LeXiang Intelligence
Angel Round in 2024
LeXiang Intelligence is a robotics company that specializes in the development of intelligent consumer-grade robots.
Upway provides certified, refurbished electric bicycles, making electric mobility more accessible. Each bike undergoes a 20-point inspection and professional reconditioning, and is sold with a one-year warranty. The company curates a selection of quality e-bikes and verifies there is no structural damage to the frame, mechanical components, drive system, or battery, ensuring reliability. Founded in 2019 in Gennevilliers, ÃŽle-de-France, by Stephane Ficaja and Toussaint Wattinne, Upway also delivers bikes to customers' homes.
Evy specializes in product protection services, offering extended warranties for various items such as home appliances, sports equipment, and office supplies. This service enables businesses to generate additional revenue.
Upway provides certified, refurbished electric bicycles, making electric mobility more accessible. Each bike undergoes a 20-point inspection and professional reconditioning, and is sold with a one-year warranty. The company curates a selection of quality e-bikes and verifies there is no structural damage to the frame, mechanical components, drive system, or battery, ensuring reliability. Founded in 2019 in Gennevilliers, ÃŽle-de-France, by Stephane Ficaja and Toussaint Wattinne, Upway also delivers bikes to customers' homes.
Upway provides certified, refurbished electric bicycles, making electric mobility more accessible. Each bike undergoes a 20-point inspection and professional reconditioning, and is sold with a one-year warranty. The company curates a selection of quality e-bikes and verifies there is no structural damage to the frame, mechanical components, drive system, or battery, ensuring reliability. Founded in 2019 in Gennevilliers, ÃŽle-de-France, by Stephane Ficaja and Toussaint Wattinne, Upway also delivers bikes to customers' homes.
Jetpack, Inc. is a company that specializes in the online retail and delivery of both food and non-food products, focusing on nighttime service. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Stanford, California, the company primarily serves college students by providing essential consumer products on-demand. Jetpack aims to streamline convenience for its customers by ensuring that necessary items are readily available in real-time, thereby enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Coupang
Private Equity Round in 2018
Coupang is South Korea's largest e-commerce platform, offering a wide range of products including electronics, fashion, food, and furniture. It operates primarily in South Korea and Taiwan, with an extensive logistics network ensuring timely delivery.
SimpliSafe
Secondary Market in 2017
SimpliSafe, Inc., founded in 2006 by Chad and Eleanor Laurans, is a Boston-based company that designs and sells wireless home security systems. It offers a range of products including sensors, security cameras, alarm systems, and monitoring services for residential and commercial properties. SimpliSafe's systems are known for being easy to install and cost-effective, providing features such as cellular connections, SMS text and email alerts, smash-proof protection, power outage protection, smoke and fire detection, and wireless sensors. The company provides 24/7 professional monitoring without long-term contracts and offers daily customer service support. SimpliSafe's products are sold online and through various retail stores.
CREO is a consumer technology company based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2013 and formerly known as Mango Man Consumer Electronics Pvt. Ltd. The company specializes in designing and developing innovative products that enhance media streaming experiences. Its flagship product, Teewe, is an HDMI dongle that allows users to wirelessly stream local media, such as photos, music, and movies, from their mobile devices or computers to a television. Additionally, CREO provides a Teewe application that enables users to access and play content from YouTube, online music platforms, and personal storage devices. The company also offers Teewe as an Infrastructure as a Service solution for enterprises. As of 2017, CREO operates as a subsidiary of Hike Ltd.
The ONE Music Group
Series B in 2016
The ONE Music Group, founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the manufacture of innovative musical instruments that integrate digital technology. The company offers a diverse range of products, including pianos, keyboards, and related accessories such as keyboard bags and stands. Notably, The ONE Smart Piano is recognized as the world's first Apple MFi-certified upright piano, designed to facilitate learning through integrated LED lights that guide beginners in playing songs. Additionally, The ONE Music Group provides a mobile application for iOS and Android that features video lessons, LED light-guided sheet music, and engaging piano games. The company serves customers primarily in China and North America and has a robust online sales platform.
Quantenna Communications
Venture Round in 2014
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Leleda is a mobile phone service platform that specializes in providing repair and replacement services for Apple products. The company operates an online-to-offline (O2O) model, enabling customers to access a range of services including mobile phone repair, trade-in options, and used phone recycling. By focusing on these core areas, Leleda aims to offer convenient solutions for users looking to maintain or upgrade their mobile devices.
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.
