Matrix Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 1977 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, supporting companies from the ideation phase through Series A funding. Matrix Partners focuses on various sectors, including applied artificial intelligence, B2B SaaS, digital health, fintech, and sustainable hardware. The firm prides itself on building long-term relationships with entrepreneurs, leveraging a team of former founders and experienced investors to foster significant, industry-leading companies. With a strong portfolio that includes notable investments like Oculus, Zendesk, and Afterpay, Matrix Partners has contributed to the success of numerous businesses, helping many achieve initial public offerings and profitable mergers and acquisitions. The firm combines local market knowledge with a global perspective, consistently ranking among the top venture firms in terms of returns to its investors.
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Ben Altshuler
Partner
Timothy Barrows
General Partner
Diana Kimball Berlin
Partner
Phyllis Doherty
Administrative Partner
Paul Ferri
Co-Founder
Wan Haoji
Partner
Patrick Malatack
General Partner
Harry Man
Partner
Kojo Osei
Partner
Kun Qian
Managing Director
Stan Reiss
General Partner
Brian Ru
Venture Partner
Bo Shao
Founding Managing Partner
David Skok
General Partner
Jared Sleeper
Partner
Dana Stalder
General Partner
David Su
Founding Managing Partner
Ilya Sukhar
General Partner
Sun Linghao
Managing Partner
Tong Ti
Vice President
Andrew Verhalen
General Partner
Huadong Wang
Partner
Kevin Xiong
Partner
Eric YU
Director
Past deals in Consumer Electronics
Thin Red Line
Angel Round in 2022
Thin Red Line is a technology company building the next-generation personal computing device platform after the smartphone. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in China.
Didao Microelectronics
Series A in 2022
Shenzhen Didao Microelectronics Technology is a company specializing in the research, production, and sales of electronic special materials, primarily for the semiconductor and flat panel display industries. The firm develops and manufactures products such as semiconductor cleaning agents and various types of photoresists, which are essential for lithography processes in integrated circuits and flat panel displays. With backing from venture capital, Didao Microelectronics aims to advance the technology and application of its specialized materials, contributing to the growth and innovation in the electronic manufacturing sector.
Qidi
Angel Round in 2022
The foundation of digital industries such as 5G, artificial intelligence, and big data has rapidly evolved, as have the underlying technologies for smart glasses such as displays, interaction, algorithms, and computing power.
Eaglechip
Angel Round in 2022
EagleChip is a chip design company that specializes in the development and design of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). It focuses on research and development, creating tailored electronic design automation (EDA) toolchains that cater to various industries. These industries include communications, data centers, industrial control, consumer electronics, smart vehicles, video processing, and medical electronics. EagleChip aims to provide high-quality FPGA chip solutions to meet the specific needs of its customers, ensuring a reliable domestic supply in the competitive semiconductor market.
Xinling Semiconductor
Seed Round in 2022
Shanghai Xinling Semiconductor has accumulated years of experience in the design, process, packaging, certification, and market channels of automotive-grade power amplifier chips. Adhering to the concept of good sound and using Xinling, it creates high-end products and considerate services, which are compatible with automotive acoustics. Partners build a prosperous new ecology for the new energy automotive acoustics industry.
Unitree Robotics
Series B in 2022
Unitree Robotics, founded in 2016 and based in Hangzhou, China, specializes in the development of innovative robotic solutions for consumer and industrial markets. The company's diverse portfolio features a range of robots, including quadrupeds like Laikago, a four-legged robodog designed as a research platform for scientists and roboticists. Additionally, Unitree Robotics offers humanoid robots and advanced perception systems, catering to various applications across different sectors.
INMO Glass
Seed Round in 2021
INMO Glass are Foldable, monocular Augmented Reality (AR) glasses.
