NextInput markets a set of proprietary touch technologies to solve key drawbacks in the market of touch technology.
NextInput markets a set of proprietary touch technologies that solve key pains in the $20 billion market for touch technology. NextInput's ForceTouch technology is useful for a variety of electronic device interface applications, including touchscreens for next-generation smartphones and tablet PCs. NextInput was formed by a team of engineers and business professionals from Georgia Tech to commercialize a force-sensitive touch technology developed by COO Ian Campbell. Following a seed funding round in mid-2012, the company has brought successful products to market incorporating the technology and has developed market-ready touch surface demonstration kits.
Announced Date | Round | Money Raised | Number of Investors | Lead Investors | Post Valuation | |
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Apr 2, 2014 | Grant | $589.92K | 1 | National Science Foundation | — | Detail |
Dec 11, 2013 | Grant | $150K | 1 | National Science Foundation | — | Detail |
Feb 1, 2013 | Seed | $28K | 1 | — | — | Detail |
Dec 12, 2012 | Grant | $180K | 1 | National Science Foundation | — | Detail |
Investor Name | Lead Investor | Funding Round |
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National Science Foundation | Yes | Grant |
Alchemist Accelerator | — | Seed |