Upek is a brand known for its biometric security solutions, specializing in fingerprint authentication technology for various products.
Upek was founded in 2004.
The company is based in Emeryville, California, USA.
The founders of Upek are still unknown.
In 2010, Upek was acquired by AuthenTec, a leading provider of fingerprint authentication solutions.
AuthenTec, including the Upek brand, was subsequently acquired by Apple Inc. in 2012.
Apple then integrated the Upek's technology into the Touch ID fingerprint sensor, which debuted on the iPhone 5S in 2013.
Synaptics is a major competitor of Upek and offers a broad range of human interface solutions, including fingerprint sensors.
Goodix is another strong competitor in the fingerprint authentication market, providing fingerprint sensors and related software solutions.
Egis Technology is a leading provider of fingerprint authentication solutions, specializing in embedded fingerprint sensors.
Upek's most notable product is the Touch ID sensor, which is integrated into Apple's devices for fingerprint authentication purposes.
Upek also manufactures fingerprint modules for various applications, such as access control, personal computers, and healthcare devices.
Upek is known for its biometric security solutions, particularly its fingerprint authentication technology.
Upek was acquired by AuthenTec in 2010, which was subsequently acquired by Apple Inc. in 2012.
Upek is based in Emeryville, California, USA.
Upek's Touch ID technology is integrated into various Apple devices, including iPhones and iPads.
Yes, Upek provides fingerprint modules that can be used for access control systems.