFX products seamlessly integrate with various smart home devices, offering a convenient solution for creating a connected home experience without the need for additional hardware.

CooTek

Series C in 2014
Founded in 2008, CooTek is a global mobile internet company specializing in innovative mobile apps and artificial intelligence technology. Its flagship product, TouchPal Keyboard, offers superior input experiences for Android and iPhone users. CooTek's content-rich apps span fitness, lifestyle, healthcare, news, short videos, and entertainment verticals, serving over 213 million monthly active users worldwide. Headquartered in Shanghai with offices across Asia and Silicon Valley, CooTek holds over 170 patents globally.

Konotor

Seed Round in 2014
Konotor is a user engagement platform based in Chennai, India, that specializes in facilitating two-way communication between mobile application users and businesses. The platform enhances user interaction by providing a rich messaging inbox, along with segmentation capabilities and event-driven messaging tools. This allows businesses to engage with their users in a personalized and contextual manner, effectively addressing marketing, re-engagement, feedback, and customer support needs. Available for both iOS and Android, Konotor aims to improve user experience and foster stronger relationships between businesses and their mobile application users. As of December 2015, Konotor operates as a subsidiary of Freshdesk Inc.

AppsDaily

Series B in 2014
AppsDaily Solutions, established in Mumbai, India in 2008, specializes in developing mobile applications for platforms such as Android, Blackberry, Symbian, and Java phones. The company focuses on creating mobile protection and security applications that simplify the retail channel for mobile apps, offering services like mobile anti-virus, insurance, backup, privacy utilities, and games.

StarMaker Interactive

Series A in 2013
StarMaker Interactive Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company develops a mobile application that allows users to sing, record, and share music videos, facilitating content creation and talent discovery in the digital space. Its flagship applications, StarMaker and The Voice, provide users with access to music catalogs, as well as information on contests, auditions, music video releases, and artist interviews. By combining advanced recording studio technology with a wide-reaching online network, StarMaker empowers artists to manage their careers independently while integrating major media brands and recording artists into its platform. This approach supports the sharing and promotion of user-generated content, moving away from traditional entertainment models.

Magisto

Series B in 2013
Magisto is a cloud-based video creation and marketing platform that enables users to turn photos and video clips into polished movies. Its AI-driven Emotion Sense Technology analyzes footage to identify people, scenes, and actions and automatically edits clips into a cohesive story, applying customizable styles and music. The service is accessible on iOS, Android, Amazon Appstore, and Web. Founded in 2009, Magisto is based in Ness-Ziona, Israel, with offices in New York and California. The platform serves individuals and businesses by helping them create engaging videos quickly for personal sharing or marketing purposes.

Lookout

Series E in 2013
Lookout, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in cloud-based technology solutions for mobile security. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in major cities worldwide, Lookout offers a range of products including mobile security apps for both Android and iOS devices. Its solutions encompass Mobile Threat Protection, a Mobile Intelligence Center for real-time threat investigations, and an App Vetting API designed to secure enterprise and commercial app stores. By providing organizations with tools to enable bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies, ensure compliance, and combat advanced mobile threats, Lookout empowers enterprises and individuals to safeguard their sensitive data across devices, applications, networks, and clouds. The company's platform is trusted by various enterprises, government agencies, and millions of consumers, allowing them to manage their data securely and efficiently.

Bitbar

Venture Round in 2013
Bitbar, established in 2009 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in cloud-based mobile application testing solutions. It offers services such as automated testing on real Android and iOS devices, codeless test automation, and professional services like systems development, testing, consulting, and training. Bitbar caters to diverse industries including technology, gaming, retail, and finance, with notable clients like Facebook, Rovio, and Google. Its products include Testdroid Cloud, Testdroid Enterprise, Testdroid PrivateCloud, and Testdroid Recorder, aiming to streamline software delivery and reduce testing time.

Dexetra

Series A in 2013
Dexetra is a company focused on enhancing life experiences through innovative mobile applications. It is currently developing an Android application designed to help users capture various life events using their smartphones, effectively creating a digital journal that allows for easy searchability and organization of personal experiences. Additionally, the application incorporates analytics features that provide insights into call patterns throughout the day. With a commitment to augmenting human memory and facilitating self-discovery, Dexetra aims to create tools that support personal growth and improved daily living.

HeyZap

Series B in 2012
Heyzap Inc. is a mobile advertising and developer tools company based in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2009, it specializes in offering a range of services including mediation, publishing, and advertising solutions tailored for mobile developers. Heyzap's technology supports various platforms such as Android, iPhone, iPad, and Amazon Fire, allowing both established app producers and indie developers to effectively monetize their applications. The company's software development kit (SDK) enables users to discover apps while providing developers the means to maximize revenue through effective user acquisition and cross-promotion. In 2016, Heyzap became a subsidiary of Fyber GmbH, further enhancing its capabilities in the mobile advertising space.

Playnery

Series A in 2012
Playnery is a South Korean game development company founded in October 2007 in Seoul. The company specializes in creating multiplatform 3D social online games characterized by high-quality graphical interfaces. Its notable product is Mother of Myth, a mobile action role-playing game that incorporates a card collecting system. Playnery aims to deliver a high-quality social gaming experience that is accessible across various platforms, allowing users to engage with friends regardless of the device they choose. The company leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance gameplay and foster social interaction among players.

