Qualcomm Ventures

Qualcomm Ventures, established in 2000, is the investment arm of Qualcomm Incorporated. Based in San Diego, California, it is a global corporate venture capital fund that invests in early-stage technology companies. With over $500 million initially committed and subsequent regional funds totaling over $300 million, Qualcomm Ventures focuses on sectors such as artificial intelligence, automotive, cloud, enterprise, internet of things, mobile, and extended reality. It seeks to generate strong returns while complementing Qualcomm's existing products and services, and often invests between $500,000 and $10 million at the expansion stage. Notable portfolio companies include 99 Taxis, Cruise Automation, and Fitbit.

Sachin Deshpande

Senior Director

Michel Glezer

Investment Director

Tushar Gupta

Managing Director, North America

Judd Heape

Vice President of Product Management

Carlos Kokron

Vice President and Managing Director of North America

Quinn Li

Senior Vice President and Global Head

Song Mao

Senior Investment Director

Akash Palkhiwala

CFO

Boaz Peer

Managing Director, Israel and Europe

Richard Tapalaga

Investment Director

Merav Weinryb

Vice President and Managing Director, Israel and Europe

Nan Zhou

Director

Nakul Duggal

Senior Vice President and General Manager, Automotive

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

Lumenuity

Seed Round in 2024
Lumenuity is a company focused on developing high-performance optics for smartphones, augmented reality, and other mobile systems. The firm specializes in hard-science optics, creating innovative camera lenses that enhance optical performance while maintaining compact sizes. Their products include an ultra zoom and telephoto lens designed for easy installation in mobile devices, complemented by sophisticated software calibration. This technology allows users to achieve DSLR-like image quality without the need for additional accessories, revolutionizing the mobile photography experience.

Frore Systems

Series C in 2024
Frore Systems is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Taiwan and South Korea. It specializes in the development of advanced thermal solutions for consumer devices, focusing on active cooling technologies. The company's flagship products, AirJet® Mini and AirJet® Pro, utilize piezoelectric MEMS technology to provide efficient and silent heat dissipation. These cooling chips significantly enhance device performance and offer a solid-state alternative to traditional fans, setting new benchmarks for the computing industry. Frore Systems aims to improve the overall user experience by enabling device manufacturers to implement high-performance cooling solutions in their products.

Humane

Series C in 2023
Humane Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a technology company specializing in the development and sale of consumer hardware, software, and services. Its mission is to create innovative, user-centric products that are intuitive, natural, and humane, fostering a seamless connection between people and technology.

Frore Systems

Series C in 2022
Frore Systems is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Taiwan and South Korea. It specializes in the development of advanced thermal solutions for consumer devices, focusing on active cooling technologies. The company's flagship products, AirJet® Mini and AirJet® Pro, utilize piezoelectric MEMS technology to provide efficient and silent heat dissipation. These cooling chips significantly enhance device performance and offer a solid-state alternative to traditional fans, setting new benchmarks for the computing industry. Frore Systems aims to improve the overall user experience by enabling device manufacturers to implement high-performance cooling solutions in their products.

Humane

Series B in 2021
Humane Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a technology company specializing in the development and sale of consumer hardware, software, and services. Its mission is to create innovative, user-centric products that are intuitive, natural, and humane, fostering a seamless connection between people and technology.

Simply

Series D in 2021
Simply’s mission is to make the pursuit of creative hobbies simple and fun for all. Our top-grossing apps Simply Piano, Simply Guitar, and Simply Sing, put us on the fast track to building the world’s largest global consumer subscription business for creative hobbies in music & beyond. With over a million monthly downloads and hundreds of thousands of daily learners around the world, we're reinventing the way we spend our time at home together.

boAt

Series B in 2021
boAt is a lifestyle brand that deals with fashionable consumer electronics including earphones, headphones, speakers, travel chargers, and premium rugged cables. boAt's products blend into people's daily lifestyle, almost to the point of being a fashion accessory and a perfect fit for their ambient surroundings.

Viewtrix Technology

Series D in 2020
Viewtrix Technology specializes in the development of display driver chips and circuit boards, focusing on enhancing display resolution and color representation. The company's technologies support a variety of display types, including LCD, LED, and OLED, making them applicable to mobile phones, tablets, and notebooks. By providing these advanced solutions, Viewtrix Technology enables electronics manufacturers to improve the display quality of their products while also reducing costs.

Humane

Series A in 2020
Humane Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a technology company specializing in the development and sale of consumer hardware, software, and services. Its mission is to create innovative, user-centric products that are intuitive, natural, and humane, fostering a seamless connection between people and technology.

HMD

Series A in 2020
HMD Global Oy, established in 2015 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for mobile phones and tablets. The company designs and manufactures a diverse range of devices, including smartphones, Android phones, feature phones, and tablets, catering to various consumer needs and price points. HMD is committed to innovation and quality, emphasizing functionality and the iconic design characteristics associated with Nokia. Its products aim to enhance communication and connectivity, providing users with reliable and secure mobile solutions. HMD operates globally, with offices located in multiple countries to support its international market presence.

