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Logitech
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NameLogitech
Founded2 October 1981
FoundersDaniel Borel, Pierluigi Zappacosta, Giacomo Marini
LocationLausanne, Switzerland; Newark, California, United States
IndustryComputer hardware, Consumer electronics
ProductsMice, Keyboards, Webcams, Headphones, Video conferencing equipment, Gaming peripherals

Logitech. The company is a Swiss-American multinational manufacturer of computer peripherals and software, with dual headquarters in Lausanne and Newark, California. Founded in 1981, it has grown from a pioneer in the computer mouse market to a leading designer of products for PC navigation, video communication, music, smart home devices, and gaming. Its extensive portfolio includes brands like Ultimate Ears, Jaybird, ASTRO Gaming, and Streamlabs, serving both consumer and business markets globally.

History

The company was established on October 2, 1981, in Apples, Vaud, Switzerland, by Stanford University graduates Daniel Borel, Pierluigi Zappacosta, and Giacomo Marini. Its first major product was the P4 mouse, developed in partnership with Mouse Systems Corporation and Hewlett-Packard. A pivotal early contract to supply Microsoft with mice for its new Windows operating system propelled its initial growth. Throughout the 1990s, it expanded its peripheral lineup significantly, introducing popular devices like the TrackMan marble mouse and the Cordless Desktop keyboard and mouse combo. Key acquisitions, such as Labtec in 2001 and Ultimate Ears in 2008, diversified its offerings into audio. The 2010s saw strategic moves into new categories, including the purchase of Jaybird in 2016, ASTRO Gaming in 2017, and the software platform Streamlabs in 2019, solidifying its presence in mobile audio, esports, and content creation.

Products

Its product range is organized into several key categories. For creativity and productivity, it offers mice, keyboards, and tablet accessories, including the MX Master series and Logitech Crayon. Video collaboration solutions, such as the MeetUp system and Rally Bar, cater to the Zoom and Microsoft Teams ecosystems. In the gaming sector, its Logitech G and ASTRO Gaming brands produce high-performance mice like the G Pro X Superlight, keyboards, headsets, and racing wheels. The personal audio division, encompassing Ultimate Ears wireless speakers and Jaybird sport headphones, focuses on portable sound. The portfolio is rounded out by smart home offerings, including the Harmony universal remote line and Circle home security products, alongside streaming tools from Streamlabs and Blue Microphones.

Corporate affairs

The company operates under a non-traditional dual-headquarters structure, with its legal domicile in Switzerland and operational headquarters in California. It is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the symbol LOGN and on the NASDAQ as LOGI. Leadership has included long-time CEO Bracken Darrell from 2012 to 2023, who was succeeded by Hanneke Faber. Its global operations encompass offices and research facilities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Major manufacturing partners and supply chain logistics are managed throughout Asia, with a significant presence in Suzhou, China. The corporate brand portfolio strategy has been shaped by key acquisitions, integrating companies like Saitek, Blue Microphones, and Poly (video division) into its business units.

Technology and innovation

The firm has been instrumental in advancing peripheral technology, holding numerous patents for optical sensors, wireless connectivity, and ergonomic design. It developed early innovations like the marble tracking mechanism and popularized the use of RF and Bluetooth wireless protocols in keyboards and mice. Its Darkfield Laser Tracking technology, later refined for high-performance gaming sensors, allowed precision on surfaces like glass. In audio, its collaboration with Dolby Laboratories on Dolby Atmos for headphones and proprietary audio codecs for Ultimate Ears has been notable. For gaming, innovations include the Lightspeed wireless protocol, Hybrid Mesh switches in keyboards, and integration with platforms like NVIDIA G-Sync and Microsoft DirectX.

Environmental and social initiatives

The company has committed to ambitious sustainability goals, aiming for carbon neutrality and designing products with post-consumer recycled plastic. It participates in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation network to advance circular economy principles. Its products have earned certifications from ENERGY STAR and the EPEAT registry. Socially, it supports initiatives like Girls Who Code and the World Economic Forum’s Reskilling Revolution, focusing on STEM education and digital inclusion. The Logitech Foundation partners with organizations such as Save the Children and Right To Play to improve access to education and technology for underserved communities globally.

Category:Computer hardware companies Category:Companies based in Vaud Category:Companies listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange Category:Companies listed on NASDAQ