Coupang
Venture Round in 2014
Coupang is South Korea's largest e-commerce platform, offering a wide range of products including electronics, fashion, food, and furniture. It operates primarily in South Korea and Taiwan, with an extensive logistics network ensuring timely delivery.
SimpliSafe
Venture Round in 2014
SimpliSafe, Inc., founded in 2006 by Chad and Eleanor Laurans, is a Boston-based company that designs and sells wireless home security systems. It offers a range of products including sensors, security cameras, alarm systems, and monitoring services for residential and commercial properties. SimpliSafe's systems are known for being easy to install and cost-effective, providing features such as cellular connections, SMS text and email alerts, smash-proof protection, power outage protection, smoke and fire detection, and wireless sensors. The company provides 24/7 professional monitoring without long-term contracts and offers daily customer service support. SimpliSafe's products are sold online and through various retail stores.
BroadLink
Pre Seed Round in 2013
BroadLink Electronic Technology is a high-tech company focused on the research, development, manufacture, sale, and service of both hardware and software products in the smart home sector. The company specializes in Wi-Fi IoT transmission modules and cloud computing platforms, offering integrated appliance solutions to various household appliance manufacturers. BroadLink also produces a range of DIY intelligent products, including smart sockets, remote controls, light switches, and air quality analyzers. These innovations allow customers to connect and manage multiple devices, enhancing their home environments through advanced IoT technologies.
Jawbone
Private Equity Round in 2013
Jawbone specializes in designing personal technology products that are comfortable, usable, and aesthetically pleasing. Initially known for its Bluetooth headsets featuring NoiseAssassinâ„¢ technology, which enhances call clarity by eliminating background noise, the company has since expanded into developing smart fitness tracking devices.
OneAssist Consumer Solutions
Venture Round in 2012
Founded in 2011, OneAssist Consumer Solutions provides assistance and protection services for customers' daily essentials. It offers plans such as MobileAssist (for smartphone damage/theft), WalletAssist (for card blocking, ID replacement), EverydayAssist (for appliance warranties), and TripAssist (for travel emergencies). Headquartered in Mumbai, India.
Quantenna Communications
Private Equity Round in 2012
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Ruckus Wireless
Series G in 2012
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Sourcebits
Series A in 2011
Sourcebits, a subsidiary of Ascendum Solutions and the Vora Group, specializes in the development of smart mobile applications tailored to meet the needs of businesses undergoing digital transformation. With a workforce of 1,800 employees across North America, Europe, and India, Sourcebits has successfully delivered over 600 mobile, web, and cloud solutions on various platforms, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. The company focuses on user experience design, digital engineering, application launch, behavior analytics, and digital lifecycle management, enabling clients to effectively reach and engage their customers. Notable clients include GE, SAP, Intel, MIT, Procter & Gamble, and Coca-Cola, along with emerging technology firms. Sourcebits has also achieved significant success in global app stores, with 30 of its mobile applications ranking among the top ten in their respective categories.
iYogi, Inc. is an on-demand software and services company that specializes in providing online technical support for various computing and communication devices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Gurugram, India, iYogi offers a range of services including optimization, diagnosis and repair, setup and installation, virus removal, usability training, networking, and managed services. The company caters to both consumers and small businesses, supporting a wide array of software applications and hardware, including computers, mobiles, gaming devices, and servers. With a focus on convenience, iYogi delivers subscription-based support that allows clients to optimize and secure their technology with 24/7 access to technicians. Its services reach customers in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, and the GCC states.
Quantenna Communications
Series E in 2010
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Quantenna Communications
Series D in 2010
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Rayspan creates a technology for filtering noise and interference from mobile phone antennae.
Quantenna Communications
Series C in 2009
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Luxim
Venture Round in 2009
Luxim is a lighting technology company that designs, manufactures, and supplies LIFI solid-state plasma lighting products for commercial and residential use. Its lighting solutions cover applications such as roadway, area, highbay, highmast, architectural, and entertainment settings. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.
Gecko TV is a Chinese provider of terminals that connect televisions with the internet. The terminals are delicate, with a Wi-Fi connect, USB power supply, and an Android system. It integrated video programs from multiple websites.
Gecko TV’s self-owned application store supports application expansion that include watching internet video programs on TV, and information and entertainment services based on Android systems.
Rayspan creates a technology for filtering noise and interference from mobile phone antennae.
Jawbone specializes in designing personal technology products that are comfortable, usable, and aesthetically pleasing. Initially known for its Bluetooth headsets featuring NoiseAssassinâ„¢ technology, which enhances call clarity by eliminating background noise, the company has since expanded into developing smart fitness tracking devices.