Dalongyun Diannao

Venture Round in 2020
Dalongyun Diannao offers high-end gaming PCs will be offered in the cloud via the cloud computing operating product. The cloud comes pre-installed with all of the popular standalone games and online games currently available. Users can use their mobile phones, TVs, desktops, Macs, and tablets by simply installing the client. Mobile devices and low-end laptops that are connected to the cloud are also able to play large-scale games with a single click and then disconnect when users have done.

Viewtrix Technology

Series C in 2020
Viewtrix Technology specializes in the development of display driver chips and circuit boards, focusing on enhancing display resolution and color representation. The company's technologies support a variety of display types, including LCD, LED, and OLED, making them applicable to mobile phones, tablets, and notebooks. By providing these advanced solutions, Viewtrix Technology enables electronics manufacturers to improve the display quality of their products while also reducing costs.

Plume Design

Series D in 2020
Plume Design, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in adaptive home Wi-Fi solutions and the manufacture of Wi-Fi devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Plume provides a software-as-a-service platform designed for communications service providers. This platform facilitates the delivery of enhanced services for connected homes, including features such as optimal Wi-Fi performance, parental controls, and motion sensing capabilities. Plume's mobile application allows users to customize and manage their Wi-Fi networks, including controlling device access and managing passwords. The company's focus is on enhancing the smart home experience while supporting service providers with backend applications.

Huaqin Technology

Series B in 2019
Huaqin Technology Co Ltd is a leading player in the global smartphone and tablet original design manufacturing (ODM) industry. The company specializes in the research, development, design, and production of a wide range of intelligent hardware products, including smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and IoT devices. As a partner of Google, Huaqin facilitates the creation of Android devices certified for security and functionality by Google Mobile Services. The company serves a diverse clientele across more than 100 countries and regions, focusing on delivering competitive and innovative products. By 2015, Huaqin had shipped over 200 million mobile phones and more than 5 million tablets annually, with a commitment to providing advanced 4G products. Guided by principles of integrity, diligence, focus, and innovation, Huaqin aims to enhance its product offerings and contribute to sustainable development in the technology sector.

Lazy

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Lazy Co is focused on creating innovative AI-powered wearables that transform smartphone interactions. The company is developing smart rings equipped with screens and input capabilities, enabling users to manage various tasks seamlessly. These devices facilitate features such as cab booking, making phone calls, controlling presentations, and activating SOS alerts, all without requiring direct interaction with smartphones. By automating daily tasks, Lazy Co aims to enhance efficiency and streamline the user experience in everyday activities.

Dover Microsystems

Seed Round in 2018
Dover Microsystems, Inc. specializes in developing security software solutions aimed at enhancing the safety and reliability of processors through the use of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). The company offers CoreGuard, a software tool that integrates directly with processors to monitor instruction execution and ensure compliance with established security, safety, and privacy standards. Additionally, Dover Microsystems provides a software development kit (SDK) that includes a simulator, micropolicy authoring tools, and a suite for security micropolicies, facilitating the prototyping and debugging of CoreGuard-integrated designs. Its technology serves various industries, including semiconductors, industrial IoT, transportation, medical, energy, home entertainment, and point of sale. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Dover Microsystems aims to immunize processors against network-based attacks and software vulnerabilities, thereby providing robust protection for critical systems.

Viewtrix Technology

Series B in 2018
Viewtrix Technology specializes in the development of display driver chips and circuit boards, focusing on enhancing display resolution and color representation. The company's technologies support a variety of display types, including LCD, LED, and OLED, making them applicable to mobile phones, tablets, and notebooks. By providing these advanced solutions, Viewtrix Technology enables electronics manufacturers to improve the display quality of their products while also reducing costs.

eero

Series D in 2017
Eero Inc. develops innovative Wi-Fi systems designed for household use, providing comprehensive coverage throughout homes. Founded in 2014 and based in Sacramento, California, the company offers a range of products, including a tri-band mesh Wi-Fi system that utilizes multiple access points to ensure reliable connectivity. Users can easily manage their network through a mobile app, which allows for seamless integration with existing cable or DSL modems. Eero's solutions are tailored to deliver high-speed, stable internet access in every corner of the home, enhancing the experience for activities such as streaming video and online communication. As of March 2019, Eero operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc.

August Home

Series C in 2017
August Pro is a division of August Home Inc., a company that specializes in smart home access products designed to enhance home security and user control. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, August Home develops innovative solutions like the August Smart Lock, which enables users to replace traditional keys with smartphone access. This technology allows homeowners to create virtual keys for various individuals, such as house cleaners and delivery services, and manage access duration remotely via smartphones or computers. August Pro specifically caters to professional smart home installers, providing them with the tools and products needed to implement these advanced access systems effectively. As a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY AB, August Home continues to focus on creating seamless and secure home environments.

Ring

Series D in 2017
Ring is a home security company based in Santa Monica, California, established in 2012. It specializes in outdoor security solutions, offering a range of smart home products designed to enhance safety and reduce crime in neighborhoods. The company's product lineup includes the Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Ring Stick Up Cam, and Ring Floodlight Cam, all of which feature advanced capabilities such as wide-angle lenses, built-in microphones, and speakers that allow users to see, hear, and communicate with visitors. By integrating these devices, Ring aims to empower homeowners and foster community vigilance, effectively creating a modern neighborhood watch system that helps prevent burglaries and enhance residential security worldwide.