Trifo
Series C in 2021
Trifo is an AI home robot company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, China. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing integrated hardware and software systems for indoor home environments, particularly focusing on vacuum robots. These robots possess advanced sensing, perception, and decision-making capabilities, allowing them to interact with and organize home spaces effectively. Trifo's products leverage artificial intelligence to understand the physical and semantic aspects of their surroundings, enabling them to learn new skills over time. Additionally, the company develops software and a Software Development Kit (SDK) to facilitate the integration of its products into user projects, enhancing the overall user experience in home automation.
Xinling Semiconductor
Angel Round in 2021
Shanghai Xinling Semiconductor has accumulated years of experience in the design, process, packaging, certification, and market channels of automotive-grade power amplifier chips. Adhering to the concept of good sound and using Xinling, it creates high-end products and considerate services, which are compatible with automotive acoustics. Partners build a prosperous new ecology for the new energy automotive acoustics industry.
Ambilight
Series B in 2021
Ambilight focuses on smart and flexible thin-film innovation and manufacturing. The company has multiple international leading technologies, ranging from material synthesis, manufacturing to product design. Two innovation centers, located in Shenzhen and the US, are working strategically with multiple Fortune Global 500 companies.
Addx.ai
Series A in 2021
Founded in early 2018, JG is a smart home operating system developer dedicated to building an AIOT intelligent platform that provides AI edge computing and video cloud solutions that connect end-product manufacturing brands, OEMs and consumers around the world. The founding team members are from companies and institutions such as Amazon, Dajiang, Segway, Tsinghua, and Swiss Federal Institute of Technology.
Zihaiguo
Series C in 2020
Zihaiguo specializes in the development and retail of self-heating hot pots, transforming the traditional hot pot experience. Utilizing advanced freeze-drying technology, the company offers a range of convenient, easy-to-prepare meals packaged in aluminum foil lunch boxes. This innovative approach allows customers to enjoy a variety of flavorful hot pot dishes without the need for extensive cooking, thereby enabling them to spend more time on leisure activities. Zihaiguo's products cater to those seeking quick and satisfying meal options at home.
Trifo
Series B in 2020
Trifo is an AI home robot company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, China. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing integrated hardware and software systems for indoor home environments, particularly focusing on vacuum robots. These robots possess advanced sensing, perception, and decision-making capabilities, allowing them to interact with and organize home spaces effectively. Trifo's products leverage artificial intelligence to understand the physical and semantic aspects of their surroundings, enabling them to learn new skills over time. Additionally, the company develops software and a Software Development Kit (SDK) to facilitate the integration of its products into user projects, enhancing the overall user experience in home automation.
Flowclub
Seed Round in 2019
FLOW is an e-cigarette brand, mainly providing users with bombing and atomizing smoke. It uses smoked tobacco cartridges containing nicotine salt (used in place of nicotine). It is available in white, black and blue. It has been registered in Taobao. Full pre-sale. The brand's first e-cigarette product uses a 320mAh battery, charging time is about 1 hour, 210-330 ports can be pumped under slow power, and the waterproof level reaches IP56, “can prevent strong splashing water”. FLOW's e-cigarette is a "rebounding atomized smoke", which uses a smoker cartridge containing nicotine salt (used in place of nicotine). These types of electronic cigarettes are often referred to as "smoke" and have become popular in the market in recent years. They are characterized by no burning waste such as tar and carbon monoxide, which can effectively reduce the harm compared with traditional tobacco.
PayRange
Convertible Note in 2018
PayRange is a simple mobile payment solution for vending, parking, transit ticketing, laundry, amusement, and more. In under a minute, operators of machines can install the PayRange BluKey without any tools enabling the machine to accept mobile payment. PayRange was founded by long-time industry expert Paresh Patel to provide operators and consumers with the simplest, most accessible mobile payment solution possible. The solution includes a low-cost device that can be retrofitted into virtually any machine enabling it to accept mobile payments via Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE). While PayRange’s system is designed to be extremely simple for the users, the complexity is abstracted behind the scenes. The PayRange system includes three elements: low-cost hardware, free app, and back-end service. Credit cards are processed directly by a PCI compliant provider.