Ruckus Wireless
Series E in 2007
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Quantenna Communications
Series B in 2007
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Jawbone specializes in designing personal technology products that are comfortable, usable, and aesthetically pleasing. Initially known for its Bluetooth headsets featuring NoiseAssassinâ„¢ technology, which enhances call clarity by eliminating background noise, the company has since expanded into developing smart fitness tracking devices.
WiQuest Communications
Series C in 2007
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™.
WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.
Pure Digital Technologies
Series F in 2007
Pure Digital Technologies specializes in providing innovative imaging solutions targeted at the mass market, notably through its Flip Video line of digital camcorders. These camcorders are designed for simplicity and ease of use, particularly for Internet video sharing, featuring on-board software that facilitates one-click uploads to various online platforms. The Flip Ultra, a standout model, became the best-selling camcorder on Amazon soon after its launch, capturing a significant share of the camcorder market. It records video at 640x480 resolution and operates on 2 AA batteries, offering a straightforward design without complex features. Users can connect the device directly to a computer via a built-in USB connector, eliminating the need for additional cables. The Flip Ultra is available in different memory sizes, retailing between $150 and $180. In 2009, the company was acquired by Cisco, which ultimately discontinued the Flip line in 2011.
LitePoint
Venture Round in 2007
LitePoint is a company that specializes in designing, developing, and supporting advanced wireless test solutions aimed at developers of wireless devices, consumer electronics, contract manufacturers, and wireless integrated circuit designers. With a focus on optimizing and verifying the performance of wireless technologies, LitePoint has played a crucial role in the successful operation of over two billion cellular and connectivity devices globally. The company offers a range of products, including IQview for WLAN product testing, IQnxn for WiFi MIMO research and development, and IQnxnplus for multi-stream MIMO testing of WiMAX and WiFi products. LitePoint's solutions enhance return on investment, accelerate time-to-market, improve manufacturing yields, and elevate product quality for its clients.
Ruckus Wireless
Series D in 2006
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Quantenna Communications
Series A in 2006
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Dblur Technologies
Series B in 2006
Dblur Technologies specializes in software lens technology designed for various camera types, including cellular, digital, security, medical, and automotive cameras. Established in 2000 and located in Herzliya Pituach, Israel, the company focuses on delivering innovative software solutions primarily to camera manufacturers. Dblur Technologies also provides cost-effective solutions for mobile phone camera vendors, assisting in the design of miniature cameras.
Integration Associates
Venture Round in 2006
Integration Associates, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, designs and delivers tested wafers and packaged integrated circuits for RF, infrared, modem, and power management applications. The company offers EZRadio ICs, a wireless product to meet the needs of OEMs developing mesh network applications for consumer and industrial monitoring and control; ZigBee USB Dongle that provides a compliant interface, which can be connected to a host computer; EZSwitcher, a device that integrates various functions, which have been implemented discretely; EZ DAA products to span the isolation barriers; and ASIC solutions. It has operations in North America, South America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Oceania.
Integration Associates, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has offices and design centers in Hungary, Portugal, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. As of July 29, 2008, Integration Associates, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Silicon Laboratories, Inc.
WiQuest Communications
Series B in 2006
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™.
WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.
GalaxyCore
Seed Round in 2006
GalaxyCore is a Shanghai-based fabless imaging semiconductor company established in 2003. It designs, develops, and markets CMOS image sensor devices for mobile devices and consumer electronics, converting captured light into digital signals. The company also designs and markets LCD driver chips that control display panels. Its products are used by CMOS camera module manufacturers, LCD module manufacturers, end device manufacturers, and design houses worldwide. GalaxyCore emphasizes innovative design and efficient manufacturing, with additional offices in Shenzhen, Beijing, Hong Kong, and Taipei to support global customers.
Ruckus Wireless
Series B in 2005
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Gracenote
Series E in 2005
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.
Mirra, Inc. is a privately held company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in personal digital content protection and management. The company offers the Mirra Personal Server, aimed at consumers and small office/home office (SOHO) professionals who require an efficient and cost-effective solution for safeguarding, remotely accessing, and sharing their digital files, photos, and emails. Launched in 2003, the Mirra Personal Server addresses the growing need for reliable data protection as digital content becomes increasingly valuable. With the rise of digital cameras and broadband adoption, users are seeking straightforward methods to manage their expanding digital assets. Mirra's solution eliminates the complexities often associated with data management, making it accessible to users without requiring technical expertise.