360fly

Series C in 2016
360fly develops innovative products and software for creating interactive 360-degree video experiences. The company specializes in panoramic video cameras, including the 360fly HD and 360fly 4K models, which cater to a diverse audience ranging from extreme sports enthusiasts to families documenting special occasions. Their technology features a single-lens design that captures seamless 360-degree video, allowing users to easily shoot, edit, and share their content on popular social media platforms. This capability enhances how users experience and share life's moments, pushing the boundaries of video, virtual reality, and visual storytelling.

Even.com

Series A in 2016
Even.com is focused on enhancing financial resilience for employees, addressing the challenges faced by over half of Americans living paycheck to paycheck. The company develops a mobile budgeting application that automatically budgets upcoming bills, allowing users to manage their spending habits effectively. By partnering with employers, Even provides its services as a benefit, which not only supports employees in making ends meet, paying down debt, and saving money but also helps employers improve employee retention. The business operates transparently, ensuring that it profits only when its customers do. Even.com is based in Oakland, California, and Raleigh, North Carolina.

Eques

Venture Round in 2016
Eques provides top quality smart home security solutions including smart video doorbells, smart door management systems.

Yunmake

Series A in 2015
Yunmake makes foldable electric bikes, like the X1 (pictured above), that are battery-powered and connected to an app. While a Xiaomi representative declined to comment on potential collaborations with Yunmake, Shunwei’s (and, by extension, Lei Jun’s) interest in the company is notable because Xiaomi is busy building a hardware ecosystem that extends beyond its smartphones. Xiaomi hasn’t rolled out vehicles yet, but reports have surfaced that it wants to add electronic bikes and smart cars to its growing roster of consumer hardware.

Even.com

Seed Round in 2015
Even.com is focused on enhancing financial resilience for employees, addressing the challenges faced by over half of Americans living paycheck to paycheck. The company develops a mobile budgeting application that automatically budgets upcoming bills, allowing users to manage their spending habits effectively. By partnering with employers, Even provides its services as a benefit, which not only supports employees in making ends meet, paying down debt, and saving money but also helps employers improve employee retention. The business operates transparently, ensuring that it profits only when its customers do. Even.com is based in Oakland, California, and Raleigh, North Carolina.

Mercos

Venture Round in 2015
Mercos, formerly known as Meus Pedidos, is a software company based in Joinville, Brazil, founded in 2010 by Rafael Trapp. The company specializes in developing sales management software that enhances online sales and streamlines the sales process for brands in the consumer goods sector. Its platform serves as an ordering system for sales representatives and a sales force solution for distributors and industries. By utilizing mobile catalogs, Mercos enables companies to connect more effectively with their customers, thereby increasing productivity and automating various aspects of the sales process.

August Home

Series B in 2015
August Pro is a division of August Home Inc., a company that specializes in smart home access products designed to enhance home security and user control. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, August Home develops innovative solutions like the August Smart Lock, which enables users to replace traditional keys with smartphone access. This technology allows homeowners to create virtual keys for various individuals, such as house cleaners and delivery services, and manage access duration remotely via smartphones or computers. August Pro specifically caters to professional smart home installers, providing them with the tools and products needed to implement these advanced access systems effectively. As a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY AB, August Home continues to focus on creating seamless and secure home environments.

Whistle Labs

Series B in 2015
Whistle Labs is a San Francisco-based technology company focused on enhancing pet health and longevity through innovative solutions. The company develops on-collar devices that enable pet owners to monitor their pets' daily activities, including walking, playing, and resting. By analyzing this data, Whistle provides insights into the behavioral patterns and long-term health trends of pets, establishing a new standard for preventative care. Led by a team of dedicated technologists, Whistle Labs aims to transform veterinary medical research by leveraging a comprehensive database of pet health information, ultimately contributing to a healthier and longer life for pets.

Navdy

Series A in 2015
Navdy, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development of head-up display (HUD) solutions for vehicles, operating both in the United States and internationally. The flagship product, Navdy, is an aftermarket car console that connects to smartphones via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, allowing drivers to access various applications while maintaining focus on the road. This device supports functionalities such as Google Maps navigation, notifications for texts and social media, call management, and music playback, compatible with both iPhone and Android devices. Navdy's technology aims to enhance driving safety by minimizing distractions, enabling drivers to keep their attention forward rather than looking down at their phones. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company collaborates with Harman International Industries, furthering its mission to reinvent the driving experience.

Qterics

Venture Round in 2014
Qterics specializes in device management technology for electronics manufacturers, providing solutions that facilitate remote control and troubleshooting of various internet-connected devices, including televisions, set-top boxes, and smart devices. Founded in 2003, the company has integrated its technology into leading silicon platforms, resulting in millions of devices being shipped by prominent equipment manufacturers. Qterics also offers services such as DRM provisioning and secure software delivery, enabling clients to efficiently manage and support their Internet of Things devices. With a management team experienced in enhancing product quality for major international companies, Qterics has cultivated partnerships with third parties to align with shared business interests.