Trifo
Series A in 2018
Trifo is an AI home robot company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, China. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing integrated hardware and software systems for indoor home environments, particularly focusing on vacuum robots. These robots possess advanced sensing, perception, and decision-making capabilities, allowing them to interact with and organize home spaces effectively. Trifo's products leverage artificial intelligence to understand the physical and semantic aspects of their surroundings, enabling them to learn new skills over time. Additionally, the company develops software and a Software Development Kit (SDK) to facilitate the integration of its products into user projects, enhancing the overall user experience in home automation.
XGimi
Corporate Round in 2018
XGimi is a Chinese company based in Chengdu that specializes in the design and manufacture of multi-functional projectors and laser TVs. Founded in 2012, XGimi focuses on creating high-performance, high-definition projectors that incorporate an Android operating system and offer three-dimensional viewing capabilities. The company aims to provide affordable giant-screen projection solutions to consumers worldwide, emphasizing innovation and quality in its product offerings.
PayRange
Venture Round in 2017
PayRange is a simple mobile payment solution for vending, parking, transit ticketing, laundry, amusement, and more. In under a minute, operators of machines can install the PayRange BluKey without any tools enabling the machine to accept mobile payment. PayRange was founded by long-time industry expert Paresh Patel to provide operators and consumers with the simplest, most accessible mobile payment solution possible. The solution includes a low-cost device that can be retrofitted into virtually any machine enabling it to accept mobile payments via Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE). While PayRange’s system is designed to be extremely simple for the users, the complexity is abstracted behind the scenes. The PayRange system includes three elements: low-cost hardware, free app, and back-end service. Credit cards are processed directly by a PCI compliant provider.
Trifo
Series A in 2017
Trifo is an AI home robot company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, China. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing integrated hardware and software systems for indoor home environments, particularly focusing on vacuum robots. These robots possess advanced sensing, perception, and decision-making capabilities, allowing them to interact with and organize home spaces effectively. Trifo's products leverage artificial intelligence to understand the physical and semantic aspects of their surroundings, enabling them to learn new skills over time. Additionally, the company develops software and a Software Development Kit (SDK) to facilitate the integration of its products into user projects, enhancing the overall user experience in home automation.
Moran Cognitive Technology
Series A in 2017
Mor.AI is an artificial intelligence company focusing on Cognitive Computing and Natural Language Understanding technology. It serves as a Conversational Services Search Platform, based on in-house voice interaction of ‘Noise reduction+Automatic Speech Recognition + Multi-round dialogue+Knowledge Graph’. In the cloud, Mor.AI connected services and contents of 50+ fields and provided 10+ transaction services. Through mainly voice interaction and with the Conversational Services Search Platform, Mor.AI built Internet of Things and Internet of Vehicles. In the home appliance industry, Mor.AI is in in-depth cooperation with manufacturers such as vivo, Konka, TCL and Sharp. In the automotive industry, it is in partnership with a number of international and local car manufacturers, for instance, Mercedes-Benz and SAIC MAXUS.
PayRange
Series A in 2015
PayRange is a simple mobile payment solution for vending, parking, transit ticketing, laundry, amusement, and more. In under a minute, operators of machines can install the PayRange BluKey without any tools enabling the machine to accept mobile payment. PayRange was founded by long-time industry expert Paresh Patel to provide operators and consumers with the simplest, most accessible mobile payment solution possible. The solution includes a low-cost device that can be retrofitted into virtually any machine enabling it to accept mobile payments via Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE). While PayRange’s system is designed to be extremely simple for the users, the complexity is abstracted behind the scenes. The PayRange system includes three elements: low-cost hardware, free app, and back-end service. Credit cards are processed directly by a PCI compliant provider.
