# NextInput

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/nextinput

- Industry: Electronics
- Headquarters: Mountain View, US
- Website: www.nextinput.com
- Total disclosed funding: $27M
- Latest round: Series B (Mar 13, 2018)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

NextInput, Inc. develops advanced MEMS-based force-sensing technology, providing innovative solutions that enhance user interaction through sophisticated human-machine interfaces in various devices including mobile and automotive applications.NextInput, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Mountain View, US. The company specializes in MEMS-based force-sensing technology and has pivoted its focus towards providing solutions for eliminating physical buttons in devices. Founder and CEO Ali Foughi has extensive experience in the technology sector. As of May 2021, NextInput raised a total of USD 13.00 mn in Series B funding, led by Cota Capital, Sierra Ventures, and UMC Capital, which marked the company's latest investment round, raising the total amount raised to USD 13.00 mn with a current valuation of USD 58.38 mn.NextInput, Inc. specializes in MEMS-based force-sensing technology, delivering a silicon-based solution that emphasizes reliability, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Their primary offerings consist of force-sensing solutions aimed at enhancing user interaction across diverse devices, specifically in mobile and wearable technologies, automotive interfaces, consumer electronics, and industrial applications. The company collaborates with clients to streamline design integration and enhance user experience, effectively catering to manufacturers wishing to implement sophisticated human-machine interfaces (HMIs) globally across North America, Asia, and Europe.NextInput generates revenue primarily through B2B transactions targeting manufacturers in consumer electronics, automotive systems, and industrial devices. Their business model focuses on direct sales of force-sensing solutions and software-defined button technologies as integral components of product development. Partnerships with leading manufacturers facilitate the seamless integration of NextInput's solutions into client products, thereby enhancing the overall user experience. While specific pricing details are undisclosed, the revenue structure is supported by bulk orders and long-term contracts with clients integrating NextInput's technology into their offerings.Following the acquisition by Qorvo, Inc. in May 2021, NextInput aims to leverage its technology to enhance content in the Mobile, TWS, Automotive, and IoT markets. The funding raised will support the development of new force-sensing products designed for these sectors. As NextInput integrates its solutions with Qorvo, expansion into new markets, specifically targeting the IoT sector, is anticipated by late 2022.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Mar 13, 2018, $13M — Sierra Ventures, Cota Capital, UMC Capital
- Series A, Mar 22, 2016, $3M — DHVC, Cota Capital, UMC Capital
- Series A, Dec 10, 2015, $11M — Sierra Ventures, Intel Capital, GoerTek Group Co., Ltd.

## Investors

- Sierra Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sierra-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Intel Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/intel-capital) — Series A
- GoerTek Group Co., Ltd. — Series A
- DHVC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dhvc) — Series A
- Cota Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cota-capital) — Series A, Series B
- UMC Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/umc-capital) — Series A, Series B