CSR

Acquisition in 2014
CSR is a pioneering designer and developer of silicon and software tailored for the consumer electronics market. The company focuses on simplifying complex challenges, enhancing the lives of motorists, photographers, music enthusiasts, and mobile phone users. CSR's expertise spans five key sectors: voice and music, location services, automotive infotainment, Bluetooth Smart connectivity, and imaging technologies. The firm's engineers work on innovative solutions that integrate smartphones with in-vehicle systems, facilitate navigation in public spaces, and enhance wireless audio experiences. CSR is recognized for its advanced semiconductors and software supporting major technology standards, including Bluetooth, GPS, and Wi-Fi. As the demand for its products has increased, CSR has strategically expanded into new markets, including voice, music, and gaming, further solidifying its commitment to innovation through acquisitions of relevant companies in recent years.

Stonestreet One

Acquisition in 2014
Stonestreet One is a leading provider of software solutions for Bluetooth wireless technology, based in Louisville, Kentucky. The company specializes in developing software for chipmakers, distributors, embedded software companies, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across various sectors, including personal computing, automotive, biomedical, mobile communications, and consumer electronics. Their key products, Bluetopia® and BTExplorer, serve as Bluetooth connection managers for devices running Windows CE and Windows Mobile, and have been widely adopted by numerous manufacturers, resulting in millions of devices utilizing their technology globally. Stonestreet One is committed to maintaining up-to-date protocols and profiles, actively engaging in standards organizations such as the Bluetooth SIG and Continua Health Alliance to enhance the interoperability and capabilities of wireless devices in the industry.

Lifx

Series A in 2014
LIFX, founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, is known for pioneering smart lighting technology with its WiFi-enabled, multi-colored LED light bulbs. These innovative products allow users to control their lighting through free iOS and Android applications, offering over a million color options. Designed to last over 22 years, LIFX bulbs are energy-efficient, consuming less electricity compared to traditional lighting. The company integrates seamlessly with smart home devices, such as Nest, providing consumers with an accessible and efficient way to enhance their living or working environments.

Verve

Corporate Round in 2014
Verve Wireless, Inc. is a mobile marketing platform that specializes in location-based advertising solutions for various industries, including retail, automotive, consumer packaged goods, and restaurants. Founded in 2005 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company utilizes proprietary location intelligence and advanced technology to create unique consumer profiles by combining real-world location data with offline demographic and transactional information. Verve offers a Local Merchant Offers platform, enabling multi-location retailers and small to medium-sized businesses to develop and manage dynamic mobile advertisements targeting consumers in close proximity to their stores. The company's omnichannel advertising platform connects advertisers, agencies, brands, and publishers, facilitating real-time engagement while prioritizing user privacy. Verve serves over 5,000 advertisers and maintains direct relationships with more than 4,000 publishers and apps worldwide, enhancing the effectiveness and reach of mobile advertising campaigns.

360fly

Series B in 2014
360fly develops innovative products and software for creating interactive 360-degree video experiences. The company specializes in panoramic video cameras, including the 360fly HD and 360fly 4K models, which cater to a diverse audience ranging from extreme sports enthusiasts to families documenting special occasions. Their technology features a single-lens design that captures seamless 360-degree video, allowing users to easily shoot, edit, and share their content on popular social media platforms. This capability enhances how users experience and share life's moments, pushing the boundaries of video, virtual reality, and visual storytelling.

Wilocity

Acquisition in 2014
Wilocity Ltd. is a company based in Caesarea, Israel, that specializes in the development of 60 GHz wireless chipsets aimed at the notebook and peripheral markets. Founded in 2007, Wilocity's technology enables gigabit wireless networking and point-to-point connectivity, delivering a desktop-like experience to mobile computing devices. The company's chipsets facilitate high-speed downloads and support high-definition video, significantly surpassing the transmission rates of standard Wi-Fi. By focusing on WiGig/802.11 products, Wilocity equips customers with the ability to wirelessly connect to any PCI Express-supported peripheral or I/O component, enhancing the mobile computing experience.

Summit Microelectronics

Acquisition in 2014
Summit Microelectronics, Inc. specializes in the design and manufacture of integrated circuits that blend analog and digital technologies. The company focuses on providing integrated power management solutions across various sectors, including consumer electronics, communications, and computing. Its product offerings encompass a wide range of devices such as environmental and power monitors, battery chargers, multi-output power supplies, and hot swap controllers. Additionally, Summit develops programmable, non-volatile mixed-signal integrated circuits that facilitate digital control in a single chip, enhancing system performance while simplifying the design process for customers. The company also provides interface products, power supply marginers, sequencers, and electronic potentiometers, all aimed at improving power supply design efficiency and effectiveness.

BroadLink

Pre Seed Round in 2013
BroadLink Electronic Technology is a high-tech company focused on the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of both hardware and software products. It specializes in Wi-Fi-enabled smart products, including intelligent sockets, remote controls, air quality analyzers, light switches, and Wi-Fi speakers. The company’s innovations in IoT technology facilitate seamless connectivity among various devices, allowing customers to enhance their living environments. BroadLink also offers integrated appliance solutions for household appliance manufacturers, leveraging its expertise in cloud computing and intelligent terminal applications to support the smart home ecosystem.