Ruckus Wireless
Series A in 2004
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Ruckus Wireless
Seed Round in 2004
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Mirra, Inc. is a privately held company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in personal digital content protection and management. The company offers the Mirra Personal Server, aimed at consumers and small office/home office (SOHO) professionals who require an efficient and cost-effective solution for safeguarding, remotely accessing, and sharing their digital files, photos, and emails. Launched in 2003, the Mirra Personal Server addresses the growing need for reliable data protection as digital content becomes increasingly valuable. With the rise of digital cameras and broadband adoption, users are seeking straightforward methods to manage their expanding digital assets. Mirra's solution eliminates the complexities often associated with data management, making it accessible to users without requiring technical expertise.
Gracenote
Series D in 2004
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.
Integration Associates
Series B in 2004
Integration Associates, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, designs and delivers tested wafers and packaged integrated circuits for RF, infrared, modem, and power management applications. The company offers EZRadio ICs, a wireless product to meet the needs of OEMs developing mesh network applications for consumer and industrial monitoring and control; ZigBee USB Dongle that provides a compliant interface, which can be connected to a host computer; EZSwitcher, a device that integrates various functions, which have been implemented discretely; EZ DAA products to span the isolation barriers; and ASIC solutions. It has operations in North America, South America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Oceania.
Integration Associates, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has offices and design centers in Hungary, Portugal, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. As of July 29, 2008, Integration Associates, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Silicon Laboratories, Inc.
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company focuses on creating semiconductor and software products designed to enhance the performance of stereo wireless headsets. By integrating advanced technology into its offerings, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication devices.
RFWaves offers repair and upgrade services for HI-FI audio amplifiers and a range of tube amplifiers. Their services include tube vacuum amp repair, hypex class-D amplifiers, custom-built amplifiers, and subwoofer repair. They produce elekit products, noratel products, and custom-built amplifiers.
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company focuses on creating semiconductor and software products designed to enhance the performance of stereo wireless headsets. By integrating advanced technology into its offerings, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication devices.
Gracenote
Series C in 2002
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company focuses on creating semiconductor and software products designed to enhance the performance of stereo wireless headsets. By integrating advanced technology into its offerings, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication devices.
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company focuses on creating semiconductor and software products designed to enhance the performance of stereo wireless headsets. By integrating advanced technology into its offerings, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication devices.
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company focuses on creating semiconductor and software products designed to enhance the performance of stereo wireless headsets. By integrating advanced technology into its offerings, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication devices.
Webvan Group
Series D in 1999
Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer based in Foster City, California, specializing in the delivery of consumer products. The company operated a proprietary business model that combined a Webstore, distribution facilities, and a delivery system to provide a wide range of products. Its primary offerings included food, non-prescription drug products, and general merchandise such as housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, and entertainment products. The Webstore was tailored for each distribution facility, showcasing only the products available at that location, which included both traditional grocery items and non-grocery products. Despite its innovative approach, Webvan Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2001 and subsequently ceased operations.
Webvan Group
Series B in 1998
Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer based in Foster City, California, specializing in the delivery of consumer products. The company operated a proprietary business model that combined a Webstore, distribution facilities, and a delivery system to provide a wide range of products. Its primary offerings included food, non-prescription drug products, and general merchandise such as housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, and entertainment products. The Webstore was tailored for each distribution facility, showcasing only the products available at that location, which included both traditional grocery items and non-grocery products. Despite its innovative approach, Webvan Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2001 and subsequently ceased operations.
Webvan Group
Series A in 1997
Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer based in Foster City, California, specializing in the delivery of consumer products. The company operated a proprietary business model that combined a Webstore, distribution facilities, and a delivery system to provide a wide range of products. Its primary offerings included food, non-prescription drug products, and general merchandise such as housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, and entertainment products. The Webstore was tailored for each distribution facility, showcasing only the products available at that location, which included both traditional grocery items and non-grocery products. Despite its innovative approach, Webvan Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2001 and subsequently ceased operations.
Cypress Semiconductor
Venture Round in 1983
Cypress Semiconductor Corporation is a global leader in designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing embedded system solutions with a focus on high-performance, mixed-signal, and programmable technologies. The company operates in two primary segments: the Microcontroller and Connectivity Division, which offers a wide range of solutions including microcontrollers, wireless connectivity, USB controllers, and capacitive sensing technologies; and the Memory Products Division, which specializes in various memory products such as NOR flash memories, SRAM, and specialty memory devices. Cypress Semiconductor serves diverse markets including automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, telecommunications, and medical applications. Its products facilitate the creation of innovative, differentiated electronic systems, helping engineers to accelerate their time to market. Cypress sells its offerings through a combination of direct sales, distributors, and manufacturing representative firms. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Cypress Semiconductor Corporation is a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG.
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