Logitech facts for kids
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Headquarters at the EPFL Innovation Park in Lausanne, Switzerland
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| Founded | 2 October 1981 in Apples, Switzerland |
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| Headquarters | Lausanne, Switzerland |
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Worldwide |
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| Revenue |  US$4.30 billion (2024) |
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 US$587 million (2024) |
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| Total assets | US$3.60 billion (2024) |
| Total equity | US$2.23 billion (2024) |
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c. 7,300 (2024) |
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| Footnotes / references Financials as of 31 March 2024[update] |
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Logitech International S.A. is a Swiss company. It makes computer parts and software. These parts are called peripherals. Logitech's main office is in Lausanne, Switzerland. The company has offices all over the world.
Logitech creates and sells many products. These include keyboards, mice, and tablet accessories. They also make headphones, webcams, and Bluetooth speakers. The company's name comes from the French word logiciel, which means software.
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History of Logitech
Logitech was started in Apples, Vaud, Switzerland, in 1981. The founders were Daniel Borel, Pierluigi Zappacosta, and Giacomo Marini. Borel and Zappacosta met while studying engineering in California. They later returned to Switzerland to start their company.
At first, Logitech worked on software. But they soon focused on making the computer mouse. The mouse was becoming very important for computers. Logitech's first mouse, the P4 model, was made in Switzerland in 1982. It was based on a design by Swiss inventor Jean-Daniel Nicoud.
One of Logitech's early offices was in Palo Alto, California. This area is famous for many tech companies. In 1984, Logitech began making computer mice for Hewlett-Packard. These mice were sold under the HP brand. Logitech opened factories in California, Ireland, and Taiwan.
Logitech made the first wireless mouse in 1984. It used infrared light to connect to a computer. This early wireless mouse needed a clear view to work. In 1991, Logitech made a new wireless mouse. This one used radio signals, which worked much better.
In 1985, Logitech released its first mouse for stores. It was called the C7. This mouse had three buttons and connected with a cable. The next mouse, the S9, came out in 1989. It was shaped to fit a hand better. This was also the first mouse to have the Logitech logo on it.
In 1988, Logitech became a public company. This meant people could buy shares in the company. In 1989, Logitech made its first trackball. A trackball is like an upside-down mouse.
Logitech changed its manufacturing in 1994. They opened a large factory in China. In 1998, Logitech bought a company that made webcams. They then released the QuickCam. It was the first webcam with a built-in microphone. By 2000, Logitech was a top seller of webcams.
In 2008, Logitech announced a big milestone. They had made one billion computer mice since 1985.
In 2013, Bracken Darrell became Logitech's CEO. He led the company for many years. In 2017, Logitech started sponsoring the McLaren racing team. They became the official technology partner.
In 2021, Logitech launched an initiative called #Creators4BIPOC. This project helps social media creators. It allows choreographers to protect their dance moves. They can earn money from their creations.
In June 2023, Bracken Darrell left Logitech. Guy Gecht became the temporary CEO. Then, in October 2023, Hanneke Faber was announced as the new CEO. She started her role on December 1, 2023.
What Logitech Has Bought
Logitech has bought many other companies. This helps them grow and offer more products.
- In 2001, Logitech bought Labtec. This helped them sell more computer parts.
- In 2009, they bought Lifesize Communications. This company made video conferencing equipment. Logitech later spun off Lifesize in 2016.
- In 2010, Logitech bought Ultimate Ears. This company makes special earphones for musicians. They also make Bluetooth speakers.
- In 2011, Mirial, a company for mobile video calls, joined Logitech.
- In 2016, Logitech bought Jaybird. Jaybird makes wireless headphones for sports.
- Also in 2016, Logitech bought the Saitek brand. Saitek makes gaming accessories.
- In 2017, Astro Gaming was bought. Astro Gaming makes gaming headsets and other gear.
- In 2018, Logitech bought Blue Microphones. Blue Microphones is known for making high-quality microphones.
- In 2019, Logitech acquired Streamlabs. Streamlabs makes software for people who stream live videos online.
- In 2023, Logitech bought Loupedeck. This company makes controllers for streamers and content creators.
Where Logitech Products Are Made
The very first Logitech mice were made in Switzerland. Over time, production moved to other places. Factories were set up in the United States, Taiwan, Hungary, and Ireland.
Today, a lot of Logitech's products are made in Suzhou, China. Other products are made by partner companies in Asia.
Logitech Product Lines
Logitech has different brands and product lines. Each one focuses on certain types of products.
- Logitech (or Logicool in Japan) – This is the main brand. It includes computer mice, keyboards, webcams, and speakers. It also has accessories for phones and tablets.
- Logitech video collaboration – This line is for business video conferencing tools.
- Logitech MX – These are high-end computer mice and keyboards.
- Logitech C – This line includes computer webcams.
- Logitech G – This brand is for gaming products.
- Ultimate Ears – This brand makes in-ear monitors and wireless Bluetooth speakers.
- Jaybird – This brand focuses on wireless Bluetooth earbuds for sports.
- Slim Devices – This is an audio brand.
- Saitek – This brand makes gaming accessories, especially for flight simulation.
- Logitech Harmony – This line includes programmable remote controls.
- Logitech F – This brand makes wired and wireless gamepads for gaming.
- Logi – A simplified brand name used for some products.
Images for kids
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The Logitech Mouse, later renamed the P4. This was Logitech's first computer mouse, sold in 1982.
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Logitech's second mouse, the Logimouse (1983).
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A clear version of the C7 mouse (1985). This was the first mouse to get power from the computer's serial port.
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Logitech FotoMan, an early digital camera.
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Logitech mice on display in a museum in Switzerland.
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A modern Logitech M171 mouse (2021).
See also
In Spanish: Logitech para niños