Magisto

Series B in 2013
Magisto Ltd. operates a cloud-based mobile video platform that enables users to upload, edit, and share video memories. Founded in 2009 and based in Ness-Ziona, Israel, with additional offices in New York and California, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence to automatically select and assemble the most engaging moments from videos and photos. Users can create personalized movies enhanced with customized styles and music, making it accessible across various devices, including iOS, Android, and web platforms. Magisto's Emotion Sense Technology allows individuals, including entrepreneurs and marketers, to transform their raw video content into high-quality films that evoke emotions and tell compelling stories. As of May 2019, Magisto operates as a subsidiary of Vimeo, Inc. The platform has gained significant traction, amassing over 100 million users since its inception.

Sharp

Post in 2013
Sharp Corporation is a Japan-based manufacturer specializing in telecommunication equipment and a wide range of electronic products. Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Sakai, Japan, the company operates through three primary segments: Smart Life, 8K Ecosystem, and ICT. The Smart Life segment includes household appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, air conditioners, and air purifiers, as well as electronic devices like calculators and telephones. The 8K Ecosystem segment focuses on advanced display technologies, offering products such as LCD TVs, audio equipment, and projectors. The ICT segment provides mobile phones and personal computers. Sharp is recognized for its innovation and technology solutions that enhance both home and office environments, catering to diverse consumer needs.

Yebhi

Venture Round in 2013
Yebhi.com went live in 2010 and is the fastest growing company in the lifestyle category in India. It powered the sale of multi brand Footwear online. Enormous success in the footwear category inspired us to expand into other categories like Apparels, Accessories, Bags, Jewelry and Mobiles. Yebhi continue to power ahead with your support! Our Mission is: To provide best value for money to yebhi customers To provide fastest shipping for our customer orders To provide widest range of choices for our customers To enable our brand partners to reach the widest audience To enable us meet our mission, we undertake some unique tasks in the industry yebhi source all our products from Brands directly or authorized agent of the brand. Yebhi don't buy products without brand authorization Yebhi run our own warehousing operations to enable us to fulfill your orders completely and achieve fastest shipping in the industry

iOnRoad

Seed Round in 2013
iOnRoad develops a collision warning application aimed at enhancing driving safety through the use of advanced smartphone technology. The app employs the smartphone's camera and sensors to detect vehicles ahead, mapping the lane and identifying objects within it. When a potential collision is imminent, the system issues audio-visual alerts, allowing drivers to respond promptly and avoid accidents. This innovative software-only solution addresses the issue of distracted driving and has garnered several accolades, including the CES 2012 Innovation Award and recognition as one of Gartner's Cool Vendors in Automotive for 2012. The company's focus is on providing real-time driving assistance to improve safety on the road.

Verve

Series C in 2013
Verve Wireless, Inc. is a mobile marketing platform that specializes in location-based advertising solutions for various industries, including retail, automotive, consumer packaged goods, and restaurants. Founded in 2005 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company utilizes proprietary location intelligence and advanced technology to create unique consumer profiles by combining real-world location data with offline demographic and transactional information. Verve offers a Local Merchant Offers platform, enabling multi-location retailers and small to medium-sized businesses to develop and manage dynamic mobile advertisements targeting consumers in close proximity to their stores. The company's omnichannel advertising platform connects advertisers, agencies, brands, and publishers, facilitating real-time engagement while prioritizing user privacy. Verve serves over 5,000 advertisers and maintains direct relationships with more than 4,000 publishers and apps worldwide, enhancing the effectiveness and reach of mobile advertising campaigns.

Sharp

Private Equity Round in 2012
Sharp Corporation is a Japan-based manufacturer specializing in telecommunication equipment and a wide range of electronic products. Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Sakai, Japan, the company operates through three primary segments: Smart Life, 8K Ecosystem, and ICT. The Smart Life segment includes household appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, air conditioners, and air purifiers, as well as electronic devices like calculators and telephones. The 8K Ecosystem segment focuses on advanced display technologies, offering products such as LCD TVs, audio equipment, and projectors. The ICT segment provides mobile phones and personal computers. Sharp is recognized for its innovation and technology solutions that enhance both home and office environments, catering to diverse consumer needs.

Epos

Acquisition in 2012
EPOS is a leading provider of advanced digital positioning technology, specializing in ultrasound technologies for input solutions such as digital pens, styluses, and gesture recognition. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to deliver innovative positioning-based consumer electronics for the PC peripheral, notebook, and touch-screen markets. EPOS products, including the Digital Pen & Mouse and Wired Digital Pen, are marketed primarily in the US and Europe and are also offered as complementary hardware for various laptops. The technology relies on the transmission of ultrasonic acoustic waves between a transmitter, embedded in devices like pens, and a software-based receiver, allowing for precise measurement of distance and position. Due to its small size, low cost, and minimal battery consumption, EPOS technology can be easily integrated into a wide range of consumer electronics, leading to extensive product possibilities.