Aevena
Seed Round in 2015
Aevena develops fully autonomous consumer robots designed to re-imagine daily lives through personal robotics. Its robots are self-flying and are equipped with sensors, computer vision, and machine learning, enabling consumers to overcome complex challenges and enhance their daily lives. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
Sound Group
Series C in 2015
Sound Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SOGP) is a global audio-centric social and entertainment company driven by a clear mission and vision: building the world’s largest audio platform to better connect and communicate. The Company is dedicated to shaping a future where audio not only bridges gaps but also amplifies human connection through the power of sound. Sound Group Inc. has been listed on Nasdaq since January 2020.
Eqingdan
Angel Round in 2015
Eqingdan, known as "The List," operates an online platform that serves as a lifestyle product guide for the emerging middle class in China. The platform provides users with comprehensive information on daily necessities, merchandise, and product reviews, empowering them to make informed purchasing decisions. Available across various hardware and content platforms, including PCs, apps, and WeChat, Eqingdan has rapidly gained a significant user base, leveraging user-generated content to enhance its editorial offerings. This approach not only enriches the quality of information available to consumers but also ensures that the platform remains authentic and relevant in addressing the needs of its audience.
Qualtré
Series C in 2014
Qualtré, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state silicon micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) motion sensors, catering to various markets such as industrial, mobile, consumer, and automotive sectors. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating both analog and digital output three-axis angular rate sensor/gyroscope and single-axis MEMS gyroscopes. Its products serve diverse applications, including consumer electronics, navigation, platform stabilization, health and fitness monitoring, automotive systems, gaming, and indoor location services. Qualtré is focused on advancing its proprietary multi-axis bulk acoustic wave (BAW) MEMS gyroscope technology, which aims to deliver high performance at a competitive cost while ensuring environmental resilience. The company's intellectual property portfolio includes numerous patents related to product architecture and manufacturing processes. With a management team experienced in MEMS and semiconductor technologies, Qualtré has built a strong engineering team skilled in various aspects of MEMS product development, positioning itself strategically in an area rich in engineering talent.
Phantom
Series A in 2013
Phantom Smart is a research and development design service provider of autonomic 2.4G network-based household products. The company’s flagship product is the Phantom Smart Maiden Voyage Set that includes two smart lights (Nova), a wireless switch (Stick and press), an environmental control (EcoTower), and a gateway (TelePort). These products allow users to remotely control the AC, check home temperature and humidity, and check if there are harmful gases present in homes. Through digitization of homes, Phantom Smart provides more life possibilities for users.
Heptagon Advanced Micro Optics
Series F in 2013
Heptagon provides intelligent micro optics systems for smart devices.Their industry leadership in imaging, light and sensors results from a unique combination of wafer-level integration, pragmatic innovation, total supply chain control, a culture of integrity, and a 20+ year track record of delivering breakthrough technologies to leading OEMs.
Heptagon Advanced Micro Optics
Series E in 2012
Heptagon provides intelligent micro optics systems for smart devices.Their industry leadership in imaging, light and sensors results from a unique combination of wafer-level integration, pragmatic innovation, total supply chain control, a culture of integrity, and a 20+ year track record of delivering breakthrough technologies to leading OEMs.
Xiaomi Technology
Series C in 2012
Xiaomi Corporation is a technology company headquartered in Beijing, China, founded in 2010. It specializes in manufacturing and marketing smartphones, consumer electronics, and Internet of Things (IoT) products. Xiaomi operates through several segments, including Smartphones, IoT and Lifestyle Products, Internet Services, and Others. The Smartphones segment includes a range of Android-based devices, while the IoT and Lifestyle Products segment features smart TVs, laptops, AI speakers, and various smart hardware. Additionally, Xiaomi provides Internet services such as advertising and value-added services. The company has expanded its presence internationally and is a leading smartphone brand in India and increasing its market share in Europe. Xiaomi is known for its commitment to innovation and customer feedback, which informs its product development. It sells its products through online platforms and retail stores across multiple countries.
