Qualcomm Ventures

Lumenuity develops advanced optical solutions for mobile and augmented reality devices. The company focuses on hard-science optics to enable smaller, lighter systems with enhanced imaging performance. Its platform includes technologies such as 2-in-1 cameras, double optical resolution, and thinner camera modules, helping smartphone and AR manufacturers achieve higher performance, reduced form factor, and lower costs. These capabilities translate into improved phone and drone cameras and lighter AR headsets for consumers.

Lytro is a pioneering company focused on developing advanced Light Field imaging platform technologies, enabling artists, scientists, and innovators to achieve unprecedented creative freedom and control. Founded in 2006 by Ren Ng, who earned recognition for his groundbreaking Ph.D. research in Light Field imaging, Lytro introduced its first consumer Light Field camera in 2012. This was followed by the release of the Lytro ILLUM and associated software tools in 2014, which expanded the application of Light Field technology beyond photography to various fields, including cinematography and industrial uses. In 2015, Lytro further diversified its offerings by entering the realms of virtual reality and scientific applications, establishing itself as a central player in a new technology ecosystem. With a commitment to enhancing visual quality and creative possibilities, Lytro’s products allow users to capture multi-dimensional data from multiple angles, thereby transforming the landscape of computational imaging. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

360fly specializes in creating innovative products and software for immersive 360° video experiences. They offer unique panoramic cameras like the 360fly HD and 4K, catering to both extreme sports enthusiasts and everyday users seeking to captivate audiences with interactive videos.

360fly specializes in creating innovative products and software for immersive 360° video experiences. They offer unique panoramic cameras like the 360fly HD and 4K, catering to both extreme sports enthusiasts and everyday users seeking to captivate audiences with interactive videos.

Light Labs Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in advancing photography through innovative technology. The company's flagship product, the Light L16 Camera, is a multi-aperture computational camera designed to deliver DSLR-quality images in a compact, pocket-sized format. By employing multiple lenses and sophisticated computational algorithms, the L16 captures high-definition photographs that combine the perspectives from several apertures simultaneously. This technology allows users to obtain a 52-megapixel image with exceptional detail and clarity, making high-quality photography more accessible to everyday users. Light's commitment to pushing the boundaries of camera technology aims to revolutionize the way individuals capture and experience photography.

Pelican Imaging Corporation is a venture-backed software start-up focused on commercializing advanced computational camera technologies for the smartphone market. The company is developing innovative array sensor technology that delivers highly accurate depth data in real time for both images and video. This technology enhances augmented reality applications by offering precise near-field and far-field depth data across various lighting conditions, enabling real-time processing and dynamic calibration. Pelican Imaging's multi-camera imaging solutions facilitate features such as post-capture refocusing, object segmentation, linear depth measurements, and 3D model creation, thereby improving user experience and functionality across devices.

Pelican Imaging Corporation is a venture-backed software start-up focused on commercializing advanced computational camera technologies for the smartphone market. The company is developing innovative array sensor technology that delivers highly accurate depth data in real time for both images and video. This technology enhances augmented reality applications by offering precise near-field and far-field depth data across various lighting conditions, enabling real-time processing and dynamic calibration. Pelican Imaging's multi-camera imaging solutions facilitate features such as post-capture refocusing, object segmentation, linear depth measurements, and 3D model creation, thereby improving user experience and functionality across devices.