Livescribe

Venture Round in 2012
Livescribe, Inc. is a company specializing in the design, manufacture, and marketing of smartpens that enable users to capture, search, and share handwritten notes in digital formats. Founded in 2007 and based in Oakland, California, Livescribe's products include the Sky Wi-Fi smartpen, which transfers notes and audio to digital accounts for access on various devices, the Echo smartpen that connects via USB to transfer notes, and the Livescribe 3 smartpen, which uses Bluetooth for data transfer to smartphones and tablets. These smartpens are particularly beneficial for college students, individuals with learning disabilities, educational institutions, and professionals such as journalists. In addition to smartpens, the company offers dot paper, ink, and accessories for purchase online. Livescribe also operates as a subsidiary of Anoto Group AB, further expanding its reach in the mobile computing market.

Yebhi

Series C in 2012
Yebhi.com went live in 2010 and is the fastest growing company in the lifestyle category in India. It powered the sale of multi brand Footwear online. Enormous success in the footwear category inspired us to expand into other categories like Apparels, Accessories, Bags, Jewelry and Mobiles. Yebhi continue to power ahead with your support! Our Mission is: To provide best value for money to yebhi customers To provide fastest shipping for our customer orders To provide widest range of choices for our customers To enable our brand partners to reach the widest audience To enable us meet our mission, we undertake some unique tasks in the industry yebhi source all our products from Brands directly or authorized agent of the brand. Yebhi don't buy products without brand authorization Yebhi run our own warehousing operations to enable us to fulfill your orders completely and achieve fastest shipping in the industry

Ubicom

Acquisition in 2012
Ubicom specializes in developing communications and media processor (CMP) and software platforms tailored for real-time interactive applications and multimedia content delivery in the digital home. The company offers optimized system-level solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), supporting a variety of products such as wireless routers, access points, VoIP gateways, streaming media devices, and print servers. Ubicom's advanced multithreaded processor design, along with its real-time operating system and application-level solutions, ensures a high-quality user experience characterized by ease of use. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ubicom is a privately held, venture-backed company.

Xiaomi Technology

Series B in 2011
Xiaomi Corporation, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Beijing, China, is a prominent technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets smartphones and consumer electronics. The company's product range includes a variety of mobile devices, such as Android-based smartphones and smart home products, like smart TVs, AI speakers, and smart routers. Xiaomi is notable for its innovative approach, often incorporating user feedback into product development, which has fostered a loyal customer base. The company operates through several segments, including smartphones, Internet of Things (IoT) products, and Internet services, offering both hardware and software solutions. Additionally, Xiaomi engages in the retail and wholesale of its products, operates service centers, and has expanded its presence internationally, becoming a leader in markets such as India and gaining traction in Europe. With a commitment to providing quality technology at accessible prices, Xiaomi continues to innovate and adapt within the competitive landscape of the tech industry.

Pixtronix

Acquisition in 2011
Pixtronix is an innovative company based in Andover, Massachusetts, specializing in advanced display technologies tailored for multimedia devices. The company focuses on creating PerfectLight Displays, which provide exceptional optical performance coupled with low power consumption. These displays are designed to be versatile, accommodating a range of applications from mobile devices to desktop displays and high-definition televisions. By leveraging cutting-edge MEMS and IGZO technologies, Pixtronix aims to enhance the visual experience for users while promoting energy efficiency in electronic devices.

Rapid Bridge

Acquisition in 2011
Rapid Bridge is a semiconductor technology company based in San Diego, California, with an additional design center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in creating and deploying silicon implementation technologies for semiconductor firms. Its product portfolio includes LiquidIP, a metal programmable intellectual property (IP) that enables designers to build and configure base platforms within standard EDA flows; LiquidASIC, a suite of pre-defined configurable ASIC platforms featuring various subsystems and IPs; and LiquidSoC, a methodology for designing custom system-on-chips solutions. Rapid Bridge's technologies are utilized in the design and development of integrated circuits at nanometer scales across multiple market segments, including networking, storage, consumer electronics, telecoms, military/aerospace, and mobility.

Livescribe

Series C in 2010
Livescribe, Inc. is a company specializing in the design, manufacture, and marketing of smartpens that enable users to capture, search, and share handwritten notes in digital formats. Founded in 2007 and based in Oakland, California, Livescribe's products include the Sky Wi-Fi smartpen, which transfers notes and audio to digital accounts for access on various devices, the Echo smartpen that connects via USB to transfer notes, and the Livescribe 3 smartpen, which uses Bluetooth for data transfer to smartphones and tablets. These smartpens are particularly beneficial for college students, individuals with learning disabilities, educational institutions, and professionals such as journalists. In addition to smartpens, the company offers dot paper, ink, and accessories for purchase online. Livescribe also operates as a subsidiary of Anoto Group AB, further expanding its reach in the mobile computing market.

Pantech

Venture Round in 2009
Pantech is a Korean company that manufactures mobile phones. The company markets its smartphones under the brand name “VEGA”. Its portfolio of VEGA products includes VEGA LTE: a motion recognition smartphone; VEGA No. 6: a smartphone with a full HD screen; VEGA Iron: a smartphone with metal rim design; and VEGA Secret Note and VEGA Secret UP: smartphones featuring fingerprint recognition technology. Pantech also markets its products overseas through its relationships with partners in the strategic markets of the United States and Japan. Pantech Wireless is an Atlanta-based subsidiary of Pantech & Curitel and Pantech Co., Ltd. that researches, markets, and develops wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America as a part of the Pantech Group. Pantech was ranked first for 10 consecutive times in the Supplier Performance Review carried out by AT&T, the largest telecommunications carrier in the United States. Pantech was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.

