Varioptic

Consumer ProductsSeries CLyon, Francevarioptic.com

Latest round

Series C

Last raised

Jun 2006

Total raised

$36M

Investors

5

About Varioptic

Varioptic specializes in innovative adjustable lens solutions, utilizing electrowetting technology for applications in automotive, life sciences, and optical communications.Founded in 2002 in Lyon, France, Varioptic develops adjustable lenses leveraging electrowetting technology. The company had a significant pivot in May 2011 when it was acquired by Parrot. Its primary focus remains on variable focus lens technology. Varioptic has established a global presence, serving clients across North America, Europe, and Asia.Corning® Varioptic® Lenses offers adjustable lens solutions based on electrowetting technology, enabling rapid focus changes without moving parts. Their product lineup includes the A-Series Variable Focus Lenses, A-PE-Series high integration lenses, and autofocus lens modules like the C-S, C-C, and C-T Series.Corning® Varioptic® Lenses generates revenue through B2B sales to industrial clients and partnerships with semiconductor manufacturers for driver ICs. Their sales model emphasizes direct agreements for lens purchases and development kits.Varioptic plans to expand its product offerings by developing new lens products, although specific release dates are not detailed. The company is also targeting growth in new markets, focusing on expanding its reach within North America, Europe, and Asia.

Who invested in Varioptic

5 investors across 4 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series C

    Jun 14, 2006

    Amount

    $1.3M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series C

    Apr 25, 2006

    Amount

    $20M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Series B

    May 27, 2004

    Amount

    $12M

    Investors

    Locked

  4. Series A

    Sep 19, 2003

    Amount

    $2.3M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Varioptic

Who invested in Varioptic?

Varioptic has 5 investors on record across 4 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has Varioptic raised?

Varioptic has raised 4 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did Varioptic last raise money?

Varioptic's most recent round on record is a Series C, in Jun 2006.

What does Varioptic do?

Varioptic specializes in innovative adjustable lens solutions, utilizing electrowetting technology for applications in automotive, life sciences, and optical communications.

Where is Varioptic headquartered?

Varioptic is headquartered in Lyon, France.

Which VCs invest in companies like Varioptic?

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