ConvenientPower HK
Series B in 2011
ConvenientPower HK designs and develops innovative wireless power applications for users of mobile electronics. The company offers wireless QI charging pads for QI-certified receiver devices through retail stores. It has a strategic alliance with Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions Corp. ConvenientPower HK was founded in January 2006 and is based in Shatin, Hong Kong.
ihush.com
Series B in 2011
Ihush is an online sales platform offering special sale items (less than 50% discount) from international fashion brands. It has been authorized by the appropriate channels. In Europe, it is a popular sales model where an online on-sale website is managed by a professional shopping website supported by numerous big brands and their products. Consumers can break the limitations of space and location, receiving special offer information and buying favorite items through the network platform. From the end of 2008 to now, this model has been demonstrating substantial growth in China. So far, it has collaborated with over 500 international brands and it provides costumes, bags and suitcases, home appliance, products for infants and mothers, beauty products, tourism packages, and more. The product information is updated at noon every day and the sale for each brand lasts 3 to 7 days.
Sound Group
Series B in 2011
Sound Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SOGP) is a global audio-centric social and entertainment company driven by a clear mission and vision: building the world’s largest audio platform to better connect and communicate. The Company is dedicated to shaping a future where audio not only bridges gaps but also amplifies human connection through the power of sound. Sound Group Inc. has been listed on Nasdaq since January 2020.
ihush.com
Series A in 2010
Ihush is an online sales platform offering special sale items (less than 50% discount) from international fashion brands. It has been authorized by the appropriate channels. In Europe, it is a popular sales model where an online on-sale website is managed by a professional shopping website supported by numerous big brands and their products. Consumers can break the limitations of space and location, receiving special offer information and buying favorite items through the network platform. From the end of 2008 to now, this model has been demonstrating substantial growth in China. So far, it has collaborated with over 500 international brands and it provides costumes, bags and suitcases, home appliance, products for infants and mothers, beauty products, tourism packages, and more. The product information is updated at noon every day and the sale for each brand lasts 3 to 7 days.
Qualtré
Series B in 2010
Qualtré, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state silicon micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) motion sensors, catering to various markets such as industrial, mobile, consumer, and automotive sectors. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating both analog and digital output three-axis angular rate sensor/gyroscope and single-axis MEMS gyroscopes. Its products serve diverse applications, including consumer electronics, navigation, platform stabilization, health and fitness monitoring, automotive systems, gaming, and indoor location services. Qualtré is focused on advancing its proprietary multi-axis bulk acoustic wave (BAW) MEMS gyroscope technology, which aims to deliver high performance at a competitive cost while ensuring environmental resilience. The company's intellectual property portfolio includes numerous patents related to product architecture and manufacturing processes. With a management team experienced in MEMS and semiconductor technologies, Qualtré has built a strong engineering team skilled in various aspects of MEMS product development, positioning itself strategically in an area rich in engineering talent.
Sound Group
Series A in 2010
Sound Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SOGP) is a global audio-centric social and entertainment company driven by a clear mission and vision: building the world’s largest audio platform to better connect and communicate. The Company is dedicated to shaping a future where audio not only bridges gaps but also amplifies human connection through the power of sound. Sound Group Inc. has been listed on Nasdaq since January 2020.
ConvenientPower HK
Series A in 2009
ConvenientPower HK designs and develops innovative wireless power applications for users of mobile electronics. The company offers wireless QI charging pads for QI-certified receiver devices through retail stores. It has a strategic alliance with Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions Corp. ConvenientPower HK was founded in January 2006 and is based in Shatin, Hong Kong.