AMD

Acquisition in 2009
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and developing graphics processors and central processing units for both commercial and consumer markets. The company focuses on innovations in various sectors, including gaming technologies, server technologies, embedded solutions, and security. AMD's product strategy integrates CPU and GPU technology to create Accelerated Processing Units (APUs), which enhance user experiences across its ecosystem. This ecosystem encompasses a broad range of software and hardware developments, as well as business models and support processes. Additionally, AMD Ventures, the company's investment arm, seeks to invest in start-ups and established companies within strategic software and application ecosystems, particularly those that leverage advances in machine learning, data analytics, and high-performance computing. By collaborating with these companies, AMD aims to optimize solutions on its hardware platforms and foster the growth of innovative technologies.

Siimpel Corporation

Series D in 2008
Siimpel Corporation has been in the business of innovation since its original founding in 2000 as SiWave. With a heritage from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and a background in high-precision navigation grade MEMS sensors, the company has maintained a leadership in technology. In its short history, Siimpel Corporation created the smallest high port count optical switches in the world, packaged MEMS components for NASA's Mars rovers, developed the world's first MEMS horizon sensor, developed the highest precision laser ranging system, and created the world's smallest stages using MEMS technology. A recipient of the ATP (advanced technology program) award from NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), Siimpel is proud of its history of ground breaking innovation. Since 2004, Siimpel has been applying the high precision MEMS platform technology to enable the drastic reduction in size of high performance digital cameras. Siimpel's innovative products set new standards for the size and performance of digital cameras in mobile platforms.

Wilocity

Seed Round in 2008
Wilocity Ltd. is a company based in Caesarea, Israel, that specializes in the development of 60 GHz wireless chipsets aimed at the notebook and peripheral markets. Founded in 2007, Wilocity's technology enables gigabit wireless networking and point-to-point connectivity, delivering a desktop-like experience to mobile computing devices. The company's chipsets facilitate high-speed downloads and support high-definition video, significantly surpassing the transmission rates of standard Wi-Fi. By focusing on WiGig/802.11 products, Wilocity equips customers with the ability to wirelessly connect to any PCI Express-supported peripheral or I/O component, enhancing the mobile computing experience.

InvenSense

Series C in 2008
InvenSense, Inc. is a leading provider of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) sensor platforms, specializing in the design and manufacturing of sensor systems on a chip. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and microphones, catering to various sectors such as mobile devices, wearables, smart home technologies, gaming, industrial applications, and automotive systems. InvenSense's innovative MotionTracking technology enhances user experiences through improved performance and accuracy in motion, gesture, and sound-based interfaces. Its sensor solutions are incorporated into a wide array of consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and gaming devices, as well as industrial applications. The company markets its products directly to manufacturers and through distributors, and it maintains collaborations with industry leaders like Panasonic to advance sensor technology. Founded in 2003, InvenSense operates internationally, with offices across several countries including China, Taiwan, and Japan. As of 2017, it has been a subsidiary of TDK U.S.A. Corporation.

SoftMax

Acquisition in 2007
SoftMax, based in San Diego, specializes in noise reduction technology designed for mobile devices. The company develops advanced voice algorithms that facilitate signal separation, echo cancellation, and signal processing, allowing devices to distinguish a speaker's voice from surrounding background noises. This technology is applicable across various platforms, including cell phones, VoIP phones, and laptops. Recently, Broadcom has integrated SoftMax's noise reduction capabilities into its Bluetooth headset platform, showcasing the technology's versatility and effectiveness in enhancing audio clarity in wireless communication.

Siimpel Corporation

Series D in 2007
Siimpel Corporation has been in the business of innovation since its original founding in 2000 as SiWave. With a heritage from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and a background in high-precision navigation grade MEMS sensors, the company has maintained a leadership in technology. In its short history, Siimpel Corporation created the smallest high port count optical switches in the world, packaged MEMS components for NASA's Mars rovers, developed the world's first MEMS horizon sensor, developed the highest precision laser ranging system, and created the world's smallest stages using MEMS technology. A recipient of the ATP (advanced technology program) award from NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), Siimpel is proud of its history of ground breaking innovation. Since 2004, Siimpel has been applying the high precision MEMS platform technology to enable the drastic reduction in size of high performance digital cameras. Siimpel's innovative products set new standards for the size and performance of digital cameras in mobile platforms.

Discera

Series C in 2007
Discera, Inc. is a fabless analog semiconductor company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of silicon resonators for the radio frequency (RF) and timing control markets. The company offers a range of products, including CMOS resonator-based oscillators, RF circuits, clock frequency devices, and resonator-based frequency control components. These products find applications in various consumer and mobile devices, such as cellular radios, cameras, MP3 players, GPS units, disk drives, and television players, as well as in military equipment. Discera distributes its products through a network of distributors both in the United States and internationally.

