Computer Peripherals Industry Competitors

ADS Technologies manufactures computer peripheral equipment for the consumer and professional markets. It products include video encoders and converters, video capture devices, TV tuners, and accessories for digital music players. ADS markets its professional products, including a broad line of video capture cards, through its PYRO AV division....

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BiTMICRO Networks has a solid understanding of data storage. The company specializes in flash memory-based, solid-state disk storage. Its products range from consumer-oriented cards and drives to large-scale network storage systems for military, industrial, and enterprise customers....

Ergotron puts ergonomic mounts on display -- or maybe it's the other way around. The company provides computer display and television mounts, including desk- and wall-mount, multi-monitor, portable computer, and large display models. It also offers computer carts and accessories such as wrist rests, extension arms, and mouse holders....

Giga-Byte Technology is a leading manufacturer of motherboards and computer peripheral equipment. In addition to motherboards, its product menu features servers, graphics accelerators, thermal solutions (chassis and coolers), notebook personal computers, desktop computers, wireless communications equipment, and mobile phones....

Griffin Technology makes computer and digital music device accessories and peripherals. The bulk of its products are designed for use with Apple's computers and iPod digital media player. Computer products include laptop stands, laptop lights, and computer microphones....

Mark of the Unicorn is not a secret society for pink-clad six-year-old girls. It is MOTU, a manufacturer and distributor of computer hardware and software used for music and voice recording, mixing, and editing. Its Digital Performer is a package for Musical Instruments Digital Interface (MIDI) and audio sequencing....

Micro-Star International (MSI) is a bright light in the constellation of computer peripheral manufacturers. Founded in 1986, MSI produces motherboards, add-on cards, servers and workstations, PCs, optical storage devices, and communication devices. MSI also makes consumer electronics products such as MP3 players, pen drives, and USB DTV receivers....

Network Technology provides computer hardware, software, and related electronic devices. The company's Ringdale subsidiary produces goods ranging from PCs and printers to smart card readers, access control systems, scanners, and fax machines. Network Technology's Nextus unit provides contract manufacturing services including circuit board printing, general machining, laser marking, and sheet metal work....

NYKO Technologies makes computer peripherals such as cables and plugs, wireless hand controllers for video games, memory cards, and iPod accessories. The company specializes in interactive entertainment, computing, consumer electronics, and portable audio, as well as online and wireless technologies....

Reigncom manufactures digital music and CD players, portable gaming devices, electronic dictionaries, and other digital entertainment devices. The company is best known by its iriver brand. Reigncom's iriver subsidiary markets digital music and video players in Asia, Europe, and North America....

Videon Central develops digital audio and video technology components, including Predator Plus DVD processor boards, Aquarius HDTV receiver cards, and digital VCR platforms. The company works with several semiconductor manufacturers in designing its hardware, such as Broadcom, Cirrus Logic, Conexant Systems, and National Semiconductor....

X10 Wireless Technology thinks your home should be an automated castle. The company provides networking, entertainment, and security products for homes and small businesses, including wireless video cameras and remote sensors and controllers. X10 Wireless was originally a division of Hong Kong-based X10 Ltd....

Xtreme Accessories outfits more than one apple a day. The company (also known as XtremeMac) manufactures accessories for Apple's audio, video, and communication products. Designed for use with iPod music players, as well as the iPhone and Apple TV, its product line includes cases, chargers, FM transmitters, headphones, home theater cables, recorders, and speakers....

Z Corporation strives to be the last word in rapid prototyping. The company makes high-speed 3-D printers -- machines that use computer-aided design (CAD) data to create physical prototypes of engineers' designs. The company's various models combine starch- or plaster-based powders with binding agents to produce high-precision models; many designs can be turned out for a few dollars in less than an hour....

Andrea Electronics wants to make a big noise with its Anti-Noise technology. The company's Anti-Noise products include software that increases voice clarity and reduces background noise, plus headsets that enhance audio in high-noise environments. Andrea Electronics also offers voice recognition products for voice-activated computing applications such as word processing....

Computers are still an important part of its mix, but these days music-related products are at the top of Apple's playlist. The company scored a runaway hit with its digital music players (iPod) and online music store (iTunes). Apple's desktop and laptop computers -- all of which feature its OS X operating system -- include its Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook for the consumer and education markets, and more powerful Mac Pro and MacBook Pro for high-end consumers and professionals involved in design and publishing....

Bokks designs media player hardware and software used for digital signage and portable entertainment products. It also provides customization and system integration services and provides decoder technology to the security industry. Its Bokks CM software is a customizable content management tool that runs on the Linux operating system....

iGo (formerly Mobility Electronics) has the power to keep electronics running. The company designs power products for portable electronics such as notebook computers, mobile phones, digital music players, handheld computers, and gaming systems. iGo's product line includes AC, DC, combination AC/DC, and battery-based unversial power adapters....

UPEK takes a biometric approach to computer security. The company provides fingerprint sensors used to secure access to notebook computers. Its devices can also be incorporated into mobile phones, portable storage devices, and other handheld electronics. In addition to reading fingerprints, some of the company's modules provide navigation functions....