CooTek

Series B in 2012
Founded in 2008, CooTek is a global mobile internet company specializing in innovative mobile apps and artificial intelligence technology. Its flagship product, TouchPal Keyboard, offers superior input experiences for Android and iPhone users. CooTek's content-rich apps span fitness, lifestyle, healthcare, news, short videos, and entertainment verticals, serving over 213 million monthly active users worldwide. Headquartered in Shanghai with offices across Asia and Silicon Valley, CooTek holds over 170 patents globally.

MoboTap

Series B in 2012
MoboTap is a smartphone app developer. They develop mobile applications, mobile cloud computing research, and services. They also develop mobile browsers for android and ios devices.

MightyText

Grant in 2012
MightyText is a technology company based in the Bay Area, California, founded by a team with experience from notable firms such as Google, Zynga, and Cisco. The company operates a messaging application that allows users to send and receive SMS and MMS messages as well as phone calls from their computers or tablets. By utilizing a user’s phone number, MightyText ensures that messages remain synchronized with the phone's SMS inbox, helping individuals manage their communications more efficiently and avoid missing important notifications. The platform leverages the capabilities of the Android operating system to enhance user experience and accessibility for consumers worldwide.

FatSkunk

Acquisition in 2012
FatSkunk is a technology company specializing in antivirus solutions, specifically focusing on mobile malware detection. The company provides innovative products and software designed to scan digital devices for infections and identify malware. Utilizing a unique approach based on physics rather than traditional heuristics or signatures, FatSkunk aims to enhance the effectiveness of malware detection, ensuring users can protect their devices from emerging threats.

Tango Me

Series C in 2012
Tango Me is an empower everyone to seize the magic of the moment through live streaming.

mAPPn

Series B in 2011
Mappn (机锋网/迈奔灵动) is a Chinese high-tech company focused on the application development, product operation, and user services of the Android mobile internet platforms. Mappn offers an Android app store “GFan Market,” the biggest vertical community “GFan Forum,” and Android hardware vertical portal “GFan.net, including strategic partners such as Physical space of China Telecom, American T-Mobile and other mobile terminal companies at home and abroad. In 2013, cross-platform mobile network game products self-developed by Mappn Technology Co., Ltd went online and gained operating income, further completing the business structure of the company's products.

Blinkbox Music

Venture Round in 2011
Blinkbox Music is an ad-supported music streaming service launched in 2007 and based in Oxford. It offers a platform for listeners to access a vast array of music through thematic radio stations, such as Top 40 Songs and Ultimate 80s Pop, or to create personalized stations starting from their favorite songs, artists, or genres. Users can enjoy Blinkbox Music for free via the web, as well as through mobile and tablet applications available on both Android and iOS devices. The service also allows users to save their favorite stations for offline listening, enhancing their music experience beyond an internet connection.

ThunderSoft

Venture Round in 2011
ThunderSoft is a China-based provider of operating system technologies and solutions, specializing in smart devices across various sectors including mobile, IoT, automotive, and enterprise. The company, headquartered in Beijing, delivers comprehensive operating system solutions for smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and mobile device management systems, among others. In addition to its core offerings, ThunderSoft provides services such as carrier certification, Android OS upgrades, application development, and OS customization. With over 30 research and development centers and offices across China and a global presence in countries such as Germany, Japan, and the United States, ThunderSoft has established strong partnerships with leading technology firms, enhancing its capacity to create high-quality intelligent devices.

AppsDaily

Series A in 2011
AppsDaily Solutions, established in Mumbai, India in 2008, specializes in developing mobile applications for platforms such as Android, Blackberry, Symbian, and Java phones. The company focuses on creating mobile protection and security applications that simplify the retail channel for mobile apps, offering services like mobile anti-virus, insurance, backup, privacy utilities, and games.

Viewdle

Series B in 2010
Viewdle is an independent company specializing in mobile-focused visual analysis. It leverages computer vision and recognition technologies to enhance user experiences across various sectors, including mobile gaming, social networking, social media, advertising, and marketing. Viewdle's offerings include SocialCamera for Android phones, which uses face recognition for photo-socializing, and ViewdleUploader for Facebook on desktop PCs, which facilitates face recognition-based photo tagging. Additionally, the company provides ViewdleSDK, a software development kit for augmented reality, video, and photo solutions across multiple device platforms. Viewdle's technology is developed by a global research and development team that includes nine PhDs.

modu

Venture Round in 2009
modu invented, developed and is manufacturing tiny modular phones that can be "modufied" by connecting them with sleek devices known as fys. These devices enhance the functionality of the phone so users can have the smallest possible phone while enjoying a full range of features whenever they want. The company was founded in 2007 by CEO Dov Moran, whose previous company, msystems, invented the USB Flash Drive (DiskOnKey) and sold to SanDisk for $1.6 billion. modu recently launched its smallest, most versatile phone yet: the modu T. At 7.5 cm long, it has been cited by Guinness World Records as the world's lightest touch phone. The modu T phone offers everything you want in a smartphone: 3.5G connectivity, GPS, access to social networks, texting, music functionality, a 2.2" touch screen and 2 GB of storage (expandable to 32 GB memory card). It also includes popular applications like YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, eBuddy, Google Search and more. This user-friendly phone can be adapted to be anything you want it to be: a tiny phone for your pocket or a personal media center. You can camerafy it, sportify it, boostify it or textify it, with more fy devices to come. Soon to be launched in various countries, the modu T offers superb call quality and an easy-to-use interface, and runs on Qualcomm's Brew operating system. Also soon to be launched is the long-awaited modu W. - an android based Wi-Fi device with 2.2" touch screen. The modu W is feature rich device with unlimited applications through the modu market. The device allows users to talk, get social, chat, browse the web, play games, watch videos, listen to music and much more.
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