InvenSense

Series B in 2007
InvenSense, Inc. is a leading provider of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) sensor platforms, specializing in the design and manufacturing of sensor systems on a chip. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and microphones, catering to various sectors such as mobile devices, wearables, smart home technologies, gaming, industrial applications, and automotive systems. InvenSense's innovative MotionTracking technology enhances user experiences through improved performance and accuracy in motion, gesture, and sound-based interfaces. Its sensor solutions are incorporated into a wide array of consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and gaming devices, as well as industrial applications. The company markets its products directly to manufacturers and through distributors, and it maintains collaborations with industry leaders like Panasonic to advance sensor technology. Founded in 2003, InvenSense operates internationally, with offices across several countries including China, Taiwan, and Japan. As of 2017, it has been a subsidiary of TDK U.S.A. Corporation.

nPhase

Acquisition in 2006
nPhase, a 50/50 joint venture between Qualcomm (NASDAQ: QCOM) and Verizon (NYSE: VZ), provides advanced Machine to Machine (M2M) cloud platform services to enterprise customers with the most demanding needs for data reliability, coverage, security and innovation in M2M. Customers include the world's leading operators such as Verizon and Vodafone, as well as global OEMs such as Phillips Medical, Siemens Water and ABB Power. Industries served include consumer electronics, transportation/ construction, utilities, healthcare, retail, industrial, financial services and government. nPhase leverages the global leadership in advanced connectivity technologies provided by Qualcomm, the industry leading network and channel provided by Verizon Wireless, and ten years experience as an M2M pioneer, to lead in the advancement of M2M.

Berkäna Wireless

Acquisition in 2006
Berkana Wireless is a technology company based in Campbell, California, that specializes in manufacturing components for the mobile phone industry. Founded in February 2001, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes processors, Bluetooth products, cellular modems, and Wi-Fi products. Berkana Wireless is particularly noted for its development of complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs), utilizing proprietary RF CMOS techniques to create integrated RF and mixed-signal integrated circuits for various wireless applications.

Discera

Venture Round in 2005
Discera, Inc. is a fabless analog semiconductor company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of silicon resonators for the radio frequency (RF) and timing control markets. The company offers a range of products, including CMOS resonator-based oscillators, RF circuits, clock frequency devices, and resonator-based frequency control components. These products find applications in various consumer and mobile devices, such as cellular radios, cameras, MP3 players, GPS units, disk drives, and television players, as well as in military equipment. Discera distributes its products through a network of distributors both in the United States and internationally.

Discera

Series B in 2004
Discera, Inc. is a fabless analog semiconductor company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of silicon resonators for the radio frequency (RF) and timing control markets. The company offers a range of products, including CMOS resonator-based oscillators, RF circuits, clock frequency devices, and resonator-based frequency control components. These products find applications in various consumer and mobile devices, such as cellular radios, cameras, MP3 players, GPS units, disk drives, and television players, as well as in military equipment. Discera distributes its products through a network of distributors both in the United States and internationally.

TechFaith Wireless Technology

Series A in 2004
TechFaith Wireless Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company specializing in the design and development of mobile handsets for both consumers and enterprises, operating in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company is divided into two primary segments: Mobile Phone Business and Real Estate. In the mobile sector, TechFaith offers a range of products, including feature phones, smartphones, ruggedized phones, wireless modules, and various electronic components. They also provide design and testing services through partnerships with EMS providers. The company has developed a variety of mobile application software and MMI/UI solutions compatible with multiple communication platforms. Under its brands, such as Tecface, 17FOX, and MOBIFOX, TechFaith aims to meet diverse client needs in the smartphone market. Additionally, TechFaith is involved in the acquisition and management of commercial real estate properties across China. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Beijing, TechFaith continues to evolve within the mobile technology landscape while expanding its real estate operations.

Palm

Venture Round in 2001
As of November 28, 2003 Handspring, Inc. was acquired by Palm, Inc. Handspring, Inc. provides handheld computing devices, which include organizers; and integrated, handheld wireless devices, known as communicators or smartphones. Products include the Treo wireless communicators and Treo 90 organizer, the Visor expandable handheld computers, and client and server software for fast Web access from handheld devices and mobile phones. Handspring sells its products and accessories at www.handspring.com; and through select Internet, retail, and carrier partners in the United States, Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the Middle East. Competitors of the company include Audiovox, Ericsson, HTC Corporation, Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony-Ericsson, Research In Motion Limited, and Hewlett-Packard.

Verance Corp

Venture Round in 2001
Verance Corporation specializes in developing technologies that protect, manage, and enhance premium entertainment content. The company holds a diverse portfolio of watermarking technologies utilized globally across film, music, and television distribution platforms. Key solutions include Cinavia, which safeguards against piracy in motion pictures and home videos, and the Verance Copy Management System for Audio, designed for copy protection in various audio formats. These technologies are widely implemented in motion pictures, DVDs, Blu-ray discs, television and radio broadcasts, and consumer electronics. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Verance Corporation was formerly known as Aris Technologies, Inc. before rebranding in 1999. The company's innovations also facilitate advanced audience measurement, personalization, interactivity, and addressable advertising, helping businesses enhance viewer engagement and protect their entertainment assets from piracy.
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