Qualtré
Series A in 2008
Qualtré, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of solid-state silicon micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) motion sensors, catering to various markets such as industrial, mobile, consumer, and automotive sectors. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating both analog and digital output three-axis angular rate sensor/gyroscope and single-axis MEMS gyroscopes. Its products serve diverse applications, including consumer electronics, navigation, platform stabilization, health and fitness monitoring, automotive systems, gaming, and indoor location services. Qualtré is focused on advancing its proprietary multi-axis bulk acoustic wave (BAW) MEMS gyroscope technology, which aims to deliver high performance at a competitive cost while ensuring environmental resilience. The company's intellectual property portfolio includes numerous patents related to product architecture and manufacturing processes. With a management team experienced in MEMS and semiconductor technologies, Qualtré has built a strong engineering team skilled in various aspects of MEMS product development, positioning itself strategically in an area rich in engineering talent.
Redline Communications
Series D in 2005
Redline Communications is a provider of advanced wireless broadband solutions, specializing in private wireless networks for industrial and mission-critical applications. With over 150,000 installations across 130 countries, the company offers a range of products, including broadband fixed wireless base stations and network management systems designed for both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint applications. Redline's expertise enables service providers, enterprises, and government organizations to deploy cost-effective, high-bandwidth services, encompassing video, voice, and data communications. The company has established a significant presence in the Americas, Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Asia Pacific, with a notable portion of its revenue originating from the Middle East region. Redline continues to focus on innovation, exemplified by its award-winning product lines such as the AN-80i, RDL-2000, and RDL-3000, ensuring its leadership in the wireless industry.
Grandis
Venture Round in 2005
Grandis is a pioneer in the development and licensing of innovative non-volatile memory solutions based on advanced research in spintronics. The company specializes in spin transfer torque random access memory products, which are designed to store, manipulate, and transmit information for the semiconductor industry. Grandis licenses these products to technology companies engaged in the design, development, and manufacturing of consumer electronics, personal computers, as well as equipment used in automotive, medical, military, and space applications. The company's mission is to facilitate the creation of revolutionary products through the application of the electron's spin.
Redline Communications
Venture Round in 2004
Redline Communications is a provider of advanced wireless broadband solutions, specializing in private wireless networks for industrial and mission-critical applications. With over 150,000 installations across 130 countries, the company offers a range of products, including broadband fixed wireless base stations and network management systems designed for both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint applications. Redline's expertise enables service providers, enterprises, and government organizations to deploy cost-effective, high-bandwidth services, encompassing video, voice, and data communications. The company has established a significant presence in the Americas, Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Asia Pacific, with a notable portion of its revenue originating from the Middle East region. Redline continues to focus on innovation, exemplified by its award-winning product lines such as the AN-80i, RDL-2000, and RDL-3000, ensuring its leadership in the wireless industry.
E-mu Systems
Venture Round in 1990
E-mu Systems is a developer and manufacturer of digital audio products tailored for musicians and audio professionals. The company specializes in designing and marketing a diverse range of products, including audio interfaces, software instruments, digital audio systems, performance keyboards, wireless products, and accessories. E-mu Systems aims to provide premium studio-grade audiophile reference headphones that prioritize comfort and flexibility. These headphones feature a lightweight frame and an adjustable leather headband designed for optimal fit, catering to discerning music listeners. The company's products are available through online platforms, local retail stores, and distributors, ensuring accessibility for its target audience.
Apple
Seed Round in 1977
Apple is a multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets a range of consumer electronics and software products. Its primary offerings include the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, Apple Watch, and Apple TV, which are complemented by a suite of software applications, operating systems such as iOS and macOS, and services like iCloud. Established in 1976 by Steven Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, Apple has built a reputation for innovation, exemplified by the introduction of the Macintosh, the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface. The company operates globally, selling its products through retail and online stores, as well as through third-party carriers and resellers. With a focus on creating an integrated ecosystem, Apple continues to expand its offerings in areas such as streaming services and augmented reality, while its hardware and software are designed to work seamlessly together. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple ranks among the largest and most admired companies worldwide.
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